Emma Ford congratulates Z on his win. Photo by Leslie Threlkeld.
With yet another horse from True Prospect Farm heading to a championship for USA, it’s no secret that a large part of their success lies with Emma Ford. Good news for you guys, now is your chance to learn from the best! Emma will be hosting four two-hour clinics at TPF in July, on each Monday. You’ll get the chance to learn about stable management, grooming, show turnout, and leg care plus much much more. Don’t miss out! [Register Here]
National Holiday: National Insurance Awareness Day
U.S. Weekend Preview:
Groton House Farm H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]
Horse Park of New Jersey I H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Live Scores]
Chattahoochee Hills H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]
South Farm H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times]
News From Around the Globe:
Last year, Madeline Backus had an incredible rise to stardom with her long time partner, PS Arianna. This year, she was awarded the inaugural Wilton Fair Grant, and went over the pond to work with Irish international rider Austin O’Connor at Attington Stud in Thame, Oxforshire with two horses. Her goals were high, and her fairytale was becoming reality, but as it is in the horse world, plans don’t always follow a straight line. [Villains and Victories Throughout My Fairytale]
Volunteer role call!!! The 2018 Event at Rebecca Farm is in need of volunteers, so if you’re anywhere near there, don’t miss out on an opportunity to get involved. In it’s 17th year, The Event will be held July 18-22, and regularly attracts people from all over the world. There is a reason this event is a bucket list item for so many riders, so apply here to become part of the team! [Rebecca Farm Needs Volunteers]
Eventers worldwide are getting behind the movement to #WearGreenForJonty as they compete each weekend. Highly likable and genuine Jonty Evans was injured in a fall on the 3rd of June at Tattersalls, and sustained large amounts of brain damage, leaving him still unconscious at this time. In order to show support for Jonty and his family as he recovers in the hospital, four-star riders around the world are encouraging others to wear a bit of green as they go around cross country, and contribute to the social media hashtag. [Wearing Green for Jonty]
Hot on Horse Nation: The Return of the Tongue-In-Cheek Pros and Cons of Breeds
Today is National Insurance Awareness day, so are you aware of your insurance options for your horse? Figuring out how to protect your best friend and keep your budget intact isn’t that hard, all you have to do is fill out this simple questionnaire with Taylor Harris Insurance Services, and they’ll do the rest. Now you can get back to riding! [Request a Quote]
