Hampton Classic Horse Show Returns for the 39th Year
Thursday, June 19 2014
Bridgehampton, NY-June 18, 2014 -The 39th Annual Hampton Classic Horse Show returns to Bridgehampton, NY, August 24-31, to showcase the highest levels of equestrian show jumping competition. The Hampton Classic features six show rings, a Boutique Garden with more than 70 vendors, and a wide selection of dining options, and a new Farmer’s Market, all on its 60-acre show grounds. “The Hampton Classic offers something for everyone,” explains Shanette Barth Cohen, the horse show’s Executive Director. “From our world-class equestrian competition, to our distinguished high-end shopping boutiques and gourmet cuisine, the Hampton Classic provides spectators and exhibitors alike with a bounty of activity and excitement.” The Hampton Classic hosts more than 100 classes of competition for horses and riders of all ages and abilities.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Recognizing the Signs of Concussion In a Rider
Wednesday, June 18 2014
Last month we featured a blog post on how to handle a rider who’s been in a serious fall. In some cases, it will be plainly evident that a rider is injured – they’re knocked unconscious or they have broken a bone. In other cases, though, the injuries might not be quite so apparent.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Equine Non-Profits Granted Nearly $300,000 By USA Equestrian Trust
Wednesday, June 18 2014
June 17, 2014 — Lexington, KY — USA Equestrian Trust has awarded nearly $300,000 in grants to help fund more than a dozen projects by equine non-profits. Since the inception of the Trust’s grants program, the organization has awarded more than $1.8 million in grants. The projects funded as part of the grant application period ending in May were: AMERICAN MORGAN HORSE EDUCATIONAL CHARITABLE TRUST ($44,500) to develop an online home school module that teaches courses through horsemanship and to purchase online testing software, which can also be used in other programs.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
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