Para-Equestrian Sets Sights on Gold in 2014
Wednesday, June 18 2014
Six-Time U.S. Para-Equestrian Champion Rebecca Hart with her mount Schroeters Romani, her groom Alex Philpin, and Margaret Duprey (co-owner of Schroeters Romani) after winning at the World Equestrian Games, selection trials and National Championships in Gladstone NJ, June 4, 2014 Unionville, PA. – June 17, 2014 – Born with a very rare genetic condition called hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP) that keeps her from walking across a room unaided, six-time U.S.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
USC Aiken Eventing @ Full Gallop Farm
Tuesday, June 17 2014
Full Gallop Farm here in Aiken has had a very busy schedule this summer! Just this past weekend they ran a Ride-A-Test and the following day a Recognized HT.
- Published in Pacer Pride, Z-Blogs
Parent Lead Line Class Returns to Southeast Medal Finals
Tuesday, June 17 2014
Jacksonville, FL – June 16, 2014 - Last year’s Southeast Medal Finals, launched the Parent Lead Line Class, a fun new class and an opportunity for parents to have their moment in the spotlight in the coliseum at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Jump for the Children’ Horse Show-benefitting Duke Children’s Hospital wins Prestigious award from USEF
Tuesday, June 17 2014
Jump For The Children Horse Show Jump for the Children’ Horse Show-benefitting Duke Children’s Hospital, earned the prestigious Heritage Competition designation from the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF). The USEF is the National Governing Body for Equestrian Sport. The Heritage designation is reserved for competitions that have been established for a long period of time and have made substantial contributions toward the development and promotion of the sport within the broader community, by achieving, maintaining and promoting the equestrian ideals of sportsmanship and competition. Nationwide, only seventeen other horse shows have been awarded this honor. In 2013 ‘Jump for the Children’, celebrated thirty years of service and commitment to Duke Children’s Hospital in Durham NC, raising over $1.6 million for Duke Children’s since the horse show’s humble beginnings in 1984. ‘Jump for the Children’ Horse Show is the longest, continuously-held, annual fund-raiser for Duke Children’s. This year’s show will be held at the Gov. James B
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Kerry Bog Pony
Monday, June 16 2014
A unique breed from the bogs of Ireland, the Kerry Bog Pony was on the brink of extinction only twenty years ago. History The Kerry Bog Pony is believed to have originated in County Kerry, Ireland as early as the 17 th century.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
No Fancy Camera. No Past Experience. No Problem.
Saturday, June 14 2014
How Photographing One Show on a Whim Led to an Amazing Career for Kathleen Bryan
By Dani Moritz
Sometimes in our lowest moments, something miraculous happens — something that rejuvenates the sprit and sets us on our path to … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Todd Minikus – “There’s No Crying in Show Jumping”
Saturday, June 14 2014
By Doris Degner-Foster
How many people could say they had dealt with the trials of a broken collarbone, a kidney stone, Legionaires’ diseaseand the joy of welcoming a new baby, and still won five Grand Prix competitions, all within … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
Missy Clark: The Value of Equitation In Equestrian Education
Saturday, June 14 2014
By Lauren R. Giannini
Missy Clark believes in the basics: The first is proper position, because riders can’t function without correct form. Then she believes riders should understand the value of correct flatwork and the importance of consistent and … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
EQUUS Foundation & USEF Congratulate Devon’s Best Performers
Friday, June 13 2014
WESTPORT, CT – June 3, 2014 – Just qualifying for horse shows like the Devon Horse Show & Country Fair is an accomplishment in itself, but over 120 exhibitors went the extra difference by participating in the Best Performance Competition, the new joint effort of the EQUUS Foundation that rewards competitive excellence and also supports horse welfare. 2014 Devon Best Performers Photo by Brenda Carpenter courtesy of the Devon Horse Show & Country Fair. W Devon’s Best Performance Competition Winners Class Action owned by Meridian Partners LLC & ridden by Megan MacPherson Patrick owned by Dr
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Castlewood Farm Concludes Successful Country Heir I USEF Premier Show
Friday, June 13 2014
Lexington, KY – June 12, 2014- The summer show season has begun and Castlewood Farm has hit the road running.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs