Become an Eventing Nation BloggerPosted by Lainey Ashker on Monday, June 8, 2020
Lainey Ashker, our patron saint of grids, is back with another golden exercise. She says this one will really help get your horses moving forward off your leg. Set it up and give it a whirl today!
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Over the weekend we got to welcome a few new additions to our sport: new frangible devices! This is your advocacy, effort and donations coming to fruition. Thanks, y’all, for working to make our sport safer.
Can you contribute to the USEA’s Frangible Fence Research initiative? Click here to make your secure, tax-deductible donation, earmarked for Frangible Fence Research, today.
National Holiday: National Donald Duck Day
Events Opening This Week: VHT International & H.T., Horse Park of New Jersey Horse Trials II, Hunt Club Farms H.T., FENCE H.T., Mill Creek Pony Club H.T. at Longview, Event at Rebecca Farm,
Events Closing This Week: GMHA June H.T., Fox River Valley Pony Club H.T., Horse Park of New Jersey H.T. I, Chattahoochee Hills H.T., Cobblestone Farms H.T. I, Loudoun Hunt Pony Club Summer H.T.
Tuesday News:
We’re back baby! Three recognized events were held over the weekend. While we’re thrilled to see the run, jump and gallop parade has picked back up, it’s happening just a bit differently now. [The New Normal: Eventing in the Age of COVID-19]
Covert Rights is the five-star event horse with Clydesdale blood. He can hear a peppermint wrapper from five miles away. Go behind the stall door to learn more about this superstar. [Behind The Stall Door With: Covert Rights]
Here’s today’s LOL: Top eventer’s dismay as walkers report horse ‘blocking footpath’ – in his own field
Tuesday Video:
In the market for a new four-legged partner? You may find your unicorn on our sister site, Sport Horse Nation. To help with the search, we’re going to feature a selection of current listings here on EN. We include the ad copy provided; click the links for videos, pricing and contact information.
We’re in the the business of matchmaking over on Sport Horse Nation. We want you to meet your dream horse! Here’s the latest listed for sale:
Have you already met your dream horse? Each week we’re spotlighting a different horse/rider combination who came together through the eventing matchmaking service that is EN’s classifieds site, Sport Horse Nation. Have a SHN success story to share? Email it to [email protected]. [Sport Horse Nation]
Woodstock Easy. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.
Woodstock Easy is an 11 year old, 16.2 hand, TB, Gelding. He has competed successfully through the 2 star level and has scope to go higher! “Scooby” has beautiful movement and a super careful jump. He is quiet, soft, and uncomplicated to ride and has never had a cross-country fault.
Scooby has been owned and ridden by an amateur for many years and is suitable for any level rider. With his kind and easy demeanor on the ground, he is a barn favorite. Priced in the mid five figures. Located in Pennsylvania.
Gliding Class. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.
Uncomplicated Dream YR/AA Horse
Gliding Class is an uncomplicated dream for a young rider or adult amateur. Has successfully gone Intermediate but is also happy at the lower levels. This 11 year old 16.3 hand Irish gelding scores in the 20s on the flat and is a super clean jumper. Comfortable under saddle and easy on the ground! Priced at 65k. Located in California.
RHF Peterzano. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.
Upper Level Quality Mr. Perfect
RHF Peterzano. 2012, 16.1 Hanoverian Gelding. Sire: Perigueux – Dam Sire: Now or Never
Serious Inquiries Only! Priced accordingly for temperament, record, and quality. Rare opportunity to be offered on the market a young, top string horse.RHF Peterzano (aka Pepperoni) is a talented 8 yr old gelding with an outstanding temperament, and record to match.
He is only being offered to the right situation, and to help my husband and I secure our farm. Pepperoni has been in a professional program since being imported from Europe at the age of 4. He has been brought along with upper level potential in mind. He has won at every level he has competed at, with consistent scores from the low to mid twenties. He is extremely reliable in show jumping to jump clear or no more than one rail.
He only has had one cross country jump penalty throughout his Eventing career. He goes in all three phases in a snaffle.
He would also be an extremely competitive 1.30 show jumper and speed horse. He is extremely easy on the flat, and is incredibly safe in the jumping, and is not strong in the hand on cross country. He has been used for lessons off and on since the beginning, and is a real favorite to everyone who meets him. His personality is very charismatic and very sweet. He has the same good nature everyday, and loves his job. He is willing to gallop or trail ride in company, or on his own. You can even have a calm ride bareback and in a halter.
