From left: Gail Mink, Jimmie Schramm, Joseph Murphy and Trebuchet after during the clinic at Kealani Farm last week. Photo by Jenni Autry.
Irish Olympian Joseph Murphy is returning to Kealani Farm in West Grove, Pennsylvania, on Dec. 1-2 to teach another of his highly popular clinics utilizing indoor cross country and show jumping exercises. The clinic also coincides with the USEA Area II Annual Meeting in nearby Kennett Square. Joseph will speak about how he got his start in eventing during the afternoon training symposium on Saturday. Check out Event Clinics for all the details.
National Holiday: Happy Hour Day. Also my mom’s birthday. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM!
U.S. Weekend Action:
Full Moon Farms H.T. [Website] [Results]
River Glen Fall H.T. [Website] [Results]
Poplar Place Farm H.T. [Website] [Results]
Texas Rose Horse Park H.T. [Website] [Results]
Monday News and Notes:
Horses and mules were the primary means of achieving military mobility during the First World War. The British Army alone employed over a million equine throughout the conflict; the American military employed over 1.25 million equines. Check out the FEI’s tribute to these soldiers who served alongside the British and Allied forces. [The Unsung Heroes of WWI]
Loch Moy Farm in Adamstown, Maryland hosted their first Beginner Novice Three-Day Event at the Maryland Horse Trials in early October. Ella Lucas, who won with her mount Truthful Saint, pointed out that all 12 entries completed the competition. “This was a richly rewarding experience for everyone that took part.” [Memories Made in Maryland]
Nearly 16 years after he was rescued from a pregnant mare urine facility in Canada, Cheval Noir went down centerline in the Grand Prix freestyle open championship at U.S. Dressage Finals. Rider Pam Wangenheim-Hawkins gave him more than one second chance at life and he has returned the favor in spades. [From PMU Rescue Foal To Grand Prix Dressage]
Keeping insurance on your horse can mean the difference between, well, the worst case scenario and the opposite of that. But horse insurance isn’t the same as people insurance. There are major differences in what is and isn’t covered. So if you’re considering insurance for your horse or don’t totally understand what it covers, read this! [‘But I Thought My Insurance Covered That!’]
Monday Video: A beautiful partnership in action.
Bridless Reining – Dan Huss & Ms Dreamy
The #AQHAWorldShow is full of excitement and success, but this moment from the senior reining finals is sure to warm the hearts and spirits of horse-lovers everywhere.
In the middle of Dan Huss’ run with Ms Dreamy, the bridle broke. Instead of stopping, Dan scooped up the hardware and kept on trucking – making this a once-in-a-lifetime moment on a once-in-a-lifetime horse.
This is also Ms Dreamy’s final run before her retirement. What a way to go out – ears up and all.
Posted by American Quarter Horse Association on Saturday, November 10, 2018
