Connecticut Horse Symposium

Saturday, March 23, 2024 9AM – 1:30PM

UConn Horsebarn Hill Arena

Spectators please park in the paved lot to the right of the arena. Horse trailers only in the dirt lot to the left of the arena.

Come in out of the rain and enjoy our fun event with heated seating!

Pay at the door (cash or check payable to UConn only)

Hope to see you there!

 

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Sponsored by:

When:
Saturday, March 23, 2024
9 AM - 1:30 PM
Vendor Fair 8:30 AM - 1 PM
Where:
UConn Horsebarn Hill Arena
3099 Horsebarn Hill Road
Storrs, CT 06269
Questions?
Contact: Dr. Jenifer Nadeau
PHONE: (860) 486-4471
FAX: (860) 486-4375
E-MAIL: jenifer.nadeau@uconn.edu

Get some new ideas for the riding and driving season! No need to worry about preregistration for auditors or spectators, pay at the door.

Enjoy our heated lobby and arena seating and participating in a fun equine event! Take a break from the action by visiting the sponsors and vendors in our heated foyer.

Please park in the paved lot to the right of the arena. The dirt lot is reserved for horse trailers.

Please note our health requirements for visiting horses in the documents area at the bottom of this page.

Additional Extension Events

3 Exciting Clinic Sessions with Peter Whitmore 

Join Peter Whitmore for a fun and exciting versatility clinic where horses and riders will gain confidence and skills through the use of obstacles.  By pushing the limits you and your horse will learn to work through fear and anxiety under Peter’s guidance. This clinic is designed to challenge all levels of horse and rider in a safe and structured environment.

Peter Whitmore has been training horses for 24 years. He specializes in starting young horses correctly and working with problem horses of all ages, breeds and disciplines. Through clear communication he can solidify the horse’s foundation and increase their confidence as our riding partners. Peter has successfully competed in the Extreme Mustang Makeover and currently runs the New England Youth Mustang Challenge. Find them on Facebook at: It’s A Pleasure Training

Session 1: In Hand Versatility (limited to 12 handlers) 9-10 AM 

Designed to reinforce basic handling and ground manners and build trust between horse and handler.

Session 2: Basic Versatility (limited to 12 riders) 10-11 AM 

Designed for riders who have never tried versatility or extreme trail. Obstacles can be altered to meet the needs of each horse and rider.

Session 3: Extreme Versatility (limited to 12 riders) 11 AM -12 PM 

Designed for riders and horses who want to push the limits! More challenging obstacles that can be altered to meet the needs of horse and rider.

11:30-1 Lunch Available On Site - Pizza and Beverages - To Benefit UConn Equine Club

12:00-1:30 PM Approximately - Demonstrations by the UConn Teams!

Short break then demonstration by the UConn Dressage Team

Short break then demonstration by the UConn Equestrian Team

Short break then demonstration by UConn Polo 

Pricing: As Always, a Great Value!

Riders/Handlers:

$46/session with your own horse

$66/session using a UConn horse (must be able to walk, trot and canter in control if riding, age 12 and over only)

Must complete a release form, equine health form if bringing own horse and wear an ASTM/SEI approved helmet if riding

Auditors:

$25/Adults All Day

$15/day Age 9-18/4-H leaders/UConn students/4-H members

Kids 9 & under free!

Money raised is used to directly support equine research and extension programs at the University of Connecticut! No pre-registration needed for spectators: pay at the door (cash or check payable to UConn; sorry, no credit cards) or online!

Important Documents:

  • Equine Health Form - REQUIRED for anyone bringing their own horse to participate in clinics.

     

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