Month: February 2009

UK Horse Pasture Evaluation Program helps horse farms maximize pastures and minimize hay costs

By Holly Wiemers LEXINGTON, Ky. (Feb. 25, 2009) – Every day grazing is money saved, according to Ray Smith, University of Kentucky forage extension specialist. Optimal use of horse pastures has always been an important component of horse farm management, but with horse owners worried about the current economic downturn and the costs associated with…

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UK Horse Pasture Evaluation Program helps horse farms maximize pastures and minimize hay costs

UK Horse Pasture Evaluation Program helps horse farms maximize pastures and minimize hay costs
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New Driving Instructor and Driver Certification from the Certified Horsemanship Association

(February 2009) – The Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) recently developed a new program – Driving Instructor and Driver Certification.  This new program is for driving instructors who teach group lessons in the camp or commercial driving school setting, and for recreational or commercial drivers. Certification includes single and team driving with multiple vehicle types, both…

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New Driving Instructor and Driver Certification from the Certified Horsemanship Association

New Driving Instructor and Driver Certification from the Certified Horsemanship Association
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AMERICAN ENDURANCE RIDE CONFERENCE

ANNUAL CONVENTION WRAP-UP Endurance riders from across the U.S. and Canada made their way to Louisville, Kentucky, for the American Endurance Ride Conference’s 2008 convention, held February 20 and 21 at the Galt House Hotel. The convention, which included educational seminars, “hot topics” workshops, trade show, meetings for international competitors, a class for veterinarians, and…

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AMERICAN ENDURANCE RIDE CONFERENCE

AMERICAN ENDURANCE RIDE CONFERENCE
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FITS / Fun In The Saddle, Inc. Hires Apparel Industry Veteran

Sheryl Page to serve as  Vice President of Strategic Planning PORTLAND,OR   February 25, 2009 – FITS / Fun In The Saddle, Inc., a rapidly expanding equestrian apparel company,  has hired Sheryl Page for a newly created position, Vice President Strategic Planning and Development. Mrs. Page will develop and manage all aspects of corporate strategic planning…

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FITS / Fun In The Saddle, Inc. Hires Apparel Industry Veteran

FITS / Fun In The Saddle, Inc. Hires Apparel Industry Veteran
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2009 Palm Beach Dressage Derby Promises Great Competition and Fun $20,000 in Prize Money and Awards to be Distributed

Loxahatchee, FL – The Palm Beach Dressage Derby CDI-W/Y outdoes itself every year, and this year’s 26th annual event February 26 – March 1 is no exception.  From the world-class competition in the CDI, to the fun social activities like the Taste of the Derby and the Competitor’s Party hosted by Purina Mills, the Derby…

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2009 Palm Beach Dressage Derby Promises Great Competition and Fun $20,000 in Prize Money and Awards to be Distributed

2009 Palm Beach Dressage Derby Promises Great Competition and Fun $20,000 in Prize Money and Awards to be Distributed
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Recognizing Tomorrow’s Top Farriers

In 2008, American Farriers Journal established the “Rising Shoe Star” program which honors outstanding young shoers who are enjoying successful careers as farriers 3 years after graduation from one of North America’s more than 60 public and private horseshoeing schools. Co-sponsors of this program include Victory Racing Plate Company, Vettec, Delta Mustad Hoofcare Center, Life…

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Recognizing Tomorrow’s Top Farriers

Recognizing Tomorrow’s Top Farriers
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American Show Pony Registry Continues $6,000 Prize Money Incentive Program For 2009

Morton, Illinois – The American Show Pony Registry (ASPR) has again added $6,000 in incentive prize money for ASPR classes to be held at the 2009 World Championship Show July 22 – 25 in Columbus, Ohio, and the 2009 National Shetland Pony Congress July 28 – August 2 in Cloverdale, Indiana. The American Show Pony…

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American Show Pony Registry Continues $6,000 Prize Money Incentive Program For 2009

American Show Pony Registry Continues $6,000 Prize Money Incentive Program For 2009
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Barn Prep

Before my barn is delivered I needed to do some prep with footing and cement! Holes filled in!

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Barn Prep

Barn Prep
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FITS website updated for Spring 2009 with NEW FORMAT, NEW PRODUCT AND NEW FITS RIDERS SECTION!

Portland, Oregon USA   Fun In The Saddle, Inc. (FITS), has launched a newly formatted website for Spring 2009.  The new format is user friendly and eye appealing. It showcases the FITS Spring 2009 line which includes new prints in two great shirt styles; a new Extended Patch breech; and FITS patent pending FITS PerforMAXtm full…

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FITS website updated for Spring 2009 with NEW FORMAT, NEW PRODUCT AND NEW FITS RIDERS SECTION!

FITS website updated for Spring 2009 with NEW FORMAT, NEW PRODUCT AND NEW FITS RIDERS SECTION!
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Jane Hannigan to Perform Unique Freestyle Honoring Breast Cancer Survivors at the Challenge of the Americas

Wellington, FL – February 20, 2009 – Jane Hannigan, who represented the United States Dressage Team at the 2008 World Cup Finals, will perform a unique freestyle at this year’s Challenge of the Americas (COTA). The music used during the freestyle will feature artists that have survived breast cancer, such as Sheryl Crow, Melissa Etheridge,…

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Jane Hannigan to Perform Unique Freestyle Honoring Breast Cancer Survivors at the Challenge of the Americas

Jane Hannigan to Perform Unique Freestyle Honoring Breast Cancer Survivors at the Challenge of the Americas
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