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Volunteer Nation: 9 Events That Need Your Help This Weekend

By on Sep 10, 2020 11:00 am -

You never know who might be watching the next time you’re out on a cross country course. Take this example, captured by Amy Dragoo at the Fair Hill Starter Trials last weekend – none other than Tim Gardner, a longtime supporter of the sport as an owner, breeder, and volunteer along with his wife Nina. Thank you for all you do, Tim and Nina! Our sport is better because of you.

If you’d like to get out and help this weekend, there are plenty of positions still available at the events listed below. Happy volunteering!

We’ve compiled some resources on volunteering with COVID-19 regulations in mind. We’ll reference this list each week in Volunteer Nation, so take a few moments to familiarize yourself with what’s new and different.

COVID-19 Resources for Eventers
Volunteers Adapt to the New Normal
Volunteers Weigh In on New COVID-19 Protocols

As always, you can earn merit points when you donate your time through the USEA’s Volunteer Incentive Program. Registering to volunteer through EventingVolunteers.com makes it easy and seamless to both find a job and shift as well as learn what your role will entail.

Event: Blue Ridge Mountain H.T.
Dates: Friday, September 11 through Sunday, September 13
Address: 4066 Pea Ridge Road, Mill Spring, NC, 28756
Positions Available: Dressage Ring Steward, Dressage Score Runner, Dressage Scribe, Dressage Warm-up, Sector Steward, XC Crossing Marshal, XC Jump Judge, Dressage In-Gate, Dressage Lead, Hospitality Assistant, Volunteer Check In, SJ Scribe, SJ Warm-up, XC Crossing Marshal, XC Jump Videographer, XC Warm-up, SJ Timer

Event: CDCTA Fall H.T.
Dates: Saturday, September 12 through Sunday, September 13
Address: 927 Kimble Rd, Berryville , VA, 22611
Positions Available: General Event Prep, XC Jump Judge, Temperature/Waiver Checker, SJ Jump Crew

Event: Florida Horse Park Ocala Eventing Series September H.T.
Dates: Thursday, September 10 through Sunday, September 13
Address: 11008 S Highway 475, Ocala, FL, 34480
Positions Available: XC Decorator, Dressage Bit Check, Dressage Check-in, XC Jump Judge, XC Score Runner, XC Start Timer, XC Warm-up

Event: Flying Cross Farm H.T.
Dates: Thursday, September 10 through Sunday, September 13
Address: 9500 West Hwy 42 , Goshen, KY, 40026
Positions Available: Safety Assistant, Event Takedown – SJ, SJ Jump Crew, General Help

Event: GMHA September H.T.
Dates: Friday, September 11 through Sunday, September 13
Address: 5491 South Road, South Woodstock, VT, 05071
Positions Available: Parking Steward, Dressage Steward, Score Runner, SJ Warm-up, XC Jump Judge

Event: Otter Creek Fall H.T.
Dates: Friday, September 11 through Sunday, September 13
Address: E5847 1170th Ave, Wheeler, WI, 54772
Positions Available: SJ Jump Crew, XC Jump Judge, SJ Warm-up

Event: The Fall Event at Skyline H.T.
Dates: Thursday, September 10 through Sunday, September 13
Address: 995 W 1000 S, Mount Pleasant, UT, 84647
Positions Available: Event Prep – Dressage, Volunteer Check-In & Information, Dressage Announcer, Dressage Bit Check, Dressage In Gate, Dressage Score Runner, Dressage Scribe, Event Takedown – Dressage, Office Help, XC Jump Judge, Event Prep – SJ, Event Takedown – SJ, SJ In Gate, SJ Jump Crew, SJ Scribe, SJ Timer, SJ Warm-up

Event: Stone Gate Farm H.T.
Dates: Friday, September 11 through Sunday, September 13
Address: 31407 Schneider Rd, Hanoverton, OH, 44423
Positions Available: General Event Prep, XC Decorator, Greeter, FEH Scorer, XC Jump Judge, XC Starter Scribe, XC Warm-up, Floater, Health Steward, SJ Out Gate, Scorers

Other Events That Need Volunteers:

9/12 & 9/13 volunteers for dressage, show jumping and cross country… time to show yourselves!!!

