COVID-19 Pandemic Updates

COVD 19

In an unprecedented situation for the whole world, we are all affected in some way by the Corona Virus COVID-19 Pandemic. We at HorsesDaily will be posting a few key updates, as it affects the equestrian world.

Basically everything through April is cancelled, with all other events carefully monitoring the situation and taking all precautions.

Those in our communities are finding ways to continue to care for and train their equines, students, manage their businesses, and stay healthy. The entire world has come together to deal with this, and the situation is changing daily. 

In the spirit of positivity, we plan to share how some of our colleagues are coping by finding creative ways to manage their lives during this time. 

USEF
COVID-19 Pandemic Updates

USEF COVID-19 Action Plan Update

USEF Will Implement New Protocols Regarding the Use of Face Coverings/Masks at USEF-Licensed Competitions. Below is a letter from Thomas F. X. O’Mara, President of US Equestrian.

Posted on May 13, 2021

Distanced Spectators
COVID-19 Pandemic Updates, USEF

Spectators Allowed After May 2021 at USEF Sanctioned Competitions

Dr. Mark Hart, USEF Chief Medical Officer stated, “In the spirit of moving our sport forward and recognizing the ever-changing dynamics of the Covid-19 pandemic resulting from the increasing number of distributed vaccines, we are working to finalize the specific protocols related to a measured return of spectator attendance.

Posted on Apr 15, 2021

Mary and the Ponies
COVID-19 Pandemic Updates, Black Prong Equestrian Village, American Driving Society

American Driving Society Adjusts COVID Action Plan Rules

The ADS has recently released a memo to members on recent updates, which now allows competitors on carriages to not wear a mask. It will be required at other times as noted in the following statement.

Posted on Mar 10, 2021

Townsend
Kentucky Three-Day Event, Kentucky Horse Park, COVID-19 Pandemic Updates

Fundraising Effort to Save the Kentucky Three Day Event Reaches Half Their Goal in 24 Hours

Here's how you can help. Without the commitment to allow the spectators, EEI simply could not go forward, but the support to help make this happen in spite of not being able to (at this time) allow spectators has been overwhelming.

Posted on Feb 7, 2021

Live Oak 2022
Live Oak International, COVID-19 Pandemic Updates

Breaking News - Live Oak 2021 Cancelled

Live Oak International is the largest spectator event in Ocala and hosting an event without spectators is not our vision. While safety and logistics are of first priority, not being able to host an event to the standard of which makes our tournament so special was also a contributing factor. Live Oak International is memorable for its large supportive crowds, vibrant atmosphere, team-spirited volunteers, and hands down an incredible experience! Without these moments, the tournament would not be truly Live Oak International.

Posted on Oct 28, 2020

Valkenswaard
COVID-19 Pandemic Updates, FEI World Driving Championships for Four-in-Hand

FEI World Driving Championships for Four-In-Hand Latest Victim of COVD

Everyone runs this risk everywhere we go to show in today’s world. At any moment someone can tap you on the shoulder and say 'the show is over'. And that is exactly what happened in Valkenswaard (NED) October 1, just 6 days from the beginning of the FEI World Driving Championships for Horses.

Posted on Oct 3, 2020

US Dressage Finals, COVID-19 Pandemic Updates

USDF Dressage Finals Cancelled

To the USDF Members and US Dressage Finals Competitors, Volunteers, Sponsors, Vendors, and Supporters, Once again, I find myself writing a letter to all of you that I had not anticipated writing. With much regret, yet with my full confidence in the...

Posted on Sep 17, 2020

The London International Horse Show
Olympia, The London International Horse Show, COVID-19 Pandemic Updates

Euro News - 2020 CDI-W London at the Olympia Horse Show Cancelled

The Organising Committee of Olympia, The London International Horse Show, announced today that with great regret it has taken the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Show

Posted on Sep 16, 2020

National Horse Show
National Horse Show, COVID-19 Pandemic Updates

2020 National Horse Show COVID-19 Protocols Released

The COVID-19 Protocols for the 2020 National Horse Show are now available for review. Scheduled to be held at the Kentucky Horse Park from October 23 - November 1, the National Horse Show is looking forward to hosting top equestrian sport in a safe environment for all competitors.

Posted on Sep 15, 2020

Lillie Keenan by SportFot
Brought to you by Haygain USA, COVID-19 Pandemic Updates

The Upside of Downtime With Young Showjumping Professional Lillie Keenan

Young show jumping professional Lillie Keenan made a pact with herself when it became clear the COVID-driven competition closures would last a while. "I'm going to be better coming out of this than when I went in." That's saying something for an equestrian already sitting at #10 on the U.S. rankings going into the shut-down in March.

Posted on Aug 26, 2020

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