A notice to all Mill Creek Pony Club Horse Trials competitors: All horses must have a certificate of veterinary inspection (health certificate), even if the horses are in-state.
From the organizer: "This is a change in that in prior years, it was only required for horses traveling from outside the state of Missouri. Due to the confirmation of the single case of EHV-1 in the region, we are requiring ALL horses have current health papers.
In addition, we encourage competitors to follow the suggestions of the KS Department of Agriculture to closely monitor their horses, especially their temperatures, and to contact their veterinarian with any questions about EHV-1."
See the press release regarding the EHV-1 clase in Kansas.
The United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA) is excited to announce a request for expressions of interest to host the first standalone USEA Intercollegiate & Interscholastic Eventing Championships in 2026 and 2027. With the success of the inaugural joint championships in 2024, the USEA is confident that the progression of these programs lends to a standalone event for these hardworking students in 5th through 12th grade and undergraduate college programs.
The USEA Annual Meeting & Convention is easily one of the most influential weeks in the sport of eventing in the U.S. and this year it is headed to Seattle, Washington, Dec. 12-15. USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown talks about all the details surrounding this year's Convention with USEA CEO Rob Burk and USEA President Lou Leslie. From important discussions around safety and horsemanship to a charity poker tournament and more, there is so much going on in Seattle this year that you won't want to miss!
The following is an excerpt from 33 Strength and Fitness Workouts for Horses by equine training and conditioning expert Jec Aristotle Ballou. Strength routines and this workout are for horses and riders with a good existing level of fitness who are working toward increased strength and endurance.
Being the last rider in the final competition of the day can be an unenviable position. Molly Duda felt the pressure all day while gearing up for her ride on her own 15-year-old Swedish Warmblood gelding Disco Traveler (Donatelli x Cadence).