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Dec 17, 2010
Eventing Advent Calendar: Day 16
Can you believe we only have a little more than a week before Christmas? Yikes. What happened to 2010? Although, with the sudden unexpected dumping of several inches of snow in our area today, the shimmering landscape is a bit more holiday-esque…rather than the permafrost, rock-hard “blah” we’ve had for weeks.
Here are a few ideas to help you slide seamlessly into winter…
Clothing (Human):
1.) Full-body wind/rain/ice protection – Carhartts are a favorite for many horsey folks, and although they can be a bit pricey, the quality and durable is impressive. How convenient is it to slide out of bed in your pajamas and just zip right into your full outfit for morning feeding? I myself bought a pair of ski bib overalls at my local Walmart…snagged them in the kid’s department for $15. Sure, they probably won’t last more than a few months, but hey…$15. Can’t beat it.
2.) Boots – So many options… the L.L.Beans (for the plaid-fanatic, classic outdoorsy type), the Dubarrys (for fashionistas…or Europeans…or anyone lucky enough to have been gifted one of these gems…*hint hint*), or…cheapo fuzz-lined rubber boots (for the penny-pincher). I got a pair at Target late this fall, and I know they won’t won’t last, but they were cheap, warm, and waterproof…my trifecta of awesome boot requirements.
3.) Cranial Accessories…aka Hat/Facemask/Scarf – I really like the look of this neck/face warmer…cozy and versatile! Also, these aren’t exactly practical for barn work or winter riding…but they’re darn funny. But when the bone-chilling wind comes screaming through the mountains…THIS is what I want! Helmet-attachable ear muffs and handbands are also essentials.
4.) Undergarments/Snugglies – These long-john bottoms are amazing – super comfy, and slim enough to wear under your bulky layers. And they double as great workout pants, too. You can find silky long underwear just about anywhere…stock up! Under Armour (or any other moisture-wicking spin-off) are great, too.
5.) Sockies – Hiking socks or any kind of wool-blend types are handy to have – REI (who have a guide to picking out hiking socks..seriously…), Back Country, and other outdoor retailers usually have a wide selection. And these don’t look like the warmest socks, but how neat would these eventing socks be as stocking stuffers?
That’s all for today – tomorrow we’ll talk about winter essentials for your ponies!
Jul 02, 2024
Educational Activities
USEA Educational Activity Highlight: Sherwood Forest Hunter Pace | Sherwood Oregon | July 13, 2024
What’s a Hunter Pace? The Sherwood Forest Equestrian Center's Hunter Pace is a cross-country-style course around Sherwood Forest over various natural obstacles/terrain. The course ends with a final treat for riders to take in stunning views of Mt. Hood with a loop through the old Far Hill Farms field. The beginning of the course will first start with a warm-up loop around show jumping obstacles in the outdoor ring at Sherwood Forest and then riders will continue directly onto the course. Sign up as a solo rider, pair, or team.
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Profile
No Longer Dreaming: Claire Allen's Goal of Qualifying for USEF Eventing Young Rider Championship is Now Reality
Claire Allen remembers when she was 11 years old, having just made the switch from the hunter/jumper ring to three-day eventing. She told her new eventing trainer that her goal was to one day compete in the United States Equestrian Federation’s Eventing Young Rider Championships.
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Competitions
Alliston’s Busy Weekend, Braitling’s Reuniting with Five-Star Mount, & Kalkman’s Advanced Victory Highlight Twin Rivers Summer H.T.
As he was finishing tacking up his horse in preparation to navigate the cross-country course at the 2024 Twin Rivers Summer Horse Trials, James Alliston expressed concern about navigating the 101 Freeway. That’s because as soon as he crossed the finish line aboard Intermediate level winner Addyson (Ampere x Nickerbocker) at 10:38 a.m. on Saturday—his fifth cross-country round of the morning with three at Preliminary and two at Intermediate—the West Coast-based five-star rider had to drive 185 miles on the 101 Freeway from Twin Rivers Ranch in Paso Robles, California, to San Francisco International Airport to catch a 4:35 p.m. flight to Frankfurt, Germany.
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Education
USEA Podcast #364: All Your Grooming Questions Answered
There is so much more to proper grooming than keeping your horse picture-perfect for the horse inspection. Good grooming practices are critical to proper horse management, no matter if you are planning for your next FEI appearance or your Starter level debut. To help you maximize your knowledge of grooming practices, we opened up the opportunity for USEA members to submit any questions they might have on our Instagram and Facebook stories. In this week's episode, Host Nicole Brown sits down with three of the highest-regarded grooms in this industry, Max Corcoran, Emma Ford, and Stephanie Simpson, and asks them all of your questions and more to help you perfect the art of grooming.
