US Equestrian Coloring Book
Copyright Š 2016 United States Equestrian Federation All rights reserved. Illustrated by Candice McCown. Printed in the United States of America. usef.org
Since prior to the Industrial Revolution the horse and buggy represented the primary mode for both public and private transportation, it is no surprise that driving has established itself as one of the oldest and most popular disciplines.
Considered Ireland’s only native breed, the Connemara Pony originates from an area of the same name located in Western Ireland. The Connemara is recognized as the largest of the world’s pony breeds, ranging from 13 to 15 hands in height.
As its name implies, the discipline of endurance tests a horse’s fitness and stamina, and a rider’s horsemanship skills, in a long-distance competitive format where the condition of the horse is paramount. Recognized endurance competitions can be 50-, 75- or 100-miles long.
Eventing Somewhat comparable to a human triathlon, the discipline of eventing was historically developed to test the skills required of the working military mount – athleticism, agility, bravery, speed and endurance.
The purebred Friesian originated in Friesland, a province in the Netherlands. The Friesian is most recognized by its upright, noble carriage; its black hair coat; its long thick mane, tail and forelock; and the trademark feathers on its lower legs.
The Hackney originated in and around Norfolk, England, by prosperous farmers seeking to improve the quality and trotting speed of their carriage horses.
The modern show ring hunter’s roots were established in Europe when gentry rode across the countryside hunting for game, often aided by dogs used to track the prey. The horses were necessary to carry their riders many miles over the varied terrain of the countryside in pursuit of their game.
The proud, personable and stalwart Morgan is a truly American creation representing America’s first horse breed, and its heritage parallels many significant historical events in this country.
The National Show Horse (NSH) is a relatively new American breed whose registry was not founded until 1981. Representing the epitome of the modern day show horse, a National Show Horse was originally a combination of the best of two breeds, the Arabian and the American Saddlebred.
The primary focus of para-equestrian sport is to provide educational and competitive opportunities for athletes with physical disabilities.
While the actual concept of celebratory parades involving horses and carried out to acknowledge battle victories is centuries old, the first purely ceremonial and regularly scheduled parade can be traced back to 1745 with the beginning of the British Monarchy’s Horse Guard Parade performed daily by the Palace Guard.
The Paso Fino horse reflects its Spanish heritage through its proud carriage, grace and elegance. Bred for their stamina, smooth gait, and beauty, “Los Caballos de Paso Fino” – the horses with the fine walk – served as the foundation stock for remount stations of the Conquistadors.
The Roadster belonged to the country doctor and the itinerant preacher in days gone by. Famous for its fast trot and ability to go long distances, it was the forerunner of the harness horses you see on the racetrack today.
Roadster
In Saddle Seat Equitation classes, riders should convey the impression of effective and easy control. To show a horse well, he should show himself to the best advantage.
Historically referred to as the “Horse America Made,� the American Saddlebred has a long and proud history, from the battlefields of Gettysburg to the bright lights of Madison Square Garden and a tremendous legacy of service in between.
The Shetland Pony originated on the cluster of islands located off the Scottish coast of Northern England known as the Shetland Islands. These hardy, sturdy ponies roamed the hills and moors of Shetland as early as the 8th or 9th Centuries.
Show jumping enjoys its place, both nationally and internationally, as one of the most popular and perhaps most recognizable equestrian events, aside from Thoroughbred horse racing. At its highest competitive level, show jumping is recognized as one of the three Olympic equestrian disciplines.
The Welsh Pony and the Welsh Cob get their names from the mountainous region of Wales in Northern England from which they originate. They are well-known for their friendly personalities and even temperaments.
Western Dressage integrates the historically validated principles of dressage with the best of western stock horse tradition. It is a systematic and progressive system of training for the western horse and rider, in traditional stock tack with the purpose of enjoying a safe, pleasurable, versatile and useful working horse.