Posted by Flora Lea Farm LLC on Tuesday, September 8, 2020

Eventers Rarin’ to Go for The West’s First COVID-era FEI Competition

By on Sep 10, 2020 9:00 am -

Andrea Baxter and Laguna Seca. Photo by Kim Miller.

After a long delay, the international eventing season roars back to life on the West Coast with the Twin Rivers Fall International Sept. 17-20 in Coastal Central California’s Paso Robles.

The region’s many upper level riders are excited to get back in the hunt for FEI qualifying scores and pairs of all levels are hot to strut their stuff. The competition will also host Advanced through Intro and Future Event Horse and Young Event Horse levels.

Having undergone intensified upgrades before what would have been the inaugural Spring International CCI4*-L in April, the Baxter family’s beautiful, 500-acre venue is readier than ever to welcome competitors from far and wide.

Before COVID-19 shut the country down in early March, exhibitors at the Twin Rivers Winter Horse Trials in late February glimpsed some of those upgrades. Highlights include new Advanced to Preliminary courses designed by Hugh Lochore and brought to life by the Baxters’ earth-moving miracles. There’s the Quarry, the Flyover, Jeff’s Hot Tub and the Palm Tree and Twin Ponds water complexes, plus other new adventures spread over varied terrain. New frangible table fences, compliments of the of USEA Foundation grants for this purpose, are another addition.

Lochore, of Great Britain, is also designing the Advanced to Preliminary tracks for September while Adri Doyle of Texas is handling the Intro through Training routes. Jose Nava of California is on design duty in the show jumping arena surrounded by picturesque vineyards in the heart of Central California wine country.

The September International offer qualifiers for the USEA Future Event Horse West Coast Championships and The Dutta Corp. USEA Young Event Horse West Coast Championships. This special showcase for young horses will be hosted by Twin Rivers on Oct. 23-24. An unrated one-day event is slated for Sunday, Oct. 24, and a new, rated Horse Trials is pending approval on Nov. 13-15.

New Ways To Shine

The smooth running of Twin Rivers’ Summer Horse Trials in July demonstrated the dedication of all involved to complying with the new normal of wearing facemasks while unmounted, maintaining social distancing and other safety measures.

Twin Rivers is owned by the Baxter family and operated with the attitude that all exhibitors, organizers, officials and volunteers are part of that family. In “normal” times, the attitude manifests at the friendly Twin Rivers bar and gathering area in the middle of the property. In these not-so-normal times, it manifests as extreme care toward keeping everyone safe, happy and able to continue pursuing their passion for equestrian sports.

“Our staff, officials, exhibitors and volunteers all have the same priority,” says organizer Connie Baxter. “We want to enjoy our horses, our friends and our sport and do everything possible to keep everybody safe. It is a pleasure to welcome all back to our property and to have them join in our efforts to host world class equestrian competition.”

In March, the Twin Rivers team earned high praise from visiting Erik Duvander, US Eventing Performance Director. “Every time I come to Twin Rivers, I’m noticing the amount of work. They are constantly upping the game here.” That has continued during the coronavirus lull in competition, benefitting all West Coast exhibitors.

Although USEF and local COVID-prevention safety protocols bar spectators from attending, Ride On Video will live stream throughout the weekend. Livestream sponsorships are available for coverage that will be widely seen by those interested in how horse/riders pairs out West are performing after the long break.

As part of the Twin Rivers Ranch season, The Fall International is made possible by generous sponsors: Presenting sponsors include Professional’s Choice, manufacturers of sports medicine boots for equine athletes; Auburn Labs, manufacturers of the adaptogenic APF Formula for horses, people and dogs; Ride On Video, horse trials videographer; and Get Away RV Rentals, the Central Coast’s preferred RV rental service thanks to its personalized care, service and high quality fleet.

