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oin te University of California-Davis for its annual “Horse Day” event on Oct. 11 at the school’s horse barn, and you’ll come away with a remarkable appreciation for the program. It is a day filled with


horses. (The word “Keuring” itself derives from the Dutch, meaning “inspection” or


“assessment”.) The Friesian Horse, renowned for its striking black coat, luxurious mane and tail, and graceful yet powerful movement, is a captivating breed that descended from horses bred in Friesland, the northern province of the Netherlands, Friesians are celebrated for their elegance, versatility, and gentle disposition. The upcoming Keuring is more than a competition — it is a celebration of tradition and the meticulous care that breeders devote


deck yourself and/or your horse in a Halloween costume if you like! Walkers and leashed dogs are welcome. To register, visit keepitequestrian. org. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Horse Heritage


workshops, demonstrations, and lectures dedicated to continuing education for horse owners and enthusiasts. There is something for everyone, with a wide range of topics from equine diseases, nutrition, lameness, current research, and reproduction. Horse Day features four breakout sessions covering a variety of topics with multiple speakers in each session. During each round, participants can choose to atend the talks and demonstrations that are of most interest to them. During check-in and the lunch hour, participants are invited to check out the UC Davis exhibitor area filled with tons of equine related businesses, services, clubs and organizations. Pre-purchase lunch is available when you register online, and there will also be an opportunity to tour the historic UC Davis Horse Barn during the lunch hour. The event wraps up with an exciting final demonstration in the main arena to round out a fun and informative equine event! For more information, see the UC Davis ad on page 33, and visit the UC Davis Horse Day website at htps://bit.ly/25horseday .


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riesian Keuring is Oct. 6 in Temecula The 2025 Friesian Horse Keuring, sponsored by the Southern California


Friesian Horse Club under the oversite of the Friesian Horse Association of North America (FHANA) will be at CRC Ranch in Temecula Oct. 6. The Keuring, an annual tradition with deep roots in Friesian culture, is a formal inspection and evaluation of Friesian


to preserving and advancing the Friesian bloodline. This prestigious occasion not only showcases the magnificent Friesian breed, but also serves as a testament to centuries of heritage, selective breeding, and the enduring passion that defines the equestrian community. It is an opportunity for participants to


receive feedback on their breeding programs, to have their horses officially registered, and for young horses to gain recognition that can shape their future in sport and breeding. This year’s Keuring promises a diverse program, including foal inspections, mare, stallion and gelding assessments, and a ridden and driven evaluation. Adult horses will be judged for registration, promotion, and possible inclusion in breeding programs. The public is invited. For more information, see the ad on page 13 and visit the FHCSC website at htps://socalfriesianclub.com/.


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9th Annual Ride & Stride comes to San Marcos –Lace up, saddle up and show up to an important fund-raiser Oct. 19 in San


Marcos — the 19th Annual Ride & Stride and Horse Heritage Festival. The event benefits one of only two public equestrian arenas in San Diego County, the Walnut Grove Park Equestrian Center in San Marcos. You may ride or walk the 3-mile trail from the equestrian center -- even


Festival, sponsored by the Twin Oaks Valley Equestrian Association, will enliven the equestrian center with demonstrations, food, raffles, and plenty of family fun activities. Demonstrators and activities will include the Temecula Cowgirls, Poway Valley Vaulters, Dressage (Angie Taylor), Peruvian Pasos (Jody Childs), Driving (Lance Bennet) and much more. A food truck and a full slate of vendors add to the festivities, as will the Frontier Games by Rockin’ L&D Ranch and the Farmyard Photo Booth, sponsored by TERI. For more info on the day’s exciting activities, see the ad on page 9, and visit the website.


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ave $40 on Human Horse Connection 2! Whether you ride dressage, jumping, reining, trail, or prefer groundwork


and bonding, the Human Horse Connection 2 symposium Nov. 1-2 will be a must for trainers, competitors, owners and enthusiasts! Registration is still under way, and now you California Horsetrader readers and horsetrader.com users receive a $40 discount when they use code “HT2025” at sign-up! For more info, see the ad on page 15, or visit htps://www. horse-human- connection. com/.


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