Frequently Asked Questions - USEF Endurance Competition Lite
USEF Endurance Lite was created as a program with the purpose of assisting both athletes and competition organizers in the transition to USEF-licensed competitions and growing the sport of endurance at a national level.
Posted on Mar 2, 2021
FEI Announces Valerie Kanavy (USA) New Member of Endurance Temporary Committee
Valerie Kanavy (USA), the former athlete representative on the Endurance Committee, is to replace her compatriot Dr Margaret (Meg) Sleeper on the Temporary Committee set up in October to urgently review the Endurance rules in order to address the issues currently affecting the discipline.
Posted on Dec 5, 2018
New Zealand Endurance Horse Euthanized
It is with great regret that we confirm that the horse Barack Obama (FEI 102TG75), ridden by Team New Zealand’s Jenny Champion (10017709) in the Endurance Championship at the FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018 on Wednesday (12 September), has been euthanized this afternoon.
Posted on Oct 15, 2018
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Kentucky Horse Park Offers Help to Hurricane Irma Evacuees
Lexington, KY- The Kentucky Horse Park has opened stabling to horses that are being evacuated from areas expected to be impacted by Hurricane Irma. 200 stalls are available on a first-come, first-serve basis beginning today until September 17 for $20...
Posted on Jul 16, 2018
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Wellness Wednesday: "Gut Rocks" in Horses
Enteroliths are one of the many causes of colic in the horse. The word comes from “entero” which means intestine or gut, and “lith” which means stone. They are actually concrete-like balls that form in the intestinal tract and eventually often cause...
Posted on Jul 16, 2018
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Test Your Trailer Brakes Like a Pro
We all know that gut-wrenching feeling of coming too close to another car’s tail lights. For the safety of ourselves, our cargo, our horses, and others on the road, it’s important to prepare for those scary moments when a car veers in front of your...
Posted on Jul 16, 2018
Show You Care About Equestrian Aid Foundation
Don’t miss the 67th Annual SFHJA Charity Horse Show! The SFHJA Charity Horse Show celebrates 67 years with top-notch hunter, jumper, equitation and pony competition. The event is a US Equestrian premier, five-star show and offers over $166,000 in...
Posted on Jul 16, 2018
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How to Winterize a Trailer in 5 Practical Steps
It’s that time of year when we all start to ask ourselves, “how can it already be this time of year?!” Whether you spend the warmer months camping, attending horse shows, or both, it can feel like every winter arrives sooner than the last. Before you...
Posted on Jul 16, 2018
AHA’s Tabitha Bell Wins the 2017 USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award
Lexington, KY. – US Equestrian (USEF) is pleased to announce that Tabitha Bell is the recipient of the 2017 USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award. This award recognizes outstanding youth members for their achievements and identifies potential future leaders...
Posted on Jul 16, 2018
Ever Wonder How Cold It Gets Inside Your Horse Trailer?
Temperatures inside horse trailers are a concern to all when doing long distance hauling. Endurance rider Jo Christensen from Montana learned a lot on a recent trip when she installed a temperature monitor in her trailer. We tend to haul very long...
Posted on Jul 16, 2018