The USEA is pleased to share the lineup of incredible items that will be be up for auction during the 2016 USEA Annual Meeting and Convention. You won’t want to miss any of these very generous donations, from entries to apparel to destination vacations! Proceeds from the Silent Auction will benefit the Roger Haller Educational Fund, which was created earlier this year to expand educational programs for judges, technical delegates, course designers, instructors and volunteers.
The Silent Auction will be available in the Trade Fair at the USEA Convention from Thursday, December 7 – Saturday, December 10. If you are unable to attend, don’t forget to ask your friends to place bids in your name! For full descriptions of these items, please click here. Don't forget to check back! This list is still growing.
2016 USEA Silent Auction Items:
$250 Gift certificate for entry to Galway Downs Horse Trials, courtesy of Robert Kellerhouse – Value $250
Lesson with Doug Payne and a signed copy of Doug’s book “The Riding Horse Repair Manual” – Value $130
USEA Ariat Vivid Softshell Jacket – Value $100
One-day of officiating offered by Ms. Sue Smithson, “S” Event Judge, “R” Dressage Judge and “r” Technical Delegate. This is a wonderful opportunity for any organizer who wants to hire one of the best to officiate at their event.
From The Mark Todd Collection, a Full-Size Figure of 8 Oak colored bridle made from soft, supple, finest quality leather - Value $230.
$50 off entry to the Chris Burton clinc at the Fresno County Horse Park February 27-28, 2016 - Value $50
Course Walk with six time Badminton winner Lucinda Green at either Badminton of Burghley Horse Trials in 2017
About The USEA Annual Meeting and Convention
The USEA Annual Meeting and Convention takes place each December and brings together a large group of dedicated USEA members and supporters to discuss, learn, and enjoy being surrounded by eventing enthusiasts. The 2016 Annual Meeting and Convention will take place at the Diplomat Resort & Spa Hollywood in Fort Lauderdale, Fl. December 7-11, 2016. Rooms are filling fast, so make sure to book today! Click here for booking or use the reservation line (855) 689-2911 – and use the Group Code GUSEA.
Click here for Convention Registration Form, or sign up via Online Services.
Thank you to our amazing lineup of sponsors that make this event possible: Merck Animal Health, Standlee Hay Forage, Nutrena, Adequan, Devoucoux, Charles Owen, SmartPak, Rebecca Farm, Mountain Horse, Auburn Laboratories Inc., Broadstone Equine Insurance Agency, Eventing Training Online, Stackhouse Saddles, Point Two Air Jackets, Gallops Saddlery, Professional’s Choice, World Equestrian Brands, Bit of Britain, CWD, H.E. Tex Sutton Forwarding Company, Jump 4 Joy, The Fork at TIEC and more!
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