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USEF Accepting Photography Bids for 2007 USEF Pony Finals National Championships

by Sarah Evers | 1/22/2007 2:59:10 PM

Lexington, KY – The United States Equestrian Federation® is now accepting bids from photographers who would like to be named “Official Photographer for the 2007 USEF Pony Finals National Championships.” The prestigious Pony Finals will once again be held at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY, August 15-19. To request an application form, please contact Lauren Chapman at [email protected] or call (859) 225-6977. Applications must be returned by February 16. For further information about...

One of America's Most Popular Breeds, Appaloosas, Joins USEF as 2006 Affiliated Association

by by Sarah Lane | 1/5/2006 8:15:00 AM

Rocket Finder MMR (Courtesy Don Shugart ) Lexington, KY -- With varied coats of bold spotted patterns, the Appaloosa continues to chart a solid course as one of America's favorite companion and competitive horses today, just as it did more than a hundred years ago. Thousands of these horses can be found in the United States and across the world, demonstrating their versatility as they compete in multiple disciplines and show classes. As this breed continues to demonstrate notable growth in...

Call for Bids to Host 2006 Adequan/USEF National Open Reining Championship

by Sarah Lane | 11/15/2005 11:00:00 AM

Lexington, KY –The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is now accepting bids to host the 2006 Adequan/USEF National Open Reining Championship. In existence for more than five years, this prestigious event continues to feature some of the country’s best reining athletes. In 2002, the Open Reining Championship was used as the Final Selection Trial for the World Equestrian Games in Jerez, Spain. The resulting team made history by capturing the Team Gold medal and the Individual...

The Junior Colorado Arabian Horse Club Presents the JCAHC Stallion Showcase National Silent Auction

by By Shawna Strickland, JCAHC Vice President and Showcase Coordinator | 10/13/2005 11:50:00 AM

The youth of the Junior Colorado Arabian Horse Club has compiled a national silent auction of breedings generously donated by stallion owners from across the country. The showcase presents a unique opportunity to select from a variety of quality stallions that specialize in every discipline, from halter to English pleasure. And, even better, all proceeds will benefit the support and outreach programs of the JCAHC. In the past two years, the JCAHC has donated $1,250 to Colorado equine charities,...

ParaEquestrian Classification Clinic Available Through USEF

by Sarah Evers | 7/27/2005 3:58:12 PM

The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) will be sponsoring a ParaEquestrian Classification Clinic, September 9-10, at Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center in Woodinville, WA. The clinic will be open to a maximum of ten physicians or physical therapists and is designed to help them recognize and classify eligible riders and drivers with physical disabilities in preparation for national competition. There will also be discussion about the modified classification system in development for...

USEF Introduces Horse of the Year Awards for Driving

by Sarah Lane | 3/1/2005 3:47:00 AM

Lexington, KY – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce a new and exciting opportunity for drivers to be recognized for their achievements, with the newly created Carriage Driving Horse of the Year Awards. The following class descriptions (restricted to open classes) are eligible for points: turnout, working, reinsmanship, obstacle driving, and coaching. There will be categories for both horses and ponies, and awards will be given for singles, pairs or...

Madden Shows How It's Done in 1.50m at Spruce Meadows

by Jennifer Wood Media, Inc. | 6/17/2013 6:22:46 AM

Beezie Madden and Coral Reef Via Volo (Spruce Meadows Media Services) Calgary, Alberta - Of the 37 entries in the competition and nine in the jump-off, it was Beezie Madden and Coral Reef Via Volo, a 15-year-old Belgian Warmblood mare by Clinton x Heartbreaker, who rose to the top of the competition in the $60,000 Great-West Life Cup 1.50m. They put down a clear round in a time of 42.10 seconds for victory. Second place went to Reed Kessler and Mika, who were clear in 43.31 seconds. Katie Dinan...

USEF Accepting Bids to Host 2014 US National Junior Hunter Championships

by USEF Communications Department | 9/12/2013 1:43:37 PM

Lexington, KY - The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is now accepting bids to host the 2014 US National Junior Hunter Championships. To request a bid packet, please contact Lori Nelson, at (859) 225-6957 or via email at [email protected] . Bids will be due in the USEF office by the close of business Monday, October 14, 2013. Any request received after this time will not be considered.

USEF Announces Dates and Location for 2013 USEF Dressage Festival of Champions

by USEF Communications Department | 11/28/2012 4:31:10 PM

Lexington, KY - The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce that, pending approval from the High Performance Working Group and the Executive Committee, the Kentucky Dressage Association’s bid to host the 2013 Dressage Festival of Champions has been accepted. These annual championships will be held at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY October 10-13, 2013. The 2013 Dressage Festival of Champions will again hold six National Championship divisions- USEF...

USEF Accepting Bids to Host 2013 US National Junior Hunter Championships

by The USEF Communications Department | 9/7/2012 3:15:10 PM

Lexington, KY - The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is now accepting bids to host the 2013 US National Junior Hunter Championships. To request a bid packet please contact Lori Nelson at (859) 225-6957, or via email at [email protected] . Bids will be due in the office by the close of business Monday, October 15, 2012. Any request received after this time will not be considered.