Supporting sponsors include Riding Warehouse, the horse gear and apparel supplier; and Best Western PLUS Black Oak, which offers exclusive discounts for exhibitors.

For additional sponsorship opportunities, contact Christina Gray of Gray Area Events at [email protected].

Volunteers Get Front Row Seats!

Volunteers are critical to the Fall International’s success and the experience is a great entrée to the sport, even for those without prior experience. Hours equal credit toward schooling at Twin Rivers or Horse Trials entries, and inclusion in year-end volunteer raffle and prize pack drawings.

To sign-up, visit EventingVolunteers.com.

Thursday News & Notes from Taylor Harris Insurance Services (THIS)

By on Sep 10, 2020 12:03 am -

An old man teaching a young whippersnapper. Photo by Kate Samuels.

Yesterday I used my most experienced 19-year-old champion, Nyls, to help me teach a young gelding about adventures. I’m so lucky to have literally thousands of acres to use for my hacking, and rivers, dirt roads, cows, people on bikes, dogs, and all sorts of other stuff for them to learn about. A great way to get going with that is ponying, so after a few lessons on ground work with a rope halter, off we went! I took them across the river and around one very large field, and the baby horse had his mind blown, but was very brave!

U.S. Weekend Preview:

Blue Ridge Mountain H.T. at TIEC: [Website][Entries] [Ride Times]

CDCTA Fall H.T.: [Website] [Entries]

Flora Lea Fall H.T.: [Website] [Entries]

Flying Cross Farm H.T.: [Website] [Entries]

GMHA Summer H.T.: [Website] [Entries] [Ride Times]

Ocala Summer H.T.: [Website] [Entries] [Ride Times]

Otter Creek Fall H.T.: [Website] [Entries]

The Event at Skyline: [Website] [Entries]

Stone Gate Farm H.T.: [Website] [Entries]

News From Around the Globe:

Deonte Sewell just landed a job at Phillip Dutton’s barn, and he’s ready to show the world just how far he can go. Just a few years ago, Deonte didn’t even know that black riders could be upper level eventers, until he saw Randy Ward competing at Fair Hill. After that, he decided to give his dreams of the Olympics in this sport free rein. His story is nothing short of inspiring. [Pursuing Greater Representation in Eventing]

Karen O’Connor, the legend, the myth, the woman. Thoughts and reflections on a storied career, how she got her start, the struggles of breaking into the elite group of competitors in the early ages of Eventing, and her regrets from a life heartily lived. [KOC: Reflections & Regrets of an Eventing Superstar]

With so many events cancelled this year, it’s nice to see that the Waredaca Three Day Event is still on the calendar. One of the last remaining long format competitions, they boast Preliminary, Training, and Novice three day events with all the old bells and whistles. Along with tons of education along the way, you’ll get to experience roads and tracks, and steeplechase, finally! Conditioning for this competition is different though, and you’ll need to plan accordingly if you want to go. [Training Tips for a Long Format Event]

Would you like to get your hands on Amerigo’s new safety stirrups? Our friends at World Equestrian Brands are giving a pair away FREE. The best part? They come in an array of colors, perfect for eventers. The raffle ends Friday, September 11th at midnight. [Fab Freebie: Win a Pair of Amerigo’s New Safety Stirrups]

In times like these, it’s good to know that there is certainty somewhere. You’ll never have to worry about protecting your horse with Taylor Harris Insurance Services on your side. They take care of many of the top level event horses you see galloping around cross country, and they know exactly how to soothe your fears when it comes to protecting your best friend. [Request a Quote]

 

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Wednesday Video from Kentucky Performance Products: Ride for the Win with Lainey Ashker

By on Sep 9, 2020 5:00 pm -

 

Sometimes I like to use helmet cam videos as an educational tool, sharpening my eye and testing my ability to spot a stride through the grainy ebb of a little rectangle on my screen. Sometimes I like to use them for entertainment and a bit of feel-good inspiration. And sometimes, every once in a great while, I get very lucky indeed and find a video that serves both purposes admirably. More often than not, they seem to come from the camera of Lainey Ashker.

