April Horse Events

2 – 7  U.S. Polo National Intercollegiate Championships
The United State Polo Association is bringing one of its most coveted trophies to the Kentucky Horse Park for the first time in history. Lexington, Ky.; www.us-polo.org

3 – 5  Technical Large-Animal Rescue
Training seminar is open to the public and will emphasize recruiting fire and EMT responders, and veterinarians, as well as issues related to chemical, biological or radiological contamination. Lexington, Ky.; www.usrider.org

12 – 15  Equine Affaire
Hits the Midwest, where horse enthusiasts of all ages, experience levels, breed persuasions and disciplines can find something of interest. Columbus, Ohio; www.equineaffaire.com

14 – 15  United States Dressage Federation Jane Savoie Adult Clinic
Themed “Believe You Can; Ride the Possibilities,” focuses on Savoie’s sports psychology and features a lecture each day. Lebanon, Conn.; www.usdf.org/Programs/AdultClinics/

20 – 22  Midwest Horse Fair
Nutrition, dressage, colt starting, showmanship – you name it, the topic will be covered, as Midwest Horse Fair gears up for one of the most educational events in its 28 year history. Madison, Wis.; www.midwesthorsefair.com.

22  Driving a Horse
Participants learn how to introduce a horse to harness, fit the harness, put the horse to the cart as well as pulling weight, holding back, and training to shaft. Lexington, Ky.; www.kyhorsepark.com. 

26 – 29  The Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
The Rolex Kentucky is the only four-star, three-day equestrian event in the Americas and embodies four-star eventing competition at its finest. Lexington, Ky.; www.rk3de.org.

28  Dixie Plantation All Breed Horse Show
An all-breed show with something for everyone – from gaited horses to stock breeds and more. Jacksonville, Fla.; www.dixieplantation.com.

29  Ride to Thrive Horse Show
Riders with disabilites experience the competition of equitation and dressage in the third annual show. Centreville, Va.; www.nvtrp.org.