“A black chair just like the one in the picture went to all the shows, unless the team flew. Clark would sit in the chair and coach the rail. It was a gathering place for team members to get advice about patterns and the truth of what they did wrong and praise on what they did right. There was never judgement or criticism. He always made it a learning experience.”
Continue reading …AQHA Seeking Director of International Activities to Take the Reins
March 24, 2022 Comments Off on AQHA Seeking Director of International Activities to Take the Reins
AQHA Publicity As the largest equine breed registry in the world, the American Quarter Horse Association does business in more than 130 countries, serving roughly 31,000 members and 440,000 registered American Quarter Horses. The director of international activities will be responsible for serving this important sector, which equates to nearly 15% of the Association’s business. […]
Continue reading …Ukrainian Equestrian Federation- Situation Update
March 24, 2022 Comments Off on Ukrainian Equestrian Federation- Situation Update
Through help from the FEI Solidarity Fund, we are setting up a stable facility at Lviv with 40 boxes to house horses in transit as we begin to evacuate more from danger. We continue to work with a number of individuals on both side the border to establish stop over locations for horses. Some will remain in the west of Ukraine and some will move further west into neighboring counties. There is also a requirement to establish quarantine stations for horses to complete their health requirements prior to their onward journey.
Continue reading …Training and Showing the 5 Most Difficult Types of Horses
March 24, 2022 Comments Off on Training and Showing the 5 Most Difficult Types of Horses
Ask anyone who’s shown for any length of time, and they’re likely to agree that not only are no two horses alike, some horses are just plain harder to get along with than others.
Continue reading …USEF Establishes Ukraine Relief Fund to Support Horses and Equestrians
March 23, 2022 Comments Off on USEF Establishes Ukraine Relief Fund to Support Horses and Equestrians
USEF President Tom O’Mara reinforced the importance of the Ukraine relief effort, stating, “The U.S. equestrian community always comes together to help fellow equestrians and horses in need. The acts of war in the Ukraine require all of us to join in supporting human and horse welfare in the areas impacted however we can. We will work closely with FEI to ensure all funds contributed are distributed to those who need it most.”
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NSBA News Did you know there are 61 million adults in the United States currently living with a disability? Attending the NSBA World Championship Show does not just afford Equestrians With Disabilities and Heroes On Horses riders the opportunity to compete on a level playing field, but also to grow and experience a community of […]
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Overall entries increased by 43% between 2020 and 2021 as the industry continued to recover from the effects of the pandemic. AQHA would like to recognize the top shows in 2021, determined by total entries divided by total show numbers.
Continue reading …AQHA Professionals of the Year Announced- Erickson, Tidwell, Jeane
March 23, 2022 Comments Off on AQHA Professionals of the Year Announced- Erickson, Tidwell, Jeane
AQHA Publicity The American Quarter Horse Association is proud to announce the 2021 Nutrena Don Burt AQHA Professional Horseman of the Year, Nutrena AQHA Professional Horsewoman of the Year and Most Valuable Professional award winners. Jerry Erickson The 2021 Nutrena Don Burt AQHA Professional Horseman of the Year is Jerry Erickson of Whitesboro, Texas. Erickson […]
Continue reading …Project Solomon- The True Story of a Lonely Horse Who Found a Home and Became a Hero
March 23, 2022 Comments Off on Project Solomon- The True Story of a Lonely Horse Who Found a Home and Became a Hero
After losing his herd, he was solitary and sad, spending his days standing near the plastic deer in his yard for company. No stranger herself to loss and heartache, Jodi knew she had to give Solomon a home.
Continue reading …Super Sires Winners at March to the Arch Are Angela Fox and Sharon Forbes-Hanks
March 23, 2022 Comments Off on Super Sires Winners at March to the Arch Are Angela Fox and Sharon Forbes-Hanks
One of the highlights of the March To The Arch horse show that took place in Fort Worth, Texas over the weekend were two Super Sires classes. Executive Committee members, Joan Schroeder and Stephen Stephens, presented awards in the $2,500 added Non-Pro All Aged Hunter Under Saddle Stakes and $1,250 Added Amateur Select Horsemanship Stakes.
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