# Dressage Today S7E10: Interview with Michele Wellman of By Chance Farm

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Podcast: [The Dressage Radio Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dressage-radio-show-542363)
Published: 2026-07-21T10:00:00+00:00
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In this episode of the Dressage Today Podcast , we welcome Michele Wellman, dressage trainer, contributor to Dressage Today and owner of By Chance Farm in Fredrick County, Maryland. Since founding the farm in 2002, Michele has been working for more than two decades to expand boarding, riding and showing opportunities for local dressage riders. Last month, however, an F2 tornado struck the farm and caused major devastation to their barn structures. While much of her beloved farm was destroyed, no horses or people were lost or injured during the powerful storm that swept through Libertyown, Maryland. Michele tells us about her vision for By Chance Farm, the devastating tornado that turned her world upside down and the incredible response she’s received from horse people across the country in the storm’s aftermath. It’s a tale of love and loss, as well as one of a community rallying around one of their own. We know you’ll enjoy hearing her extraordinary story. In this podcast, Stephany and Aviva also share their thoughts on two of the newest rule changes taking place in the dressage world—no longer allowing the double bridle in Third Level and the penalty change for using your voice in the show ring. And in a new Ask the L, Aviva shares her thoughts on proper and improper use of the whip in competition. We hope you enjoy this episode, and as always if you like what you hear, please like and share our podcasts on social media! As always, we are grateful for our sponsors! This month, we are sponsored by KPP Summer Games Electrolyte and by Farnam Endure Gold Fly Spray. Check out the links below to see these terrific products! Summer Games® Electrolyte - Electrolytes, Vitamins and Minerals - KPP Meet Endure Gold About This Episode’s Sponsors: KPP and Farnam KPP When your hors…

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