Just to add to add to what is already a poor financial situation at the Florida Horse Park, the facilities were burglarized earlier this month. In a hard blow to the park, the thieves stole over $40,000 of equipment. As you can imagine, it has seriously impacted how the park are able to maintain facilities on a daily basis as well as prepare for shows.
The Florida Horse Park as create a wish list of equipment in the hope that friends of the park might consider donating an item or two. Cash donations are also greatly appreciated. You can donate online. Please click here to donate online right now.
Wish List
Zero turn mower(s)
Weedeater(s)
Pole Saw
Small bar chain saw
Air Compressor
Dewalt batteries and chargers
Cordless saw with battery and charger
Saw-zaw
Screw driver sets
Hammers
Socket sets
RTVs or Golf Carts
4 wheeler
Pressure washer
65+ Hp Tractor with loader and/or forks
Riding lawn mower
Are you following along with the action from home this weekend? Or maybe you're competing at an event and need information fast. Either way, we’ve got you covered! Check out the USEA’s Weekend Quick Links for links to information including the prize list, ride times, live scores, and more for all the events running this weekend.
Last month, readers met VIP Volunteer Rebecca Proetto, who volunteered at the MARS Maryland 5 Star horse inspection. This month, the focus turns to husband and wife Ed and Leanne Barnett who introduced Proetto to the art of running an efficient horse inspection at Maryland. Ed and Leanne undertake a 12-hour drive from their home in Indiana to Maryland just to volunteer at the event.
The USEA is saddened to share the passing of Sara Kozumplik’s five-star partner As You Like It at the age of 34. The gelding died in his sleep at his retirement home at Kozumplik's parents' residence.
The 2024 USEA Emerging Athletes U21 (EA21) National Camp is just a little over a month away and all over the country, young riders are preparing for their trip to Ocala, Florida, to participate in this year's prestigious week-long academy led by U.S. eventing legend David O'Connor. This year's camp takes place Dec. 31, 2024, through Jan. 4, 2025, and will feature classroom sessions, guest lecturers, and in the saddle work as a group to help strengthen the foundation of each rider selected to participate.