Endurance Canada
WEG 2010
July 30, 2010
Endurance Canada Announces WEG Squad and Alternate Riders
Ottawa, ON—The Endurance Canada International Committee is pleased to announce the squad and alternates who will represent Canada at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) to be held in Lexington, KY September 25–October 10, 2010.
Endurance Canada WEG Squad
Rider HomeTown Horse
Elroy Karius Kelowna, BC Apache Eclypse
Gail Jewell Kelowna, BC NL Temptation
Robert Gielen Norton, NB F.C. Galaxy
Ruth Sturley Owen Sound, ON RBF Super Sport
Yvette Vinton Morriston, FL Teese
Alternates
Gail Jewell Kelowna, BC Diamond Reo
Terre O'Brennan Delta, BC Koszaar
Carol Steiner Vanessa, ON Jumpin' Jax
Kathy Irvine Blackfoot, AB Nightwind's Savanah
Trisha Dowling Saskatoon, SK ZF Mocha
Gail Jewell Kelowna, BC A Salisbury Rose
Leanna Marchant Calgary, AB Samsons Fire
Nomination/Selection Criteria for the WEG can be found on the Equine Canada website: www.equinecanada.ca
(under ‘disciplines’ – Endurance landing page –
"WEG SELECTION CRITERIA")
Please note: To reach the French version of the WEG criteria, you need to be in the French side of the Endurance landing page, then click the link.
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Thursday, July 29, 2010
2010 WEG: WEG: Kentucky State Vet's Office Safeguards Equine Athletes at Games
Thehorse.com - Full Article
by: Press Release
July 28 2010, Article # 16706
The Kentucky state veterinarian's office has the yeoman's responsibility to regulate and manage the importation of an estimated 800 horses representing 62 countries that are scheduled to participate in the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Sept. 25-Oct. 10 at the Kentucky Horse Park near Lexington.
"The World Equestrian Games are far greater in size and scope than anything the state veterinarian's office has managed before," Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer said. "However, the staff of the state veterinarian's office has vast experience in equine health and works several large-scale and high-profile events every year. These equine athletes couldn't be in better hands."
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The Endurance Canada International committee is pleased to release the Ranked Riders & Horse for the upcoming World Equestrian Games in Lexington, KY September 26, 2010.
Last Name |
Rider Score |
Horse Name |
Horse Score |
Total Horse Rider Score |
Karius |
4,664.08 |
Apache Eclypse |
5,409.84 |
10,073.92 |
Jewell |
4,153.36 |
NL Temptation |
5,711.80 |
9,865.16 |
Gielen |
3,959.04 |
F.C. Galaxy |
5,282.30 |
9,241.34 |
Sturley |
3,379.36 |
RBF Super Sport |
4,955.04 |
8,334.40 |
Vinton |
4,416.08 |
Teese |
3,691.24 |
8,107.32 |
Jewell |
4,153.36 |
Diamond Reo |
3,029.50 |
7,182.86 |
O'Brennan |
2,672.40 |
Koszaar |
4,352.20 |
7,024.60 |
Steiner |
3,158.40 |
Jumpin' Jax |
3,582.24 |
6,740.64 |
Irvine |
2,097.12 |
Nightwind's Savanah |
4,106.20 |
6,203.32 |
Dowling |
2,290.40 |
ZF Mocha |
3,689.00 |
5,979.40 |
Jewell |
4,153.36 |
A Salisbury Rose |
1,219.00 |
5,372.36 |
Marchant |
1,073.60 |
Samsons Fire |
2,522.00 |
3,595.60 |
I know how hard all of the contenders for these positions have worked to get qualified to represent Canada at these games. I congratulate all of you on your efforts. We wish each and every one of you good luck in the pursuit of your goals. Good luck and good sportsmanship!
As per the WEG Selection Criteria this publishing of the Ranked Rider & Horse list triggers a 48 hour window within which any final discrepancies may be reported to the ECI Secretary. Thereafter Final Squad and Alternates list will be published on or before August 7, 2010.
