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"100 Years in Harness" now available!
The U.S. Trotting Association, publisher of Hoof Beats, is pleased to announce that copies of its newest publication "100 Years in Harness" are now in stock. ... Read the full article

Harness Racing Awards Celebration to Be Held at Racetrack Near Philadelphia
HARRISBURG, Pa., Jan. 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A "Celebration of Pennsylvania Harness Racing" is slated for Sunday, Feb. 10, at the Harrah's Chester Casino & Racetrack near Philadelphia. The event kicks off with a reception at 5:30 p.m., foll ... Read the full article

New Pennsylvania Harness Racing Facility Opens
HARRISBURG, Pa., Sept. 18 /PRNewswire/ -- The grand opening today of Pennsylvania's first new harness track in 41 years, Harrah's Chester Casino and Racetrack in Chester, represents a major advancement for the state's agricultural industry and econom ... Read the full article

New Driving Instructor and Driver Certification from the Certified Horsemanship Association
(February 2009) – The Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) recently developed a new program – Driving Instructor and Driver Certification. This new program is for driving instructors who teach group lessons in the camp or commercial driving scho ... Read the full article

Standardbred Horse Sale at Farm Show Complex is World's Largest
More than 2,000 Horses to Be Sold through Saturday HARRISBURG, Pa., Nov. 6 /PRNewswire/ -- The world's largest standardbred horse sale is being held at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center through Saturday, Nov. 11, Agriculture Secr ... Read the full article

Camps for Kids the Equestrian Way
If you are looking for a fun and educational way for your child to spend the summer, consider sending them to an equestrian camp. A variety of camps are available for your horse-lover regardless of skill level or interest. Sending your child to an equestrian camp can not only provide them with a summer activity, but also give them hands on experience working with horses, learning a variety of equestrian sports and teaching them responsibility. ... Read the full article

USTA, Harness Racing Museum to Host Equine Job Fair April 29
Seeking employment in the horse world? The U.S. Trotting Association, publisher of Hoof Beats, and Harness Racing Museum will hold an equine job fair from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 29. The event, which will have representatives from about 20 ... Read the full article

Virginia International Polo Club Announces 2008 Junior Camp Dates
The Virginia International Polo Club, the only all-inclusive polo facility in the Mid-Atlantic region, will host three Junior Camps for children looking for an interesting alternative to the traditional summer camp. Each four-day camp will teach students, ages 10-18, basic horsemanship, riding and polo skills. Under the care of the attentive Polo School teachers, students will learn proper technique, receive stick and ball lessons and participate in practice chukkers. ... Read the full article

Former AHP President Les Ford dies
Leslie P. Ford, 84, the editor of the Harness Horse magazine for 23 years, died October 21, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. ... Read the full article

Now is the Perfect Time to Find a Summer Camp or Riding Lesson Facility Near You
Summer is just around the corner and parents will be looking for riding camps for their kids. Look no further. To find a summer camp, riding stable, trail ride program or instructor near you simply log onto the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) online directory at www.CHAinstructors.com and go searching. ... Read the full article

Summer Camp Returns to Pine Ridge Equestrian Center for Kids Who Love Horses
Passaic County, NJ - May 8, 2007 - Horse crazed kids with a penchant for learning about all things equestrian can make the most of their summer holiday at the Pine Ridge Equestrian Center's annual summer camp. Pine Ridge Equestrian Center is located ... Read the full article

Spring Break Riding Camp Offered at Pine Ridge Equestrian Center in April
Daily Sessions Feature 5 Hours at West Milford Stable Including Riding Lessons, Grooming, Games & Fun West Milford, NJ – March 4, 2008– Pine Ridge Equestrian Center (40 Stephens Road, West Milford, NJ – 973-728-0163) will offer riding camp during ... Read the full article

The Ultimate Love Story
Joe Camp was depressed. Recent setbacks had left him in shock not knowing what he was to do with the rest of his life. Kathleen, his wife, knew about his love of horses and surprised him on his birthday with a six-hour trail ride. She was terrified through the entire experience because of a childhood mishap, but Joe never knew. Three weeks later she swallowed hard and encouraged his wish to acquire three horses of their very own. “Only if you really want to,” he said. “Only if you can love them as I do. Only if you’ll help.” Kathleen promised she would. She had no idea how deeply her fears ran. ... Read the full article

World's Largest Standardbred Horse Sale to be Held at Farm Show Complex
More than 2,320 Horses to Be Sold through Saturday HARRISBURG, Pa., Nov.1 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center will host the world's largest standardbred horse sale Nov. 5 - 10. The slots-enhanced Breed ... Read the full article

AYHC Recognizes Leadership in the Youth Horse Industry
Strong adult and peer leadership and initiative are the backbone of the youth-horse industry and vital in transforming today’s youths into tomorrow’s leaders. The American Youth Horse Council’s (AYHC) National Leader of the Year award, sponsored by the Certified Horsemanship Association, the AYHC National Student Leader of the Year, sponsored by Oster Professional Products and the AYHC Distinguished Service Award, sponsored by Western Horseman Magazine, and the AYHC Partnership Award, sponsored by Purina Mills, are presented at the annual National Youth Horse Leader’s Symposium. The AYHC Awards and Recognition Committee review each nomination and scores each candidate based on involvement in and contributions to the youth-horse industry and the horse world in general. The winners were announced on March 1, 2008 at the 31st Annual National Youth Horse Leaders Symposium, held in Raleigh, NC. AYHC President Christy Landwehr commented on the awards, “What an honor it was to present awards to such and amazing group of individuals at our Youth Leaders Celebration Awards Banquet. I have known most of them for many years and have personally witnessed what they have done to promote the youth horse industry. They are all well deserved recipients.” ... Read the full article

Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center Concludes Successful Summer Camp Sessions
Loxahatchee, FL- July 2, 2009 - The Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center (VTRC) has recently complete three successful summer camp sessions at their beautiful Palm Beach County facility. The camp ran from June 9 - 26 and each session lasted one week. ... Read the full article

Newman's Own To Sponsor 2008 EQUUS Equestrian Idol
WESTPORT, CT - December 15, 2007 - The EQUUS Foundation is pleased to announce that Newman's Own will be an underwriting sponsor for the upcoming EQUUS Equestrian Idol Musical Talent Show on Saturday, February 9, 2008, in Wellington, Florida. "We are ... Read the full article

Governor Rendell Announces Improvements to Horse and Harness Racing Administration
HARRISBURG, Pa., Jan. 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- To improve equine racing operations in Pennsylvania, Governor Edward G. Rendell today announced the consolidation of the administrative offices for thoroughbred and standardbred racing. The state ... Read the full article

It's the Perfect Time to Find a Summer Camp or Horseback Riding Lesson Facility Near You
(April 2009) Summer is just around the corner and parents will be looking for horseback riding camps for their kids. Look no further. To find a summer camp, riding stable, trail ride program or instructor near you simply log onto the Certified Horsem ... Read the full article

Harness Racing Produces It's Youngest Millionaire
Tim Tetrick won the Meadowlands Pace with Southwind Lynx to mark his second million-dollar victory of the year following his win in the Art Rooney Pace with Southwind Lynx on June 2, 2007. The Art Rooney Pace made Tetrick, 25, the youngest driver eve ... Read the full article