Swimming pools ftw. Photo by Kate Samuels.
Today I am on my way to my hands down favorite event of the year, Carolina International. It’s just a short five hours from my house, but I feel like I’ve already missed so much with the record three whole days of dressage. That just goes to show you how popular this event is! I’m also totally excited to see the Ian Stark 3* course. While I’m only running the Intermediate, I’ve been dying to have a go at one of his courses for years now, but he’s only been available on the west coast, so this will be a delight. Nyls prepared for the weekend in his usual way, by spending an inordinate amount of time standing in the river up to his belly and taking deep breaths. I think it’s horse meditation.
U.S. Weekend Preview:
Carolina International CIC & H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Schedule] [Ride Times] [Live Scores] [Live Feed]
Poplar Place Farm CIC & H.T. [Website] [Entry Status]
Stable View Winter II H.T. [Website] [Live Scores]
MeadowCreek Park H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times]
News From Around the Globe:
Ryan Wood helped make Powell’s debut at the 3* level a successful one, leading after day one of dressage at Carolina International. The 10-year-old gelding has a background in dressage before his career with Ryan, so the first phase comes naturally to him. The plan is to have competent rounds in the jumping phases, setting him up for an educational CCI3* later in the season. Jessica Phoenix on Bentley’s Best stepped into second place and Buck Davidson had a good ride on The Apprentice for provisional third. Keep coming back for more updates as the next two days unfold. [Carolina International Day One]
Want more photos from Carolina International CIC3*? Your wish is my command. [USEA Gallery, Day 1]
You know you want to read George Morris’ autobiography. Jumper Nation has gone ahead and given you a little sneak peak, in case you were on the fence about the endeavor. My favorite quote is “I’m a genius in my field….when it comes to my profession, I know I’m a genius”. Head on over to get the full goods. [Jumper Nation]
How well do you know Captain Mark Phillips? Horse & Hound has a wonderful new series called the “Eventing Geek Quiz”, and since we all know that Eventers are geeks for random facts, this seems perfect. Take the test and find out just how clever you are! [Mark Phillips Eventing Geek Quiz]
You know those creepy soft finger looking things that are on the bottom of foal feet? Yeah, they’re technically called “eponychium”, not soft creepy finger things. They serve to protect the uterus as the foal is born, and disappear within 24 hours. Horse Nation has the in depth story on these weird little things. [What The Muck is That]
Does your horse have an inspiring story about coming back from a serious injury or illness? OCD Pellets wants to hear all about it! Send in your rehab to [email protected]for a chance to win an OCD prize pack (2-month supply of OCD Pellets, 1-month supply of COS Canine, and an OCD Pellets hat and T-shirt). Entries close Monday, May 2, 2016, and the story that receives the most views on EN will win. [Contest Details]
KER ClockIt™ Session of the Week – Spring Conditioning
This week’s KER ClockIt™ Sport session illustrates a horse’s first day of conditioning sets for this season. The rider started the session as she and her horse were walking over to the rolling field. She reports the first canter set was faster than normal because her horse felt fit and raring to go! Between being the warmest day of the year so far at 77 degrees F and having some winter coat left, her horse was foamy after the session.
Tired of interminable trot sets? Using KER ClockIt Sport to record your rides not only gives valuable insights into your horse’s fitness, but now you can also win a great prize! Share your ClockIt sessions for a chance to win the KER and Eventing Nation Share Your Sessions Sweepstakes. For more information, visit the website.
