Eventing

We Are Equestrians

An Equestrian is no ordinary person, and a Horse is no ordinary animal. Amazingly inspirational video.

FEI launches global safety helmet campaign

The FEI has launched a global campaign to promote the use of protective headgear. The move comes two weeks before implementation of a new rule making the use of a properly fastened protective headgear mandatory while riding on the show grounds at FEI events.

Eagle Lion: 1985-2012

We are saddened to learn of the recent passing of Bruce Davidson's incredible partner Eagle Lion.

Event Riders Association meets FEI to discuss rules changes

Representatives from the Event Riders Association met with Giuseppe Della Chiesa, Chair of the FEI Eventing Committee, and Catrin Norinder, FEI Director Eventing & Olympic in London (GBR) on 6 December 2012 to talk through changes to the FEI Eventing Rules that will be implemented from 1 January 2013.

Ponies on the Subway in Berlin!

German commuters had a surprise the other day when they hopped on the train home from work.

Equine Canada Board Elections Underway - Be sure to vote!

Elections are underway for members to have their say on who sits on the Equine Canada Board of Directors. If you are a member, here's your chance to have some influence!

In Memoriam: Justin Llewelyn (GBR), 1952-2012

Justin Llewelyn, an FEI Steward and the familiar and distinguished voice of horse trials in Great Britain, passed away at the weekend after a year of ill health. His health deteriorated on Saturday night (8 December) and he died at his home in Lincolnshire. He was 59.

Animal Health Experts Head to Panama for Sport Horse Talks

Over 60 government representatives and veterinary and horse sport experts from 23 countries will head to Panama City next week (11-13 December) for a summit on the international movement of horses.

Main decisions taken by the FEI General Assembly

These include: removal of Associate Membership category; identification of Athlete Reps on Committees; six-month ban for FEI athletes, horses and officials participating in non FEI/NF sanctioned events; Yellow Warning Card system for athletes not complying with helmet rules...and more!