“The All Glory Project”: Pairing Ponies and Patriotism
Monday, October 01 2012
Equine Extravaganza rallies to supports the “All Glory Project” and our troops! Richmond, VA: September 2012 In a tribute to Veteran’s Day, our troops Equine Extravaganza, in partnership with Elizabeth Shatner, is proud to announce a true paring of ponies and patriotism. Elizabeth Shatner is more than just an extraordinary horsewomen, judge and trainer. Her passion for helping wounded veterans and their families has evolved into the creation of “All Glory Project” (TAGP), a nonprofit organization that emphasizes the healing power of horses through Equine Assisted Therapy.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
SMU Equestrian Best Start in School History
Monday, October 01 2012
Hey Y’all. SMU Equestrian is on fire! The SMU Equestrian team heads home from Kansas with 2 wins from the weekend
IHSA Spotlight Riders
Sunday, September 30 2012
Bowling Green University’s Kaitlin Mielnicki Hometown: Lebanon, Ohio School: Bowling Green State University – Bowling Green, Ohio Zone/Region: Zone 6, Region 1 Major: Pre-Veterinary Medicine (Biology) Graduating: 2012 IHSA Level: Advanced Walk-Trot-Canter Equitation Favorite thing about IHSA: I had no show experience prior to IHSA, but the association is accessible to riders of all levels, so it was so simple to get started! After four years with my incredible coach & teammates, I have been inspired to continue riding and showing after graduation. Bowling Green State University Equestrian Team http://www.freewebs.com/bgequine/
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
The Story of Lucky, A Chincoteague Pony Tail (With Amazing Cute Photos!)
Saturday, September 29 2012
By Jan Westmark-Allan Newborn Lucky on his blanket. Ever since we ran the story of Lida Bard and her Chincoteague Pony named Clipper in the October issue of Sidelines Magazine (A Real Life Misty of Chincoteague Pony Tale, page 52), we have been getting lots of Chincoteague Pony Tails!! (If you missed Lida’s story in the October issue, you can read it on an earlier blog I posted at http://sidelinesnews.com/blogs/editorsnotes/misty-of-chincoteague-a-real-life-paint.html .
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs
Sky Tiger – Available for Adoption
Friday, September 28 2012
Introducing 5 year old, 16.2hh Thoroughbred gelding “Sky Tiger” who is available for adoption at the New Vocations’ Lexington, KY facility! Sky raced 11 times with 1 win, 1 second, and 1 third place finish. This son of Sky Mesa is the prince of our barn. He loves to be pampered and treated royally; he finds flies offensive, but tolerable, and likes to stay mostly clean.
- Published in Beyond the Track, General, Z-Blogs
Nation’s Top Hunters to Compete at the 2012 Capital Challenge Horse Show
Friday, September 28 2012
Many of the top horses in the country will travel from near and far to compete next week at the 2012 Capital Challenge Horse Show, presented by The Gochman Family, in Upper Marlboro, MD. The show runs September 29 through October 7 at Prince George’s Equestrian Center and will feature many horses that are currently at the top of the national standings for their divisions for the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF)
- Published in General, Show World, Z-Blogs
Concorde’s Flight – Available for Adoption!
Wednesday, September 26 2012
Meet our handsome 4 year old, 16hh Thoroughbred gelding “Concorde’s Flight” who is now available for adoption from the New Vocations Marysville, OH facility! Concorde’s sire Trippi has stamped his son with a pretty head, smart eye, nice body and a sweet nature his offspring are known for. All of his offspring have also been easy to ride and handle and very quick to learn a new career. Concorde is no exception to the rule. He is an uncomplicated horse to ride for an intermediate level rider and is very willing and obedient. He is a light touch in the bridle and is actually a bit on the lazy side requiring leg to go forward
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The treadmill.
Wednesday, September 26 2012
18-year-old Rocketman readies for exercise on the treadmill. I’ve had some interesting dinner conversations with my fellow professionals about extra exercise for our horses, more specifically whether to use a treadmill or a walker. The general consensus has come back in favor of the treadmill
- Published in General, In the Irons, Z-Blogs
Beat Mother Nature at her own game in Kerrits’ Windpro® Winter Bootcut
Tuesday, September 25 2012
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
New Vocations A Team Effort
Tuesday, September 25 2012
We are frequently asked “what is the secret to your adoption success?” The answer to this question is not a short one. There is a lot that goes into New Vocations successfully adopting out over 400 retired racehorses a year. The one major factor to our success that I would like to spotlight is the teamwork that goes on daily behind the scenes. It is the passionate commitment by our team of underpaid and over worked employees and volunteers that keeps New Vocations going. New Vocations was started in 1992 by Dot Morgan when she set out to provide a safety net for horses retiring from the racetrack so they might find a home and therefore have a future.
- Published in Beyond the Track, General, Z-Blogs