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ACTHA Forms Liaison with EMSA, the Equestrian Medical Safety Association

ACTHA Forms Liaison with EMSA, the Equestrian Medical Safety Association  ACTHA’s President Robin Tilghman, and current president of the Equestrian Medical Safety Association Dr. Debbie Stanitski have announced they have joined forces in creating a liaison for the promotion of rider helmets, accident prevention, risk reduction and safety on the trail. Dr. Stanitski, a former pediatric orthopedic surgeon who sustained […]
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USA EQUESTRIAN TRUST OPENS 2015 GRANTS PROGRAM FOR EQUINE NON-PROFITS

USA EQUESTRIAN TRUST OPENS 2015 GRANTS PROGRAM FOR EQUINE NON-PROFITS Applications due Monday, May 4 March 18, 2015 — Lexington, KY — USA Equestrian Trust is pleased to announce it is now accepting proposals from IRS-registered equine non-profit organizations for its 2015 grants program. In 2014, the Trust awarded nearly $300,000 to help fund nearly 20 projects. To submit an application, […]
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Strides® teaches non-verbal children

Strides® teaches non-verbal children how to find their voice, acquire language and communication skills, while enjoying the benefits of therapeutic riding. STAT strives for equality of people with disabilities in a society without barriers and to help those affected reach their full potential. STAT provides community engagement programs that serve individuals with special needs. Our unique and innovative programs are […]
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Giving animals a voice is very special work

Giving animals a voice is very special work By, Eden Scott Cross What is your animal friend thinking… wouldn’t you love to know?  Maybe you need to know what’s going on inside of them… how is she feeling… is the medicine making him feel worse? Does my best friend want the surgery? Why doesn’t she like this new trainer?  Why […]
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Events

Maker’s Mark Secretariat Center Shows Kentucky Pride at Annual Fundraiser

Maker’s Mark Secretariat Center Shows Kentucky Pride at Annual Fundraiser Sips ‘N Saddles Showcases Premiere Kentucky Bourbon, Local Food, Music and More to Raise Money for Retired Racehorses Lexington, KY. September 19, 2014 – Kentucky’s reputation is built on horses and bourbon. The Maker’s Mark Secretariat Center (MMSC) paid homage to both at the second annual Sips ‘N Saddles on Friday, […]
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HORSES DANCED FOR CHARITY

HORSES DANCED FOR CHARITY  RIDE 4 HOPE RAISED $4902.40 FOR ST. JUDE’S  Kunkletown, Pennsylvania, September 3, 2014: On Saturday, August 9th, horses and their riders competed in the Ride 4 Hope Musical Challenge to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The competition, held at Hidden Creek Equestrian Center, Kunkletown, PA, featured pairs of one, two, or four horses […]
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What Separates ACTHA from Other Trail Organizations

What Separates ACTHA from Other Trail Organizations For many of us the decision to join a trail organization is a major step with a variety of factors involved.  Does the organization offer multiple divisions, how close are events in my area, and what is the total cost outlay are just a few.   If supporting a worthy cause is just as […]
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Europe

WW1 – the silver lining

WW1 – the silver lining World War One claimed the lives of several million horses, but in a twist of fate, it also helped to save many horses too. For in its aftermath, one very bold charity which was founded by a WW1 prisoner of war, sought to campaign against British horses’ needless and gruelling journeys to slaughter. In time, […]
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DESIGN CONTEST LAUNCHES ISRAEL EQUESTRIAN NON-PROFIT

DESIGN CONTEST LAUNCHES ISRAEL EQUESTRIAN NON-PROFIT ‘T.E.A.M. ISRAEL’ TO AWARD $1,000 CASH PRIZE FOR REDESIGN OF ISRAELI EQUESTRIAN TEAM’S COMPETITION JACKET (JERUSALEM, Israel – January 13, 2014) T.E.A.M. Israel – The Equine Athletics Mission Israel (www.team-israel.org), a non-profit organization dedicated to positively impacting Israeli society through the development of a robust equestrian culture, announced today that it is sponsoring a […]
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Opening Hearts and Changing Lives at Horses 4 Hope

Opening Hearts and Changing Lives at Horses 4 Hope Opening Hearts and Changing Lives at Horses 4 Hope a spirithorse licensed therapeutic riding center Located in Mt. Bethel, Pa. Horses 4 Hope with spirithorse is unique in that it is the only centers in America that provide all private therapeutic horseback riding services. FREE of charge to people with disabilities, […]