An Inside Look at New “Restricted Registry” Proposal that Aims to Promote Inclusivity and Protect Paint Horse Breed
July 10, 2020 Comments Off on An Inside Look at New “Restricted Registry” Proposal that Aims to Promote Inclusivity and Protect Paint Horse Breed
Allowing solid horses to show alongside their colored peers is certainly not a new discussion. It’s something that has been contemplated for years. However, with the current state of the industry, the Committee believes that the time is now to make such a move so future generations have a Paint Horse industry to enjoy. Hence, the reason for asking the Board of Directors for Emergency Action on the proposal, instead of waiting until the 2021 Convention.
Continue reading …Youth Spotlight – The Langley Sisters
July 10, 2020 Comments Off on Youth Spotlight – The Langley Sisters
Sometimes, for certain families, the horse world just pulls you in and doesn’t let go. Avery and Addie Langley are no exception. The Langley girls are rising stars who can be seen showing in youth all-around events at all the major AQHA circuits, and they’re in good company with their mom, Anna Langley, and their aunt, Heather Van Hooser, who not only inspire them but can also be found making their marks in the show pen as well.
Continue reading …Around the Ring Photos and Results- IPHA Firecracker Classic
July 9, 2020 Comments Off on Around the Ring Photos and Results- IPHA Firecracker Classic
Now that competitions are starting to resume in certain states, exhibitors in the Midwest were excited to get back to their old stomping grounds at Gordyville in Illinois for the Illinois Paint Horse Association’s Firecracker Classic. True to the show’s name, the event took place July 2-3 over Fourth of July weekend.
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Little did she know that there was a plan brewing and that by the end of the weekend, not only would she be a Circuit Champion, but also an engaged woman!
Continue reading …From the Publisher: Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder
July 8, 2020 Comments Off on From the Publisher: Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder
The Roman poet Sextus is credited with the earliest version of the proverb “absence makes the heart grow fonder” which describes the feeling of greater affection between friends and lovers who are kept apart.
Continue reading …On The Cover: Natalie Vargo and She Had Me At Hello
July 7, 2020 Comments Off on On The Cover: Natalie Vargo and She Had Me At Hello
There stands a tearful Tom Cruise, confessing his undying love, only to be interrupted by Renee Zellweger, who utters one of the most romantic movie lines, “You had me at hello.” It’s not only a touching scene, but also the inspiration behind the name of the Congress and World Champion earning mare known as She Had Me At Hello. However, for AQHA youth competitor Natalie Vargo it wasn’t exactly love at first sight with the show partner she calls “Georgie.”
Continue reading …Complete Results From Big A & Stars N Stripes- 21,000+ Entries
July 7, 2020 Comments Off on Complete Results From Big A & Stars N Stripes- 21,000+ Entries
The Big A & Stars N Stripes has officially concluded, and An Equine Production show management reports recording a whopping 21,000+ total entries across all divisions with AQHA entires totaling more than 19,000 during the dual event that took place June 26-28 and June 30-July 5.
Continue reading …Pilot Knob Quarter Horses Closing its Doors After 20 Year Run
July 6, 2020 Comments Off on Pilot Knob Quarter Horses Closing its Doors After 20 Year Run
For the past 20 years, Pilot Knob Quarter Horses has stood some of the top stallions in the industry, and, this month, they will be closing their doors as the facility changes hands. The picturesque property located in the foothills of Pinnacle, NC. has been owned by Mike Hay since 2001, where he has managed stallions like Luke At Me, Hot N Blazing, One Hot Krymsun, Mazeratti, Extremely Hot Chips, The Rock, The Krymsun Kruzer, Secretz, Whizkey On The Rocks, Telusive, An Absolute Martini, and more, breeding up to 300 mares a year.
Continue reading …Horse Show Life in the Land of the Midnight Sun
July 6, 2020 Comments Off on Horse Show Life in the Land of the Midnight Sun
When most of us think of Alaska, we envision plentiful snow, stunning glaciers, and salmon fishing. Yet, not everyone realizes the horse show industry we all know and love is very much part of life in this frigid locale.
Continue reading …Michael Hoyt Performance Horses – Taking a Passion for Riding to the Next Level
July 4, 2020 Comments Off on Michael Hoyt Performance Horses – Taking a Passion for Riding to the Next Level
Michael Hoyt is a horseman with drive, determination, and a passion for horses and competition. He was born in Cortez, Colorado and grew up in Bloomfield, New Mexico, a high desert community steeped in Native American history. Hoyt grew up with his father and mother, Michael Senior and Connie, and his sister, Terri, and younger brother, Bryan. While most parents find ways to fend off the begging and pleading of a horse crazy child, hoping it will give way to less expensive interests, Hoyt’s parents took a different tact.
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