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Pennsylvania’s Devon Horse Show Receives USEF Heritage Competition Status The Devon Horse Show, a historic Pennsylvania equestrian event that has become a part of the fabric of the American show scene, is the fourth American horse show to be honored with the United States Equestrian Federation’s designation as a USEF Heritage Competition. Devon has now received the highest honor that can be given to a Federation horse show.
Deadline Extended for USEF’s New Varsity Lettering Program for High School Equestrians You don’t have to be a record-setting quarterback, point guard or track star to letter in high school sports anymore. The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is writing a new chapter in the recognition of high school sports — one that honors Equestrian athletes. The USEF’s High School Equestrian Athlete program will offer specially designed emblems and pins, exclusively for equestrian athletes in grades 9-12.
The 2010 USEF Annual Meeting: Wrap-Up From award galas to lengthy committee meetings, the 2010 United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Annual Meeting proved to be a very busy five days. Leaders from the many USEF Affiliate Associations gathered for the opportunity to interact with the USEF Board of Directors and USEF Committee members to shape the future of equestrian sport while, at the same time, celebrating the stand-out accomplishments in the sport in 2009.
Wilhelm Genn and Samantha Schaefer Score Big Wins at Week III of Jacksonville Winter Series The third week of competition at the 2010 Jacksonville Winter Series got in full swing with the $5,000 Open Jumper Classic being won by Lebanon, Ohio’s Wilhelm Genn, as both owner and rider, piloting the brilliant mare Happy Z. More Hunter/Jumper News
USEF Names Dates and Location for 2010 Collecting Gaits Farm/USEF Dressage Festival of Champions and USEF Selection Trial for the U.S. Dressage Team for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has announced the dates and location for the 2010 Collecting Gaits Farm/USEF Dressage Festival of Champions, which will also serve as the USEF Selection Trial for the U.S. Dressage Team for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG). More Dressage News
Final Four Qualifying Competitions for the Adequan/USEF Open Reining Championships and USEF Selection Trial for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Get Under Way in March With 239 days to go (and counting) until the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, all eyes in the world of reining turn to qualifying efforts. Without exception, the highly contested four seats and one alternate named to represent the United States are on the line as top reiners from coast to coast scurry for qualifying opportunities.
Pin Oak Charity Horse Show to Celebrate 65th Season The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show, one of the country’s oldest and most prestigious horse competitions, has officially launched its 65th season. This year’s show will be held, once again, at the Great Southwest Equestrian Center in Katy, TX, starting on March 17, 2010, and will run through March 28, 2010. It was announced that BBVA Wealth Solutions would be returning as the lead sponsor of the show. “We are thrilled that BBVA Wealth Solutions has agreed to be our lead sponsor again this year. Their generous support and that of all our sponsors and show participants will allow us to continue our tradition of raising millions of dollars for our charities, Texas Children’s Hospital and the Ronald McDonald House of Houston,” said Pin Oak Charity Horse Show President Lynn Walsh.
Your Next Auto Rental Could Help the Red Cross Haiti Relief and Development Fund When PC#140825 is included in weekly rentals, now through February 28, you’ll save $25 and Hertz will donate $5 to the Red Cross Haiti Relief and Development Fund. Economy or higher, $25 Off, Weekly Rental
The Sanctuary to Host Bernie Traurig Clinic to Benefit Horses and Heroes Olympian Bernie Traurig, one of the most respected and sought-after clinicians in the country, will be offering a clinic at the Sanctuary Equine Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation Center in Ocala on February 5-7. Presented by Global Connection, a portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit Horses and Heroes.
John Deere Drive Green The Drive Green tour events give USEF members and other interested consumers a chance to ask questions and get a "hands-on" with John Deere's utility tractors and many other products and attachments. In addition, the events feature a uniquely detailed semi-tractor and trailer that transport several of the company's utility tractors, as well as a refurbished "Chip Foose" 4020. Upcoming Drive Green Dates and Locations
Young Event Horse for Late-Bloomers? Ocala March YEH Offers Class for Every Age Would you like to try out the United States Eventing Association (USEA) Young Event Horse (YEH) format, but worry about getting your horse ready by age four? The Florida Horse Park March YEH is offering a YEH competition for horses of any age.
LAST CHANCE: Special Offer for USEF Members from Just Horse Videos Worldwide For a limited time, USEF members will receive a 30% discount on DVDs of 2007 and earlier competitions and a 20% discount on all other DVDs, including 2009 competitions, at www.justhorsevideos.com. This offer is good until January 31, 2009. Use coupon code USEF20 at checkout to receive the discount. All customers who register with Just Horse Videos when placing their order will receive FREE media mail shipping. Visit www.justhorsevideos.com.
Renew for 2010
The 2010 USEF Competition year has begun (as of December 1, 2009). Renew your membership now. It is so easy when you log into your MY USEF Account and click on "2010 USEF Membership Application" under 2010 Competition Year. For your convenience and the best membership deal, you can opt for a three-year membership for $150. The annual USEF Competing Equestrian membership costs only $55. As a competing member, you are eligible to participate at all USEF Licensed Competitions, receive "equestrian" magazine at no additional charge, a million-dollar personal excess liability policy for horse-related accidents that cause bodily injury or property damage to third parties, and the added benefits of USEF MemberPerks—a members-only discount program with unbeatable deals from companies like John Deere, Hertz, Sherwin Williams, USRider, FarmVet, LifeLock, Moxie and others. Not participating in USEF Licensed Competitions but still want to be a member? There are member categories for you. With the USEF Equestrian membership, at $35, you receive automatic insurance along with the MemberPerks. If you are a college student who is busy studying and not competing, you can join as a USEF Collegiate member for $25. This is another non-competing membership that will give you the benefits of MemberPerks plus four issues of "equestrian" magazine to keep you well informed of equestrian sports. And Club Equestrian, which is only $15, gives you access to the MemberPerks program. USEF is pleased to announce that we can offer you the ability to pay for your membership renewal with a credit or debit card or by utilizing our newest electronic check payment method. We accept American Express, Visa, MasterCard and electronic check. If you have questions, call the USEF Customer Care Center and a personal agent will assist you. You may call (859) 258-2472. Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm [ET]
The United States Equestrian Federation®, Inc. (USEF), as the National Equestrian Federation of the U.S., is the regulatory body for the Olympic and World Championship sports of dressage, driving, endurance, eventing, reining, show jumping, and vaulting, as well as 20 other breeds and disciplines of equestrian competition. As the country's largest multi-breed organization, the Federation recognizes more than 2,800 competitions nationwide each year. It governs all aspects of competition, including educating and licensing all judges, stewards and technical delegates who officiate at these shows. VISION STATEMENT The vision of the United States Equestrian Federation® is to provide leadership for equestrian sport in the United States of America by promoting the pursuit of excellence from the grassroots to the Olympic Games, based on a foundation of fair, safe competition and the welfare of its human and equine athletes. ©2010, United States Equestrian Federation®, Inc. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
