Peanut! Photo by Krisie Southern.
The blackest of Friday’s to you all! And I mean that with love. You just have to check out the Black Friday deals we’ve rounded up for you, they’re positively ridiculous. All those things that you’ve been pining for all year from Horseware, SmartPak, Majyk Equipe, World Equestrian Brands and more! It’s a shameless shopping day, so let’s embrace it whole heartedly. [Black Friday Deals]
U.S. Weekend Preview:
Ocala Jockey Club CIC & CCI [Website] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]
Pine Top Thanksgiving H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times]
Friday Notes:
Last week, Chicago eventer Shannon Riley tragically lost two of her horses to a freak accident after they escaped in the night. One of these horses was her upper level mount, Jag, who Shannon brought up the levels herself. Inspired by their love for Shannon, her friends and students have set up a Go Fund Me to help her find a new horse to accomplish her goals. If you’re interested in helping a fellow Eventer in this holiday season, please take a look. [Flowers from Ashes: Jag’s Legacy]
Next Level Eventing, home to Tamie Smith, Heather Morris, and Mackenna Shea, chose to give back to the community in a special way this Holiday season. The three held an essay contest for local United States Pony Clubs and riding schools in the area. Ramona Vincent Pony Club won the Grand Prize and received a collection of items that ranged from riding jackets to tack, and even clothing. NLE also decided to play host to schooling events to aid all local clubs on a fun and educational level. [Next Level Gives Back]
Newly minted 4* pair Ashley Johnson and Tactical Maneuver are ready to tackle Ocala CIC3*. Johnson admits that “Gucci” can be a lunatic at times, and it’s taken her seven years of partnership to get him to the 4* level, but he’s finally coming into his own. He’s been a tough horse to get along with at many times, and Ashley has worked incredibly hard to earn his trust. After Rolex this spring, he’s come out incredibly confident, and they took it easy this fall in preparation for this weekend. [COTH One To Watch: Ashley Johnson]
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