Holiday Gift Guide 2025

6 RIDEIEA.ORG 1-877-RIDE-IEA @rideiea info@rideiea Celebrate the Season and Support Youth Riders with IEA’s Holiday Collection This holiday season, give a gift that goes beyond the tree —one that supports the next generation of equestri- ans. The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA), the nation’s largest youth equestrian organization for grades 4–12, is offering a special Holiday Ornament and Winter Mug Sale to celebrate its 24th year of inspiring young riders. Since 2002, IEA has been dedicated to providing competition and educational opportunities for young equestrians across three disciplines — Hunt Seat, Western, and Dressage. With nearly 15,000 members nationwide, IEA empowers youth riders, coaches, and adult volunteers to participate in the equestrian world affordably and inclusively through its unique draw-based (catch-ride) competition format. Purchasing an IEA holiday ornament or mug isn’t just a festive gesture— it’s a contribution to the future of the sport. Proceeds from this annual sale directly support IEA’s youth financial aid, scholarships, leadership, and sportsmanship programs, helping riders pursue their pas- sion and develop lifelong skills. Each year, IEA awards over $1.5 million in scholar-ships, supported in part by the sale of these seasonal keepsakes. Whether you’re a parent, coach, or fan of youth equestrianism, these collectible gifts are a meaningful way to commemorate the IEA season and show your support. Celebrate 25 years of riding, learning, and giving back —visit www.RideIEA.org to shop the IEAHolidayCollec- tion and help fund the dreams of tomorrow’s riders today. Bling That Works Correct Connect has so many cool products it’s hard to choose one. These Bal-Aid “Equine Tactile Bracelets” help support equine athletes reach their highest poten- tial by bringing the horses’ focus to the lazy or “weak” leg. Their handy size makes for great stocking stuffers. (Am I the only one who might try them on myself?) ri- decorrectconnect.com $85.00 for pack of two. Heart Eyes for These LeMieux Gloves These butterscotch gloves from LeMieux nearly make me drool. They’re clearly made for riding and carry LeMieux’s stamp of quality, but the dreamy color and buttery leather make me want to keep a pair in my car. Just for me. $64.95 Shop your local tack shop, or online at LeMieux.com The Hybrid Headcollar® by HEC Love the utility of a training halter, but want something that’s both bet- ter looking, and has the advantages of a leather halter. HEC’s patented leather-and-rope design with built- in lungeing ring, breakaway safe- ty, and superior communication is the smarter, safer, and more elegant way to handle your horse every day. $131.00 HorseEducation.com Editor’s Picks: