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Last Updated: Jul 3rd, 2009 - 08:05:51 |
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USEF Announces “My Favorite USEF Breed Competition” Contest
(Lexington, KY, USA - The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) announces a new contest for 2009 designed to let USEF members vote for their “Favorite USEF Breed Competition.” The idea behind this contest is to award and promote the USEF licensed breed competitions for their efforts in running a show so well that exhibitors want to call it their favorite. Also, this contest gives exhibitors the opportunity to provide positive feedback about the competitions to the USEF.
Jul 3, 2009, 08:04
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Ashley Holzer Named Dressage Canada Red Scarf Equestrian Athlete of the Month for May
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| Ashley Holzer (photo: Cealy Tetley) |
(Canada) - Toronto native and three-time Canadian Olympian Ashley Holzer, who resides in New York, NY, has been named the Dressage Canada Red Scarf Equestrian Athlete of the Month for May.
Jun 25, 2009, 23:58
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Equine Canada Announces 2009 FEI Jumper Stewards Clinic
(Canada) - Equine Canada is pleased to announce a Federation Equestre International (FEI) Jumper Stewards Clinic. The clinic is open to all FEI jumper stewards and senior national stewards with permission from their national federation and Equine Canada Senior (S) and Senior National (SN) stewards. The clinic will take place at Spruce Meadows in Calgary, AB, September 14th, 2009.
Jun 25, 2009, 23:47
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National Show Horse Registry to the Rescue
(USA) - The National Show Horse Registry (NSHR) announces the opening of the National Show Horse Foundation to accept donations in support of their program for the rescue/re-homing of National Show Horses.
Jun 25, 2009, 23:45
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The Cloud Foundation Reports Documents Reveal BLM Secret Plan to Destroy Wild Horses
(Chicago, USA) - The Cloud Foundation reports documents obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) via the Freedom of Information Act by a Phoenix-based non-profit, The Conquistador Program, reveal shocking and detailed plans to destroy healthy wild horses in government holding and in the wild on public lands.
Jun 19, 2009, 00:13
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USEF Notice of Change (Addition) to Equitation Rule EQ119
(USA) - The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) would like to notify competitions, managers, stewards, instructors and exhibitors of a rule change that became effective April 20, 2009.
Jun 11, 2009, 22:44
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Hagyard Equine Medical Institute Signs on as Official Veterinary Services Provider for 2009 FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships
(USA) - The 2009 FEI Adequan North American Junior/Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North (NAJYRC) will be held for the first time at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY. Hagyard Equine Medical Institute has graciously signed on as the Official Veterinary Services Provider and will be providing treating veterinary coverage for all four of the disciplines – Eventing, Jumping, Dressage, and Reining.
Jun 9, 2009, 00:48
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Revitalized 2009 Children's Benefit Horse Show Opens July 23
(USA) - United Professional Horseman’s Association (UPHA) Chapter 15 is proud to announce major enhancements to the 20th edition of its Children’s Benefit Horse Show. This year, UPHA Chapter 15 will welcome exhibitors to a beautiful new venue for this well-loved show— the Gloucester County DREAM Park in Logan Township, NJ, just across the river from Philadelphia, PA.
Jun 7, 2009, 22:04
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USEF Forms Education Department: Greater Service to Members a Catalyst for Structural Change
(USA) - As part of an ongoing series of structural changes designed to offer increased service to members while streamlining efficiency, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) announces the creation of its new Education Department, effective June 1, 2009.
Jun 4, 2009, 18:18
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USEF Eventing High Performance Lists and Developing Riders List Updated
(USA) - All three Eventing High Performance Training Lists have been updated following the spring competition season. Horse/Rider combinations will be invited to participate in training sessions with Mark Phillips. It is anticipated that training sessions will be held in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, and California; dates to be determined. Some horse/rider combinations will be receiving grants for European competition and training. Grant amounts will be finalized in late July.
