“As far as I’m concerned, every dollar I spend to support a kid with livestock, is a dollar I’m less likely to have to spend on addiction and rehab, unplanned pregnancy, and therapists. It’s no different than paying for them to play a school-sanctioned sport. Investing in your student’s success should be a universal language, not just one that’s spoken by parents.” – Karen Melroy
Continue reading …Behind the Scenes Photos From 2016 SOQHA Madness With Mindie Maus
April 11, 2016 Comments Off on Behind the Scenes Photos From 2016 SOQHA Madness With Mindie Maus
Special thanks to Mindie Maus for sharing fun photos from behind the scenes at the Horsemanship pen at the 2016 SOQHA Madness that took place over the weekend in Wilmington, Ohio. If you’d like to share photos from an equine event near you, email b.bevis@equinechronicle.com.
Continue reading …EC Blog: The Do’s and Don’ts of Horse Shopping (From Someone Who’s Been There)
April 5, 2016 Comments Off on EC Blog: The Do’s and Don’ts of Horse Shopping (From Someone Who’s Been There)
Ask questions. The only dumb question is one that’s not asked. Some people tend to get shy when it comes to asking certain questions. I like to think, if I’m spending my hard earned money, I want to know everything there is to know about that horse.
Continue reading …Behind the Scenes at 2016 Martinganza With Steven Pelzer
March 31, 2016 Comments Off on Behind the Scenes at 2016 Martinganza With Steven Pelzer
The 2016 Martinganza Quarter Horse Show and Futurity kicks off today in Williamston, North Carolina and will continue through the weekend. Judges for the event are Tanya Green, Pam Scott, Clint Fullerton, Chris Jeter, and Clay Macleod. A new schedule has been implemented for 2016 with random Trail on Friday and Saturday during set times. All […]
Continue reading …How It Feels to Be Named AQHA Professional Horsewoman of the Year!
March 16, 2016 Comments Off on How It Feels to Be Named AQHA Professional Horsewoman of the Year!
I was named the 2015 Professional Horsewoman of the Year, hence why my report is a bit tardy! It really hasn’t quite sunk in yet, and I’m so honored and humbled. This is a special award, because it comes from my peers. What many of you don’t know is that I didn’t grow up showing in the AQHA.
Continue reading …Sydney Scheckel – A Shining Light in the Equestrian Community
March 15, 2016 Comments Off on Sydney Scheckel – A Shining Light in the Equestrian Community
“Nothing’s forever…everything you experience, every hardship and ordeal is part of a master plan intended to teach you something or lead you somewhere. As hard as today may be, it will end, and there will be a tomorrow to look forward to. You just need the foresight and faith to see it.”
Continue reading …Day 2 at 2016 AQHA Convention With Lainie DeBoer
March 14, 2016 Comments Off on Day 2 at 2016 AQHA Convention With Lainie DeBoer
“AQHA is an industry leader, and to survive and be successful they need to make good decisions regarding the membership. The three pronged approach is Analyze, Align, and Act. In order to respond to change, they must Define, Decide, and Deliver.”
Continue reading …En-Route to 2016 AQHA Convention With Candace Jussen
March 10, 2016 Comments Off on En-Route to 2016 AQHA Convention With Candace Jussen
We have two lovely ladies blogging for EquineChronicle.com from the #AQHAConvention in Las Vegas! Stay tuned for reports from AQHA judge, trainer, and Professional Horseman Lainie DeBoer and AQHA exhibitor, owner, and breeder Candace Jussen. Candace Jussen- En-Route to AQHA Convention 2016! “We’re off. We were up at 4:30 am so we could beat traffic for a 6:40 am […]
Continue reading …From Austria to Florida: A Whirlwind Month Spent Showing Horses in the US!
February 24, 2016 Comments Off on From Austria to Florida: A Whirlwind Month Spent Showing Horses in the US!
1 month, 6 states, 4 horse shows, 1 new foal, and countless memories
Continue reading …Broke and Love Horse Showing? You’re Not Alone
February 18, 2016 Comments Off on Broke and Love Horse Showing? You’re Not Alone
Let’s face it, sometimes horse showing can be a disheartening sport. When messages all around you are shouting, ‘this is beyond your budget!’ it’s hard to stay focused on the prize. I’m here to tell you you’re not alone!
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