Easy to travel with, compete, shoe, clip, and an easy keeper. He gets along with every horse and person he meets, and is happy to be in a stall, on the field, in a group, or by himself. He is known by his many fans as Mr. Perfect, and he truly is. This will not be easy for us to see him go, but he will be someone’s horse of a life time. Located in Idaho.
Excel Star Darcy. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.
Excel Star Darcy: 2014 16.2h bay Irish Sport Horse gelding. By Classe VDL out of Danzig Lady.
This 6-year-old comes to us at Excel Star Sport Horses already proving himself in the jumper ring to 1.20m. He’s the rare horse that already has enough miles, but not too many, to prove his excellent disposition and athletic ability. He’s shown consistently in the 1.20m and has cross country schooled, and is ready to go out eventing or show jumping. You would be hard pressed to find a horse as quiet and uncomplicated as Darcy. He ready to do the job easily and happily. Located in South Carolina.
West of Ireland. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.
West of Ireland aka Winston is a 2016 thoroughbred gelding, standing 16.1+. Retired sound in July 2019 after only two starts under his breeders silks. By Gio Ponti out a War Chant mare, he is extremely irish bred, and his bone and hooves show it. Winston began his journey as a sport horse at the end of July, and has exceeded all expectations. Balanced, soft, and lovely to flat, he is schooling all lateral work and is capable beyond his age. A rhythmic, cadenced, adjustable canter leads to a brilliant scopey jump from just about any spot. Solidly schooling novice, and is entered in his first recognized event in July (after his intended first event was cancelled in March). Loads, hauls, clips, you name it – he does it well.
This is the type of horse that the competent teenager dreams of, while being talented enough for the professional who wants something with a brain. Perfect home is a must; would love to see someone win the YEH 4yo championships and then cruise up the levels. Clean set of radiographs on file to serious inquiries. Located in Kentucky.
Listings included in this article are randomly selected and confirmed to be current and active before inclusion. Sport Horse Nation features user-generated content and therefore cannot verify or make any warranty as to the validity or reliability of information.
Eventing officially returned this weekend with three actual, legit, recognized horse trials, and that means the #EventerProblems have picked back up in earnest. Here’s your latest batch:
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Getting on social media this weekend felt a lot like I had just escaped from an underground bunker. Horse shows? People are out eventing? I can finally put something in Sunday Links between the “U.S. Weekend Action” and the “Sunday Links”?
Please, please be careful if you are out and about. Wear your masks around others, wash your hands frequently and avoid touching your face. Happy eventing!
National Holiday: National VCR Day
U.S. Weekend Action:
Plantation Field H.T. [Website] [USEA H.T. Entry Status] [Starter H.T. Entry Status] [USEA H.T. Schedule] [Starter H.T. Schedule] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]
River Glen Summer H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]
Feather Creek H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Live Scores]
Event Entry notes:
Waradaca H.T.: “Having gotten the official approval from the Montgomery County Health Officer just this morning, we are a GO!! Waredaca is running a one day on June 13, levels BN thru Preliminary. Current entries received are ALL ACCEPTED. If you still wish to enter, please contact Secretary Cindy directly at [email protected] Payment is to be completed by END OF DAY SUNDAY; no one will be scheduled if not complete and PAPERLESS– all of the USEF and USEA required entry paperwork. Payment can be made by Xentry, event entries or PayPal [email protected] (PLEASE USE FRIENDS AND FAMILY OPTION) Also required from everyone planning to be on the property Saturday,–whoever else is coming with you– a completed and ELECTRONICALLY FILED Waredaca Waiver of Liability.”
Sunday Links:
Weekend Quick Links: June 6-7, 2020
Top 10 Tips for Keeping Your White Horse White with Rachael Livermore
Kevin Babington making progress and back teaching after serious neck injury
Best of Blogs: So You Want To Be An Ally….
Hot on Horse Nation: How to Turn a Donut Into a Pony in 10 Steps*
Sunday Video:
Have you been getting creative in lockdown? Well, so has Zara Tindall! ⠀⠀In yesterday's episode of The Check In, Jenny Rudall spoke to Olympian, Zara, about the secret talents she's been finessing through lockdown… All in aid of Equestrian Relief! 🎨⠀⠀To catch the full interview, head to the website, supported streaming services or app!
