#17: US Equestrian Society - Who, What & Why with McKrell Baier

In this episode of the Optimized Equine Podcast, Tamara Lee Barrett speaks with McKrell Baier about the US Equestrian Society, its origins, and its significance in the equestrian community. They discuss the challenges faced by equestrians, the importance of unity and community, and the need for evolving ethical practices in horse sports. TakeawaysThe US Equestrian Society was founded to address challenges in the equestrian community that are not being sufficiently addressed by other organizations.Community and connection between the different sectors of the horse world are vital for the growth of equestrian sports.Young riders should have more opportunities to develop and showcase their foundational skills as a prerequisite to higher performance.There are many challenges and ethical concerns to address in rated, unrated and collegiate equestrian competitions.Horse sport faces potential cancellation if ethical issues are not addressed.Building bridges within the equestrian community is essential for progress.The future of equestrian sports relies on ethical and systematic education, and the willingness of the community to come together for open-minded conversations.** United States Equestrian Society’s mission is “To Serve as a Driving Force in the USA for the Regeneration of Ethical and Accessible Equestrian Ecosystems.”Learn more about the curriculum, certifications, and Level Up Licensing Events at us-es.org and follow along on Instagram**** Learn more about Tamara at ⁠⁠tamaraleebarrett.com⁠ ⁠**