Mission Statement: Partnering in training and academic advancement to achieve
the highest performance levels in endurance horses, riders, and teams.
Heraldic with John Crandell wins 2010 Tevis!!!! more information to come. (will they head next to the AERC Championship???)
Heraldic with John Crandell wins 2010 Old Dominion! more information on news page
12 July Full Member conference call available on line: Dr Dwight Hooton discussed Alternative Therapies -- general definition; a synopsis on each of the major ones including what they are good for and when and how frequently you might use them, and how to find a good practitioner. Therapies covered or touched: chiropractic, osteopathy, acupuncture / electro-acupuncture, red light, magnets, myofascial, massage and Alexander technique. He also addressed use of anti-inflammatories post-competition, and evaluation of your horse post-competition. A really terrific call.
We are pleased to announce that in 2010 APEX has set aside a fund to award scholarships to attend APEX clinics. The scholarships should cover about half of an adult's costs, and all of a Young Rider (age 21 and under) attendance. Limited slots are available at each clinic, e.g., at most two 'with horse' slots will be available. Scholarships will be available to members who have joined APEX at least 60 days before the target clinic date, and who file an application at least 6 weeks before the target clinic. Those chosen based on their applications will be notified 4 weeks in advance of the clinic. The application form is here.
A family is not eligible for more than one scholarship in a 12-month period.
Upcoming Happenings
2010: Under Consideration
Late October
-- a one-day 'newbies' event with an introduction to endurance, with a brief introduction, vet-in, trail ride, completion, and BC. Asheville, NC area. Pleasure ride for the more experienced riders.
2011: Under Consideration
Susan Harris at BEC
Performance Profiling at the Biltmore Challenge
Susan Harris in VT
APEX 101 in Colorado
==> Others --- send suggestions