Adult Rider Program
The Adult Rider Coordinator for Area III is Debbie MacConnel. Please contact her at Area3AdultRiders@outlook.com.
2026 Winter/Spring Virtual Team Challenge USEA Area III Adult Riders
What is a virtual team challenge?
The virtual team challenge (VTC) randomly matches up interested adult riders into teams for a friendly competition, where points are earned from competing in USEA recognized events, volunteering, and fun challenges.
Who can join the VTC?
The VTC is open to all Area 3 Adult Riders (amateur or professional). Must be a 2026 member.
When is the VTC?
The joining period runs now through January 15th.
Points accumulate January through Area Champs on May 30th.
Why do a VTC?
Camaraderie! Get to know fellow Area 3 riders online and in person.
It’s free! No extra fees—it’s part of your Adult Rider membership.
Prizes! Who doesn’t love a chance to win more things?
Volunteerism! Competing earns points, but volunteering earns points and the satisfaction of giving back to your sport and your team.
How do I join?
Email area3adultriders@outlook.com to join by January 15th, or to ask any questions.
Please put “VTC” in the subject line, then watch for an email with more information and details on meeting your team!
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Travel Grants for Area III Adult Riders
The purpose of the travel grant is to reimburse Adult Rider/Young Rider members for a portion of travel expenses for educational programs sponsored by USEA. For Adult Riders, programs include the Eventing Coaches Program (ECP) Workshops or Symposium, and for Young Riders, the grants are intended for regional or national clinics or participation in the Mentorship Program at YR Championships.
CRITERIA. To be eligible for a grant the individual must:
Be a member of the Area III Adult Riders or Area III Young Riders program prior to activity registration/selection.
Submit a request to the appropriate AR/YR Coordinator requesting a travel grant.
Provide proof of volunteering at least 8 hours at a recognized horse trials during the current
competition year (Dec-Nov).
A member is restricted to one travel grant per competition year (Dec-Nov).
Members receiving other grants through any USEF/USEA program are excluded from travel grant
eligibility.
AVAILABILITY. A maximum of 10 grants of up to $150 each will be awarded to reimburse travel expenses associated with the approved activity. Approved recipients are required to submit receipts to the area treasurer for reimbursement of up to $150. Members will be approved based on date of request and date of activity. After 10 grant award approvals, no further awards will be made during the current competition year.
Eventing Coaches Program (ECP) scholarship
The Cindy Burge Memorial Eventing Coaches Program (ECP) Grant provides funds to assist those who wish to pursue ECP education. Within Area III, the Adult Rider program sponsors a yearly scholarship of up to $500 for ECP assessment. Contact the AR Coordinator for further details.
Email Distribution List
The email distribution list is growing as we grow membership. You need to sign up for the USEA Adult Rider program to be placed on the list. I will add any USEA organizer as a courtesy so let me know if you would like to be included.