Myna Cryderman
Chair of ECI
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2010 Games Ticket Prices Lowered for Early Rounds in Special Promotion
Offer Available Through September 6th
LEXINGTON, KY—71 days to Go— Select tickets for Dressage, Endurance, Eventing, Jumping and Reining competitions at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games are now available at with a 30 percent savings in a special promotion.
The reduced prices will be available in a limited time offer, starting at 10 a.m. EDT on July 15 and run through the Labor Day weekend, ending on September 6.
To view the promotional prices and purchase tickets, visit www.alltechfeigames.com/tickets, www.ticketmaster.com, call 1-888-934-2010, or visit your local Ticketmaster outlet.
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Sunday, 11 July 2010 13:17
The Namibian WEG Team - The Long Road from Africa
Three Namibian girls gain qualifications to ride for the Namibian Endurance team on US horses at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. “It’s an awesome feeling,” said 19 year old, Anna Wucher. “We're happy to finally get to say we're going to the WEG and not if, when, and maybe! We are all very excited and hope we do well there, too!”
Pamela Burton, Burton Graphics & Photojournalism
The three girls have been working and training at Darolyn Butler’s Cypress Trails Ranch in South Texas near Houston. Kordula Voigts, 24, was the first to arrive. “Dulie is an excellent rider, but had no previous endurance experience before she started riding with me in April of 2008,” said Butler. “She's a brilliant horsewoman and perhaps the most compassionate, yet effective trainer I've ever known. She's turned three different, almost man-eater horses completely around. Duli is also unbelievable help in organizing the training schedule, the packing up on the trips and generally very pleasant to be around. The other ladies have only been here four months, but they are equally as nice and I'm growing to love these ‘lil gals too.”
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July 9 2010
South African Team Selected for the WEG
Dominique van Zyl - Bambinella, Lani van Gerve - Arkab Legato, and Eone' Willemse - Shamwari, have qualified and been selected to represent South Africa in Endurance at the WEG2010.
Though Dominique qualified on the South African horse Prins in 2009 at Schanskraal, she chose to qualify on a Brazilian mare, Bambinella, due to the strict quarantine restritions on South African horses. Both horse and rider achieved their WEG qualification in March of 2010 in Brazil.
Lani van Gerve has ridden internationally in Namibia, Botswana, the USA, and as a Young Rider in Bahrain in 2005. Arkab Legato, with 4500 competitive kilometres to his name, has completed 3 Fauresmith South African Championship rides, and 8 160-km rides, including a first place and Best Condition award at the Tri-Nations and South African National
Championships, Beaufort West in 2009.
Eone' Willemse has completed 10 160-km rides on 9 different horses. She has competed internationally in Namibia, Botswana, New Zealand, and the USA.
Shamwari, owned by Megan Davis, has completed 5 160-km rides and is ranked number 3 on the National Best Condition List.
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7 July, 2010, Horseandhound.co.uk
The British endurance team heading to Kentucky for the World Equestrian Games has been confirmed.
Alice Beet, Beccy Broughton-Booker, Ros Clapp, Janice Cockley-Adams and Christine Yeoman will represent Great Britain at WEG (25 September-10 October)
And the non-travelling reserves will be Charlotte Bryd, Karen Jones, Sarah Rogerson and David Yeoman.
The team horses are yet to be announced.
"We are confident that we have a strong team, with a vast amount of experience at international and championship level, capable of competing against the best in the world for medals," said chairman of selectors, Di Latham...
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WEG Regional U.S. Endurance Team Selection Trials Held
by: Marsha Hayes
July 05 2010, Article # 16594
The quality and depth of the horses and riders vying for the five coveted spots on the United States endurance team for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrain Games were made apparent after three regional selection trials held June 20-28. "We identified some very good horses," noted Chef d'Equipe Becky Hart, three-time World Endurance Champion.