Lainey’s helmet cams are a firm favourite because not only does she get an awful lot right, she’s also incredibly positive and effusive as she goes round, heartily praising her horses for everything they get right, from being brave at a spooky BN fence to bossing a tough combination on an FEI course.

Today’s video is an extra treat, as it features the much-loved Call Him Paddy on his way to winning the Open Intermediate at Five Points Horse Trials over the weekend. We’re delighted to see him on top form ahead of his three-star run at Unionville — and it’s evident from watching the video that Lainey’s pretty pleased, too.

A disclaimer: sometimes, your horse gives you SUCH a super feeling over a fence that a cheeky little F-bomb sneaks out without warning. That happens to Lainey in this vid, and while we find it wholly relatable and charming to boot, we know that some of you might not — particularly if you’re sneaking a watch during a work Zoom call. It appears as they jump out of the water complex, if you want to do some swift volume-adjusting.

Go Lainey and Patrick, and Go Eventing!
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Centered Riding Instructor Diversity Scholarship Offered for 2021

By on Sep 9, 2020 3:00 pm -

Founded by the late Sally Swift, the principles of Centered Riding approach are founded on imagery, horse and rider biomechanics, and elements from the martial arts using functional anatomy, imagery, horse and rider biomechanics, and elements from the martial arts as tools to improve the balance and effectiveness of the rider. Some would say she was ahead of her time.

Image via Centered Riding.

Centered Riding® Inc. is proud to announce the launch of a Centered Riding Instructor Diversity Scholarship for 2021, sponsored by Susan E. Harris, a Senior Centered Riding Level IV Clinician, and Secretary of the CR Board of Trustees.

The goal of the Centered Riding Diversity Scholarship is to create more robust opportunities for riding instructors who are Black, Indigenous and/or Persons of Color to train and certify as Centered Riding Instructors. These groups of people are significantly under-represented in equestrian sport and in the horse industry.

“The new Centered Riding Diversity Scholarship truly reflects the values of Centered Riding founder Sally Swift, who passed away in 2009. Sally was a visionary who practiced inclusion and embraced diversity in all aspects of her life and work,” said Peggy Brown, President of the Centered Riding Board of Trustees, and a Centered Riding Level IV Clinician. “In the 1980s, during Centered Riding’s early growth and development, Sally selected two Black women, Saundra Code Cabell and Ruth Labbe, to be her apprentices, and thus join the first cadre of qualified CR Instructors.”

The Centered Riding Diversity Scholarship will provide up to $1,500 to cover the instructor’s clinic fees for the initial qualifying two- or three-day Open Centered Riding Clinic and for the seven-day Centered Riding Instructor Certification Course. In 2021, the Centered Riding Instructor Diversity Scholarship will be awarded to a U.S.-based riding instructor who is Black, Indigenous and/or a Person of Color. The riding instructor may be a practitioner in any equestrian discipline.

“I am very pleased to be the sponsor of the 2021 Centered Riding Diversity Scholarship – the first-ever of its kind,” said Susan Harris, who has sponsored the Scholarship. “People who are Black, Indigenous and/or Persons of Color have long been under-represented in the equestrian world. I hope this scholarship will help empower them to advance in education and training, professional development and recognition in the horse industry, and to teach others.

“My hope, too, is that the Centered Riding Diversity Scholarship will continue in future years, beyond 2021, and that it will be available in other countries, as well as in the United States,” Harris added.

To apply for the Centered Riding 2021 Diversity Scholarship, individuals must meet requirements for the Centered Riding Instructor Course in the United States, and for the Scholarship, as follows:

  • be at least 18 years old;
  • be from North America;
  • be Black, Indigenous and/or a Person of Color;
  • be a safe, experienced riding instructor (in any equestrian discipline);
  • be able to ride a horse at the walk, trot and canter in a group; and
  • read and accept the terms of the Centered Riding Instructor Course.
  • Preference will be given to candidates who will use their Centered Riding training and qualifications to introduce to horses and equestrian sport riders who are Black, Indigenous and/or Persons of Color, and/or to support such riders in advancing in equestrian sport and in the horse industry.