Posted by Horse & Country TV on Tuesday, June 2, 2020
Check out H&C’s brand news series, The Check-In with Jenny Rudall. Jenny chats with top riders around the world to see how they’re doing and to share ideas. So far she’s included athletes like Piggy French, Gemma Tattersall, Boyd Martin and the Fox-Pitts. The latest check in was with Zara Tindall and you’ll never guess what she’s been up to.
The entire series can be viewed for free at this link.
Flexible Fit Equestrian: Redefining Comfort & Quality at an Affordable Price. Learn more at www.ffequestrian.com.au.
Photo by Shelby Allen.
“For too long, the horse show world has chosen to ignore the extreme social injustice embedded in American policy and tradition. We are an insular community with a gross amount of wealth and white privilege, and thus we choose the path of ignorance.”
If you read nothing else today, read this story from The Chronicle. Then read Tilly’s News and Notes from yesterday. I would like to echo Tilly’s aim to keep Eventing Nation a safe space for horse enthusiasts of any color. Our sport is not immune from these injustices that we see every day, but we can work together to create a more equitable space.
Go eventing.
National Holiday: National Leave the Office Early Day (erm, read the room national calendar!)
Tuesday News:
COIVD-19 will likely sent ripples through our event calendar for the rest of the year. There have been many changes to upcoming events. You’ll find a complete list of cancellations here.
Top dressage rider Juan Matute Guimón has woken from a medically induced coma following a brain bleed. The most recent scans “couldn’t have been better” and though he remains on a ventilator, he is sitting up and interacting with his family. [Top rider takes ‘huge step forward’ in recovery from brain bleed]
When you make a riding mistake, it’s important to learn how to improve. But it’s equally important to be able to move on and not dwell on previous error. This is a brain exercise that you can perfect at home so you’re ready the next time you hit the saddle. [When You Make a Mistake, What Do You Do With It?]
Tuesday Video: A fun swap.
The quarantine haircut from hell. Photo by Shelby Allen.
With salons closing, people have gotten a little desperate (crazy?) with their hair lately. I’ve seen quite a few makeovers fueled by box dye and kitchen scissors, but none come close to my mom’s pony, Annabelle’s, forelock. Mom, if you’re reading this, a career as a professional groomer probably isn’t in your future.
National Holiday: National Smile Day
Sunday Links:
New guidance on riding and coaching in Scotland as lockdown eases
USEA Approves New Qualification Period for 2020 AEC
MACTA Cross-Country Schooling Day a Success Amid COVID-19 Restrictions
Upperville And Loudoun Benefit Canceled
Pomp And Circumstance And A Wheelbarrow
What It’s Really Like to Train with Roger Yves Bost
Sunday Video: Proof that Lainey Ashker is actually Snow White.
Laine Ashker Eventing and Dressage: where you can come to get your horse AND bird trained at the same DAMN time! #madskills #birdwhispering101
Posted by Lainey Ashker on Saturday, May 30, 2020
Julia Spatt & 501 Macintosh. Photo by Leslie Wylie.
The United States Eventing Association (USEA) has extended the qualification period for the 2020 USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds.
The original qualification period of May 27, 2019 – August 18, 2020 has now been stretched to include results as far back as March 1, 2019 in consideration of those whose spring season was affected by the Coronavirus pandemic. The new qualification window is March 1, 2019 – August 18, 2020.
The AEC Organizing Committee and the USEA Board of Governors decided on this modification after considering data from last year’s championships.
“The data showed that there are currently more riders and horses qualified for the AEC for 2020 than there were at this time last year for the 2019 AEC,” explained USEA CEO Rob Burk. Currently, over 2,200 riders and 2,500 horses are already qualified to compete.
“However, the USEA still wanted to be sympathetic to the members who lost part of their 2020 competition season, and extend the qualification period back to March 1, 2019 to compensate for the time that was lost from 2020.”
The 2020 AEC will take place August 25-30, 2020 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky. The USEA is working diligently to provide a safe competition environment. To read more about their COVID-19 resources, click here.
Go eventing.
