Behind-the-Scenes at 2015 AQHA Convention With Scott Trahan
March 9, 2015 Comments Off on Behind-the-Scenes at 2015 AQHA Convention With Scott Trahan
“Many Halter competitors and trainers attended the session on Halter for the anticipated ‘lip chain’ discussion. While many of us were thinking this was a topic of the past, it seems to have resurfaced.”
Continue reading …A Home For a Legend- John Hoyt- $36,135 Raised So Far
March 3, 2015 Comments Off on A Home For a Legend- John Hoyt- $36,135 Raised So Far
For those who know John, living in an active horse environment is a key aspect of his well-being. Without this option, it would be removing him from the life he loves. At this point, he has a good support system that allows him to live independently and continue to give back to the industry.
Continue reading …APHA Convention Blog #1- With Alison Umberger and Ann Jones
March 2, 2015 Comments Off on APHA Convention Blog #1- With Alison Umberger and Ann Jones
Business began with the Executive Director’s Report and General Membership on Friday morning. Billy Smith provided positive membership numbers, a balanced operating budget, and an overall positive financial report for the association.
Continue reading …EC Blog: “Excuse Me Judge, I Need You To Move So I Can Finish My Pattern…”
February 17, 2015 Comments Off on EC Blog: “Excuse Me Judge, I Need You To Move So I Can Finish My Pattern…”
Even the most experienced showmen make mistakes from time to time, but how many of us can reflect on those mishaps with a winning attitude?
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“Arizona Sun Circuit was my first big show. Being a newcomer to the all around world and having a new horse, one can only imagine my delight, as well as my fear, entering the show pen.”
Continue reading …2015 AZ. Sun Circuit Off to a Blazing Start
January 26, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 AZ. Sun Circuit Off to a Blazing Start
Close to $40,000 worth of goods, saddles, electronics, and gift certificates will be randomly given through a variety of fun games, trivia contests, drawings, and lucky exhibitor awards.
Continue reading …FAQ’s About APHA Amateur Platinum 50+ Proposal
January 23, 2015 Comments Off on FAQ’s About APHA Amateur Platinum 50+ Proposal
EC Blog by: Carla Perri Dear APHA Members, We wanted to make sure you know about a new proposal to the APHA Amateur Committee at the Convention next month in February that would greatly benefit us older APHA members. The proposal is to form a new division such as the Amateur Walk/Trot. This new division […]
Continue reading …Rubbing Elbows With Equine Millionaires in the Heart of Horse Country
January 23, 2015 Comments Off on Rubbing Elbows With Equine Millionaires in the Heart of Horse Country
Mare owners looking to breed are able to get an up-close inspection of potential sires, and fans are able to see the horses that captured their hearts on the track, now standing just a few feet awa
Continue reading …Arizona All Breed Circuit Strikes Gold!
December 19, 2014 Comments Off on Arizona All Breed Circuit Strikes Gold!
This is a show that reminds us of the “why” – why we started showing horses in the first place, why we had fun at horse shows, and why we wanted to come back year after year. It’s a show that has decided it’s best to take care of its exhibitors, trainers, and supporters.
Continue reading …Behind the Scenes at the 2014 NRHA Futurity With Lauren Crivelli
December 15, 2014 Comments Off on Behind the Scenes at the 2014 NRHA Futurity With Lauren Crivelli
Starting with a clean slate, each of the finals qualifiers entered the arena and completed Pattern # 10. This run-in pattern created a huge amount of energy that the packed crowd fed off of.
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