Interested persons may download the 2021 CR Diversity Scholarship information package and application form here.

Applicants may send their completed applications to:

Centered Riding Instructor Diversity Scholarship
c/o Centered Riding Inc.
One Regency Drive
PO Box 30=
Bloomfield, CT 06002

The Centered Riding Office must receive Scholarship applications no later than November 1, 2020. The Scholarship recipient will be notified during the first week of January 2021.

Anyone who wishes to support the Centered Riding Instructor Diversity Scholarship Fund may make a donation via the Centered Riding website or by contacting the Centered Riding Office at [email protected]. Centered Riding Inc. is a 501 c-3 non-profit organization; donations are tax deductible in the U.S.A.

Life of Mike Winter Honored With New Jump at IEA H.T.

By on Sep 9, 2020 1:00 pm -

The new Mike Winter Wedge on course at IEA H.T.. Photo courtesy of Liz Messaglia.

The eventing community lost a light last April when Mike Winter lost his courageous battle against ALS. An active supporter of eventing and former Area VIII and USEA Board of Governors member, Mike will forever be remembered as a true servant of the sport. In memorial of Mike and his legacy, and in homage to his hometown event run by the Indiana Eventing Association, a new jump at IEA Horse Trials was unveiled at the event last month.

Mike was heavily involved in many facets of eventing, but poured a large chunk of his passion into Hoosier Horse Park, the site of the 1987 Pan American Games where the eventing team took gold. He was a part of the team that helped turn vision into reality, transforming the Games site into an eventing venue that all could enjoy.

A community fundraising effort collected enough money to build a new brush chevron fence, dubbed the Mike Winter Wedge, for the Modified cross country course. It was Mike’s wife, Rhonda, who selected the jump designer and course designer Rob Mobley brought the vision to life.

“Mike would have loved the intimidating skinny brush wedge, which was sufficiently scary and definitely the coolest fence on the course,” Indiana Eventing Association president Liz Messaglia told EN. She then tells us of the dedication ceremony held, a party she’s sure he would have loved to attend.

The Mike Winter Wedge at Hoosier Horse Park. Photo courtesy of Liz Messaglia.

“Mike’s friends, family and fellow eventers shared their favorite Mike stories, from his hard work and vision that lead to the creation of the cross country courses at the Hoosier Horse Park for the inaugural IEA event in 1988 with fences and terrain still in use today … winning the USEA Governor’s Cup in 2013 and Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018, to his ‘unique’ braiding techniques,” she wrote. “A rousing game of Blind Man’s Bluff Poker was played in his honor and no one cheated, we think.”

Mike first became enamored with the sport of eventing in similar fashion to many of us: with a trip to what was then known as the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event. From that moment on, neither he nor Rhonda looked back as they embarked on the eventing journey of their lives. Mike will forever be remembered for his contributions to the sport and for his epitomization of the amateur rider: someone who falls in love so deeply with a sport that they spend the rest of their life improving it for and sharing it with others. It’s only fitting, then, that he be best remembered on a cross country course.

“Mike would have been proud as the jump rode beautifully – no one wanted to be THE ONE who fell off at Mike’s fence as he would have been so disappointed!” Liz wrote. “We miss you Mike.”

Take 5 with Phillip, Presented by Equilume: Wonderful Woodburn

By on Sep 9, 2020 11:25 am -

We’re back to throwing it back on a Thursday, one of our favorite features. Today we want to remember a very special…

Posted by Phillip Dutton Eventing on Thursday, August 27, 2020

It was hard to miss the striking chestnut gelding as he effortlessly floated across the Kentucky Bluegrass at the 2010 Alltech World Equestrian Games. I remember Woodburn being later in the order of go, and I turned to watch the television showing the live feed in the booth we were shopping in the trade fair. We’d spent the whole day out on cross country after pulling an all-nighter to drive from St. Louis on a last minute WEG whim. I was mesmerized by the rhythm of the New Zealand Thoroughbred gelding – it had to be one of the most memorable gallops I’d ever seen.