May 21, 2009, 08:26
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USEF Announces Fourth Annual Youth Sportsman’s Award Sponsored by Breyer Animal Creations®
(Lexington, KY, USA) - The Fourth Annual United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Youth Sportsman’s Award, sponsored by Breyer Animal Creations®, will kickoff for the 2009 competition year May 1, 2009.
Apr 24, 2009, 12:54
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Details Regarding the USEF Return to Play Rule now Available Online
(Lexington, KY, USA) – At the 2009 United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Annual Meeting, the USEF Board of Directors passed the ‘Return to Play’ rule. This rule (GR 1317) mandates that any competitor at a USEF licensed competition that is deemed concussed or unconscious (by qualified medical personnel) cannot return to competition until they have been cleared by a medical professional, who will sign and submit a letter to the USEF stating the rider is fit to compete.
Apr 13, 2009, 20:53
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Equine Canada Announces Doping Control for all Riders Attending North American Junior and Young Riders Championships
(Canada) - Equine Canada has announced that for the first time, all Canadian riders attending the 2009 North American Junior and Young Rider Championships will be drug tested according to the Canadian Anti-Doping Program (CADP). CADP is the set of rules that govern doping control in Canada and is compliant with the World Anti-Doping Code and all international standards.
Apr 8, 2009, 12:02
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Wordley Martin Equestrian Riding Arenas Help Keep Top Horses Fit to Compete
(Ocala, FL, USA) - International riders and veterinarians strive to develop sports medicine programs that keep top horses fit to compete. Carefully selected nutrition plans, specialized training programs and quality shoeing are three keys to success. However, the best-laid plans can be quickly derailed by deep or hard footing. Fortunately, equestrians now have access to one of the world's best surfaces and arena construction, available in North America by Wordley Martin Equestrian.
Apr 7, 2009, 21:45
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USEF Accepting Photography Bids for 2009 Collecting Gaits Farm/USEF Dressage Festival of Champions
(Lexington, KY, USA) - The United States Equestrian Federation® is now accepting bids from photographers who would like to be considered for the position of “Official Photographer for the 2009 Collecting Gaits Farm/USEF Dressage Festival of Champions.” These championships will be held in Gladstone, NJ at the USET Foundation Headquarters June 18-21, 2009.
Apr 7, 2009, 19:33
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CN Continues Support of Adequan FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North as Title Sponsor of Show Jumping
(Lexington, KY, USA) – CN has been a steadfast supporter of the FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North (NAJYRC) as the title sponsor of the event since 2005. In 2009, CN will headline the discipline with which it is most closely associated.
Mar 25, 2009, 09:35
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Canada Loses Industry Pioneer and Top Horsewoman—Barbara Kemp
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| Barbara Kemp (photo: Cealy Tetley) |
(Canada) - The equestrian community is saddened to learn oft he loss of Barbara Kemp, who passed away February 23, 2009, just four days shy of her 95th birthday. For more than 75 years, Barbara, one of Canada’s leading horsewomen, has influenced equestrian sport in a number of areas. She was a competitor, judge, official, Pony Club supporter and competition organizer.
Mar 9, 2009, 11:14
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The Oaks of Lake City Equestrian Center Earns Certified Horsemanship Association Accreditation
(Lake City, Florida, USA) – The Oaks of Lake City Equestrian Center has added a new honor to its name by being named a Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) site accredited facility in the state of Florida. The Oaks of Lake City Equestrian Center is the only accredited facility currently operating in the state of Florida. The prestigious honor was awarded during a highly successful CHA weekend clinic at the beautiful state-of-the-art Oaks of Lake City Equestrian Center.
Mar 3, 2009, 08:04
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Pin Oak Charity Horse Show Celebrates 64th Season
(Houston, TX, USA) - The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show, the country’s oldest and most prestigious horse competition, announced that they have officially launched their 64th season. This year’s show will be held, once again, at the Great Southwest Equestrian Center in Katy starting on March 18, 2009 and will run through March 29, 2009. It was also announced that BBVA Compass will be returning as the lead sponsor of the show.
