Missy Clark Clinic and The Collection $1,000 Hunter Classics Among Florida Gold Coast Quarter Horse Highlights
Wednesday, January 01 2014
Tampa, FL – December 31, 2013 - In addition to offering competitors six full days of American Quarter Horse Association shows, the Florida Gold Coast Quarter Horse Circuit features exciting classes unique to the circuit and free clinics for exhibitors, put on by some of the top names in the industry. On Sunday, December 30, leading equitation trainer Missy Clark conducted a two-session Equitation Over Fences Clinic, and later the same day, hunter competitors took on The Collection Hunter Classic and The Collection Non-Pro Hunter Classic. The two $1,000 Hunter Classics ran simultaneously with an exhibitor party, adding to the overall experience for all participating.
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The Jutland Horse
Monday, December 30 2013
The Jutland horse is a beautiful, proud breed. But like many of the lesser-known horse breeds , its numbers are declining. Luckily, the Jutland’s importance to Danish history and culture likely ensures that the breed will not ever be allowed to go extinct
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Stable-ity Grids: The Solution to Mud
Thursday, December 26 2013
Mud is the bane of every horse person’s existence.
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What Horses Give Us
Wednesday, December 25 2013
On this day of gift giving we thought it would be nice to take a step back and think about the special gifts that our horses give to us every day. Here are some of our favorites. Strength On the back of a horse, we have strength far greater than any we would ever posse on our own.
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Warm Ups and Cool Downs in Cold Weather
Wednesday, December 18 2013
Winter rides can be fun – with the proper tack and clothing, you and your horse can enjoy dashing through the snow. It’s important to take precautions to warm up and cool down your horse properly, though, especially in the cold weather
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Recycling In the Barn
Friday, December 13 2013
Before you know it, it will be time for New Year’s Resolutions. Luckily for you, we’ve gotten your barn management resolution all taken care of. If you’d like to “go green” and up your recycling around the barn , here are some of the most wasted barn materials and great ways to give them a second life
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Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame Biggest Winner Of Grand Champions Polo Club’s International Cup
Friday, December 13 2013
WELLINGTON, FL-Dec. 11, 2013—While Team USA won the USPA International Cup with an impressive 13-8 victory over Chile on Nov.
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Equestrian Sport Productions’ Year End Awards Show Wrap-Up, December 7-8, 2013 : Henrik Gundersen and Adlanteur Top $25,000 ESP Year End Grand…
Thursday, December 12 2013
Wellington, FL – December 9, 2013 – Equestrian Sport Productions (ESP) hosted its Year-End Awards Show on December 7-8, 2013, at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, FL.
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All About Stringhalt
Wednesday, December 11 2013
Flatweed, couch grass, and sheep’s sorrel. What do these plants have in common? They all cause the equine neuromuscular disorder known as Stringhalt
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Colorado Horse Park’s Summer in the Rockies Named USHJA Member’s Choice
Wednesday, December 11 2013
Parker, CO – December 9, 2013 - The popular series Summer in the Rockies at the Colorado Horse Park is considered one of the most competitive, fun and hospitable competitions in the country. Competitors and members of the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) made it official by voting for the first week of the series as their favorite USEF Premier “AA”-rated show in Zone 8. The Member’s Choice Awards Program was developed by the Competition Standards Committee to reward technically excellent and exhibitor friendly competitions and encourage communication between exhibitors and competition management.
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