So hot girl summer doesn’t include a farmer tan? Let’s make it horse girl summer then. Here’s how y’all are celebrating with the latest batch of #EventerProblems:
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Our Haygain hay steamers are recommended by the world’s leading riders, trainers and equine vets and ComfortStall® Sealed Orthopedic Flooring System is used and recommended by leading Veterinary Hospitals, including Cornell University.
Bangs with scissors? Box dyed makeover? Step away from the mirror, honey. Leave that to the experts, like Beezie Madden who walks us through the Madden Method for pulling and trimming a mane. This quarantine home haircut is chinchilla-approved!
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Ian Stark and Murphy Himself. Photo via Ian Stark.
I’ve seen a lot of people sharing and nominating each other for the equestrian photo challenge where each person shares a favorite horse photo every day for 10 days. There have been many really inspiring shots and great throwbacks, but this one is my favorite. Ian Stark and Murphy Himself boldly leaping into the water at the Barcelona Olympic Games in 1992. Ian must have had velcro in those breeches because legend has it that the daring grey decided a bounce before the drop was much more appropriate than the designated one-stride.
National Holiday: National Paper Airplane Day
Events Opening This Week (According to the online omnibus): Genesee Valley Hunt H.T., The Maryland H.T. at Loch Moy Farm II, Poplar Place Farm May H.T., Champagne Run at the Park H.T., Western Underground, Inc Coconino Summer HT & T/N/BN3D Event
Download this one for your next commute (mine is from the bed to the couch nowadays, so no judgement here). The latest USEA Podcast delves into how our sport will bounce back from Coronavirus. You’ll hear from USEA CEO Rob Burk, USEA President Max Corcoran, and Chair of the FEI Eventing Committee David O’Connor for all the details. [USEA Podcast #258: Getting Back to Business]
I am a complete history buff. Hook me up with a well organized documentary and I’m one happy gal. If you’re cut from that same cloth, then you’ll love this latest piece from Noelle Floyd about the most important horses in American History. [Three Times Horses Changed the Course of American History]
After an epic calendar year in 2019, Piggy March had set herself up brilliantly for Olympic domination in 2020, but those Olympic dreams have unfortunately been sidelined again. We’ve all read Piggy’s redemption story, so we know she’s made of the toughest stuff on earth. With her downtime, she’s cranking away but also enjoying more breaks with her husband and son before her world domination tour continues. [Eventing Star March Rejects ‘Olympic Jinx’ and Focuses on Hope and Ambition]
Tuesday Video: Learn how to master a DIY haircut that won’t leave you embarrassed to go out in public.
In the market for a new four-legged partner? You may find your unicorn on our sister site, Sport Horse Nation. To help with the search, we’re going to feature a selection of current listings here on EN. We include the ad copy provided; click the links for videos, pricing and contact information.
Beautiful, bold and bay? What more could you ask for in an eventer? Here are four listed for sale on Sport Horse Nation:
R. H. S Caspar Conthargos. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.
R. H. S Caspar Conthargos, 2014 Imported Oldenburg gelding. 16.3hh. Recent radiographs available.
This dark bay son of Conthargos has that star quality. He is a beautiful package of movement, jump, looks, and a sweet and snuggly disposition. Schooling cross country well, and ready to compete as soon as we are able.
He has three outstanding paces, highlighted by his naturally powerful and springy way of moving. He is proving to have an excellent and consistent style over the fence that will catch anyone’s eye.
Sire Conthargos at the age of four, won the Deister Champions with a 9.5 and, in 2009, effortlessly qualified for the German Champions. His offspring have easily dominated all show jumping events.
Dam sire Eurocommerce Berlin himself was a World Equestrian Games, and European Championships Gold Medalist, as well as a winner of multiple Grand Prixs. Caspar Conthargos’ mother has already produced a 1.60 m show jumper.
With his endless scope, sweet temperament, and with the right training, the future is bright for this top quality youngster. Located in Idaho.
Cuervo Gold. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.
Safe and Experienced Eventing Horse
“Apollo” (Cuervo Gold) is a 16 year old 16.2 hand TB Gelding. He has taken his current rider from a beginner, with little to no experience, to training in just 3 years. Apollo is bold, and will jump anything you put in front of him. He has an unblemished cross country record. Apollo is a great confidence giver in all 3 phases for all levels of riding. He consistently places in ribbons at shows including Ocala, Florida. He loves to go trail riding. Apollo is ready to show a new rider the ropes of competition in a safe and fun way! Located in Georgia.
