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Words of Wisdom from the 2023 Robert Dover USEF Horsemastership Week presented by Zen Elite Equestrian Center

by Leslie Potter/US Equestrian Communications | January 25, 2023

Each winter, a group of junior and young dressage athletes are invited to learn from top equine professionals at the Robert Dover USEF Horsemastership Week presented by Zen Elite Equestrian Center. In addition to a lecture and demonstration from Dover himself, the athletes receive mounted instruction from clinicians over three days, culminating in a mock competition where they each perform a test in front of a judging panel. This year’s clinicians for the mounted sessions were Katherine

Get Ready for USEF’s Annual Meeting

by US Equestrian Communications | January 5, 2023

US Equestrian’s Annual Meeting takes place in person Jan. 12-14 at the Lexington Central Bank Convention Center in Lexington, Ky. Check out our online resources, including the event schedule and where to find special content and on-demand video. The full event calendar and profiles of speakers are here . New This Year: “Working Together for Our Future” Workshop The meeting’s theme is “Working Together for Our Future.” That’s also the title of a newly

Individual Attention and Trust Create a Champion Partnership

by Devyn Trethewey | December 20, 2022

Individuality is key in hunt seat equitation trainer Missy Clark and John Brennan’s program at North Run located in Warren, Vt. Rider Luke Jensen has been the shining example of this with his successful last season as a junior aboard Jamaica, a horse who required patience and dedication. This fall, after patiently developing their relationship, Luke and Jamaica took the champion title at the 2022 Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final and were reserve champions at the 2022 Platinum

PIXIO and PIXEM: Tips for Making Horse Sale Videos

by USEF Communications Department | December 20, 2022

Move ’N See’s PIXIO and PIXEM auto-follow cameras have been game-changers for many equestrians. These robot cameramen automatically track and zoom in or out on a rider wearing a wristband watch as they train, allowing equestrians to review their rides and even train live with a remote coach using the live-coaching service. But they’re also useful tools for making a video to market a horse for sale. How PIXIO and PIXEM Work PIXIO and PIXEM are known for precise tracking that

It’s Indoor Living Season: Tips for a Healthy Stabled Life

by Kim F. Miller | November 29, 2022

It’s often said that we horse owners take better care of our horses’ health than our own. We pamper them and try our best to protect them from illness and injury. It’s easy to forget that their physiology was designed for a rugged life outdoors in the wild. Reducing dust and increasing ventilation are just two ways to help optimize your horse's health when they are spending more time in the barn. Photo: Taya Dianna/Unsplash Indoor life is convenient and sometimes necessary

It’s the Perfect Season for Thank-You Notes

by Glenye Cain Oakford | November 21, 2022

Photo: Counrtney Hedger/Unsplash In the era of email and voicemail, handwritten notes and cards bring a lot of joy to the person receiving them—which makes them that much more fun for the sender, as well. A thoughtful line or two expressing gratitude, congratulations, or friendship packs an outsized punch because it offers the priceless gift of human connection. Hunter/jumper equestrian Helen Voss, the National Account Manager for her family’s Horseshoe Greetings and Wall Street

Aither Health: Worry-Free Healthcare for Equestrians

by Liz O'Connell | November 14, 2022

Aither Health: Worry-Free Healthcare for Equestrians Bea de Lavalette (mounted) with trainer Shayna Simon. Photo: Leslie Potter Aither Health contributes peace of mind when setting up health insurance coverage curated to the needs of equestrians. This is particularly true for stables and farms in need of a healthcare benefit program for employees as well as principals. With so many options, variables, and cost differentials to decipher, Aither’s USEF-dedicated client relationship

Equestrian Helmet Fitting and Safety

by Glenye Cain Oakford | November 7, 2022

Charles Owen has its own test lab and pre-tests to the standards before sending the helmet models for official testing and certification. The majority of Charles Owen helmets meet all three main safety standards. Photo: Farrell Guy One of the most important things an equestrian, or the parent or guardian of an equestrian, will ever do is select a helmet. A helmet, after all, isn’t just a stylish part of equestrian attire (although it can be that, too!); it’s also a crucial piece of

Equestrian Q & A: Para Dressage Athlete Fiona Howard

by Liz O'Connell | November 1, 2022

U.S. Para Dressage athlete Fiona Howard has a new horse, Jagger. And with Jagger she has a partner to pursue her goal of qualifying for the U.S. Para Dressage Team for the Paris 2024 Paralympics. It’s a lofty goal, but given the challenges Howard has surmounted, doubt does not enter the picture. Howard’s riding career began in Great Britain. Born and raised in England with an American mother and a British father, she started her equestrian exploits with her first pony when she was

How It Works: The New Hunter Jumper Channel System

by Leslie Potter | October 18, 2022

Growing equestrian sport involves providing a variety of opportunities for competitors to enjoy the sport, develop their skills and those of their equine partners, and measure progress. After many months of webinars, feedback from members, and meetings with stakeholder groups, the USEF Competition Task Force proposed amendments to the hunter/jumper competition structure. These amendments were approved by the USEF Board of Directors and are in effect for the 2023 competition year. Read our

Reflections on Pratoni from the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team Grooms

by US Equestrian Communications Department | October 3, 2022

When the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team won the silver medal at the 2022 FEI Eventing World Championships in Pratoni del Vivaro, Italy, it was the result of countless hours of preparation and dedication from not just the athletes, but each of their skilled support teams. The grooms for the championship horses are with them every step of the way—from early morning feedings at home to boarding the planes to travel overseas and all the way to the podium. We asked the U.S. Eventing Squad's

David Taylor’s Journey to Become USEF Course Designer

by David Taylor, USEF ‘R’ Eventing Cross-Country Course Designer | October 3, 2022

As I sit here in Ocala, Fla., in late summer, looking back on the most recent cross-country tracks that I’ve had the honor to design, I can’t help but reflect on my journey to this point. I have traveled thousands of miles across the country, spending hundreds of hours being a bona fide part of the great sport of eventing as a USEF Licensed Official. I’ve met countless organizers, facility/farm support staff, volunteers, course builders as well as riders and their faithful