UNH Equine Program

08/26/2026

We are excited to implement many of the adjustments recommended by our fantastic organizing committee this Fall. Look for different space utilization, enhanced schooling offerings, a fun introductory level XC course, and more!!

Not sure if eventing is for you?? Have a horse who needs some extra mileage in the ring? Check out our schooling divisions ➡ 3-phases for Beginner Novice, Starter, and Introductory level & 2-phases for Modified, Training, Novice, Beginner Novice, Starter, Introductory, and Grasshopper. Inviting and fun atmosphere for all, with Whoa Nellie Food Truck and Spotted Vision Photography on site!

08/23/2026

Entries are open for the Fall USEA Horse Trials and Schooling Trials divisions! We've updated our website with more details and entry information!

➡https://www.onthebitevents.com/unhhorsetrials

Stay tuned for more information about the event - watch this space! 👀

08/22/2026

Hey Wildcats! Our team is jumping back into the season quickly and our info meeting is right away so mark your calendars! 🗓️

08/17/2026

Take the first step towards an 'r' Eventing Judge license by registering to attend the USEA Training Program for Officials Dressage Session I at Fox Valley Saddle Association this September 29 through October 1!📚 Interested candidates will participate in an online education session on September 21 prior to attending the in-person clinic the following Tuesday through Thursday. Auditors are welcome and encouraged to attend, too!

🚨 This will be the ONLY Dressage Session I Training Program held in 2026 and 2027, so if you are starting your journey towards an 'r' license, now is the time to act. Registrations will close on Tuesday, September 1, so don't wait to submit yours at 🔗 useventing.com/safety-education/educational-activities/educational-activity-event-registration.

08/11/2026

🔨 Horse Trials Prep: Show Jump Workday – Volunteers Needed! 🐴

Join us this Saturday as we tackle an important project to improve & modernize our show jumping equipment!

Under the direction of our Show Jump Chairperson, Jerry Schurink, we'll be cutting our jump poles from 12 feet to 10 feet to better suit our course inventory, arena space, and future competitions. Along with adding new key hole tracks to convert our pin & cup standards.

Many hands make light work, and we'd love your help! Whether you can stay for an hour or the whole morning, your time will make a big difference.

📍When: Saturday (exact time TBD)
🛠️Project: Cut jump poles from 12' to 10'
🗺Where: UNH Equine Center, show jump storage garage

Please bring work gloves, eye protection if you have it, and a positive attitude! If you have tools such as sawhorses, cordless drills, tape measures, or other woodworking equipment, let us know - they may be helpful.

➡Volunteers can sign up here: https://www.eventingvolunteers.com/events/18444/signup

Thank you for helping keep our facility and jumps in great shape. We hope to see you there!

We are looking for volunteers from August 15th, 2026 to September 20th, 2026 near Durham, NH.

08/10/2026

New riders… come learn about the University of New Hampshire IHSA Team!!

08/08/2026

08/05/2026

Spotlight on our friend and official, Laurie Hudson!

At every horse trial, there is a group of hardworking officials in the background making each moment possible. We are so excited to feature some of these individuals on our channels so you can get to know them a little better. This month we are featuring Laurie Hudson ❤️

⭐ Laurie has been a USEA Technical Delegate for three years after a longtime official encouraged her to "take her place."

"I laughed and said no way could I do that!" Laurie shared. "But after some thought, I decided to do it."

⭐ One of Laurie's favorite memories as an official came while serving as an Assistant Technical Delegate at Millbrook alongside an experienced team. "I really enjoy being part of the team at an event," she said.

⭐ As a Technical Delegate, Laurie describes her role simply: "The TD is the rules person—to make sure there's a fair playing field and to help competitors understand any decisions that are made."

⭐ For Laurie, the best part of being an official is getting to interact with every corner of the sport, "from the organizer to the least experienced competitor."

⭐ If Laurie could compete anywhere in the U.S., she'd choose the USEA American Eventing Championships at the Kentucky Horse Park! And for anyone considering becoming an official, she has one important message: "We need officials! If you love the sport, consider it."

Thank you for everything you do for eventing, Laurie! 👏