Excel Star Renaissance. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.
Top Class Irish Sport Horse Excel Star Renaissance
If you’re looking to go to the top of the sport … come look at Excel Star Renaissance! She has the movement, gallop and jump to be a top class competitor. Here’s a video of her cross country schooling yesterday: youtu.be/CVTQDZdXFY0
Excel Star Renaissance: 2015 16.2h bay imported Irish Sport Horse mare By Tolan R out of Arko-D (by Arko III)
Has already earned ribbons at Training level and is ready to keep progressing. This mare has it all … scope, step and jump! Plus she has the brain to match her beauty! We expect her to go far in eventing and she’d make a great match for someone looking to bring along a quality young horse. She’s suitable for a junior, young rider or adult amateur, but talented enough for a professional. Located in South Carolina.
That’s the Stuff. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.
Preliminary Level Eventer *Price Reduced*
That’s the Stuff is a 2010 16.3h OTTB gelding who is competing at the preliminary level and qualified for a CCI2*-S. Russell is a bold, athletic OTTB who has shown promise in all three phases, but is still working to put all three phases together consistently. With that being said, he is very personable in the barn and a real blast to ride xc! He loves being an event horse. I’m looking for the right match for him. Price reduced because the girl who was part-leasing him has a new ride, and I have more horses due to arrive. Located in Florida.
Listings included in this article are randomly selected and confirmed to be current and active before inclusion. Sport Horse Nation features user-generated content and therefore cannot verify or make any warranty as to the validity or reliability of information.
Photo by Camille Kierstead.
I’ve been very proud to see so many eventers making the most out of their downtime lately. Some have been especially productive and revamped their show jumping sets Camille Kierstead here. This is a girl after my own heart. Have you completed other fun projects? Let us know!
National Holiday: National Scavenger Hunt Day
Sunday Links:
Memories from the Vet Box with Stephen Bradley
USEF Approves COVID-19 Rule Modifications for 2020
Palm Beach Masters Cancels Competition Series
Goats take on clear round jumping in fight to beat grass sickness
Back From The Brink: A Brain Tumor Can’t Keep Tyler Grayson Down
Sunday Video:
Virginia Horse Trials. Photo by Andy Bowles.
A favorite in Area II, the Virginia Horse Trials (VHT) has been approved for a rescheduled date of July 21-24, 2020. Originally postponed due to COVID-19, VHT has moved to a midweek competition to reduce impact on existing events.
VHT Organizer Andy Bowels confirmed that the event intends to run the same levels from the May event, which includes Starter through Intermediate horse trials plus CCI*-L, CCI2*-S, CCI2*-L, and CCI3*-S. Held Thursday-Friday, national classes will run as either one- or two-day competitions at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, Virginia.
“One of our main goals for rescheduling is to make sure competitors requiring qualifications will have the opportunity to obtain them. We have also opted to run midweek in order to reduce the impact on other weekend events,” said Andy.
“We are trying to make the most of a frustrating situation for competitors and organizers around the country. Many events are attempting to reschedule, and competitors are very anxious to get back on course. I would like to thank the Virginia Horse Center for working us into their very busy schedule.”
The Virginia Horse Center is prepared to implement a number of changes to ensure the safety of competitors. Changes include online entries and “low density stabling.” Horse inspections will be held in an open space with social distancing being enforced. The competitor party and awards ceremonies have been cancelled. full details of the COVID-19 safety plan will be available on the VHT website prior to the event.
“Some things will be different, but what has not changed is our dedication to running a quality event. The high standards competitors have come to expect from VHT will be upheld,” Andy said. “We hope to see many familiar faces at VHT in July and hope all our friends have been safe during this uncertain time. Hopefully our announcement today gives them something to look forward to.”
This date changes only reflects VHT Spring 2020 dates. The November Virginia Horse Trials remains scheduled for October 29-November 1, 2020, and VHT’s standard Memorial Day date will resume in 2021.
Mara DePuy and Congo Brazzaville C. Photo by Shelby Allen.
Since COVID-19 brought the eventing calendar as we know it to a standstill, a meeting of the minds has been taking place nonstop to piece together the rest of the year thanks to the efforts of the USEA Competitions, Calendar and Rules Committees, USEA Areas and the USEF Eventing Sport Committee.
