How to Save Your Tack from the Rain
Wednesday, July 02 2014
Downpours can happen unexpectedly, and whether you’re in the show ring, in the middle of a lesson, or out on the trails, you may find yourself unable to keep your tack from getting wet. Did you get caught in the rain
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Canadian Horse
Monday, June 30 2014
Have you been lucky enough to ride a Canadian Horse? Did you know that this talented breed descended from French-bred horses
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Lauren Sammis and Lombard V Awarded Lombard VFEI High Score Award in Saugerties
Friday, June 27 2014
Sammis to Travel to U.K. to Train with Kyra Kyrklund Wellington, FL – June 26, 2014 – Lauren Sammis and Lombard V, a 10-year-old Danish Warmblood gelding (Lobster-Heidi, Diplomat) owned by Hope Greenfield, were on top of their game at the recent Centerline Events at HITS II in Saugerties, NY
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
A Look at Mounted Archery
Thursday, June 26 2014
The image is one right out of ancient history: the horse freely gallops forward as the rider aims his bow and sends an arrow flying home to its target as the pair gallops on. But thanks to a revival of mounted archery, this ancient art is now becoming a popular sport – one that you may see more and more in the future years. Mounted archery dates back thousands of years, and is one of the earliest forms of warfare.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Summer in the Rockies III Wrap-Up: June 18-22 at the Colorado Horse Park
Wednesday, June 25 2014
Carly Coles and Contessa, owned by Claire Parr $1,500 Marshall & Sterling Children’s Jumper Classic Winners Photo by Mary Adelaide Brakenridge Carly Coles: “I’m leasing Contessa for the summer from Claire Parr in Matt Cyphert’s barn.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Show Jumping Mare Sapphire Dies 1995-2014
Monday, June 23 2014
Lexington, Ky. - The United States Equestrian Federation mourns the loss of the great show jumping mare Sapphire who died on June 22, 2014 following complications from colic.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Hampton Classic Horse Show Returns for the 39th Year
Thursday, June 19 2014
Bridgehampton, NY-June 18, 2014 -The 39th Annual Hampton Classic Horse Show returns to Bridgehampton, NY, August 24-31, to showcase the highest levels of equestrian show jumping competition. The Hampton Classic features six show rings, a Boutique Garden with more than 70 vendors, and a wide selection of dining options, and a new Farmer’s Market, all on its 60-acre show grounds. “The Hampton Classic offers something for everyone,” explains Shanette Barth Cohen, the horse show’s Executive Director. “From our world-class equestrian competition, to our distinguished high-end shopping boutiques and gourmet cuisine, the Hampton Classic provides spectators and exhibitors alike with a bounty of activity and excitement.” The Hampton Classic hosts more than 100 classes of competition for horses and riders of all ages and abilities.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Equine Non-Profits Granted Nearly $300,000 By USA Equestrian Trust
Wednesday, June 18 2014
June 17, 2014 — Lexington, KY — USA Equestrian Trust has awarded nearly $300,000 in grants to help fund more than a dozen projects by equine non-profits. Since the inception of the Trust’s grants program, the organization has awarded more than $1.8 million in grants. The projects funded as part of the grant application period ending in May were: AMERICAN MORGAN HORSE EDUCATIONAL CHARITABLE TRUST ($44,500) to develop an online home school module that teaches courses through horsemanship and to purchase online testing software, which can also be used in other programs.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
EQUUS Foundation & USEF Congratulate Devon’s Best Performers
Friday, June 13 2014
WESTPORT, CT – June 3, 2014 – Just qualifying for horse shows like the Devon Horse Show & Country Fair is an accomplishment in itself, but over 120 exhibitors went the extra difference by participating in the Best Performance Competition, the new joint effort of the EQUUS Foundation that rewards competitive excellence and also supports horse welfare. 2014 Devon Best Performers Photo by Brenda Carpenter courtesy of the Devon Horse Show & Country Fair. W Devon’s Best Performance Competition Winners Class Action owned by Meridian Partners LLC & ridden by Megan MacPherson Patrick owned by Dr
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USCA Eventing still at work!
Thursday, June 12 2014
Even though it is summer the USCA Eventing team has been busy! Busy competing, riding, attending clinics, having lessons and finally a meeting! We had our first summer meeting for the team. The purpose of the meeting was for the old and new officers to get together to talk and plan.
- Published in Pacer Pride, Z-Blogs