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Jan 06, 2020
Experience a Long Format Event in 2020 with the USEA Classic Series
The USEA Classic Series keeps the spirit of the long format event alive for Beginner Novice through Preliminary levels. For some, riding in a Classic Series event is the highlight of their competitive season and completing a long format event at any level is quite the achievement.
Riders have the chance to experience the rush of endurance day, including roads and tracks, steeplechase, the vet box, and cross-country, as well as participate in formal veterinary inspections and educational activities with experts on the ins and outs of competing in a long-format three-day event. The USEA Classic Series has something for everyone, and those that undertake the preparation for a long format event are in for a lot of hard work, fun rides, and the ultimate educational experience!
Will you be putting a long format Classic Series event on your calendar in 2020? Check to see if you are qualified!
2020 USEA Classic Series Schedule
Preliminary Three-Day Events
Spokane Sport Horse Farm Fall H.T. | October 1-4, 2020 | Spokane, WA (Area VIII)
Hagyard Midsouth | October 14-18, 2020 | Lexington, KY (Area VIII)
Waredaca | October 22-25, 2020 | Laytonsville, MD (Area II)
Training Three-Day Events
Fresno County H.T. | April 17-19, 2020 | Fresno, CA (Area VI)
Indiana Eventing Association (IEA) | May 28 - 31, 2020 | Edinburgh, IN (Area VIII)
Coconino | July 9-11, 2020 | Flagstaff, AZ (Area X)
The Event at Rebecca Farm | July 22-26, 2020 | Kalispell, MT (Area VII)
Spokane Sport Horse Farm Fall H.T. | October 1-4, 2020 | Spokane, WA (Area VII)
Hagyard Midsouth | October 14-18, 2020 | Lexington, KY (Area VIII)
Waredaca | October 22-25, 2020 | Laytonsville, MD (Area II)
Novice Three-Day Events
Fresno County H.T. | April 17-19, 2020 | Fresno, CA (Area VI)
Indiana Eventing Association (IEA) | May 28-31, 2020 | Edinburgh, IN (Area VIII)
Coconino | July 9-11, 2020 | Flagstaff, AZ (Area X)
The Event at Rebecca Farm | July 22-26, 2020 | Kalispell, MT (Area VII)
Spokane Sport Horse Farm Fall H.T. | October 1-4, 2020 | Spokane, WA (Area VII)
Waredaca | October 22-25, 2020 | Laytonsville, MD (Area II)
Beginner Novice Three-Day Events
Coconino | July 9-11, 2020 | Flagstaff, AZ (Area X)
Spokane Sport Horse Farm Fall H.T. | October 1-4, 2020 | Spokane, WA (Area VII)
The Maryland H.T. at Loch Moy | October 9-11, 2020 | Adamstown, MD (Area II)
*This is a tentative calendar and updates or changes will be made on the USEA Classic Series page.
About the USEA Classic Series
The USEA Classic Series keeps the spirit of the classic long format three-day events alive for Beginner Novice through the Preliminary levels. Competitors can experience the rush of endurance day, including roads and tracks, steeplechase, the vet box, and cross-country, as well as participate in formal veterinary inspections and educational activities with experts on the ins and outs of competing in a long format three-day event. Riders who compete in a USEA Classic Series event during the year will have the chance to win a variety of prizes at the events from USEA sponsors. Click here to learn more about the USEA Classic Series.
The USEA would like to thank Bates Saddles,
C4 Belts, FLAIR, FITS, SmartPak Equine, Stackhouse & Ellis Saddles, and for sponsoring the USEA Classic Series.
May 11, 2021
Intercollegiate
Eyes on the Prize at the USEA Intercollegiate Eventing Championships
The USEA Intercollegiate Eventing Championships will take place later this month at the Virginia Horse Trials (VHT) in Lexington, Va. across May 27-30. Following the USEF COVID-19 Action Plan, the USEA is working with VHT organizer Andy Bowles to ensure the Championships are still a destination competition for all Intercollegiate event riders, packed full with an opening ceremony, the traditional “college town” area, the prestigious spirit award, and an abundance of prizes.
May 10, 2021
Eventing News
2021 FEI MER Changes effective July 1
The FEI passed rule changes impacting Minimum Eligibility Requirements in November 2020 that go into effect on July 1, 2021. The changes will impact athletes who are uncategorized, “D” and “C” athletes competing at the CCI4*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-L, and CCI5*-L levels. Please see below for the highlighted changes. The USEF requirements to compete at these levels remain unchanged, but please remember that the USEF requirements must be achieved within 12 months of the competition. These changes will be adopted into the USEF Eventing Rulebook by July 1. See Appendix 3 for qualification requirements.
May 10, 2021
Competitions
USEF Will Implement New Protocols Regarding the Use of Face Coverings/Masks at USEF-Licensed Competitions
Beginning May 17, 2021, USEF will implement new protocols regarding the use of face coverings/masks at USEF-licensed competitions in response to recently updated CDC recommendations. Please click here to access the full amendments to the USEF COVID-19 Action Plan protocols.
May 10, 2021
Education
USEA Podcast #283: Setting Up for Cross-Country Success
Nicole Brown is joined this week by Irish World Equestrian Games silver medalist Sam Watson as they discuss the road to a successful cross-country round. They cover your basic training at home before your event, what you do when you get to the event and are walking the course, warming-up, visualization, and finally how to tackle the course. This podcast is full of words of wisdom from Sam that will keep you listening to the very end so tune in now!