Of the 259 recognized events on the 2020 calendar, 82 were impacted by COVID-19. So far 23 of those events have received rescheduled dates, and five new events have been added to the calendar. All rescheduled dates for events who put in requests have now been allocated. The calendar could continue to morph, so continue to refer to the USEA Competition Calendar for the most up-to-date information.
Click here for the USEF COVID-19 Action Plan.
2020 Rescheduled Events:
Area I
June 27-28 (rescheduled from May 30-31)
GMHA June H.T.
Levels: P,T,N,BN
July 18 (rescheduled from May 16)
Hitching Post Farm H.T,
Levels: P,T,N,BN,Intro
August 30 (rescheduled from June 14)
Valinor Farm H.T.
Levels: M,T,N,BN,Starter
October 4 (rescheduled from June 7)
Genesee Valley Riding & Driving H.T.
Levels: TN,N,BN,Intro
Area II
June 13-14 (rescheduled from May 30-31)
Waredaca H.T.
Levels: I,P,M,T,TN,N,BN,FEH,YEH,NEH
June 13-14 (new event)
War Horse Series H.T.
Levels: P,M,T,N,BN
July 11-12 (new event)
War Horse Series H.T.
Levels: P,M,T,N,BN
July 21-24 (rescheduled from May 21-24)
VHT International & H.T.
Levels: CCI2L,CCI3/2S,AI,I,P,M,T,N,BN,Starter,YEH
August 8-9 (FEI levels added from April event)
Fair Hill International H.T. & CCIS
Levels: CCI3S,I,P,T,N
August 22-23 (new event)
War Horse Series H.T.
Levels: P,M,T,N,BN
October 10-11 (new event)
War Horse Series H.T.
Levels: P,M,T,N,BN
November 6-8 (new event)
War Horse Series Championship H.T.
Levels: P,M,T,N,BN
November 14-15 (rescheduled from March 28-29)
Morven Park Spring H.T.
Levels: I,P,T,N,BN
Area III
July 11-12 (rescheduled from March 21-22)
Poplar Place Farm March H.T.
Levels: IP,P,PT,T,N,BN,Starter
July 18-19 (rescheduled from March 28-29)
Full Gallop Farm April H.T.
Levels: P,PT,T,N,BN,Starter,YEH,NEH
July 25-26 (rescheduled from April 11-12)
FENCE H.T.
Levels: P,T,N,BN,Starter
September 12-13 (rescheduled from May 30-31)
Ocala Summer H.T.
Levels: I,P,M,T,N,BN
October 2-4 (rescheduled from May 29-31)
Poplar Place Farm H.T.
Levels: AI,I,IP,P,PT,T,N,BN,Starter
October 3-4 (rescheduled from March 21-22)
Horse Trials at Majestic Oaks
Levels: I,P,T,N,BN,Starter
December 5-6 (rescheduled from March 27-29)
Rocking Horse Spring H.T.
Levels: I,P,PT,T,N,BN
Area IV
July 25-26 (rescheduled from May 9-10)
Mill Creek Pony Club H.T. at Longview
Levels: P,T,N,BN,Starter,CT-BN
August 8-9 (rescheduled from June 13-14)
Queeny Park H.T.
Levels: M,T,N,BN,Starter
Area V
June 19-21 (rescheduled from March 27-29)
Texas Rose Horse Park H.T.
Levels: I,P,T,N,BN,Intro,FEH,YEH,NEH
Area VI (no rescheduled events)
Area VII (no rescheduled events)
Area VIII
July 4-5 (rescheduled from May 8-10)
Winona H.T.
Levels: P,PT,T,N,BN,Starter,FEH,YEH,NEH
July 25-26 (rescheduled from June 13-14)
Honey Run H.T.
Levels: T,N,BN,Starter
August 8-9 (rescheduled from May 28-31)
IEA H.T., Classic Training/Novice 3-Day Event
Levels: IP,P,M,T3D,T,N3D,N,BN,Starter
Area IX
July 4-5 (rescheduled from May 16-17)
Spring Gulch H.T.
Levels: P,T,N,BN,Intro
Area X
September 12-13 (rescheduled from May 24-25)
Coconino Spring H.T
Levels: I,IP,P,T,N,BN,Intro
October 10-11 (rescheduled from April 18-19)
St. Johns H.T.