One of the horses from the WEG Endurance Trial in Oregon gets checked out in the veterinarian area.
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WEG Bicycle Rental Information
Please note the change of pricing for the rental bicycles for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.
The discounted price of $15.97 (USD) per bike per day will now be offered through July 31st.
RENTAL BICYCLE PRICING Daily Bike Rental Services available Sep 10 - Oct 13 2010 |
Amount |
PRE-PAID RENTAL RESERVATIONS Deadline July 31
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$15.97 per bike per day |
RENTAL AFTER JULY 31 or ON SITE RENTAL
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$22.48 per bike per day |
Thank you for your interest in the bicycle rental program at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Rental bikes will be available for the prices listed below. We recommend that you reserve your bicycle by July 31st. Rentals upon arrival will be limited.
Storm Endurance Sports Inc. will be responsible for any repairs and maintenance of the bikes as well as storing them at night. The Lessee is responsible for lost or stolen bicycles and will need to sign a release and waiver form. You must bring your own bicycle lock and helmet.
For Reservations:
1. You may call Storm Endurance Sports (Tel: 919-776-2453)
(Business hours: 10:00-18:00 Eastern Standard Time)
2. Or visit the online store at www.stormendurance.com
- Choose number of days for rental
- Select quantity of bicycles
- Click "Add to Cart"
- Put the exact dates of the rental in the "Comments" box
Storm Endurance Sports Inc. -- Bike Rental for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
2497 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Sanford, NC 27332
Tel 919-776-2453, Fax 919-718 9208
Website: www.stormendurance.com,
Email: charlie@stormendurance.com
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WEG declared riders – ranking update –
June 25th…….
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: June 23, 2010
LEXINGTON, KY—93 Days to Go—Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games spectators will have a variety of parking and transportation options, including hotel shuttles and on-site parking, for the 16 days of the event.
With the recent availability of property adjacent to the Kentucky Horse Park, parking for 10,000 vehicles each day is now possible on-site. Parking will be $20 per vehicle with cash only accepted upon entry. A limited number of premium parking spaces near the spectator entry, with pass-out parking privileges, are also available for $100 per day at www.alltechfeigames.com.
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"WEG SELECTION CRITERIA", Explained
Hi Everyone!
Since I have been receiving so many inquiries from around the world, I created the attached document as an explanation, and forward it for your use.
As a note, in the published requirements for speed at WEG, the 13 kph was inserted since that is the minimum speed for this WEG only. At each 4* CEIO, the minimum speed for that particular event is determined by the OC in consultation with the TD and FEI. This minimum speed is arrived at by looking at the type of terrain, climactic conditions and previous winning and/or completion times if these statistics are available. There is no longer a set minimum speed requirement mentioned in the rules as in the past.
Regards,
Ruth
Ruth Carlson
Chair, FEI Endurance Technical Committee
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LEXINGTON, KY—The World Games 2010 Foundation is pleased to announce that 60 National Federations have submitted entries in principle for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.
With 60 countries expressing an interest in attendance at the Games, the World Games 2010 Foundation anticipates as many as 800 athletes could compete. The world championships for eight equestrian sports will be contested September 25 -October 10 at Lexington’s Kentucky Horse Park. Final entries and individual athletes will be named in August.
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Le français suit l’anglais
May 4, 2010
Dressage, Jumping, Para-Dressage and Endurance Packages to World Equestrian Games Now Available
Ottawa, ON—Equine Canada is pleased to announce the availability of Dressage, Jumping, Para-Dressage and Endurance ticket packages for the 2010 World Equestrian Games (WEG).
The 2010 World Equestrian Games are being held September 25–October 20, 2010 at Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Equine Canada is offering ticket packages to all interested spectators.
