USEF Press Release
The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has named three driver-and-team combinations to the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games U.S. Driving Team. The following driver-and-team combinations have been named to the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games...
Photos courtesy Sterling CollegeMany horse lovers dream of being an Olympic show jumper, jockey, or elite barrel racer. But have you ever considered being a draft horse farmer? Even if this hasn’t been a lifelong pursuit, you can still...
When you consider famous draft horses, the Budweiser Clydesdales are probably the first to come to mind. In addition to making appearances in parades and at events across the country, they’re also the stars of the renowned Budweiser Super...
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Pleasure driving horse in a show harness with overcheck.The type of equipment you will need will vary depending on what type of horse you have and what type of driving you intend to do.
Pleasure driving classes are popular...
Driving can make a great second career for an older horse, or an intermediate step in a younger horse's training to get him accustomed to wearing tack and responding to the bit. Generally speaking, driving is easier on a...
Nearly any horse can make a good driving horse under the right circumstances. It cannot be emphasized enough, however, that if you are not an experienced driver, you must solicit the help and supervision of an experienced harness trainer...
Chester Weber of Ocala, FL, is now in possession of the 2009 Kentucky Cup, which was a test event for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, and a record 7th...
No doubt you’ve seen photos or artwork depicting a troika, which is a traditional Russian sleigh pulled by a trio of horses. The center horse of the troika moves at a fast, extended trot. The two outside horses, called...
Anyone who has witnessed, or been involved in, an accident with a horse-drawn vehicle knows how horrific the consequences can be. Because most horses are hard-wired to run now, think later,you can never be absolutely certain you won't have...
