Compete to Qualify for the 2014 Washington International Horse Show!
Tuesday, February 11 2014
Washington, D.C. – February 5, 2014 – Riders are working hard at their chance to earn qualifying points for this year’s Washington International Horse Show (WIHS).
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Fine Artist Louise Mellon Has a Different Approach to Commissions
Tuesday, February 11 2014
Wellington, FL – February 5, 2014 – Louise Mellon is well known for her brightly-colored, impressionist, whimsical and sometimes downright funny art. Mellon’s recognizable work is often seen on the covers and pages of equestrian publications.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Horseware Ireland is Looking for a Hopeful Amateur to Sponsor!
Tuesday, February 11 2014
While checking out grand prix show-jumper Saer Coulter’s Facebook page the other day, I saw a post she shared about a contest being held by one of her prestigious sponsors, Horseware Ireland. Their “Grassroots Rider” competition is looking for a dedicated, amateur horse and rider duo to add to the Horseware Team, which includes some of the world’s most elite equestrians. The winner will receive a one year sponsorship deal that includes €10,000 and personalized Horseware Ireland gear for you and your horse to sport around the show grounds.
- Published in The Hopeful Amateur, Z-Blogs
Pintabian
Monday, February 10 2014
If you’re a fan of both pintos and Arabians, the Pintabian might be just the breed for you! Pintabians offer the best qualities of tobiano horses and Arabians. Though a relatively new breed, it is quickly gaining popularity for its excellent temperament and incredible endurance
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Congrats!
Monday, February 10 2014
Two of our riders have competed since our last blog post! First we had Robin Oliver and her horse Sky-walker compete at the Apple Tree Farm South Combined test. They competed in the Advanced Elementary division.
- Published in Pacer Pride, Z-Blogs
Horseback Riding Is Most Definitely a Sport
Saturday, February 08 2014
By Kate Eagleton On more than one occasion, I’ve had someone say to me, “Horseback riding is not a sport. The horse does all the work.” WHAT?! I dedicate most of my life to riding and training, so this response makes my blood boil. Obviously, someone who says this has no experience with riding, but I can’t help getting a little worked up.
- Published in Along for The Ride, Z-Blogs
Plain Brown Wrapper
Saturday, February 08 2014
Boyd Martin’s newest mount made a debut, of sorts, yesterday in the Open Intermediate Division at Pine Top Farm in Thomson, Georgia. After watching the video that had been posted at Boyd Martin’s website in December I was most interested to see Shamwari 4 in person. He may come in a Plain Brown Wrapper but that label is anything but descriptive of what you will see. The horse has that “It Factor”, charisma. You WILL remember this horse when he goes by. Already spectators are calling him by the most obvious nickname, you guessed it: ShamWOW!
The Benefits of Stretching Before a Ride
Friday, February 07 2014
Top athletes always stretch before working out or competing . Your horse can benefit from the same routine
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Speak Up for Kids Wins Fifth Annual FTI Consulting Great Charity Challenge Presented by Fidelity Investments® : Melissa Groher and Logan Best the…
Friday, February 07 2014
Wellington, FL – February 1, 2014 – Canada’s Ian Millar, Kelly Soleau and Emily Kinch were the winning team in the fifth annual FTI Consulting Great Charity Challenge presented by Fidelity Investments® (FTI GCC) on behalf of their charity, Speak Up for Kids, on Saturday evening at the FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival (FTI WEF). Sponsored by Lothlorien and corporate sponsors Bass, Bolfo, Newlands and Rowland, the three riders made up the top team of the night out of 35 pro-am combinations paired with Palm Beach County charities.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Silvia Rizzo and Sal Win Grand Prix While Strengthening Partnership
Friday, February 07 2014
Wellington, FL- February 6, 2014 – Italy’s Silvia Rizzo and her new horse, Sal, are steadily solidifying their budding partnership while continuing to compete in Florida this winter show season.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs