In just a few days, tailgating will go on sale for this year’s MARS Maryland 5 Star, presented by Brown Advisory! This is one of the best ways to take in cross country days with your barn family, friends or even your non-horsey circle, and the tailgating does tend to sell out so you’ll want to make sure you’re ready to pick the best spot once sales open on July 14. You can find more information here.
U.S. Events Opening Entries Today
Huntington Farm H.T. (VT); Bouckaert Equestrian International (GA); Hunters Run H.T. (MI);
U.S. Events Closing Entries Today
Millbrook H.T. (NY); Hunt Club Farms H.T. (VA)
News & Reading
Packing for ANY trip is a bit of a chore, but packing for a horse show — especially when you’re competing often, or if you haven’t competed for awhile — can be even more daunting. You don’t want to forget anything, you don’t want to OVERpack, but what if your horse needs that one specific thing? If packing gives you a bit of anxiety, you can find some advice on making the most of it here.
If you’re considering importing a horse from Europe, you may want to take some time to think about their nutritional needs as they make the trip and transition to life in a new country. Different countries feed and manufacture feed differently, so take some bits of insight from this article to help you navigate this scenario.
Here’s a big question we’re always asking: do you need to be wealthy to participate in equestrian sport? Most will say yes. Is there another side to this argument? Equerry/Co tackles the topic here.
Sponsor Corner: Kentucky Performance Products
When pastures dry up, your horse’s health might be at greater risk than you think. Drought-stressed grass accumulates sugars, while weeds not only become more tempting—they also become more toxic. Add in the lack of fiber, and suddenly that “barely there” grazing can lead to a perfect storm of colic, laminitis, and nutrient deficiencies.
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Start by supplementing with quality hay—and don’t forget what your pasture may be missing: essential vitamins and antioxidants like vitamin E.
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Especially when pasture quality takes a hit, Elevate keeps your horse’s nutritional foundation strong. Because thriving—not just surviving—is the goal, no matter the weather.
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Watch show jumping icon Martin Fuchs win the $1.2M Rolex Grand Prix at CHIO Aachen with Leone Jei:
