Laura Linback Leads Open Jumpers to Kick Off Equifest II Horse Show at Lamplight Equestrian Center
Thursday, August 01 2013
Wayne, IL – July 31, 2013 - The top horses and riders from across the country returned to the Lamplight Equestrian Center for Equifest II.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
USEF Names Horses for CSIO5* Hickstead as Jumpers Eye Top Finishes
Wednesday, July 31 2013
Lexington, KY -A talented team of jumpers descend upon Hickstead, England this week to represent the U.S. at the CSIO5* Hickstead
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Alternative therapies for equine health
Wednesday, July 31 2013
The range of treatment options available for horses today is staggering, which is a good thing – the wide range of treatments means that you’ll be better able to find one which works best for your horse . Alternative therapies are a popular way of not only helping injured horses heal, but of providing regular maintenance treatments, too. Let’s take a look at four of the most popular alternative therapies today
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
A Great Video For Dog Lovers!
Monday, July 29 2013
By Jan Westmark-Allan My dog Bugs – found on the side of the road about 9 years ago. Faithful companion, lover of food and trusty sidekick! My last blog was about dogs, and here we go again – another dog blog. But as I have said before, loving horses and loving dogs goes hand in hand – or hoof in paw
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Skijourning
Monday, July 29 2013
Winter often seems to limit the activities that we can do with our horses. If you’re lucky enough to have an indoor riding ring , then you can probably continue to train as normal
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Molly Mcadow and Barina Claim $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby Victory at Equifest I
Saturday, July 27 2013
Wayne, IL – July 26, 2013 - It was a day to remember for Molly Mcadow as she laid down the winning rounds during the $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby. The Lamplight Equestrian Center was packed with exhibitors and spectators for the third day of Equifest I, and although the skies were gray and torrents of rain poured down from above, the derby contenders were not deterred.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
National entries soar at Hickstead
Saturday, July 27 2013
Organisers at the All England Jumping Course at Hickstead have reported record numbers of entries for its two flagship shows – the British Jumping Derby Meeting in June and the Longines Royal International Horse Show (30 July – 4 August). All of the classes in all of the rings for next week’s show are already full
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Brittini Raflowitz Rides to an Emotional Win With Elios in the $5,000 GGT Footing Welcome Stake at Equifest I
Friday, July 26 2013
Wayne, IL – July 25, 2013 - Accuracy was key for Brittini Raflowitz and Elios this afternoon during the $5,000 GGT Footing Welcome Stake at Equifest I. The pair out jumped all fellow contenders as the only ones to post a double-clear effort, eventually leading the victory gallop in the Lamplight Equestrian Center’s Grand Prix Ring. David Dorner and Barack captured the second place award, and he also guided Casino to the third place position
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Amanda Thomas Takes to the Top For Opening Day of Equifest I Professional Hunter Divisions
Thursday, July 25 2013
Wayne, IL – July 24, 2013 - The Lamplight Equestrian Center grounds were immaculate as exhibitors gathered for Equifest I. Blue skies and a light breeze welcomed riders to the hunter ring as they took on the first day of courses.
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Alltech National Horse Show Named a USEF Heritage Competition
Wednesday, July 24 2013
Lexington, KY – July 24, 2013 – The Alltech National Horse Show announced today that it has been named an official USEF Heritage Competition. The legendary show made the successful move to its new home in Lexington, Kentucky in 2011. During the debut season at the Kentucky Horse Park, the show was named as the National Show Hunter Hall of Fame’s Horse Show of the Year and was ranked as the nation’s top show by the North American Riders Group (NARG).
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs