USHJA Zone 8

08/20/2026

USHJA Horsemanship Quiz Challenge Trivia 🧠

The horse’s digestive tract begins at the:

A. Teeth
B. Stomach
C. Large intestines
D. Small intestines

Learn more and take the Challenge by September 1 at ushja.org/HQC.

📷 Jump Media

08/20/2026

The U.S. Hunter Jumper Association is now accepting applications for the eighth annual Marshall+Sterling/USHJA National Championships, returning to the South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa in Las Vegas, Nevada, November 9-15. Hosted once again in partnership with Desert International Horse Park, the Cham...

08/10/2026

08/09/2026

Looking for a trusted retirement facility for your horse? ☀️

The USHJA Equine Retirement Facilities List, presented by the USHJA Horse and Rider Advocates Committee, is a vetted resource designed to help owners find reputable retirement facilities that maintain industry standards for horse care.

Own or operate a retirement facility? Applications are open to be included on the list! Facilities are reviewed annually and must meet specific requirements, including references and a current USHJA member on staff.

Find a facility or apply to be listed today at ushja.org/retirementlisting.

08/06/2026

✨ NEW IN 2026!

Step into the spotlight with the USHJA 2'6” Junior/Amateur Hunter Derby 🌟

Two rounds. High options. Big Derby feel.

👉 Find one near you at https://bit.ly/4whJoXh.

📷 Winslow Photography LLC

08/05/2026

📣 Two grant applications are open to support education and leadership!

✅Naomi Blumenthal Memorial Training Grant
$2,000 to support Hunter/Jumper education, officials training, instructor credentials, and other professional development opportunities.
Learn more and apply at ushja.org/BlumenthalGrant by October 15.

✅ Alvin Topping Governance Grant
$500 to help a USHJA member age 25 or under attend the USHJA Sport & Education Conference or USEF Annual Meeting.
Learn more and apply at ushja.org/alvintoppinggrant by October 15.

08/01/2026

Growth happens one lesson, one ride, and one clinic at a time. 📚

Whether you're looking to build confidence in the ring, refine your skills, or connect with industry experts, the USHJA Directory of Clinics can help you find the right opportunity.

🔎 Find upcoming Hunter/Jumper clinics near you
📍 Promote your own clinic by submitting it to the directory

👉 Explore clinics or submit a clinic today: ushja.org/Clinics

📷 Megan Giese Media

07/30/2026

Over 266 equestrians from 86 barns across nine USHJA Zones took on the 30-day USHJA Horsemanship Quiz Stable Challenge, showcasing their horsemanship knowledge. USHJA congratulates the top-scoring trainers and their barns in each Zone, who will receive prize packages in recognition of their achievem...

07/30/2026

⏰ Qualifying ends August 1!

Junior and Adult Amateur Equitation riders, now's the time to check your standings for the 2026 Marshall+Sterling/USHJA 3'3" Jumping Seat Medal Finals and Marshall+Sterling/USHJA 3'3" Adult Jumping Seat Medal Finals .

🐴 Juniors: 15 points required
🐴 Adults: 10 points or three qualifying classes

✅ View standings, qualifying requirements, and Finals information: ushja.org/JumpSeatMedal

📷 Winslow Photography LLC