Some exciting news for the next generation of eventing stars: The Howden Way is officially partnering with the Defender Burghley Horse Trials!
Launched in 2022 by David Howden CBE, The Howden Way is a forward-thinking training, coaching, and development program designed to support riders and horses at every stage. Burghley will spotlight all three pillars of the program—the Talent Academy, Young Horse Academy, and the Thoroughbred Aftercare Programme (TAP)—through a variety of activations across the event.
Look for a main arena masterclass featuring Kylie Roddy and horses from the Young Horse Academy on Friday, a special course walk for Talent Academy riders, and a deep dive into the TAP initiative on the Insights Stage with Lucy Jackson.
U.S. Weekend Preview
The Maryland International CCI & H.T. (MD): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
Twin Rivers Summer H.T. (CA): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring] [Volunteer]
Bouckaert Equestrian H.T. (GA): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Cross Country App XC Maps] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
Inavale Farm H.T. (OR): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring] [Volunteer]
Larkin Hill H.T. (NY): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
Full Moon Farm Aloha H.T. & YEH (MD): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Cross Country App XC Maps] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
Links & Reading
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Why The F-Bomb Might Just Improve Your Riding
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How to Start Your Career as a Pro Groom
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Scenes from Friday at Maryland International / USEF Eventing Young Rider Championships!
