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FEI TV Featured on Over 350 Online Platforms

by By Malina Gueorguiev | 12/15/2009 3:31:00 PM

The Interntational Equestrian Federation (FEI) is pleased to announce that its official video website FEI TV ( www.feitv.org ) has stretched its wings to conquer new ground, becoming the first and only equestrian channel available on Perform’s e-Player platform. This exciting development allows selected and specifically packaged FEI TV content to be accessed, watched and enjoyed for free by the millions of daily users of over 350 international websites and online portals of mass media...

East Coast Dressage Series Announced

by By Cathy Zemaitis | 11/9/2009 4:58:00 PM

The Palm Beach Dressage Derby, PVDA Ride for Life, Children of the Americas Dressage Invitational and Freestyle 2010...Serious Fun collectively announce the creation of the Signature Dressage Series. This collaborative effort was created to sustain an East Coast series of dressage events in support of various non-profit organizations. The Palm Beach Dressage Derby CDI-W/CDI-Y kicks off the series March 4–7, 2010. One of the highlights of the Derby will be the Selection Trials for the 2010...

A Call for Entries: The 2009 Daniel P. Lenehan Trophy for Overall Media Excellence

by Brian Sosby | 11/5/2009 10:15:00 AM

Lexington, KY—The United States Equestrian Federation is now accepting applications from the media and at large for the Daniel P. Lenehan Trophy for Overall Media Excellence. The coveted honor will be presented during the 2010 USEF Annual Meeting at the Media Awards Luncheon on Saturday, January 16. In years past, separate categories of media were contested (writing, photography, Internet, etc.). Beginning this year, all forms of media shall compete side-by-side for the singular award. The...

Appaloosa Horse Club to Host Second Annual Stallion Services Silent Auction

by By Karisa Saywers | 8/14/2009 11:42:00 AM

The Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC) is proud to once again host the Stallion Services Silent Auction in Fort Worth, TX, in conjunction with the 2009 World Championship Appaloosa Show, October 23-31. The 2009 Stallion Services Silent Auction allows breeders to select a quality stallion and bid for their chance to win a breeding to their chosen stallion. The resulting foal from the breeding will be eligible for the 2013 World Show two-year-old incentive classes with huge payouts. Last year the...

Horsemen Helping Horsemen: Breakfast at the Castle Behind the Castle Gates

by By the United Professional Horsemen's Association | 6/17/2009 2:48:00 PM

Dave and Dena Lopez, of Double D Ranch, LLC, are taking the slogan of the United Professional Horsemen's Association (UPHA) to another level as they are planning a special fundraising event for the UPHA Dewey Henderson Benevolent Fund. This IRS 501(c)(3) fund was established in memory of long-time horseman, Dewey Henderson, to benefit UPHA members in need because of health issues, fires, theft, injury or accidents. Only 200 tickets will be sold for the “Kentucky brunch” prepared by Chef Cameron...

American Association of Equine Practitioners Issues Recommendations for Purchase Exams at Public Auctions

by By Sally J. Baker | 6/17/2009 12:13:00 PM

The Public Auction Task Force of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) has developed recommendations regarding the use of radiographic reports as part of the pre-purchase exams that are conducted on horses for sale at public auctions. The goal of the task force is to promote ethical practices during the sales process, particularly at Thoroughbred auctions. “We view our recommendations as a ‘best practices’ approach that is applicable to veterinarians as well as buyers and...

Renee Isler Support Fund and The Dressage Foundation to Fund USDF Junior/Young Rider Programs

by By Erica Powers | 5/4/2009 4:52:00 PM

The United States Dressage Federation (USDF) is pleased to announce that the Renee Isler Dressage Support Fund at The Dressage Foundation (TDF) will be providing $13,000 in funding to support the Platinum Performance/USDF FEI Junior/Young Rider Clinic Series and TDF will provide $15,000 in funding support for the USDF/USEF Young Rider Graduate Program. “We are very grateful for the continued support from TDF and the Renee Isler Support Fund at TDF,” stated Linda Schultz, Director of Marketing....

Reining Spins with SmartPak Equine at the 2009 Adequan FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North

by By Joanie Morris | 4/8/2009 5:03:00 PM

Lexington, KY – Reining joined the FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships (NAJYRC) in 2008 with huge success. 2009 promises to be even more exciting with the addition of SmartPak Equine as the Title Sponsor of Reining. The North American Young Rider Championships will feature the best Reiners, aged 18-21, vying for FEI medals at the Kentucky Horse Park as part of the 2009 Adequan FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North. This Championship will...

USA Equestrian Trust Grant Application Deadline is April 15

by By Ann Hill | 3/5/2009 1:52:00 PM

USA Equestrian Trust, Inc. ( www.trusthorses.org ) has announced that its deadline for receipt of written applications for grants from not-for-profit organizations this year is Wednesday, April 15, at the close of business, 5 p.m. Eastern Time. Interested applicants should visit https://trusthorses.org/grant/request.html for instructions and the appropriate forms to be completed. At its annual meeting held in conjunction with the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) convention in...

HITS Saugerties to Offer Four Open Jumper Classes Weekly at 2009 Series

by By Jennifer Wood | 3/5/2009 10:02:00 AM

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...