Equestrian Sport
It may not be everyone’s idea of a dream internship. But 18-year-old Michael Desiderio of Chester is up to the task of serving as an assistant to the notoriously demanding U.S. show jumping coach, George Morris, when he gives clinics across the country. From NJ.com. Read more >>
Equine Welfare
AHC plans wide-ranging forum on horse safety, welfare
The American Horse Council (AHC) is putting together what it believes will be “the most inclusive presentation on safety and welfare ever assembled” June 16 at its annual National Issues Forum, focusing on “Welfare of the Horse.” From DVM360. Read more >>
In Other News
Riders saddle up for a good cause
Breast Cancer awareness took on an equestrian theme yesterday, with all horses in the Melbourne 3 Day Event getting tickled pink for charity. From The Herald Sun. Read more >>
Helmet law is signed by Gov. Crist
Nicole Hornstein was riding a horse when the animal stumbled and fell, tossing her and her head slammed into the pavement. From The Sun-Sentinel. Read more >>
Ally Bank’s ‘Would you like a pony?’ ad: Love it!
Maybe it’s because, as a little boy, my mom told me I could have anything I wanted if I’d jump off the diving board into the deep end of the pool during my swim lessons at the YMCA. From Entertainment Weekly. Read more >>