Mar 3, 2009, 05:01
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International Combined Driver Chester Weber Holds Honored Position On Central Florida Community College Advisory Board
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| Chester Weber, a world class equestrian, is also a member of the Central Florida Community College Advisory Board (photo: JRPR, Inc.) |
(Ocala, FL, USA) – Combined Driver Chester Weber, who earned the prestigious title of Equestrian of Honor from the United States Equestrian Federation in 2008, has earned countless awards in the equestrian world – from Silver Medalist at the Combined Driving World Championships to Six-Time United States National Champion in Four-In-Hand Combined Driving. Weber’s roles extend beyond holding the reins of his world-class team, however, and one of those roles is as a member of the Central Florida Community College Equine Advisory Board.
Feb 19, 2009, 10:33
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Artist Terri Miller Immortalizes Tami Hoag’s Retired Grand Prix Partner
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| portrait of Feliki by Terri Miller (photo courtesy of TerriMiller.com) |
(San Marcos, CA, USA) – Terri Miller, one of the most praised equine photographers in the nation, has created a life-size portrait of Tami Hoag's outstanding dressage mare, Feliki. This 4x6 foot oil-on-canvas painting now hangs in Hoag's residence in Los Angeles, California, demonstrating the horse's powerful personality to all who visit.
Feb 7, 2009, 13:54
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HITS Saugerties to Host 2009 USEF Junior Hunter Championships, Pony Commotion, and USHJA International Hunter Derby
(Saugerties, NY, USA) - This year, HITS Saugerties will offer seven weeks of AA-rated hunter/jumper competition at its state-of-the-art facility, HITS-on-the-Hudson. Weeks V and VI of the series are your "Home for the Hunters" this year, and they will offer very special events for hunter competitors, including the 2009 USEF Junior Hunter Championships- East Coast, the $5,000 Pony Commotion Hunter Classic, and the $10,000 ASG Software Solutions/USHJA International Hunter Derby.
Feb 7, 2009, 13:49
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Date and Location Announced for 2009 North American Junior/Young Rider Championships Pending Final FEI Approval
(USA) - Pending final FEI approval, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is announcing the following date and location for the 2009 North American Junior/Young Rider Championships (NAJYRC). The USEF has received preliminary approval from the FEI and is awaiting final word from the FEI Bureau.
Feb 6, 2009, 13:47
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USET Foundation Names Kimberly Boyer, Bill Brewer, and Bill Weeks to Board of Trustees
(Gladstone, NJ) - The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has announced that Kimberly Boyer, Bill Brewer, and Bill Weeks have been named to the organization's Board of Trustees. The announcement was made at the annual USET Foundation Board of Directors Meeting, held on January 31, 2009, in Wellington, Florida.
Feb 5, 2009, 22:42
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UPHA to Offer Ribbons of Service Program for Saddle Seat Equitation Riders
(Lexington, KY) — The UPHA has initiated a new program designed to reward saddle seat equitation riders for their community service involvement and fundraising efforts for approved charitable organizations.
Feb 5, 2009, 20:22
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Equine Canada Announces the Departure of Manager of Coaching
(Ottawa, Ontario, CAN) - It is with regret that Equine Canada announces the departure of the Manager of Coaching, Danielle Boily.
Jan 31, 2009, 13:50
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Syracuse Sporthorse Invitational and National Horse Show Host Meetings to Gain Feedback
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| Leo Conroy, John Madden and Mason Phelps, Jr. (photo: Lauren Fisher/PMG) |
(Wellington, FL) - The Syracuse Sporthorse Invitational featuring The National Horse Show held an informal meeting last night at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Club. The meeting, let by a panel made up of Leo Conroy, John Madden and Mason Phelps, was held as a forum to help the organizing committee 'gain information and feedback from the professionals concerning all aspects of the Syracuse/National Horse Show'.