Levels: PT,T,N,BN,Derby,Pre-Comp
Go eventing.
This post was updated for clarification of the August 8-9 Fair Hill International H.T. & CCIS.
The more the merrier, right? Online shopping has made more than a few unnecessary purchases possible. Here’s that, plus your latest batch of #EventerProblems:
Haygain is a science driven company with the horse’s health as the primary focus.
We are committed to improving equine health through scientific research, product innovation and consumer education in respiratory and digestive health. Developed by riders, for riders, we understand the importance of clean forage and a healthy stable environment in maintaining the overall well-being of the horse.
Our Haygain hay steamers are recommended by the world’s leading riders, trainers and equine vets and ComfortStall® Sealed Orthopedic Flooring System is used and recommended by leading Veterinary Hospitals, including Cornell University.
EN, meet “hot towel.” It’s truly as simple as it sounds, but no less powerful. Sharon White picked this one up from Torrance Watkins and it’s her go-to grooming tool.
All you need is a towel, warm water and a few drops of Ivory Soap. This is great for when your horse is a little sweaty but doesn’t need a full hose down or when it’s too cold for a full bath. Use this to battle sweat, mud splatters and more! The bonus is that when you’re finished, pop your brushes in for a quick wash.
Flexible Fit Equestrian: Redefining Comfort & Quality at an Affordable Price. Learn more at www.ffequestrian.com.au.
2018 AEC Jr. Beginner Novice champions Ella Robinson and Fernhill Fearless des Terdrix. Photo by Leslie Wylie.
With less than 100 days to go, the 2020 USEA American Eventing Championships are still expected to run as planned August 25-30 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky.
The U.S. Eventing Association and US Equestrian suspension of events will end May 31, 2020, and currently events are expected to be held again starting in June. The USEA in partnership with the Organizing team of Equestrian Events, Inc. (EEI) and Mary Fike are working on best practices to make the championships as safe as possible. With these efforts in place, they have urged potential competitors that the 2020 AEC will be a “new normal.”
“We are lucky to have an outstanding organizing team including EEI and Mary Fike and I am incredibly confident in their ability to reduce risk as much as is possible,” said USEA CEO Rob Burk.
“We have already begun planning how we can host the AEC while carefully following local, state, CDC, and WHO guidance. We have studied the USEF COVID-19 Licensed Competition Action Plan and are incorporating it, and we are applying the WHO risk assessment tool to better prepare over the next several months. This AEC is going to be one for the record books, and it will have its own unique feel. The entire team is sensitive to the fact that this needs to be no less special than every other AEC while at the same time implementing new cautionary measures related to COVID-19.”
At present, no alterations have been made to the qualification criteria, but the USEA Board of Governors is evaluating all potential options. The USEA I.T. Department is collecting data to evaluate how many horses and riders may have lost the opportunity to qualify. The standing qualification window is May 27, 2019 – August 18, 2020.
The USEA has confirmed that any changes would be made in the coming weeks.
“Maintaining the safety of the riders and horses remains paramount, followed by ensuring the highest level of competition,” said Rob. “We are analyzing options to maintain a similar size pool of qualified competitors as in previous years. Currently, over 2,200 riders and 2,500 horses are already qualified to compete. The options on the table to alter qualification include, but aren’t limited to, easing placing requirements, allowing those that qualified in 2019 special dispensation, and/or extending the qualifying period earlier in 2019.”
What do you think, EN? Are you planning to attend the 2020 AEC? Let us know in the comments.
June heralds in the return of equestrian competition and riders are getting creative to ensure safety. Area III Chair Cyndi Kurth passed along an idea from Pat Bunge of Red Roses Farm in Illinois, who drummed up a great way to make sure everyone has enough personal protective gear PLUS a great opportunity for more show swag.
“Bandannas — can be pulled up when not riding, and pulled down when riding. Events could put their logo or a sponsor logo on for their staff/volunteers. Barns could have their own colors.”
What do you think EN?
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Events Opening This Week: Larkin Hill H.T., The Maryland International + Horse Trials, Chattahoochee Hills H.T., and Twin Rivers Summer H.T., Coconino Summer I H.T.
