Hey guys, what’s new? The Eventing Nation mobile command center is on the way to Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia for the American Eventing Championships. Let’s jump right into answers to all of the questions you have never asked about Georgia and the AECs.
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What do you know about Georgia?
Georgia is a small country in the South Caucasus region of Eurasia. It’s population is 4.7 million, it was formerly part of the Soviet Union, and it is now bordered on the north by Russia, to the south by Turkey, and the west by the Black Sea.
No, I mean the state.
Right. Georgia was the last of the 13 colonies to be established. It is named after King George II of Great Britain. It is the largest state east of the Mississippi in terms of land area. Its flag includes two red and one white bars and the state coat of arms which was taken from the state seal.
There are seals in Georgia?
Probably a few in zoos, but seals are not a native animal to Georgia. Native animals to Georgia include the American Alligator, the Florida Worm Lizard, the Worm Snake, and many more. Also, a few wild horses who are the descendants of formerly domesticated horses still live in Georgia.
Do horses compete in Georgia, perhaps in some championship of American eventing?
I’m glad you asked! Yes, the American Eventing Championships (AECs) are being held in Georgia this weekend. The AECs are the USEA championships for beginner novice through advanced. The AECs are a destination event with a fabulous group of sponsors, including tons of Eventing Nation sponsors such as SmartPak, World Equestrian Brands, Omega Alpha, Point Two, Cavalor, FLAIR, and more. Interestingly enough, presenting sponsor Bit of Britain’s owner, John Nunn, is competing at the event this weekend. There are over 500 horses competing this weekend and we are all very grateful that Carl Bouckaert has offered his beautiful farm at Chattahoochee Hills to be used for the AECs. The event is only possible with the help of scores of volunteers who travel from all over the country to be involved.
Anything else you want to shamelessly plug Ricky Bobby?
Coca-Cola is better than Pepsi. Duh.
What’s the schedule for the AECs?
Thursday: Training, prelim, intermediate, advanced dressage
Friday: Beginner novice, novice dressage
Training, prelim, intermediate, advanced XC
Saturday: Training, prelim, intermediate, advanced show jumping
Beginner novice, novice XC
Sunday: Beginner novice, novice show jumping
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Ok Al Roker.
One last thing, if you are going to the AECs, point your GPS to 10045 Cedar Grove Rd., Fairburn, GA 30213.
What if I get lost in Georgia?
For God’s sake do not get lost in Georgia.