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RANKING OF ENDURANCE RIDERS AND HORSES WHO HAVE NOMINATED FOR THE WORLD EQUESTRIAN GAMES – TO MARCH 12, 2010
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Clinton Anderson Brings Downunder Horsemanship to 2010 Games
Clinics and Demonstrations are Part of Grounds Pass Ticket Offering
LEXINGTON, KY—As the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games approach, guests should not only be looking forward to the competition, but also to the multitude of equine entertainers and demonstrators that will be a part of the Equine Village.
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Tommie Turvey To Showcase Equine Extreme Act at 2010 Games
Entertainment to be Part of Grounds Pass Ticket Offering
LEXINGTON, KY—As the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games approach, guests should not only be looking forward to the competition, but also to the multitude of equine entertainers and demonstrators that will be a part of the Equine Village.
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Kids Zone in Equine Village to Host Family-Friendly Activities
All Part of Grounds Pass Ticket Offering at 2010 Games
LEXINGTON, KY—Families will find hours of fun at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in the Kids Zone area of the Equine Village.
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World-Class Entertainers, Clinicians Scheduled for Equine Village at 2010 Games
Exhibits and Demonstrations Offered with Grounds Pass Tickets
LEXINGTON, KY—More than 50 of the world’s top performers and clinicians will showcase their talents and expertise during the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.
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March 19, 2010
The Endurance Canada International Committee is pleased to announce the Declared riders and horses for the World Equestrian Games 2010 to be held in Lexington KY September 2010.
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WEG Update: |
Lexington, KY - "The countdown clock is probably the good Lord's sentence on me, because every time I wake up and see it's 218 days, then 217 days, then bang, bang, bang. Yes, it's going to happen."
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WYNONNA JUDD TO PERFORM AT OPENING CEREMONY
FOR THE 2010 ALLTECH FEI WORLD EQUESTRIAN GAMES
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NewsLetter 25 Jan 2010
Top 10 Travel Tips for the 2010 Games
and more.
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HEROES WANTED!
Volunteers Still Needed for 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian GamesDATE: January 6, 2010Lexington, KY The 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games needs Heroes!Thousands of volunteers are stilled needed to work hundreds of different jobs during the 16 days of the Games, which will be held for the first time in American from September 25-October 10, 2010 at the Kentucky Horse Park.
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Request for ProposalPress Attaché for Canadian Equestrian Team
at 2010 World Equestrian Games
Equine Canada will be fielding a contingent of both teams and individuals from eight (8) disciplines to participate in the FEI Alltech World Equestrian Games being held September 25 – October 10, 2010 in Lexington, Kentucky.
The disciplines represented include: Endurance, Eventing, Driving , Dressage, Jumping, Reining, Vaulting & Para-Equestrian.
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GALA CEREMONIES TO OPEN 2010 ALLTECH FEI WORLD EQUESTRIAN GAMES
LEXINGTON, KY—Opening Ceremonies for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games will kick off with hundreds of horses and athletes, marching bands, orchestras, world-renowned singers and a Kentucky “Call to the Post.”
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Unveiling of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Equine Village
The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games and the Kentucky Horse Park today announced the first participants of the Equine Village, an exhibit area showcasing the equine industry through education, demonstrations and entertainment.
Read it here
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WEG 2010
Win Your Way to the World Equestrian Games with Equine Canada
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Endurance Canada International is pleased to publish the list of ranked nominated riders for the upcoming Kentucky Cup. The squad of 6 horse/rider combinations will be chosen from this list in order of ranking to represent Canada East and West at this World Championship pre-ride event.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT RE: NOMINATIONS TO THE KENTUCKY CUP!
MEMO TO: Endurance Canada Affiliate MembershipFROM: Endurance Canada InternationalRE: Nomination to The Kentucky CupClosing DATE: August 6, 2009
IMPORTANT - ALL riders who are planning to nominate must have their nomination forms and data in by August 6, 2009. Equine Canada will NOT accept any late nominations – everything MUST be in order and received by August 6th, as outlined.
