Thank you for being a Zone 4 member! Find out who is attending EAP and HQC Nationals, learn about the USHJA Member Experience, view recent competition results and more. |
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The New USHJA Member Experience |
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The USHJA has developed a powerful personalization engine that gives our members the ability to customize their member experience specifically to their individual membership needs.
This new digital experience and online member account allows our members to create a tailored and individual profile starting with the new membership renewal process.
Starting December 1, 2021, you will be able to easily apply, renew, upgrade or edit your USHJA Membership directly through USHJA.org.
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Participants Announced for Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund/USHJA Emerging Athletes Program National Training Session |
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- Clayton Farrell, Venice, Fla.
- Elizabeth Schulz, Marietta, Ga.
- Lauren Thomas, Kingsport, Tenn.
This year's session will be held at the George M. Humphrey Equestrian Center at Lake Erie College in Painesville, Ohio, November 11-14, and led by Olympic show jumper Peter Wylde and stable management expert Colleen Reed.
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Congratulations to Members Competing in HQC and Adult HQC Nationals |
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Congratulations to our Zone 4 members competing in USHJA Horsemanship Quiz Challenge Nationals and Adult HQC Nationals:
HQC Nationals
- Hannah Dodson, Pegram, Tenn.
- Ian McFarlin, Tallahassee, Fla.
- Lainie Rubin, Columbia, S.C.
- Ariana Schneider, Clarksville, Tenn.
Adult HQC Nationals
- Jennifer Hoge, Orlando, Fla.
- Delana McFarlin, Tallahassee, Fla.
- Monica Waters, Johns Island, S.C.
HQC Nationals will be held at Lake Erie College in Painesville, Ohio, November 12-14, and Adult HQC Nationals will be held virtually October 18-30.
The Horsemanship Quiz Challenge is supported in part by grants from US Equestrian and the USHJA Foundation.
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Inaugural USHJA Young Jumper Championships Held |
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The 2021 USHJA Young Jumper Championships concluded on a high note for 4-, 5-, 6-, 7- and 8-Year-Old age groups. In its first year, the Championships were held in Traverse City and saw unprecedented success.
Horses from 5 to 8 years old competed over a three-round format that featured First and Second Qualifiers, culminating in a Final set from 1.15-1.40m based on each age section, as well as a Consolation Classic for horses not competing in the Final. In addition to prize money through fifteenth place, incentives and bonus prize money were offered for United States breeders and American-bred horses.
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USHJA Recognized Riding Academy Spotlight: Carriage Hill Farms |
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Tell us about your program and who you serve.
Carriage Hill Farms (CHF) consists of a large team of professionals that have a long list of accolades to their name. The top-notch show barn provides a variety of services from sales and boarding to international competitions and lessons for beginners to seasoned athletes competing at the grand prix level. CHF is unique in the diversity and scope of its program in catering to all.
What made you want to become a Recognized Riding Academy?
Dedicated to to the care and education of every horse and rider, CHF believes it is important to foster the growth of the next generation of equestrians through proper training both in the saddle and on the ground. Therefore, CHF found it to be important to be a part of the RRA program in maintaining their high standards of quality in the education they pass on to students.
Tell us about your star lesson horse and why he/she is the best lesson horse around.
Couture is one of many star lesson horses in our program. He has been with us for many years and has taught hundreds of people how to ride. He is perfect for both kids and adults, he has a fantastic attitude and he always does what is asked of him. Our program would not be the same without him and we are grateful every day that he is part of our family!
Photo credit: Georgie Hammond/Phelps Media Group
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October 18, 7 p.m. ET
Barn Fire Safety and Prevention
Dr. Rebecca Husted from Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue discusses everything you need to know for barn fire safety and prevention.
November 2, 7 p.m. ET
Trailer Safety
Dr. Rebecca Husted from Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue returns to discuss all aspects of trailer safety.
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2021 USHJA Zone Horse of the Year Championships and Other Special Classes are Underway |
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The 2021 USHJA Zone Horse of the Year and Equitation Championships are underway.
The following championships and other special classes are set for Zone 4:
- Horse of the Year Championship, Nov. 23-28, SFHJA Annual Charity, Wellington, Fla.
- Handy Hunter Challenges, held throughout the year, see the website for more information
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Outreach Golden Backstage Pass Recipients Announced |
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Congratulations to this year's winners of the new Outreach Golden Backstage Pass, awarded to the high point gold level Outreach rider in each zone!
USHJA Zone 4: Skylar Fivecoat
These riders earned an exclusive invite to compete in the USHJA Affiliate Championships sections at the Marshall & Sterling Insurance/USHJA National Championships, November 15-21 in Las Vegas.
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Get Excited for the Marshall & Sterling Insurance/USHJA National Championships! |
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Fall Back into Horsemanship Book Sale on USHJA Trainer Certification Program Manuals |
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Get your hands on a USHJA Trainer Certification Manual for a special discount! A comprehensive resource and must-have for riders and trainers, the manual includes a history of the American Hunter/Jumper Forward Riding System, stable management, equine conformation, all things riding theory and so much more. The sale ends October 31. |
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The Trainer Certification Manuals are now $15 each. Or buy five or more for $10 each. |
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During the week-long, equine-centric digital festival, you’ll see profiles of incredible equine athletes, equine storytelling that celebrates the horse-human bond, and heartwarming tales of horse heroics. Riders will get valuable takeaways and advice from world-class trainers.
Stream for free from any smart device, wherever you want October 3-9, 2021. #horseweektv
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USHJA Affiliate Organization News |
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Grant Opportunities at ANRC.org
ANRC Educational Grants
The Forward Riding Program offers riders a pathway to cash grant opportunities to assist them in their pursuit of a higher level of horsemanship. A rider who earns an ANRC Forward Riding Proficiency Certificate at any level may apply for a Captain Vladimir S. Littauer Continuing Education Grant. Grant Awards range from $500-$1,500.
More information can be found at anrc.org. |
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Thank You Zone 4 Committee Members |
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Thank you to our current Zone Committee Members for their service and dedication to the sport. New/returning Committee Members will be seated November 1. Stay tuned to learn about the new committee. |
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- Page Tredennick, Chair
- Janet McCarroll, Vice Chair
- Susan Ashe
- Carrie Buxton
- Richard Cram
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- Kim Land
- Kat Mulkey
- David Pellegrini
- Wendy Peralta
- John Rush
- Christina Schlusemeyer
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For more information about the committee and contact information, click here. |
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Upcoming Events and Deadlines |
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October
November
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Nov. 2: USHJA Webinar, Trailer Safety
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Nov. 11-14: Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund/USHJA Emerging Athletes Program National Training Session, Painesville, Ohio
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Nov. 12-14: Frank Madden Clinic, Blackjack Farms, Birmingham, Ala.
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Nov. 12-14: USHJA Horsemanship Quiz Challenge Nationals, Painesville, Ohio
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Nov. 15-21: Marshall & Sterling Insurance/USHJA National Championships
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Nov. 23-28: Zone 4 Horse of the Year Championship, SFHJA Annual Charity, Wellington, Fla.
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USHJA Sponsors & Partners |
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Photos: Shawn McMillen Photography, Phelps Media Group, Andrew Ryback Photography, US Equestrian, Tricia Booker, SAS Equine Photography, Louise Taylor, Terisé Cole, Jump Media, ESI Photography, EQ Media, Kristin Rover and Rachel Sowinski. |
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United States Hunter Jumper Association | (859) 225-6700 | ushja.org |
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