“As you go about your barn chores, remember that the place God chose for the birth of His only son was not a church or a palace, but a stable.” – Anonymous In today’s hectic world where hustle and bustle often drowns out life’s most important moments, we need an escape now more than ever. Many people find this in the form of a yoga […]Read More
The World Equestrian Center is dark these days. The officials, starters, announcers and jump crew have gone home for the holidays. Both the Paddock Club and the International Café are closed and no lights shine in the shops of the Vendor Village or A Sudden Impulse boutique. The huge indoor arenas and barns sit empty, awaiting the start of the 2019 show season. But as […]Read More
Each year on December 13th, the United States celebrates the National Day of the Horse. According to tradition, the National Day of the Horse encourages people to be mindful of the contribution of horses to the economy, history and character of the United States. While horses have always played a large role in the shaping of our Nation, it wasn’t until November 18, 2004 that horses were […]Read More
As week two of the Winter Series of the Midwest comes to a close today, we like to take the time to shine the spotlight on a Junior or Amateur rider who truly stood out throughout the week. This week, we are focusing on two: Amatuer rider Emily Morin and her daughter Junior rider Gabrielle L. Morin of McLean, Virginia. Between them, they have a string […]Read More
The uniqueness of the World Equestrian Center is unparalleled, and this is reflected in every aspect of the show grounds, including the various vendors that grace the halls of the R+L Arena and the shops in Vendor Village. The Apothecary is one particularly exceptional example, tucked away in the corner of the Vendor Village. The Apothecary is owned and run by veterinarians Dr. Holly Helbig […]Read More
Spotted (pun intended) this week in the Roberts Ring during the World Equestrian Center November Horse Show – the super stylish duo of Strike Zone and Emma Rupinski. The adorable Strike Zone (Salty Eyed Look x Irresistibly Tough) is a 13-year old Pony of the Americas, owned and trained by Katana Kennedy-O’Brien of Wildwood, Missouri. Strike Zone and Rupinski competed in the Small / Medium […]Read More
It’s time to get all of your Christmas shopping done, and there is no better place to do so than at A Sudden Impulse boutique. Located conveniently in Roberts Arena, A Sudden Impulse provides a boutique-style shopper’s paradise right on the show grounds, featuring a collection of carefully curated items inspired by the equestrian lifestyle including fanciful artwork, fine jewelry, timeless antiques, beautiful apparel, and […]Read More
It’s time to renew your WEC membership! As of November 28, 2018, all WEC Memberships will need to be renewed for 2019 points, and the process could not be easier. Simply register for WEC points online at WEC.net, or sign up in the show office during your next horse show. Have you registered for a WEC Membership in the past? Great! You will sign up for a […]Read More
Today, Tuesday, November 27, 2018 marks the beginning of the season of giving. According to #GivingTuesday’s official website, today is a global day of giving “fueled by the power of social media and collaboration”. #GivingTuesday is celebrated annually on the Tuesday following the widely celebrated holidays of Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday, and puts a focus on giving back after receiving […]Read More
Today presents an opportunity to reflect upon the things we are most grateful for, and we at the World Equestrian Center are incredibly blessed to have so many thanks to give. While we love recognizing the successes of the many riders that pass through our ingates, we would like to take a step back today and express how truly thankful we are for each and […]Read More