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Pics of the WEG Trails
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ASSISTANT TEAM VETERINARIAN FOR CANADA EAST FOR THE KENTUCKY CUP
I'm pleased to share that Brianne Henderson has been nominated and accepted by Endurance Canada as a fill in Assistant Veterinarian for Canada East at The Kentucky Cup 2009. Dr. Kathy Kivi, who is our Assistant Team Vet., will be 8-1/2 months pregnant at the time of competition and she (and the rest of us!!) were a little nervous that she would be so close to term and concerned for her wellbeing, so Kathy has stepped down for this event giving Brianne the opportunity to assist Dr. Stan Alkemade, our Canada East Team Veterinarian. Thank you, Kathy & Brianne!
Kay MelvinChef d’Equipe Canada East
Chef d’Equipe Team Canada, WEG 2010
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2009 Endurance Kentucky Cup CEI3* Event
Ottawa, Ontario—Endurance Canada and Equine Canada are pleased to announce that the selection criteria for the 2009 Endurance Kentucky Cup CEI3* event has now been posted on the Equine Canada website.
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2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
Announces Ticket Prices
Ticket Sales Set to Begin on September 25, 2009
Ticket prices and detailed competition schedules for the
2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games are now available as the world’s most prestigious equestrian competition prepares to visit the Kentucky Horse Park from September 25-October 10, 2010.For details INFO
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MEMO TO: Endurance Canada Affiliate Membership FROM: Endurance Canada International RE: Nomination to The Kentucky Cup 2009 DATE: June 24th, 2009 THERE HAS BEEN A CHANGE IN THE DEADLINE DATES FOR NOMINATIONS FOR THE KENTUCKY CUP – please see the revised attached Selection Criteria document.At the request of the Ontario representatives of ECI, and on behalf of the Ontario Provincial Championship’s OC, and with the approval of Equine Canada, we have extended the deadlines for nominations/qualifications for The Kentucky Cup, from July 10th, 2009 to August 6th, 2009. When the Ontario Championships were planned last year, it was anticipated that this competition would attract/benefit those ‘newer’ FEI riders wanting to qualify for International competitions. If the July 10th dates had remained in place this would have very likely influenced their entries and jeopardized the Ride’s viability. It is our goal to encourage as many riders as possible to participate in such events, to broaden our base of FEI riders and horses, and we want to do all we can to assist ride managers who are willing to take on the challenge of hosting these FEI competitions, on our behalf.We apologize that this had not been realized/determined earlier; the ‘problem’ resulted from a misunderstanding. Always in the past, we have had an earlier ‘nomination/ranking/naming- the-squad’ date, with a later ‘qualification’ date. Based on legal advice from Equine Canada, and in preparation of our template for selection criteria for future international events, we were advised that the qualification period must end before any ranking/naming-the-squad could take place. We were being inundated with inquiries from riders wanting to know their ranking so that if they were in the top 6, they could begin to prepare for the October event, prompting us to move our original June nomination date to July. However, in fairness to the Ontario OC and riders, we have now further extended the nomination date to August 6th. We are confident that you will agree with the logic and sentiment of this decision.IMPORTANT - ALL riders who are planning to nominate are requested to send all their ‘earlier-than-July 30th’ ride data to Trisha in the prescribed format – online – well in advance of August 6th. There will be no time for correction of incomplete, improper data. Equine Canada will NOT accept any late nominations – everything MUST be in order and received by August 6th, 2009 as outlined.
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- Facebook – become a fan of the official 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Page Twitter – Follow the tweets at 2010AlltechWEG MySpace – Friend us at 2010AlltechFEIWEG EquestrianLife.com —Find the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games profile Barnmice – Find the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games profile Club Equestrian – Look for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games profile and forum
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The World Games 2010 Foundation will be updating social media sites with the latest information on the 2010 Games, answering questions and giving fans special opportunities.
