Moshi and Sandy Ferrell Named Grand Hunter Champions at First Week of Old Salem Spring Horse Show
Thursday, May 09 2013
North Salem, NY – May 8, 2013 – The first week of the Old Salem Spring Horse Show continued today with championships in the professional hunter divisions as well as opening classes for the Open Jumpers. The show goes through Sunday, May 12, and the second week will be held on May 14-19 at Old Salem Farm in North Salem, NY
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
ALLISON SPIVEY AWARDED $500 TRIP HARTING FUND GRANT FROM THE DRESSAGE FOUNDATION
Thursday, May 09 2013
May 7, 2013 – The Dressage Foundation is pleased to announce that Allison Spivey of Aroda, VA, is the 2013 recipient of the $500 Trip Harting Grant.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
True North Fine Images Newsletter
Thursday, May 09 2013
Dear Friends: Please enjoy the first edition of the True North Fine Images monthly newsletter. This letter is to keep you informed of new image releases, photographic exhibits, and news from the world of wild horses
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Barn Biz: Let’s Be Careful Out There
Thursday, May 09 2013
Your horse is one of your most prized possessions, with your tack and equipment a close second. One of the easiest ways to make sure your barn is free of areas or items that could cause harm or injury to a horse or owner is to have a good safety plan in effect. Routinely check your barn with a critical eye to make sure you are following your plan.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows Begin with Big Numbers and International Appeal
Thursday, May 09 2013
North Salem, NY – May 7, 2013 – The 2013 Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows kicked off competition today on the beautiful show grounds in North Salem, NY. They are welcoming more than 1,000 horses to the two-week competition, which runs May 7-12 and May 14-19.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Turning Fear into Confidence Part II – More on Body Language
Thursday, May 09 2013
Having fun in the paddock with white plastic From Fear to Curiosity to Confidence When fear is reduced, curiosity surfaces. Curiosity is essential to stimulate learning. However, curiosity is not enough to build confidence, but rather the first step to a mentally healthy horse.
- Published in Between the Ears, Z-Blogs
A Look at Equine Assisted Therapy
Wednesday, May 08 2013
We all know the impact that horseback riding can have on a life, and many riders joke that their horses are their four-legged therapists. But in the world of therapeutic riding, the horses truly DO become therapists, and they accomplish incredible feats. Therapeutic riding first gained popularity in the 1950’s, with the first riding centers in North America opening in the 1960’s.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Miami Beach Polo on Sidelines TV
Wednesday, May 08 2013
Beach Polo is becoming Internationally popular. We attended the 2013 La Martina Miami Beach Polo World Cup and get to talk with players Alicia Harden, Laura Wilson and Coco Smith about the experience.
- Published in Sidelines TV
Educational Day at Southern 8ths Long Format Breathes New Life into an Old Classic
Tuesday, May 07 2013
So8ths/Nikon Three-Day Event Off to a Great Start What a brilliant first day! The annual So8ths/Nikon Three-Day Event held at Southern 8ths Farm in Chesterfield, SC keeps setting new standards. This year the educational day on May 2 garnered rave reviews from competitors and officials.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
SoftTree Saddles USA New FlexEE Leather Tree Saddle from Enlightened Equitation
Tuesday, May 07 2013
Are you looking for an affordable saddle that is correctly proportioned, easily conforms to almost any horse and provides the horse complete freedom of movement? WA, USA – May 5, 2008 – SoftTree Saddles USA, US Distributor of Enlightened Equitation’s line of Luxurious Soft-Tree Saddles, seat savers, pads and accessories, designed by English Classical Equitation expert, Heather Moffett, announces the introduction of a brand new line of budget priced saddles for 2013, the FlexEE, Flexible Leather Tree Saddle. Designed to effortlessly place the rider in the correct position, the FlexEE is an ideal affordable and flexible option for beginners and professionals alike! By recreating a historical leather tree design, Heather has built a traditional saddle that conforms to almost any horse using one basic tree shape.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs