A Modified jump that represents dedication and generosity from the Area VIII community.
Heads up, Area VIII! Hunters Run Horse Trials has been approved to run its first-ever Modified division this August. The brand-new course—complete with freshly built jumps and rolling Metamora hills—will debut alongside dressage and show jumping at nearby Rattlewood Farms. Entries are open now and you can learn more here.
U.S. Weekend Preview
Shepherd Ranch Pony Club H.T. II (CA): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring] [Volunteer]
Hoosier H.T. (IN): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring] [Volunteer]
Revel Run H.T. (MI): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring]
River Glen Summer H.T. (TN): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring]
Bayou Gulch H.T. (CO): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
Olney Farm H.T. (MD): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring] [Volunteer]
Major International Events
NAF Five Star International Hartpury H.T. / British Championships (UK): [Website] [Entries/Timing/Scoring] [H&C+ Live Stream]
News & Reading
What can I build on now? That’s one question USEA EA21 coach Emily Mastervich wanted her riders to be thinking about during the first day of lessons at the West coast Regional Clinic held at Twin Rivers in Paso Robles, CA. “I told these guys I was really hoping to pass along some of the years of knowledge that I have dealing with all types of horses,” Emily said. “You can really tailor things to helping the horses develop their weaknesses without picking on them, so we did quite a lot of that today.” You can read more from the first day’s report here.
It’s time for the Mongol Derby rider roll-call! We have a few eventers (as expected, because we’re just as insane as anyone out there) on the list and a whole roster of experienced horsewomen and horsemen — including one VERY familiar face by the name of Michael Pollard — ready to tackle the Mongolian Steppes starting on August 4. Meet the riders here.
4* eventer Kaylawna Smith-Cook stopped by the Practical Horseman Podcast to share her insights on balancing motherhood and running a professional program, what she’s learned from her superstar mom, Tamie Smith, and what matters the most to her in terms of horse training philosophy. Listen to the episode here.
Sponsor Corner: Virginia Horse Center Foundation
What’s the deal with doing a 2*-L? Virginia Horse Center’s fall event offers Long formats for developmental levels, and it’s a great test of your fitness and skill as you look to continue up the levels. In the video above, get some insight from top coach and 5* rider Sharon White as she walks the 2* track last year with her students. If you’re aiming for a Long format this fall, look no further than VHC Eventing for your competitive needs. The fall event takes place October 30-November 2, and entries open on September 16. Click here to bookmark the omnibus listing.
Video Break
Preview the work of course designer Pierre Michelet as the track for Les 5 Ètoiles de Pau takes shape for October:
