March 2026 Issue

March 2026 | EAST COAST EQUESTRIAN 21 HORSE WORLD EXPO 2026 Additional Clinics & Seminars Jason Asher | Asher Horsemanship booth 1228 With nearly three decades in the equine industry, Jason Asher is dedicated to helping horses and riders build com- munication through classical horsemanship. A graduate of Hocking College (Back Country Horsemanship) and top of his class at the Kentucky Horseshoeing School, Jason em- phasizes groundwork and foundation riding. Influenced by Brannaman, Hunt, and the Dorrances, his program focuses on patience and developing the horse’s understanding from the ground up. From his Mayport, PA facility, he offers clin- ics that help horse and rider excel in any discipline. Jason’s approach prioritizes a true “conversation” between horse and human—never force—so horses are educated, not mere- ly trained. His program builds a solid foundation on the ground, layering skills thoughtfully for a seamless transition into the saddle. • Thur 3 PM – Preparing Your Youngster for the First Ride (Expo Hall) • Fri 5 PM – Riding With a Purpose; Foundation Under Saddle (Expo Hall) • Sat 11 AM – Pre-Ride Part 1, Prepare for a Successful Ride on the Ground (Expo Hall, LeftWall by Restrooms) • Sun 3 PM – Pre-Ride Part 2, Prepare for a Successful Ride in the Saddle (Expo Hall, LeftWall by Restrooms) Stephanie Barberra | University of Delaware booth A Centered Riding® Level III Clinician and Level IV Ap- prentice, Stephanie Barberra teaches riders to develop mind- ful communication through balance and body awareness. As a Professor in the Equine Science andManagement Program at Delaware Valley University, she draws from classical riding principles to enhance harmony and performance. Holding a Master’s in Teaching and Learning, Stephanie adapts her ap- proach for each student’s needs and learning style. Her mis- sion is to help riders bring clarity, empathy, and confidence to every ride. • Fri 5 PM – Intro to Centered Riding; Harmony & Communication (SeminarHall B) SallyBarnes| USDA–NaturalResourcesConservationSvc.booth240 Sally Barnes, Soil Conservation Technician with the USDA NRCS, helps farmers design and implement Best Management Practices ranging from manure storage to ero- sion control. A York County resident and racehorse breeder, she grew up riding in England and holds a B.S. in Agricul- tural Economics from the University of Reading. Sally merges scientific expertise and firsthand farm experi- ence to enhance soil and pasture health for sustainable equine management worldwide. • Thur 5 PM – Pasture Management &Heavy Use Areas (Seminar Hall B) Susan Berger | Certified Horsemanship Assoc. booth 414 Susan Berger has devoted her adult life to teaching and training across the equestrian industry. She began with Arabian horses, earning success in local and regional competition while helping recreational riders build con- fidence and connection. Through her business, Horse Connections, she expanded to serve all breeds, offering boarding and training in hunter, western, and dressage disciplines. A CHA Certified Master Instructor, Site Visitor, EWI Certifier, and Board member, Susan was named 2023 CHA Instructor of the Year. She developed a widely used groundwork program that supports lesson programs and nervous owners alike, empowering riders and instructors through clear, practical instruction. • Thur1PM– MastertheArtofTeaching(SeminarHallA) • Thur 5 PM– Personalized Groundwork (Round Pen) • Sun 11 AM – Bridge the Gap Between Ground & Under Saddle (Large Arena) Daisy Bicking | International School of Integrative Hoofcare booth 1028, 1107 Daisy A. Bicking, DEP, APF-I, CFGP, CLS, CE/CI, is a respected hoof care provider and educator from Parkesburg, PA, serving the equine community since 2005. Specializing in whole-horse rehabilitation through integrative modalities, she is widely recognized for her workwith laminitis and com- plex hoof pathology. Founder of The International School of Integrative Hoofcare, Daisy mentors aspiring professionals while maintaining an active practice. She