Sidelines Blog from WEG #1: Let the Games Begin!
Friday, August 22 2014
by Editor
Darlene Arrives at WEG! Photo by Diana De Rosa This is the first of Darlene Ricker’s exclusive blog posts for Sidelines from the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in Normandy. One of the few journalists to arrive in Caen several days before the Games open, her initial report gives our readers a unique insider’s preview of what’s in store. The tunnel from which the horses will enter the arena. By Darlene Ricker Photos by Darlene Ricker, unless noted otherwise Tomorrow the curtain goes up on the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in Normandy, in what is sure to be the most amazing Opening Ceremony in Games history
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
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education, france, games, in the irons, normandy, notes from the field, november-2013, show-world, the hopeful amateur, tucker the wunderkind, wordpress-org
Back to School: How You and Your Horse Can Benefit From Going Back to Basics
Friday, August 22 2014
by Editor
As the show season progresses, it’s easy to get caught up in competition and your goals of advancing through the levels. However, it’s back-to-school season, and both you and your horse can benefit from it. Taking a few rides to focus on the basics can make your more advanced riding even better
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
Monday, August 18 2014
by Editor
From August 23 rd through September 7 th , top equestrians and their equine partners will descend on Normandy, France to compete at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games .
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Tagged under:
architect, archives, classic-equine, education, february-2014, games, notes from the field, november-2013, pacer-pride, wordpress-org
Showing and Show Prep!
Sunday, August 10 2014
by Editor
The team is still busy competing! Manon Quilodran and her gelding Orison competed at the Fair Hill August HT this weekend! Check them out with their USCA Eventing saddle pad! We have four members competing in the Full Gallop HT next weekend and we are all competing at different levels! We all have been working hard to prepare! Check out the members getting ready for the HT! Melissa Del Tufo and Ode to Calliope-Begginer Novice Melissa has been busy xc schooling, going to schooling shows and building jumps for practice! Keyanna Farken and She’s a Flirt-Novice Keyanna is a incoming freshman and this show she will be able to meet some of the current team members! Keyanna has been busy with many xc schoolings at full gallop! Marissa Collins and Carino-Training I have been busy with a few xc schoolings at full gallop and working on my jumping position. Brendan Quinn and Smoke-Prelim Brendan has also got in some xc schools! Practicing many big prelim questions to be prepared!
- Published in Pacer Pride, Z-Blogs
Tagged under:
aiken, education, february-2014, in the irons, pony tales, the hopeful amateur, the-barn-book, university, wordpress-org
The Sidelines Magazine Amateur Photo Contest
Wednesday, August 06 2014
by Editor
“Dreamer” by Barbara Wright Get your cameras ready for Sidelines Magazine’s amateur photo contest! Send us your equestrian-themed photograph for a chance to win a beautiful canvas print from artist Barbara Wright called “Dreamer.” The winner will also have their photo published in Sidelines Magazine . In addition to the overall winner, selected honorable mentions will also be featured in the magazine. All entrants will also receive a free digital subscription to Sidelines Magazine
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs
Interagro Lusitanos Offers Handpicked Selection of Exceptional Geldings
Monday, July 28 2014
by Editor
Itapira, Brazil (July 25, 2014) – Horses from Interagro Lusitanos’ farm in Itapira, Brazil have made their mark with equestrians across the globe, as their athleticism and trainability is matched by their beauty and willingness to work. Interagro’s long tradition of preserving the purest Lusitano bloodlines and exporting exceptional horses continues with the debut of a number of exceptional geldings now offered for sale. Due to increasing demand for geldings in the international market place, Interagro has introduced a selection of Lusitanos to meet this demand. Each horse has been hand selected by Interagro’s team of professionals according to their temperament, movement, and suitability for chosen discipline. Interagro’s first crop of geldings were handpicked in 2013 from hundreds of superbly bred Lusitanos for their potential as sporthorses for dressage, working equitation, and driving. Dior Interagro, a stunning dapple grey by Nirvana Interagro and out of Novela Interagro, brings all the presence and movement required in an FEI prospect. Three naturally uphill paces are one of the hallmarks of Interagro’s selections. These sought after gaits are combined with the beauty of the Lusitano for an impressive overall package. Ferrabosco Interagro, a 5-year-old by Tuf ã o Interagro and out of Baiuca Interagro, exhibits the stunning golden buckskin coloring and active hindleg that will make him a showstopper. Galdor Interagro (Ofensor MV x Umbelina Interagro), is another exceptional prospect, both he and Ferrabosco are progressing well and showing talent for working equitation. Fauno Interagro (Nirvana Interagro x Ninfelta Interagro), has demonstrated exceptional talent in dressage. His uphill movement and compact, powerful build will make success in the dressage or working equitation arenas easy for their riders. Canaletto Interagro (Nirvana Interagro x Ximbica Interagro), a powerful dapple grey, demonstrates excellent gaits and has been in training with Grand Prix dressage rider Pia Aragão. He has shown aptitude for driving and is preparing to debut in competition next year.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Tagged under:
bridge-farm, dressage, entries, hatchaway-bridge-farm, horse, lustiano, riding, sidelines-magazine, the-barn-book, the-horse, wordpress-org
Hillary Dobbs Joining University of South Carolina Equestrian Staff
Monday, July 28 2014
by Editor
COLUMBIA, S.C. – University of South Carolina head coach Boo Major announced on Friday the hiring of Hillary Dobbs as the Gamecocks’ new hunt seat coach.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
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bridge, bridge-farm, entries, gamecocks, hatchaway-bridge-farm, horses, riding, sidelines-magazine, south carolina, the-barn-book, the-horse, wordpress-org
Making the Most of Days When It’s Too Hot to Ride
Friday, July 25 2014
by Editor
When the temperature climbs over 90° and the humidity is high, sometimes it’s best not to ride your horse. And while not being able to ride is disappointing, the day doesn’t have to be a total loss. There are many ways to continue moving forward with your horse even when you can’t be in the saddle.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Tagged under:
archives, education, hopeful-amateur, notes from the field, november-2013, pacer-pride, riding, september-2013, the classic insider, wordpress-org
New From Emerald Valley Natural Health Orange Oil Shampoo!
Friday, July 25 2014
by Editor
July 21, 2014 — Emerald Valley Natural Health is pleased to announce the launch of their new Orange Oil Shampoo, perfect for show season, any season. Our Orange Oil Shampoo is helpful at soothing dry, irritated skin. And as oranges contains ingredients that deter insects, ticks, flies and mosquitoes, it’s the perfect shampoo for the summer months
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Tagged under:
bridge, bridge-farm, entries, hatchaway-bridge-farm, horse, the-barn-book, the-horse, what's happenin', wordpress-org
The Amazing Kim Walnes
Tuesday, July 15 2014
by Editor
I remember in the 1980′s (yes, I’m giving away my age…) when my friends and I watched Kim during the retirement ceremony of her horse, The Gray Goose at the Kentucky Horse Park. There was a jump course set up for them so that Gray could do his final public performance. I looked over the course and very carefully focussed the long lens of my camera (you HAD to carefully focus in those days before digital cameras – you had a limited number of pictures you could take with a roll of film) on an impressive oxer that surely they would jump, and they would be coming right toward me so it should be an impressive photo
- Published in Notes from the Field, Z-Blogs