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AHJF Embraces USHJA

ByAssociate Editor

Two Organizations Now Become One “Now is the right time,” commented Geoff Teall, a note of enthusiasm in his voice at the prospect of having the strength and programs of the American Hunter-Jumper Foundation (AHJF) now go to supporting the similar goals of the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) and its Foundation. Since its…

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NFHJA and FCHJA Hunter Jumper Equitation Schooling Horse Show Is Last Weekend in May

ByAssociate Editor

NFHJA (North Florida Hunter Jumper Association) and FCHJA (First Coast Hunter JumperAssociation) will be again sharing a horse show weekend in May. FCHJA will be Saturday, May 29th and NFHJA will be Sunday, May 30th.  We hope everyone will do their best to exhibit at both shows.  It is sure to be an affordable weekend…

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Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center Prepares for Special Olympic State Equestrian Games

ByAssociate Editor

 Loxahatchee, FL – May 18, 2010 – Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center (VTRC) is currently preparing to participate in the Special Olympic State Equestrian Games, which will be held May 21-22, 2010, in Tampa, Florida. Sixteen riders qualified for the Games after competing at the Area level March 27, 2010, in Ft. Pierce, FL. During the…

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Pegasus Therapeutic Riding’s Pegasus Farm Chapter Announces New Home for The Rider’s Closet

ByAssociate Editor

Brewster, New York – May 18, 2010 – Pegasus Therapeutic Riding’s Pegasus Farm chapter announced today that The Rider’s Closet program, developed by Georgina Bloomberg, will now be based out of Pegasus Therapeutic Riding’s Pegasus Farm chapter in Brewster, NY. The program originated four years ago, when Bloomberg wanted to donate her lightly used show…

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The United States Para-Dressage Team Thanks Kentucky Equine Research for Housing before World Equestrian Games

ByAssociate Editor

Thousand Oaks, CA – May 19, 2010 – The United States Para-Equestrian Association (USPEA) would like to thank Kentucky Equine Research whose offices in Versailles, KY will house the ten United States Para-Dressage Team horses prior to the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.  This opportunity allows the horses a week to relax from travel…

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Classic Company May – June – July

ByAssociate Editor

The Tryon May Classic (May 28-30) will be held next week at Harmond Field.  This USEF A-Rated event will be a small show since there are only 144 stalls and we still have stalls available.  If you would like stalls please call our office at 843 768 5503. The Atlanta Summer Classic I, II (June…

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2010 Not a Good Year for Horse Slaughter Proponents

ByAssociate Editor

May 17, 2010 – CHICAGO, (EWA) – Equine Welfare Alliance and Animal Law Coalition applaud the grass roots efforts in 2010 that have resulted in a series of political defeats for those who want to bring horse slaughter back to the United States. Of course, commercial horse slaughter for human consumption remains illegal in the…

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Eventing Radio Episode 79 – PRO Initiatives & Boyd Martin Hosts

ByAssociate Editor

Sinead Halpin and Samantha Lendl from PRO tell us about some new initiatives and Jersey Fresh Course Designer, John Williams, joins us with a review of this year’s event plus some other news. Take a listen. Eventing Radio Episode 79 – PRO Initiatives & Boyd Martin Hosts: Show Hosts: Chris Stafford & Boyd Martin Guest:…

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How to “Unstick” Your Horse’s Shoulders, by Jane Savoie

ByAssociate Editor

If your horse’s shoulders are stuck, it’s like having a kink in a water hose. The energy can’t flow from behind, over the back, into your hands where it can then be recycled back to the hind legs. Here are two shoulder suppling exercises for you to try with your stiff horse. 1. Make a…

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Four Tricolored Ribbons for Hunt Tosh and His Mounts at Kentucky Spring Horse Show

ByAssociate Editor

Lexington, KY – May 13, 2010 – The second day of competition for the professional hunter divisions concluded today at the Kentucky Spring Horse Show located at the world-class Kentucky Horse Park.  In the Stonelea Arena, the hunters competed for their division championships right before a short but strong rain shower rolled through.  Hunt Tosh…