The article emphasizes the importance of volunteering at events and treating volunteers with respect. It mentions the USEA’s Volunteer Incentive Program, which allows volunteers to earn leaderboard points. Many venues also have their own volunteer rewards programs, providing opportunities for individuals to get involved and help out.
The U.S. Weekend Preview section highlights upcoming events such as the Rocking Horse Spring H.T. in Florida, Pine Hill Spring H.T. in Texas, and CDCTA Spring H.T. in Virginia. Each event’s website, entries, ride times, scoring, and volunteer information are provided for those interested in participating or volunteering.
In addition to event previews, the article includes links to various topics such as a Thoroughbred fan earning a USDF Gold Medal, a letter to the editor discussing prolific sire Malibu Moon, a market analysis of the equine industry in the Americas, and the importance of straightness in riding. A video featuring Olympic medalist Laura Collett gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at her eventing yard setup.