Tuesday News:
Waredaca is evaluating if they can run their spring horse trials on the new date of June 13-14. They need to gauge interest, so if you’re going enter! Do the full entry (minus payment) so they can go forward with state and county approval. [NEW date of June 13 and 14 for Spring Horse Trials]
Have a Sport Horse Nation matchup success story? Send a photo to [email protected] to be an upcoming EN banner ad cover model. Faraway shots are the best as it’s a long, skinny banner ad. This week: just to get the ball rolling, we’ve got a pic of EN editor Leslie Wylie with her SHN perfect pony match-up, Princess. [Sport Horse Nation]
US Equestrian has approved rule change modifications due to COVID-19. CLICK HERE to read through them.
The USEA has issued an update on the 2020 American Eventing Championships. With less than 100 days to go, they are carefully monitoring the situation and plan to hold the event within CDC and WHO recommendations. At this time, no changes have been made to the qualification requirements. [100 Days Until the 2020 AEC]
Last month we told you about the Painted Ponies Art Walk & Auction to the Benefit Carolina Horse Park Foundation. Carolina Horse Park is, of course, a preeminent venue on the Area II eventing calendar and host of approximately 28 weeks of equestrian events each year. Given current health concerns, the Auction will now take place online from Wednesday, June 17, until Saturday, June 20, 2020. On June 1, an Auction Catalog will be available online at www.carolinahorsepark.com, where bidders can learn more about each pony. [Carolina Horse Park]
Tuesday Video:
De sportscholen zijn nog steeds dicht, maar dat betekent niet dat je niet aan je ruiterfitheid kunt werken 🏋️♀️💪 Met een cavalettibalk kun je heel creatief zijn op stal. Voor of na het trainen van je paard, train je zelf ook nog eventjes 😎 Erwin Loomeyer en ik hebben een aantal simpele, effectieve oefeningen voor je op een rij gezet. 1️⃣ Walking lunges: over de A-C lijn met op X 10 seconden rust. Ben je in good shape, dan loop je de hele A-C lijn. Je traint balans.2️⃣ Walking shoulder lift: over de A-C lijn met op X 10 seconden rust. Ben je in good shape, dan loop je de hele A-C lijn. Je traint balans en ritme. 3️⃣ Laterale Jump over: spring van links naar rechts, vooruit en weer achteruit over de cavaletti. 10 seconden rust. Herhaal dit 3 keer. Je traint balans, coördinatie en conditie. 4️⃣ Quick feet: tik met de bal van je voet de bovenkant van de cavaletti balk aan. Houd dit 30 seconden vol. 10 seconden en herhaal 3 keer. De balk mag niet wegrollen. Je traint balans, coördinatie en conditie.Stay fit for you and your horse 💪
Posted by Femke Dölle – Horsemanship & Freestyle on Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Remember when finding (and remembering) your courses was the toughest part of your weekend.. ha.. ha… I’ve never missed them so much! Thank you to photographer Amy Dragoo for keeping me entertained with her fun instagram throwbacks lately.
Sunday Links: National Idaho Day
Sunday Links:
A Timeline of the USEA Intercollegiate Eventing Championships
VIDEO: USEF & USEA Joint Webinar for Eventing: A Safe Return to Competition
Lockdown: cross-country courses may reopen, while vets’ guidance is updated
From Untacked: A Closer Look At GallopNYC
Here’s What Happened When I — a Self-Proclaimed Pragmatist — Called an Animal Communicator
Sunday Video:
We’ve lost count of the weeks and we’re all getting a bit itchy. Do we halt salute at these Xs in the grocery store? Can we wear a shadbelly on our zoom call? These are our completely ludicrous, yet understandable questions, plus more #EventerProblems:
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We are delighted to announce that $218,367 has been raised for the Frangible Technology Fundraiser through the USEA Foundation, the Manton Foundation and the GoFundMe initiative. Now the Manton Foundation has kindly pledged matching donations if we can get to the benchmark of $250,000. In Jon Holling’s update, he explains that they are also expecting another $10,000 donation, so that means we must raise $21,633 before the first horse leaves the start box after quarantine.
The prize of course is increased safety for horses and riders on cross country, but additionally, Jon has said if we can reach this next benchmark that he will get a #FrangibleNow tattoo. Leslie Wylie seems to think this might be a bad idea, but I for one think this will be a flattering addition to his ribcage.
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