Tag: USDF Region 2
My George and Me: The Story of a Grand Prix Saddlebred
We all have a heart horse, my guy “George,” CH-SH New York City Slicker, will always have the majority of space in my being.
By Jody Swimmer
Things to Look Forward to at EQUITANA USA
USDF is proud to be a partner of EQUITANA USA, which will be held in our own backyard right here at the Kentucky Horse...
From FEI Young Riders to Adopting an American Saddlebred: Reflections from...
This year, I’ve been patiently standing in the wash rack with hose in hand, watching for this horse’s eyes to soften before I spray. This year, I’ve been grabbing a fistful of chestnut mane as we venture outside of the arena. This year, I’ve been gaining the trust of a horse who has every reason not to trust anymore.
Meet the L Graduate – Karen Lee
Karen Lee is a dressage trainer located in western Wisconsin. She has shown through Grand Prix and has earned her USDF Bronze, Silver, and...
Persevering Through the Storm – The 2021 FEI North American Youth...
An exciting week was planned... Juniors and Young Riders (ages 14-21) from across the country had converged on Traverse City, Michigan, for North America’s premier equestrian competition: the FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC)! After the 2020 cancellation, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone was especially excited to be back for the show. Then, they checked the weather forecast and saw a storm was on the horizon.
Bodo Hangen and Dressage in the 1970s
Submitted by Karen Knapp
I was a boarder - student at Lamplight Stables in Wayne Illinois in the 1970s. Bodo Hangen came to teach shortly...
Diva: The Student Becomes the Teacher
Arabians are our YourDressage Breed of the Month for July! One of the oldest horse breeds on earth, and the influence for many other...
Meet the L Graduate – Stephanie Likens
Stephanie Likens is a lifelong horse enthusiast who has acquired experiences in a variety of disciplines over the past 30 years. It was no...
A Love Story
Arabians are our YourDressage Breed of the Month for July! One of the oldest horse breeds on earth, and the influence for many other...
Wild Hearts
Mustangs are our YourDressage Breed of the Month for June! Known for their wild and majestic spirit, these free-roaming horses are rounded up periodically...
