Jan 29, 2009, 20:10
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Take A Virtual Tour of the Wellington Training Club
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| Breaking Ground: John and Beezie Madden (photo: © Rebecca J. Walton) |
(Wellington, FL, USA) - Take a virtual tour of Wellington Training Club through the community's beautiful new web site, which was launched recently. Through the use of sophisticated graphics, Wellington Training Club's creative team has produced a video clip that gives the visitor the experience of being there.
Jan 28, 2009, 19:10
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Unusual Cart Arrives At Florida Museum
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| Unusual "Cocking Cart" Arrives at Florida Museum |
(Florida, USA) - Carriage collectors from all over America will attend the “Carriage Association of America’s Annual Learning Weekend,” January 30th and 31st, 2009. This 3000-member strong international organization will give representatives an opportunity to witness five horses put to a unique two-wheeled cart called a “Cocking Cart.” On loan from Dr. G.R. Cormack of Ontario, Canada, this carriage was reproduced from working drawings that appeared in “The Hub”, February 1892 edition.
Jan 25, 2009, 16:18
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Gene Mische Honored with USEF Lifetime Achievement Award; Steffen Peters Wins 2008 USEF Equestrian of the Year Honors
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| Jessica Moctezuma and Gene Mische (photo: Geoff Oliver Bugbee/USEF) |
(Cincinnati, OH) – Gene Mische was honored by legions of fans and friends for decades of involvement in the equestrian world. At the Pegasus Awards Ceremony, Mische was presented with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement award at the 2009 USEF Annual Meeting.
Jan 18, 2009, 18:14
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Jamaica Named 2008 Farnam®/Platform™ USEF Horse of the Year
(Cincinnati, OH, USA) – Every year the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) honors the best horses across all breeds and disciplines at the Farnam®/Platform™ USEF Horse of the Year Awards dinner at the USEF Annual Meeting.
Jan 16, 2009, 20:58
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George Morris Named USEF Coach of the Year; McDonald Honored as USEF Developmental Coach of the Year
(Lexington, KY) – 2008 was a year of remarkable achievement for the US Show Jumping Program. Highlighted by the Team Gold and Individual Bronze medals at the 2008 Olympic Games in Hong Kong, the US show jumpers won major contests on four continents. At the reins of the program was the legendary, George H. Morris.
Jan 15, 2009, 19:16
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USET Foundation Congratulates 2009 George H. Morris Horsemastership Training Session Participants at Luncheon
(Wellington, FL) - The USET Foundation hosted a luncheon on Friday, January 9, 2009, for the participants of the 2009 George H. Morris Horsemastership Training Session, presented by Bates Saddles. The luncheon honored and congratulated the eight riders, their parents, and the training session clinicians. The USET Foundation was a supporting sponsor of the training session.
Jan 12, 2009, 20:16
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2009 $20,000 TCH Fox Chase Show Series Kicks Off This Weekend
(Middleburg, VA) - The $20,000 TCH Fox Chase Show Series will launch into action on January 10, 2009, at Fox Chase Farm in Middleburg, VA. The horse show series is an annual non-rated show circuit for equestrians in the Virginia area. Fox Chase Farm hosts two shows a month, with competitions continuing throughout the year until late September.
Jan 7, 2009, 11:38
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American Shetland Ponies Donated To Hong Kong Are Loved By Many
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| Donated ponies PC Caramel Kid and FMF Imagination enjoying their new home in Hong Kong (photo courtesy of Lo Wu Saddle Club) |
(Hong Kong, China) - Thanks to the vision of the American Shetland Pony Club (ASPC), children in Hong Kong are enjoying the love and companionship of two very special Shetland Ponies. The ponies, FMF Imagination and PC Karmel Kid, were donated in the summer of 2008 as a way to salute Hong Kong’s efforts in hosting the 2008 Equestrian Olympics.
Jan 7, 2009, 11:26
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