The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is selling these bracelets so that we can show our support of the US equestrian team, the Olympic equestrian team, and young riders. All proceeds go to the US Olympic Committee and the North American Junior and Young Rider Championships.
The red, white, and blue bands are emblazoned with the [...]

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At 6:04 pm this Saturday, 21 of the top 3-year-old Thoroughbreds will step into the gate at Churchill Downs for the running of the 2008 Kentucky Derby. People in big, wild hats will watch from the sidelines and infield clutching their betting tickets and cheering on their favorites. Millions around the world will tune in [...]

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Yes, today I bought … I know it’s difficult to believe … western style Ariat boots.
It’s one thing to say I embrace and appreciate all riding disciplines. It’s another thing completely to show it in my footwear!
I’m a huntseat rider, have always been a huntseat rider, and always will be a huntseat rider.  I like [...]

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Hopeful owners, trainers, and jockeys are sending horses to prep races and hoping that their 2008 Kentucky Derby odds will be good. Handicappers, bettors, and fans in general are watching the prep races to see who is most likely to take the 134th Run For the Roses. And every year it’s in the back [...]

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You probably don’t know, but besides being an avid horse blogger, cat owner, wife, and therapeutic riding volunteer, I’m also an internet marketing professional.
My job rocks. I work for a guy who is recognized as one of the best in the business (he speaks at all of the major industry conferences where he receives the [...]

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(scroll down to watch videos of 2008 Bud Clydesdales, Shaq on horseback, and Big Ben American Idol ads)
I’m a Steelers fan, so I’ll admit, I was pretty pleased that the Giants managed to pull off the upset on the Patriots last night. I mean, two out of the three years the Pats won the Super [...]

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The FEI World Equestrian Games, featuring top riders from around the world in eight equestrian disciplines, are being held outside Europe for the first time since their inception in 1990. These world championships of equestrian sports will be held at our very own Kentucky Horse Park September 25-October 10, 2010. The WEG comes around every [...]

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