Thank you for being a Zone 5 member! Save the date for the USHJA National Championships, attend USHJA Virtual Town Halls, apply for scholarships and more. |
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Save the Date for the 2021 USHJA National Championships |
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The USHJA National Championships are set to return to The Las Vegas National on November 15-21, 2021*! Information regarding qualifying for this year's championships will be released in the coming months.
*Pending USEF approval
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Last Chance to Apply for the USHJA Emerging Athletes Program |
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Sessions in or near Zone 5 include:
- June 14-18 at the Ned. R. McWherter Agricultural Pavilion on The University of Tennessee at Martin's Campus in Martin, Tenn., led by Candice King and stable manager Colleen Reed
- June 21-25 at University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio, led by Jim Wofford and stable manager Anne Thornbury
- July 5-9 at Ledges Sporting Horses and Show Grounds in Roscoe, Ill., led by Julie Winkel and stable manager Colleen Reed
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Dates for Zone HOTY Championship and Special Classes |
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You won't want to miss 2021 USHJA Zone Horse of the Year Championships, which provide members with an opportunity to earn championship points toward year-end USHJA Zone HOTY awards, as well as other special classes.
Zone 5 Horse of the Year Hunter and Jumper Championship
Sept. 15-19
Showplace Fall Classic I, Wayne, Ill.
Zone 5 Horsemanship Class
Sept. 24
The Kentucky National Horse Show, Lexington, Ky.
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A balanced horse can be divided into three equal sections.
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Scroll down to the bottom of eNews for the answer. Register to participate in HQC here. |
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Mark Your Calendar for USHJA Town Halls |
There are several USHJA Town Halls with USHJA President Mary Knowlton, formerly Babick, coming up that you can participate in!
- April 19, 7 p.m. ET, for Zones 1-5
- May 24, 7 p.m. ET, all members
- July 19, 7 p.m. ET, all members
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Fun Team Championships to Aim for in 2021 |
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July 21-25, 2021
Showplace Summertime III
Lamplight Equestrian Center
Wayne, Ill.
No qualifying, but riders must meet eligibility requirements.
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August 4-8, 2021
Great Lakes Equestrian Festival V, Traverse City, Mich.
Application deadline and qualifying ends: June 20, 2021
Early applications due: April 10
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August 4-8, 2021
Great Lakes Equestrian Festival V, Traverse City, Mich.
Application deadline and qualifying ends: June 20, 2021
Early applications due: April 10
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August 10-15, 2021
Great Lakes Equestrian Festival
Traverse City, Mich.
Application deadline and qualifying ends: June 21
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August 10-15, 2021
US Pony Finals presented by Honor Hill Farms
Lexington, Ky.
Application deadline: July 5
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(Prix des States)
October 14-16
Pennsylvania National Horse Show, Harrisburg, Pa.
Application deadline and qualifying ends: August 31
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USHJA Recognized Riding Academy Spotlight: True Course |
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Tell us a little about your program and who you serve.
At True Course, we do a wonderful job with all of our students. We enjoy teaching all levels, from beginners to our most advanced students in all aspects of riding.
What made you want to become a Recognized Riding Academy?
True Course became a Recognized Riding Academy to further our growth and education within our horse community.
Briefly tell us about your star lesson horse and why he/she is the best lesson horse around!
Our star lesson horse is Stella. She has been with us for 13 years. Stella is able to adjust to the level of her rider. She requires them all to pay attention, but is always kind and safe.
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Have You Enrolled Your Young Jumper |
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Debuting in 2021, the USHJA Young Jumper Championships will serve as the national championship for young Jumpers in the United States, allowing talented prospects to be showcased by owners, breeders and riders and shown at the national level.
2021 USHJA Young Jumper Championships
Traverse City Fall Horse Show
Traverse City, Michigan
September 8-12, 2021
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Mark your calendars for these upcoming USHJA Webinars:
Equine Business Basics
April 26, 7 p.m. ET
Returning speaker Holly Frenzel, from the Equine Business Basic webinar, comes back to explain how to make QuickBooks work for your equine business.
Stand Out: Bridle Fit and Attire
May 25, 7 p.m. ET
Stand out in the Hunter Breeding ring, Equitation ring and everywhere in between with bridle fit tips from Hunter/Equitation Judge and Hunter Breeding Official Sue Lightner.
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Past webinars can also be viewed on demand here. |
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Check Out the USHJA Show Jumping Rider Ranking List |
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The USHJA Show Jumping Rider Ranking List is a master ranking list organized nationally as well as regionally, where Jumper riders earn points by earning money in specific Grand Prix or special classes at competitions.
Classes are organized into two levels, Level 1 and Level 2, based on fence height, prize money and other specifications.
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USHJA Affiliate Member Organization News |
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American National Riding Commission
Just Launched! ANRC Forward Riding Proficiency Program
ANRC has just launched this exciting new educational program and grant opportunity for aspiring equestrians. Riders, middle school age through adult, that ride at the novice, intermediate, or advanced levels are eligible to enroll in the Forward Riding Proficiency Certificate program. Having an ANRC Forward Riding Proficiency Certificate is a validation of your dedication as a rider and your degree of equestrian proficiency. Learn more.
Riders who earn an ANRC Forward Riding Proficiency Certificate are eligible to apply for a Captain Vladimir S. Littauer Continuing Education Grant. A grant recipient may apply these funds to educational equestrian activities or riding program expenses.
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- Pat Boyle, Chair
- George Thornbury, Vice Chair
- Sara Ballinger
- Otis Brown
- Joleen Dewitt
- Lisa Goldman-Smolen
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- Myron Leff
- Heather Pinnick
- Patricia Rogers
- Ryan Sassmannshausen
- Elaine Schott
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Special thanks to these members who serve our zone! For more information about the committee and contact information, click here.
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Upcoming Events and Deadlines |
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USHJA Sponsors & Partners |
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Photos: Louise Taylor, Paws and Rewind Photography, Taylor Pence/US Equestrian, Shawn McMillen Photography, Tori Bilas, Terisé Cole, Jump Media, ESI Photography, EQ Media and Rachel Sowinski. |
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HQC Quick Quiz answer: True |
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United States Hunter Jumper Association | (859) 225-6700 | ushja.org |
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