Jump decorations at Fair Hill. Photo credit: Mi Madre, Kathy.
With the three day this weekend and only a few events left, the season is wrapping up. While this might be time for a break from the intense daily grind, it certainly isn’t a break from the planning. With the new year just around the corner, it is time to begin finalizing plans for those of you who head south. In fact, Facebook suggests that some people have already migrated south. For those who stay at their home base for the winter, enjoy the relaxing time! And those who are like me (balancing traveling back and forth to the south with school) just turn your brain off and avoid. One way or another things work out, right?
So for those who plan ahead, make sure you check out the 2012 provisional competition schedule HERE.
The Burgie Three Day Event has run it’s final three day event in 2011. Due to low entries the event can simply not afford to keep going despite dedicated sponsors. This past year saw only 25 entries in one international division due to suspected high fuel costs. The low entries caused all of the reserve funds to be used. Fortunately, Balcarres Castle Fife will host the CCI classes from Burgie. This event will occur on the same dates. [Burgie cancelled]
Keeping on the theme of planning… 2012 Rolex Kentucky tickets are now on sale! Hurry up and order to ensure the best seats possible. [Rolex tickets]
The GMHA Cross Country upgrade project has some exciting new developments. Thanks to businesses and individuals who want to see the event continue as a premiere event, exciting new developments are taking place. A new water complex will be reveled in the future. The ditch complex will be rebuilt. In addition several individually sponsored fenced will be designed. There is still plenty of sponsorship opportunities available. [GMHA upgrade]
Electrolytes and Ulcers: Is there a link? [Find out]
The International Eventing Forum will take place on Febuary 6, 2012. This is welcome to all. However you will have to travel to the UK…
[IEF 2012] [IEF website]
Many of you probably remember this talented grey from the WEG. But did you catch a glimpse of his shoes? This is a seriously facinating blog entry. Well worth the read. I’ve never seen some of these types of shoes. Does anyone have experience with any of them? Like the one that is dome shapped for lateral work? [The Hoof Blog]
I’ve mentioned her a few times, but this is some big news. Silva Martin’s student, Ashlea, is headed to Germany! After a last minute call, Ashlea has been asked to represent Australia in Germany at the FEI Young Riders World Cup Final. Best of luck Ashlea! [Germany bound]
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And now for the talent Spanish grey…
