Amateur Erika Sterling Gets Ranchy with Xtra Wimpys Catalyst, aka “Zorro”
April 14, 2025 Comments Off on Amateur Erika Sterling Gets Ranchy with Xtra Wimpys Catalyst, aka “Zorro”
By Delores Kuhlwein “His ears pricked forward, his thin-skinned nostrils quivering, his black mane flowing like windswept flame. Alec could not turn his eyes away; he could not believe such a perfect creature existed.” – Walter Farley, The Black Stallion. For as long as we can remember as horse lovers, a black stallion has danced […]
Continue reading …Around the Rings – 2025 West Virginia QHA Wymer Classic
April 13, 2025 Comments Off on Around the Rings – 2025 West Virginia QHA Wymer Classic
The first show of the year for the West Virginia Quarter Horse Association, the 2025 WVQHA Wymer Classic, is underway April 12-13 at Winfield Riding Club in Winfield, West Virginia, with judges Dawn Clason-Kreakie, Clay Cavinder, Amber Clark, and Bradley Luebben. The show is full of special touches, like NSBA classes with added money, Muffins and Mimosas during […]
Continue reading …Emma Rothlein Honored as First Recipient of Dr. Robie Herman Sportsmanship Award
April 12, 2025 Comments Off on Emma Rothlein Honored as First Recipient of Dr. Robie Herman Sportsmanship Award
By Delores Kuhlwein Dr. Robie Herman, a friend to all in the industry, passed away in February, and it’s such a fresh, painful loss for so many, it’s still hard to wrap our heads around the fact that he won’t come around the corner and greet us with a smile. His influence on the horse […]
Continue reading …Around the Rings – 2025 Nebraska QHA Amateur Show
April 11, 2025 Comments Off on Around the Rings – 2025 Nebraska QHA Amateur Show
The Nebraska Quarter Horse Association held its 2025 Amateur Show April 4-6 at Sandhills Global Event Center in Lincoln, Nebraska, with four AQHA judges/two NSBA judges. The judge roster: Marv and Sue Kupushion, Richard Spinks and Shannon Walker. The show boasted sold out stalls, fun circuit awards like bluetooth speakers and wireless chargers, and as always, […]
Continue reading …Around the Rings – 2025 March to Virginia & The Virginia Maiden
April 10, 2025 Comments Off on Around the Rings – 2025 March to Virginia & The Virginia Maiden
March to Virginia and The Virginia Maiden, March 27-30, 2025, kicked off their show with new management and ownership. The AQHA show, now owned by The Virginia Horse Center, was managed by AB Show Management, and organized by Allie Board and John Boxell. Judges were Mike Hawkins, Clint Fullerton, Lisa Ligon, and Mike Rapley. High Point Winners: […]
Continue reading …How to Shorten a Mane with Professional Braider Carly Estreich-Lueck
April 9, 2025 Comments Off on How to Shorten a Mane with Professional Braider Carly Estreich-Lueck
In this EC TV Learning Center video, Carly Estreich-Lueck of Lucky Twist, LLC, a professional braider of 20 years, provides a tutorial on how to shorten a mane to best prepare it for braiding and banding. Thank you to AQHA and NRHA exhibitor Carly, whose expertise at AQHA shows and A-rated Hunter/Jumper shows has graced […]
Continue reading …Around the Rings – 2025 Martinganza AQHA Show and Futurity
April 9, 2025 Comments Off on Around the Rings – 2025 Martinganza AQHA Show and Futurity
The Martinganza AQHA Show and Futurity celebrated its 25th Anniversary April 3rd-6th, 2025, at Senator Bob Martin Eastern Agricultural Center in Williamston, NC. Judges were Jessica Gilliam, Buddy Fisher, Tim Finkenbinder, Sissy Anderson, Kendra Weiss, Rick Baker, Rhonda Replogle, Pam Scott, and Bruce Army, and the show was AQHA, NSBA, NCQHA, VQHA points approved. Thank […]
Continue reading …21 Horses Die After Barn Catches Fire in Marion County
April 9, 2025 Comments Off on 21 Horses Die After Barn Catches Fire in Marion County
World Equestrian Center has released a statement to the press per WCJB, ABC in Gainesville, Florida: “We are aware of a tragic incident that occurred on private property personally owned by the individuals who also own World Equestrian Center. While the private property is entirely separate from and not affiliated with World Equestrian Center business […]
Continue reading …2025 AQHA East L1 Championship Draws and Patterns Live
April 8, 2025 Comments Off on 2025 AQHA East L1 Championship Draws and Patterns Live
𝗔𝗤𝗛𝗔 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝟭 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗱𝗿𝗮𝘄𝘀 and 𝗔𝗤𝗛𝗔 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝟭 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀 are now live! Resources – AQHA Stall charts will be posted next week. An extremely limited number of additional stalls are available. Additional stalls and pre-orders for feed and bedding are also now available. Each stall (including tack) comes with 5 bags […]
Continue reading …Join WEC Ocala for Easter Brunch on April 20
April 8, 2025 Comments Off on Join WEC Ocala for Easter Brunch on April 20
Easter Brunch Sunday, April 20 The spring-inspired brunch buffet includes a wide range of classics like deviled eggs and warm cinnamon rolls, along with elegant action stations. Upgrade to bottomless mimosas and spritz for an additional price, and don’t miss the bloody mary cash bar and live entertainment! Reservations required. Brunch | 8:30am, 11am, 2pm […]
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