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Aug 24, 2018
USEA Renews Sponsorship with Mountain Horse, Offical Outerwear of the USEA
The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is excited to announce their continued partnership with longtime sponsor Mountain Horse as the “Official Outerwear of the USEA.” In addition to their Corporate Level sponsorship, Mountain Horse has signed on as a Silver Level Sponsor of the 2018 USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds, providing $500 gift certificates to each of the 19 AEC division winners. Mountain Horse will also return as a sponsor of the USEA Annual Meeting and Convention taking place December 5-9, 2018 at the Sheraton New Orleans.
“The U.S. Eventing Association is proud to have the continued support of Mountain Horse,” said USEA CEO Rob Burk. “Mountain Horse products are developed for performance, fashion, and function. No matter what the season, they offer excellent outerwear for eventers.”
Mountain Horse is renowned for cold weather riding gear and outerwear that’s designed to keep you dry and comfortable. Mountain Horse jackets aren’t just functional, they’re stylish too! To learn more about their selection of waterproof and water-resistant Mountain Horse boots, winter breeches, and warm accessories, visit their website.
The USEA would like to thank Mountain Horse for their long-standing support of our sport. A variety of Mountain Horse jackets proudly displaying the USEA logo are available on the USEA’s webstore.
About Mountain Horse
For 30 years, the staff at Mountain Horse has focused on every detail in engineering superior apparel and footwear and to bringing these products to riders around the globe. Mountain Horse is a Swedish company, exclusively designing and manufacturing high-quality signature riding apparel, innovative outerwear, all-season footwear and complementary accessories to riders of all disciplines.
About the United States Eventing Association
The USEA is a non-profit 501(c)(3), educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers and officials; maintaining responsible safety standards; and registering qualified competitions and clinics, the USEA offers a strong and continuous training opportunity for an ever-expanding field of world-class competitors. Just as importantly, the USEA provides a means for all riders, regardless of age or ability, to experience the thrill of eventing. To learn more, visit www.useventing.com.
May 13, 2021
Classic Series
Memories from the Vet Box with Kerry Millikin
“I wouldn’t trade it for anything, it was an amazing experience.” Twenty-five years ago, Kerry Millikin and her off-the-track Thoroughbred gelding, Out and About (who was only 8 years old at the time) won the individual Olympic bronze medal at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games, making her one of five females to have earned an individual Olympic medal for the U.S.
May 12, 2021
Competitions
Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill Announces $300,000 Prize Money for Inaugural Event
The Fair Hill Organizing Committee (FHOC), an affiliate of the Sport and Entertainment Corporation of Maryland (The Sport Corp.), today announced athletes and horses in the inaugural Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill (CCI5*-L) will be competing for $300,000 in prize money. Additionally, the US Equestrian Federation (USEF) Eventing National Championship (CCI3*-L), running in conjunction with the 5 Star, will award $25,000 in prize money. Both events, as well as the United States Eventing Association (USEA) Young Event Horse East Coast Championships, will take place this October 14-17 at the new Fair Hill Special Event Zone in Cecil County, Maryland.
May 12, 2021
Education
Pre-Purchase Examination 101: With Dr. Shauna Spurlock
You’ve seen a horse you like. You’ve ridden it; you love it. The money’s right; you’ve agreed to buy it. What happens next?
Pre-purchase veterinary examinations are one of those topics that a roomful of horsey people could discuss - and argue amongst themselves about - for hours. For the amateur rider, that can be confusing and slightly alarming.
So, let’s simplify it. What is a pre-purchase examination, why are they done, and what should you expect?
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.
