Friday News & Notes from FLAIR Nasal Strips

Not such a bad day at the office. Photo by Kate Samuels.

Not such a bad day at the office. Photo by Kate Samuels.

We all know that the big news from yesterday was the three winners of the ginormous ridiculously huge amount of money Powerball, but besides our natural jealousy of those people (think how many ponies you could have!) the worst part of yesterday was hearing about the passing of Alan Rickman. This is 100% not horsey related, but I am a totally unabashed Potter dork, and watching him play Snape was one of my favorite things. He was also unbelievably amazing in so many other movies, and I will truly miss his baritone purr. So far, the start of 2016 has been rough with losing legends.

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News From Around the Globe:

Attention working students and grooms in Aiken! Go ahead and beg for the 15th of February off, because Emma Ford and Cat Hill are offering a one-day intensive clinic specifically catered to your needs. The one-day clinic is intended for grooms, working students and barn staff that need an intensive learning experience. The program will be tailored to the attendees, but they will be covering time management, barn organization, handling show situations and any specific needs (braiding/turnout-first aid- wrapping/leg care- etc.) Contact Emma or Cat for more info. [Email World Class Grooming]

Do you have a syndicated horse, or are you thinking of starting a syndicate? As the new way to promote Eventing and keep top horses with top riders, syndication is a popular method for maintaining competition horses and their expenses. However, the process of handling the month to month details, or even just setting up the syndicate can be daunting. Luckily, Athletux offers syndication services! With their expertise of countless syndicates of all sizes, they can advise you on the nitty gritty as well as take care of the smaller details on a regular basis. [Athletux Syndicate Services]

Are you hosting clinics, lessons or special events for eventers this winter? Send in your event listing for EN’s new weekly What’s Going On This Winter series. Be sure to include cost, location, contact information and any forms or flyers you’d like included Send listings to [email protected].

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Tis the season for quarter sheets all the time! Even if you’re down south, you’re gonna appreciate a quarter sheet in the morning every now and again, especially on some fresh ponies that are just getting fit again for the spring season. There’s nothing like a Newmarket print that screams EVENTER!! And this quarter sheet is perfect for your cold weather needs. It’s fleecy and soft, easy to wash, wicks away sweat and also insulates just enough, as well as being tapered so your leg can actually touch the horse in the right spots when you need it. Get you one! [SmartPak Product of the Day]

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