Sadly, Phillip’s time with Woodburn was cut short when the gelding was euthanized following acute internal bleeding. Just over a year past his top 20 finish at the World Equestrian Games, his star was extinguished.

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But his memory and legacy lives on, and Woodburn is still one of our favorites to revisit even today. After being imported from New Zealand by Liz Millikin, Phillip eventually acquired the ride with the help of owners Jess and Sharon Sweeley, Annie Jones, and Maddy Fawcett. “I loved the horse from the first time I sat on him and thought he had the makings of a world-class horse,” he recalled on his Hall of Fame web page.

Phillip and Woodburn collected a slew of admirable placings (10th in his then-CCI4* debut at Kentucky in 2008, 12th in 2009, 2nd in 2010). “I have no doubt that I will never ride a better cross-country horse in my life,” Phillip told The Chronicle after the gelding’s passing.

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Who Jumped It Best? Course Brook Farm Novice Edition

By on Sep 9, 2020 9:00 am -

We love showcasing events from all around the country, and Course Brook Farm is the latest in our Who Jumped It Best? series, with photos generously provided by Joan Davis of Flatlandsfoto. Don’t forget to support your show photographers – if you rode at Course Brook last weekend, you can view and order your photos here.

Located in Sherborn, Massachusetts in Area I, Course Brook Farm plays host to recognized events, schooling shows, and clinics year round. With cross country courses through Preliminary, riders have a wide array of choices when it comes to competing. It’s a family farm that started off in the dairy industry in the 1920s, making the transition to horses over time.

The Horse Trials came about as a sensible option, and Course Brook has also expanded into a full service boarding and training operation for riders of all levels. To learn more about Course Brook Farm, click here.

And now, here are a smattering of Novice riders for you to select from for this latest edition of Who Jumped It Best? Remember: you want to vote for the pair that presents the best overall picture caught in a moment of time. Best of luck to all!

Emma Armstrong and Newman:

Emma Armstrong and Newman. Photo courtesy of Joan Davis/Flatlandsfoto.

Gabriellia Chevalier and Chambersburg Pike:

Gabriellia Chevalier and Chambersburg Pike. Photo courtesy of Joan Davis/Flatlandsfoto.

Barrett D’Orio and Sweepstakes:

Barrett D’Orio and Sweepstakes. Photo courtesy of Joan Davis/Flatlandsfoto.

Fiona Hazel and Menue Rendezvous:

Fiona Hazel and Menue Rendezvous. Photo courtesy of Joan Davis/Flatlandsfoto.

Kathryn Rhatigan and Concarena Z:

Kathryn Rhatigan and Concarena Z. Photo courtesy of Joan Davis/Flatlandsfoto.

Cadence Theroux and Hot Toddy:

Cadence Theroux and Hot Toddy. Photo courtesy of Joan Davis/Flatlandsfoto.

Wednesday News & Notes from Ecovet

By on Sep 9, 2020 12:01 am -

Stephanie Kallstrom and Tigger. Photo by Arinn Westendorf.

I was lucky enough to “meet” Stephanie Kallstrom this week through our mutual membership in an Equestrians of Color Facebook group. Stephanie proudly shared her photo with us, and I’ll let her do the talking on the perspective behind it:

“In the horse world we need to embrace change, inclusion and diversity,” Stephanie said. “As horse people we can relate to our one commonality is which is the love for horses. This picture is taken on my homebred 10 year old Oldenburg gelding. He is a show horse a hunter most specifically and has never in his life carried a flag. This picture represents how proud I am to be the no longer silent black equestrians, my gratitude for those who are taking anti racism education seriously and who wholeheartedly care about other human beings and equality.”