Some opportunities will only be available to 2010 Games fans online. For example, our 1,000th follower on Twitter and 10,000th follower on Facebook will receive an official Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games saddle pad autographed by Olympic Gold Medalist, Beezie Madden.
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Some views of the trails, and from the trail, in Kentucky to share with you from Emmett Ross...looks quite fantastic! (lower left of page)
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THOUGHTS FROM YVETTE VINTON, DVM –
TEAM CANADA WEC 2008
Just some thoughts for interested grooms, helpers, (and new riders?): - go to all the FEI rides you can, - hang around (whether riding or not) - help riders and learn, - offer to scribe? for vets... listen and learn, get the feel, see what they are looking for, and at. - or even hang around with other FEI officials, and learn...
I know FEI rides are quite a bit apart (geographically), but if any of you want to go on vacation or travel a little, some of the rides are in beautiful places. And if you can spend the day before with any riders or officials you will learn set up and preparation and rules. And if you stay for the day of the ride, you will learn even more. Take notes, pictures, videos, it will help you become so much more prepared and knowledgeable.
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WEG 2010
Win Your Way to the World Equestrian Games with Equine Canada
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Cyndi Goyer Greathouse
April 22, 2009 859.621.0051
cgreathouse@horsecapitalproductions.com
Lexington, KY – As thousands of visitors travel to Lexington, Ky., to watch the world’s premier equestrians compete for top honors at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, there is another reason to explore the city in the heart of the bluegrass.
Horse Capital Productions, LLC, a Lexington-based company, will present the 2010 International Equestrian Festival™, to be held simultaneously with the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. The 2010 International Equestrian Festival will run September 25-October 10, 2010, at the state-of-the-art 100,000 sq. ft. Lexington Convention Center, located in downtown Lexington.
“The 2010 International Equestrian Festival will highlight local, regional and international businesses. By showcasing area proprietors and attractions, the 2010 International Equestrian Festival provides an economic driver for Lexington, the commonwealth of Kentucky and the entire region,” said Kimberly Eilers Brown, Cofounder and Managing Partner of Horse Capital Productions, LLC.
The multimillion dollar event will feature world-class educational seminars, demonstrations, and convention activities, as well as shopping with high-end retailers from around the world.
A portion of the proceeds from the 2010 International Equestrian Festival will be donated to local, national and international charitable horse organizations, according to Anne Buchanan, Horse Capital Productions’ Chief Executive Officer and Founder.
Horse Capital Productions, LLC, is a Lexington-based global enterprise dedicated to promoting the equine industry through entertainment, education and tourism. For more information on the 2010 International Equestrian Festival and Horse Capital Productions, please visit: www.horsecapitalproductions.com. For exhibitor and sponsorship information, please contact: cgreathouse@horsecapitalproductions.com.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Check out WEG 2010 FEI Qualification Criteria.
WEG 2010 FEI Qualification Criteria.TO ADDRESS THE CONCERNS RELATING TO THE NEW COC OF 12:20 FOR WEG 2010:
With the maximum time limit now at the discretion of the OC hosting a Championship ride, they will be setting it according to the terrain and climatic conditions for that particular event. The OC together with the Technical Delegate determine what they consider to be a fair maximum time limit for that specific Championship event. They then send the proposal to the FEI office, who consults with the Endurance Technical Committee. The ETC comes back with comments, indicating either support or concern for the proposal; a vote is taken and the FEI office takes the final decision. The only thing we can do is attempt to host CEI 3* qualifiers that will enable us to achieve the required CoC. The idea behind the CoC is not that every horse in the world can in fact achieve it, and only those that are able to achieve it should be at a Continental or World Championship event. Sending only our very best athletes is what will allow us to stand out and achieve really great things in the sport. Having said that, we would not attempt a CoC of 12hr20min on a track like the Old Dominion or the Tevis, but these times can be achieved on other courses across Canada and the United States. We need really fit, capable, sound horses and really wise, experienced, aggressive riders if we are to achieve medal standings.
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