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ReRun and 4-H: A Great Combo for Recycled Thoroughbreds
A 4-H club that is working with ex-racehorses could provide a template for similar organizations across the state to give these deserving animals a new life Courtsey of Serenity At Last FarmThe Above...
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Centenary College Student on the Road to Equestrian Success
Winning the U.S. Hunter Jumper Association's Emerging Athletes Program finals gives freshman Katie Haley a leg up on a promising career Tricia Booker/For The Star-LedgerCentenary College freshman...
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In the Season of Giving, Be Careful Where You Make Donations
A state lawsuit against a horse rescue group that was not registered as a charity underlines the warning,`Donor Beware,' and should prompt the generous to do a thorough check before writing a check...
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Years are No Barrier to Eventing Excellence for Award Winners
The three-phase sport offers challenges and excitement for mature riders as well as the young Nancy Jaffer/For The Star-LedgerU.S. Eventing Association national award winner Wendy Leich Furlong with...
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Looking Back at 2010 and Ahead to 2011 for Equestrian Sports
The spotlight was on the World Equestrian Games, safety and unwanted horses during the last 12 months, and the latter two will continue to get attention next year Nancy Jaffer/For The...
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Efforts are Under Way to Avoid Massive Duplication of Hunter/Jumper Shows
The N.J. Professional Horsemen's Association and the N.J. Horse Shows Association are trying to coordinate show dates so competition isn't watered down at unrecognized shows Nancy Jaffer/For The...
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Equine Science Center Director Ponies Up for Her Favorite Cause
Loss of state funding prompts Karyn Malinowski to make a donation to an important asset for the state's horse industry, hoping her action will prompt others to do the same Bruce Yarock/For The...
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Mandatory Across-the-Board Protective Headgear Rule for Riders is on the Horizon
U.S. Equestrian Federation officials would like to see everyone who rides on the grounds of a recognized show wearing helmets, and the tide seems to be turning in that direction with increasing...
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Service is the Spirit of the Horse for Peter Cofrancesco III
Sparta quarter horse breeder, who is being honored by the state for his efforts on behalf of the industry, is preparing to take over as the president of the American Quarter Horse Association, the...
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Mandatory Helmet Rules Passed by U.S. Equestrian Federation
New protective headgear regulations for eventing and dressage at national shows are likely the forerunners for similar measure in other divisions Organizers are gearing up for May's Jersey Fresh event...
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A New National Horse Show is Being Planned
While a contract with the Kentucky Horse Park has yet to be signed, anticipation already is building for what the 128-year-old show can achieve in the high-profile venue Nancy Jaffer/For The...
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The Future of U.S. Driving is Still Important to Tucker Johnson
Though he retired from combined driving after winning a pair of medals at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, Tucker Johnson is still helping to steer the sport he loves Nancy Jaffer/For The...
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Gladstone Driving Competition Makes a Comeback This Spring
After an absence of two years, the Gladstone Driving Event has been retooled as the Gladstone Horse Driving Trials, with many new volunteers who are excited about its prospects Nancy Jaffer/For The...
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Rutgers Young Horse Auction Will Be Taking a Break
Well-known program that has aided in research and found homes for horses in need is going on sabbatical after this spring's sale on the Cook Campus Sarah Ralston/For The Star-LedgerRU Firedance and...
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Extraordinary Volunteer Dr. Stephen Dey Will Be Missed
Dr. Stephen Dey, a veterinarian who gave his time and effort to many causes both in and out of the equestrian world, died Monday Nancy Jaffer/For The Star-LedgerDr. Stephen Dey, presenting the Jersey...
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U.S. Revs Up for London Olympics with Nations' Cup Victory
American squad overcomes key rival Canada to top the only show jumping Cup in the U.S. Nancy Jaffer/For The Star-LedgerMcLain Ward scored a double-clear with Sapphire in the USA's only Nations' Cup to...
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U.S. Dressage Is On The Rise
A successful edition of the World Dressage Masters and continuation of the 5-star fixture here, along with plans for a new dressage complex in Wellington should help the discipline grow and thrive in...
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New Jersey's Largest Horse Show is Set to Rebound This Spring
With last year's weather problems behind them, Garden State Horse Show organizers are expecting a big turnout and even have added a preview show as they mark the 60th anniversary of the Junior Essex...
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Buffed Chrome is Golden in the Palomino Ranks
New Jersey mare dominates her breed's national honors A.M. Ambrose Jr./For The Star-LedgerThe Palomino Horse Breeders of America's 2010 championships were dominated by "Team Buffy": Laurel DeMattio,...
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It's Time for Gillette to Realize Her Rolex Dream
Pottersville rider has overcome adversity to qualify for the 4-star event that has attracted some of the world's best competitors Nancy Jaffer/For The Star-LedgerHeather Gillette of Pottersville is...
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