U.S. Weekend Preview:

Blue Ridge Mountain H.T. at TIEC: [Website][Entries] [Ride Times]

CDCTA Fall H.T.: [Website] [Entries]

Flora Lea Fall H.T.: [Website] [Entries]

Flying Cross Farm H.T.: [Website] [Entries]

GMHA Summer H.T.: [Website] [Entries] [Ride Times]

Ocala Summer H.T.: [Website] [Entries] [Ride Times]

Otter Creek Fall H.T.: [Website] [Entries]

The Event at Skyline: [Website] [Entries]

Stone Gate Farm H.T.: [Website] [Entries]

Wednesday News & Notes:

The Kentucky Derby has come and gone, but our continuing education on the history of Black riders and trainers in racing as well as the effects of racism has only just begun. While much has been done, work still remains on bringing racing more to its roots and giving the exposure and respect that Black horsewomen and men deserve. This two-part series, “Racism In Racing”, is a great read for anyone looking for insight on the past, present, and future of the industry.

The International Olympic Committee and International Federations have released a webinar series dedicated to gender equality across Olympic disciplines. These sessions will tackle topics such as “leadership (governance, coaches and technical officials), safeguarding, and removing gender bias from all aspects of portrayal”, according to the program description. Learn more about this and other gender equality initiatives here.

“We need to talk about breasts.” I absolutely loved this article by Noa Leibson for The Plaid Horse addressing the need for taboo removal when it comes to our bodies. The reality is that every rider has a unique body, and conversations about how to best use that body for equestrian sport should never be considered taboo. Have a read here.

Bucks County Horse Park still has some openings for those wanting to compete in its Friday Evening Eventing series. Entries are due today by noon E.T. for consideration. [2020 Friday Evening Eventing]

Would you like to get your hands on Amerigo’s new safety stirrups? Our friends at World Equestrian Brands are giving a pair away FREE. The best part? They come in an array of colors, perfect for eventers. The raffle ends Friday, September 11th at midnight. [Fab Freebie: Win a Pair of Amerigo’s New Safety Stirrups]

California is in the throes of wildfire season, which means a lot of displaced or otherwise affected animals need our help. Many eventers have been affected by the fires burning in both northern and southern California – anyone local who may be able to assist with temporary animal care and housing can contact their local Humane Society or animal rescue for ways to help.

Access Copperline Equestrian and Holling Eventing have teamed up to offer an eventing camp in Ocala, October 27 through November 1. The camp will include riding sessions, ground work, lectures and demos, as well as coaching at the Rocking Horse Horse Trials following the camp. This is a great opportunity for anyone seeking an immersive learning experience. Click here to see more information.

Caroline Martin has fine tuned her final phase with the help of show jumping legend Anne Kursinski. From adjusting her eye to get closer to the base to using driving reins, here are some takeaways Caroline shared with Nöelle Floyd on improving jumping.

Wednesday Video: Here’s Johnny! Elisa Wallace’s five-star partner, Simply Priceless, was out to stretch his legs in a recent Advanced CT at Florida Horse Park. Check out their rides in Elisa’s vlog:

Ecovet is an entirely different type of fly spray … and you apply it to your horse in a different way, too. With fly season upon us, we’re sharing some tips for how to best apply Ecovet:

Tip Tuesday Video from Horseware: Courtney Cooper on the Sales Process

By on Sep 8, 2020 5:00 pm -

Courtney Cooper knows a thing or two about selling horses. Through her successful sales operation, C Square Farm, Courtney is well-known for providing quality sales and consignment services to clients around the world.

We’re in luck over the coming weeks, as Courtney has done a three-part video series on the horse sales process and what to expect. Covering things such as pre-purchase exams, negotiations, to what to expect during a sales visit, Courtney provides some valuable insight as a professional that buyers and sellers alike can benefit from.

We’ll be sharing this series each Tuesday over the next two weeks, so stay tuned for more.