Sponsor Spotlight

Sponsor Spotlight By Donna Hartshorn

Wellpride

We would like to welcome Wellpride/Omega3 Innovations as the Official Fish Oil Supplier of ARIA!

At Wellpride, we focus on making the best equine fish oil so that you and your horse get results. In contrast to many omega-3 supplements for horses, Wellpride contains high levels of EPA and DHA (which have potent anti-inflammatory benefits). And, because we work to preserve freshness during production and handling, our Wellpride has a great taste and smell that even picky eaters love!

Founded in 2003, Wellpride has been used by horses competing at Devon, Rolex/Land Rover Kentucky, Breeder’s Cup, the Pan American Games, World Equestrian Games and the Olympics. Wellpride has also been a favorite with older horses and rescue horses needing extra care for their hooves, joints and digestive health.

Whether you’re a competitive horseperson, a pleasure rider, or someone who runs a sanctuary, choose Wellpride—America’s No.1 Fresh Fish Oil for Horses. https://wellpride.com

GGT-FOOTING

GGT Arena Footing Sponsors EAGALA in 2020

In 2020 GGT sponsors the EAGALA organization, whose Global Standard is to provide Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy and Personal Development programs in a variety of modalities. In these settings, the horses aren’t ridden but still there is a need for a safe and supportive surface under the joints and tendons of the key player, the horse himself, as well as the Mental Health Professional and Equine Specialist, and the client too! It’s a lot easier to walk across the surface, rather than trudge through it, so it’s beneficial for everyone to have the additional support of a fiber blend additive to any arena!

GGT-Footing understands that equestrian arena surfaces are a major investment for stable owners, riding clubs and private horse owners. GGT footing uses the highest quality nonwoven geotextile and polyester fiber available, with a high tensile strength and UV rating. This assures that your arena footing will last longer and not break down. GGT can be used for a variety of disciplines, from Liberty Work to Colt Starting, to Gymkhana and Barrel Racing, to Dressage and Jumping: we have fiber and geo-textile blends to fit your needs and arena use.

Contact Barb DiPalma, ARIA Certified Instructor, and East Coast Retail Sales Representative for GGT at 860-804-8664 or email Barb.Dipalma@polysols.com for a comprehensive consultation and quote. For more information on EAGALA see their website at www.eagala.org. To learn more about GGT-Footing for Equestrian Arenas see www.ggtfooting.com. Our West Coast Sales Representative is also available at Amanda. wild@polysols.com.

Wintec

Wintec Saddles—time for fun!

The new and improved range of easy-care, weatherproof Wintec Saddles are ideal for riding in all climates.

Snow-proof, mud-proof and rain-proof— these saddles are great for students who want to keep training all year long!

Unlike leather saddles, you can just give these a quick wipe-down when you get back to the barn, or, for really dirty saddles, give them a hose-off and a scrub-down with a brush; then leave them to dry out of the sun.

Wintec Saddles feature all the benefits of Horse and Rider Technology … we call this HART. The technology that makes up HART has been proven to be transformative for both horse and rider. Find out more at horseandridertechnology.com

Visit wintec-saddles.com to view the complete range, find your nearest stockist and for tips on caring for your Wintec saddle.

We thank these Official Suppliers and Corporate Sponsors for renewing their support of ARIA for 2020.

Wintec Saddles

Official Saddle Supplier

Markel Insurance

Official Insurance Supplier

SSG Gloves

Official Riding Glove Supplier

CEECOACH

Official Communications Supplier

OneK Helmets

Official Helmet Supplier

GGT Footing Official Footing Supplier

William Woods University Corporate Sponsor

➢Legal focus continued from page 27 can respond to a claim or suit (assuming proper coverage and policy limits).

Discuss with your insurance agent whether your coverage is “occurrence-based” and will offer protection years later for an occurrence within the policy period. If not, find out how you can protect yourself against claims that may arrive years later, such as purchasing “extended reporting” coverage or “tail coverage.”

Notify yourinsurer. Keep your insurance company notified promptly of incidents that might result in claims. Your insurer may want to undertake its own investigation right away. Your policy documents will provide information on whom your insurer wants you to notify. When in doubt, ask your insurance agent.

Indemnification. Stables sometimes include indemnification clauses within their contracts and waivers/releases.

These clauses generally provide that a customer agrees to indemnify the stable if a claim is asserted against the stable relating to actions or inactions on the customer’s part. States differ in how they enforce indemnification clauses.

For those who sign contracts containing indemnification clauses, be aware that your own liability insurance policy might exclude coverage for liabilities that you may “assume in a contract,” such as indemnification clauses. Whether you are the stable or the customer, you can discuss your coverage with your insurance agent or attorney. • Stable rules. Stables can post rules regarding children. As one example, a stable rule can prevent minors under a specified age from being unattended on the stable property. This article does not constitute legal advice. When questions arise based on specific situations, direct them to a knowledgeable attorney. About the Author: Julie Fershtman, one of the nation’s most experienced Equine Law practitioners, is a Shareholder with Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC, in Michigan. She has successfully litigated equine cases in 18 jurisdictions nationwide and has tried equine cases in 4 states. She is listed in The Best Lawyers in America and received the American Bar Association (ABA) “Excellence in the Advancement of Animal Law Award.” Her speaking engagements span 29 states. Her new 372-page book, “Equine Law & Horse Sense,” has just been published by the ABA and is available for purchase! For more information, please visit www.equinelaw.net.

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American Riding Instructors Association

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