Stadium Jumping, Inc., the world's leading horse show production company, is pleased to announce that tickets for this year's $200,000 Budweiser American Invitational are now on sale through Ticketmaster. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.ticketmaster.com . The $200,000 Budweiser American Invitational is one of the world's richest equestrian show jumping competitions. Annually, this showcase of sheer equestrian power, speed and excellence attracts the greatest riders and horses in the...

The popular Fiesta of the Spanish Horse, an annual benefit and horse show to support cancer research, will be held April 30 through May 3, 2009 at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. This year marks the 11th annual Fiesta of the Spanish Horse, a revered Southern California equestrian tradition that raises funds for cancer research organizations. It also plays an important role in integrating communities by honoring horses and people steeped in rich tradition. Fiesta of the Spanish Horse is held...

The United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) along with title sponsor SmartPak will offer a Trainers Symposium, May 1-3, 2009, at the Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, GA. Top industry professionals, Candice King, Patricia Griffith and Val Renihan will headline the event giving riders and trainers the opportunity to participate in practical training sessions and roundtable discussions. The USHJA first introduced the Trainers Symposiums in the fall of 2006 as a means to...

The Morgan breed was celebrated and heralded in Sacramento, CA, at the 2009 American Morgan Horse Association (AMHA) Convention, February 18-21. "We were delighted with every aspect of the convention," said AMHA Executive Director Julie M. Broadway. "The weather cooperated for great farm tours, attendance was strong, and all the seminars were well attended. Each party was fun and upbeat, and fundraising was very successful! Everything was smooth and seamless, and a great time was had by all."...

The Arabian Horse Association (AHA) of Aurora, CO, has established an Arabian Horse Association task force on genetic diseases. The task force was created under the direction of and announced by AHA President Lance Walters. “The purpose of the task force is to have a group of AHA members regularly focused on genetic diseases. The end result will be an Arabian horse community that is educated about genetic diseases and knowledgeable about testing and disclosure. The task force will guide the...

Stadium Jumping, Inc., one of the nation's leading horse show production companies, is pleased to announce that the 2009 Tampa Equestrian Festival will feature three weeks of 'AA' rated hunter competition with some of the top hunter horses and riders in the nation. The show will run from March 18 to April 4 at the Bob Thomas Equestrian Center at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, FL. The 2009 Tampa Equestrian Festival is set to feature a full line-up of hunter divisions, including some new...

This year, the first six weeks of the HITS Saugerties show circuit will offer an unprecedented opportunity for high-performance riders on the East Coast. Nearly $1 million in prize money will be offered in the open jumper division alone during the Spring and Summer show series. The open jumper division will consist of four open jumper classes each week, including a $10,000 Open Welcome, $5,000 Open Speed, and two grand prixs, held each Friday and Sunday. The Friday class will offer $25,000 each...

The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games website has a new home at www.alltechfeigames.com . The website still includes features such as the event schedule, discipline information, latest news, information on tickets, and hospitality packages, as well as the latest news on the 2010 Games. The online store for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games also has a new look with added merchandise at www.weg2010store.com . The online store now features merchandise from Ariat International, Inc., the...

The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is accepting applications to host qualifiers for the 2009 FEI Children’s International Jumping Final. One qualifier will be held on the East Coast and one qualifier will be held on the West Coast. A qualifier consists of two classes of two rounds each held over two days and judged by an FEI-licensed Jumping judge. Applications are due March 20, 2009. Organizers interested in hosting one of the two qualifiers should contact Jennifer Haydon, Director...

Content Provided by Pin Oak Charity Horse Show and Kathryn Smith, Smith and Sacco Public Relations Houston, TX—The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show, one of the country’s most prestigious horse competitions, 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...