Valentine’s Day had us looking through rose-colored glasses and seeing hearts all week long with plenty of fun events to celebrate the holiday. There is no better way to say “I love you” than a good cup of coffee, so WEC sponsor Osphos provided complimentary coffee for all exhibitors on both Wednesday and Thursday at Dark Horse Coffee Co. The Ohio Appaloosa Association joined us […]Read More
This week, we introduce Amateur Aimee Kemper of Cincinnati, Ohio as our Sunday Spotlight feature. Aimee has been riding horses for the majority of her life and, even through a few breaks from the sport, always finds her feet back in the irons. According to Aimee, she has the “riding bug” that we all know too well. Aimee has worked hard for the many success […]Read More
The Sanctuary was packed with thrilling jumper action in both the $25,000 WEC Grand Prix and the $7,500 Futures Prix 1.30 m sponsored by Voltaire. The courses for both of tonight’s classes were designed by Keith J. Bollotte, and both featured a crowd pleasing triple bar and two combinations. The Grand Prix saw an incredible win by Kevin McCarthy as he and Catch A Star […]Read More
The R+L Arena was filled with gorgeous Hunters tonight, all vying for the win in the $2,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby. Twenty horse and rider combinations took to the course, but it was Gabriella Conte aboard CKE Horse Enterprises’ Cavallotto (Hunters Argentus x Ela Noir PJ 3) that emerged victorius. The pair were up against some tough competition, with many entries scoring well into the […]Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE UPDATE: Total of Nine Confirmed Equine Influenza Cases at WEC WILMINGTON, Ohio – February 15, 2019 – The World Equestrian Center today confirmed a total of nine cases of Equine Influenza at the Ohio horse show venue. Earlier this week, three horses tested positive for the virus. The nine horses are currently in isolation at the World Equestrian Center veterinary clinic in […]Read More
Valentine’s Day spirit filled the World Equestrian Center today as horses and riders alike dressed up for the occasion. Hues of red and pink were seen all across the show grounds, even in this evening’s $5,000 Welcome Stake 1.35 m sponsored by CWD. The class was a fantastic display of equestrian sport, with Ireland’s David O’Brien and Spy Coast Farm’s Kir Royal SCF (Amaretto D […]Read More
This week we welcome Equitex back to the World Equestrian Center as our “Featured Find”. The Equitex showroom is located in Vendor Village, so be sure to stop by to check out all of their incredible products next time you walk through! Equitex is a stable accessories company out of Napa, California that specializes in custom stable products including stall drapes, stall awnings, horse blankets […]Read More
Week Seven of the Winter Series of the Midwest held many exciting achievements for World Equestrian Center exhibitors including fantastic first time wins in three out of five of our featured classes. Exhibitors had great fun throughout the week, starting with a delicious Prime Rib Dinner and mechanical bull riding on Friday in the Paddock Club. On Saturday, all gathered in the grand stands of […]Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Statement: Three Horses With Equine Influenza at World Equestrian Center WILMINGTON, Ohio – February 12, 2019 – The World Equestrian Center management has been made aware by horse show veterinarian Dr. Holly Helbig that three horses at the facility have tested positive for the Equine Influenza Virus. After a full respiratory panel, all three horses have tested NEGATIVE for Streptococcus equi (Strangles) […]Read More
WILMINGTON, Ohio – February 11, 2019 – At this time, the World Equestrian Center (WEC) in Wilmington, Ohio has had no confirmed cases of the Equine Influenza Virus. Because horses have tested positive for Equine Influenza Virus after leaving the facility, WEC owner Roby Roberts and horse show manager Vinny Card have been working closely with WEC horse show veterinarian Dr. Holly Helbig to monitor […]Read More
