Hold On Tight! The Toughest Rodeo Joins the Mississippi Gulf Coast Winter Classic March 14 and 15
Saturday, March 08 2014
For Immediate Release Gulfport, Mississippi Saddle up! It’s Rodeo Time! The Gulf Coast Classic Company is proud to announce that as a special treat this year, there will be a rodeo in the covered arena March 14 and 15 to close out the fantastic six weeks of AA show jumping action. Meet the cowboys and cowgirls during the special 6-7 pm Kids Hour Friday and Saturday night! But, this is no average rodeo! Spectators will be treated to a five star performance which will include internationally known trick rider Brandon Perdue, extreme stunt rider Gina Cox, the legendary rodeo announcer Roger Mooney and rodeo entertainer and cowboy clown, Brian Potter will be there with his crowd pleasing comedic performance.
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Fine Artist Louise Mellon’s Work Inspired by the Sport of Kings
Saturday, March 08 2014
Wellington, FL – March 5, 2014- Louise Mellon’s work is immediately recognizable. Her work primarily features horses, dogs and the equestrian lifestyle. Often, Mellon’s brightly colored, vibrant pieces have a witty or unexpected approach, and are created with the intent to amuse
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For Artist Louise Mellon Dogs Rock!
Friday, February 28 2014
Wellington, FL – February 25, 2014 - Known for her equestrian art often seen on the covers of equine publications, Louise Mellon also has a fun gallery of canine works. Brightly colored and whimsical, a Mellon painting is full of energy, happiness and humor and captures the joyful quirks of that unique dog. Louise Mellon has dog friends of her own, occasionally featured in her pieces
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Shane Sweetnam and Cyklon 1083 Speed to Victory in $34,000 Spy Coast Farm
Tuesday, February 25 2014
Wellington, FL – February 19, 2014 – The 2014 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival (FTI WEF) began its seventh week of competition on Wednesday with a win for Shane Sweetnam (IRL) and Cyklon 1083 in the $34,000 Spy Coast Farm 1.45m at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, FL. Sponsored by Adequan®, FTI WEF week seven runs February 19-23, 2014. The week will feature the $125,000 Ruby et Violette WEF Challenge Cup Round 7 on Thursday, the $34,000 G&C Farm 1.45m on Friday, the $280,000 Adequan® Grand Prix CSI 4* on Saturday, and the $84,000 Suncast® 1.50m Championship Jumper Classic on Sunday.
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The Backstory on the Interscholastic Equestrian Association
Monday, February 17 2014
By Kate Eagleton If you want to learn more about the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA), its website, www.rideiea.org/about/index.html , is a great place to start. But, it doesn’t tell the whole story. It provides you with lots of information about IEA, like that it has 8,000 members in 32 states and three disciplines in which students grades 6-12 are able to compete even if they do not own a horse
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The Staff of The Colorado Horse Park Go the Extra Mile for the Community
Monday, February 17 2014
Parker, CO – February 12, 2014 – The Colorado Horse Park is home to a full schedule of over 40 events each year, including local and national world-class equestrian competition in multiple disciplines. It has been home to the North American Junior and Young Riders Championships and the National combined Driving Singles Championships Behind the scenes at The Colorado Horse Park, the staff is known for their goodwill in the community and for going the extra mile to help out.
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FREDERICK COUNTY 4-H THERAPEUTIC RIDING PROGRAM OFFERS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Wednesday, February 12 2014
Volunteers Receive Extensive Training to Support Therapeutic Riding Program; Rider and Therapy Horse Sponsorships Available Thurmont, MD (February 10, 2014).
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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).
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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.
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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.
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