Sons of the Wind Farm Clinics Focus on Classical Dressage at Cornell University and Midwest Horse Fair
Tuesday, March 12 2013
Merrimac, MA – March 8, 2013 – The Sons of the Wind School of Equestrian Arts is gearing up for its 2013 Tour, where they will be conducting informational clinics for dressage riders and trainers, as well as showcasing the talent of their Lusitano mounts. The first stop of the tour will be at Cornell University from April 5-7, 2013, and then they will be traveling to the Midwest Horse Fair in Wisconsin from April 18-21.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Merrill Lynch Team International Takes Home Quadrille Title at 2013 Challenge of the Americas Presented by SSG Gloves
Tuesday, March 12 2013
Wellington, FL – March 10, 2013 - Merrill Lynch Team International bested Purina Team USA in a thrilling battle for the title of quadrille champions at the 11th Challenge of the Americas Presented by SSG Gloves, held on Saturday evening at the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Steffen Peters Tops Rancho Valencia Dressage Affaire CDI-YJ3* with Legolas 92 and Vaya Con Dios
Sunday, March 10 2013
Steffen Peters with Legolas 92. Photo © Lindsay McCall for HorseGirlTV.com Del Mar, California, March 9, 2013 – Once again the 2013 Rancho Valencia Dressage Affaire CDI-YJ3* held at the Del Mar Horse Park was packed with competitors.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Spring Grass Watch
Friday, March 08 2013
Spring brings with it much excitement for horse owners: it means getting back into the saddle, new foals on the ground, and the start of a fresh show season.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Halliday claims emotional CIC* victory in Barroca
Thursday, March 07 2013
Liz Halliday made the perfect start to her international 3-Day Eventing season at Barroca d’Alva in Portugal last weekend by winning the CIC* International with Blackie (Fernhill By Night). The event was marred by sadness however when experienced fellow rider Bruno Bouvier suffered a fatal accident when his horse had a rotational fall during Saturday’s CIC** Cross Country. Liz had known and competed against Bruno for many years and the following day dedicated her victory to a respected and much-loved member of the international eventing community.
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Kerrits New Pro Dot Riding Shirt is an All-American Favorite
Thursday, March 07 2013
Bingen, WA—Keep your cool and stride out of the crowd with Kerrits’ new Pro Dot Riding Shirt, built for “pro-formance” with technical fabric that combines with Ice Fil® panels for enhanced breathability and flexibility.
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Two Incredible Evenings Honoring Paralympian Jonathan Wentz and the USPEA
Thursday, March 07 2013
Thursday, March 7th The United States Para-Equestrian Association Presents “Inspire a Generation” private Benefit Party and Auction Honoring Jonathan Wentz Hosted by Rancho Valencia Resort Rancho Santa Fe, CA & Friday, March 8th 1st Annual Wooden Horse Race and Casino Night Hosted by the 2013 Rancho Valencia Dressage Affaire CDI YJ3* Del Mar, CA Jonathan Wentz at the 2012 London Paralympics cheering his team on. Photo (c) Lindsay Yosay McCall Del Mar, CA-March 6, 2013- For two exciting evenings the late Para-Dressage rider and USPEA member Jonathan Wentz will be honored in the Southern California community. On March 7th The United States Para-Equestrian Association (USPEA) presents “Inspire a Generation” private Benefit Party and Auction Honoring Jonathan Wentz Hosted by Rancho Valencia Resort in Rancho Santa Fe, California.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
In Loving Memory of my Grandparents
Wednesday, March 06 2013
From left to right: Grandpa, Me, my sister Jessica, Jena and Grandma. By Dani Moritz Few people get to know their grandparents the way I got to know mine
- Published in Pony Tales, Z-Blogs
Team USA Wins Hollow Creek Farm FEI Young Rider Nations Cup; Brazil Sweeps Children’s and Junior Hollow Creek Farm FEI Nations Cup Classes
Tuesday, March 05 2013
Wellington, FL – March 2, 2013 – The Hollow Creek Farm FEI Children’s, Junior, and Young Rider Nations Cups were featured at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) on Saturday, March 2, at the 2013 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival (FTI WEF) in Wellington, FL. With the first round for each age group held during the day session and all three second rounds held at night under the lights, the team from USA won in the young rider’s class and the teams from Brazil won in the junior’s and children’s classes. Week eight CSIO competition, sponsored by G&C Farm , runs February 27-March 3, 2013
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In Love With the Dancing Pony!!
Tuesday, March 05 2013
By Jan Westmark-Allan The Dancing Pony doing his thing! If you haven’t seen the Dancing Pony who is dancing his way around YouTube and Facebook pages everywhere – well take one minute and ten seconds to sit down and watch it – and get ready to smile. It’s silly (and I’m not even sure what it is advertising) – but nothing beats a silly dancing pony! I am a big fan of Shetland Ponies – and this dancing Shetland Pony takes it to an all new level
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs