Well if that ain’t the truth. Photo courtesy of Horse Nation.
How is it already March? Is it a rule that time moves faster in the spring? Sometimes I feel like winter moves slow as a slug, until the moment when suddenly you’re in the middle of spring and you’re still in slow-mode and you’re left scrambling to get your crap together. Don’t get me wrong, I’m deeply thankful for the longer days and more pleasant weather, but I’m not sure that I’m quite mentally ready for the fast paced action that comes with better seasons.
U.S. Weekend Preview:
$50,000 Grand-Prix Eventing at Bruce’s Field: [Website] [Entry List] [Ride Times] [Ride for Charity Fan Vote] [Live Stream]
Chattahoochee Hills H.T. (Fairburn, Ga.): [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times]
Full Gallop Farm March H.T. (Aiken, Sc.): [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Volunteer]
Rocking Horse Winter III H.T. (Altoona, Fl.): [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Volunteer]
Sporting Days Farm March H.T. (Aiken, Sc.): [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Volunteer]
News From Around the Globe:
The USEA Interscholastic Eventing League (IEL) is in its second year and continues to be extremely popular among junior members. This new program encourages team camaraderie and gives junior members a chance to compete in a team atmosphere. It also helps provide a pathway for those riders who seek to be part of a collegiate eventing program as they graduate high school. Interested in participating in IEL but not sure where to start? First, check to see if you’re eligible by answering these questions. [Tips on Getting Started with IEL]
There are few things more frustrating than a horse that won’t stand still while mounting. It makes hopping on for a quick schooling session a long battle, and it’s near-impossible to get back in the saddle if you have to get off while you’re riding out on trails or bridlepaths. Then there’s the safety concerns. So many accidents happen at the mounting block, and a horse who dances around or moves off makes it more likely that you’ll end up on the floor after getting one foot in the stirrup and desperately trying to swing into the saddle as your horse exits stage right. [How to Get Your Horse to Stand While Mounting]
If you’re anything like me, you’re pretty tough on yourself. In fact, it’s a trait I see that’s pretty common among equestrians. We’re always striving for better. We work exceptionally hard. We’re quick to forgive our horses and just as quick to blame ourselves. These typically common character traits are something I love about equestrians. It’s why most of my closest friends ride. But I’ve recently realized that “tough love” isn’t always the best way to treat ourselves when it comes to overall mental wellness. [Self-Compassion for Equestrians]
Watch This on H&C+: Don’t forget to become an H&C+ member to follow along with this week’s Grand-Prix Eventing at the Aiken Horse Park! [Grand Prix Eventing]
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