has presented at UC Davis, Cornell University, and major international con- ferences, and dedicates more than 200 hours annually to continuing education.Through lectures, writing, and course- work, Daisy advances the science and art of hoof care world- wide. • Thur 4 PM – Laminitis; Prevention &Management (Seminar Hall A, Expo Hall back right) • Sun 2 PM – Partner in Your Horse’s Hoof Care (Seminar Hall A, Expo Hall back right) DanaBright | TheAmericanDrivingSociety,Inc.booth512,513 Dana Bright brings more than 40 years of experience to the sport drivingworld and currently serves as Vice President of the American Driving Society (ADS). A former Mid-At- lantic Regional Director, she helped establish the ADS Mid-Atlantic Recreational Drive at Fair Hill, Maryland. She chairs the ADS Pleasure Driving Committee and previously led the Education Committee, where she launched the online ADS Education Library and produced instructional harness- ing videos for new drivers. A recipient of the ADS President’s Award, Dana has earned Bronze, Silver, and Gold Driven Dressage Medals and competes in Combined and Pleasure Driving with singles, pairs, tandem, and four-in-hand. A li- censed judge and technical delegate since 1997, she teaches clinics nationwide and is dedicated to developing safe, skilled partnerships between horse and driver. • Fri 11 AM – The Family Tree of Sport Driving (Seminar Hall A, Expo Hall, back right) Jason Charles | JasonCharlesLLC.org Jason Charles owns and operates a training facility in Dillsburg, PA with his wife, Crystal, and daughters, Ayla and Isla Mae. He trains and coaches riders in reining, ranch, cow work, and trail competition, and has led the Horse World Expo Trail Challenge for the past five years. His accomplish- ments include a Congress Open Level 1 Futurity Top Ten fin- ish, NRHA Top Ten honors, Mustang Makeover Champion, and Equine Affaire Versatile Horse and Rider Champion. Ja- son has guided numerous clients to success at EPRHA events at Dream Park in New Jersey. Together with his family, he offers training, lessons, clinics, and farm-raised hay and live- stock, building confident, capable horse-and-rider teams. Ja- son and his family offer quality horse training, riding lessons, clinics, shoeing, alfalfa & timothy hay, miniature cattle, and English Labradors on their farm. Be sure to visit his website jasoncharlesllc.org for more information. • Thur 12:05PM– Getting Started inReining (LargeArena) • Sat11AM– ImproveYourTrailObstacleScore(EquineArena) Kendra Clarke | K. Clarke Equine booth 510 Kendra Clarke is a Level 2 Centered Riding instructor and a licensed FranklinMethod Equestrian 4 ★ Pelvic, Shoul- der, Leg, and Spine trainer—one of only two in the United States with these certifications. With a dressage foundation shaped by FEI andOlympic-level trainers, she applies biome- chanical principles across disciplines to improve rider effec- tiveness and equine comfort. Kendra is the only Racewood Equestrian Simulator Accredited trainer in the U.S., offering lessons on a Racewood Eventing Simulator to refine position and communication for riders of all ages. She also specializes in equine rehabilitation using tools such as the ProSix, devel- oping programs that support recovery from suspensory, kiss- ing spine, and neck injuries to promote long-termsoundness. • Fri 6 PM – Rider Biomechanics for the Everyday Rider (Equine Arena) • Sat 2 PM – Tactile Learning for Horses (Round Pen) • Sun 10 AM – Warmups for the Rider (Seminar Hall B) Rachel Cloninger | Penn State Equine Science booth 623, 624 Rachel Cloninger grew up on a dairy farm in southwest- ern Pennsylvania and earned her degree in Animal Science from Penn State University. After more than a decade work- ing in industry with PA FarmBureau, AgChoice FarmCred- it, and PennAg Industries, she returned to Penn State as the Animal Science Advising Coordinator. In this role, Rachel recruits prospective students, advises much of the under- graduate population, and teaches, guiding students to align Continued on page 22