HJN Content posted on June 15th, 2006

DAY ONE OF USET FOUNDATION DRESSAGE FESTIVAL OF CHAMPIONS

Gladstone, NJ – The USET Foundation Dressage Festival of Champions presented by Paul Miller, Inc. got underway today with the best of the best from across the country in multiple dressage divisions, all vying for a coveted 2006 USEF National Championship title. (Read on…)

New Inductees to Spruce Meadows ‘Million Dollar Club’

(SPRUCE MEADOWS, Calgary, AB): The list of riders who have won a million dollars in prize money at Spruce Meadows reads like a ‘Who’s Who’ of Show Jumping’s finest - and why shouldn’t it? The only way to get your name on that list is through years of hard work and dedication to the sport. (Read on…)

Susan Summers Wins Third and Final CEI *** Observation Trial

AUBURN, Ca. – Susan Summers, riding Mags Motivator, finished first in a ride time of 9:54:59 at the CEI*** 100-mile endurance ride in Ashland, Montana, on Sunday, June 11. Her average ride time of 10:48 miles per hour put her four minutes ahead of second-place finisher, Heather Stevens, riding RSA Count Laquen. (Read on…)

Washington International Horse Show Launches Volunteer and Internship Programs

The 48th Annual Washington International Horse Show (WIHS), held October 24-29, 2006 at the Verizon Center in Washington D.C., has created two exciting new programs for volunteers. As one of the most prestigious and competitive events in equestrian sport, the Washington International Horse Show has now implemented an assistantship program as a way for equestrians and local residents to give back to their community. (Read on…)

HEART’s New State-of-the-Art Ambulance Provides Quicker and More Effective Care to Injured Equine Athletes At Major Horse Shows

Devon, PA – Humane Equine Aid and Rapid Transport, or HEART, debuted its new state-of-the-art equine ambulance earlier this month at the Devon Horse Show. The new ambulance will help HEART improve upon its strong tradition of providing rapid care and transport for sick and injured horses. (Read on…)

Equine Canada Announces 2006 Horse Week Kids Contest Winners

Ottawa, Ontario — After viewing a record-breaking number of entries, and making some very difficult judging decisions, Equine Canada is pleased to announce the winners of the 2006 Horse Week Kids Contest. (Read on…)

Sunshine on Tap for Spruce Meadows “Continental”

(SPRUCE MEADOWS, Calgary, AB): It’s going to be a great weekend for the second leg of the five-week Spruce Meadows Summer Tour. Current reports point to sunny skies and warm, dry weather, perfect for taking in all the action at the “Continental” Tournament. (Read on…)