The Green Braid, How One Equestrian is Honoring a Fallen Friend
July 15, 2015 Comments Off on The Green Braid, How One Equestrian is Honoring a Fallen Friend
“I want to keep him in a positive mood and fighting hard for his future by letting him know that I haven’t forgotten about him, even though I can’t be by his side all the time.”
Continue reading …AQHA Youth World Competitors Required to Wear Show Numbers at All Times When Schooling
July 14, 2015 Comments Off on AQHA Youth World Competitors Required to Wear Show Numbers at All Times When Schooling
“Numbers are required to be worn at all times when working your horse. An extra schooling number and number for your halter will be given to you when you pick up your entry packets from the show office.”
Continue reading …Complete Results From Stars N Stripes & Big A, Nearly 16,000 Entries Total!
July 13, 2015 Comments Off on Complete Results From Stars N Stripes & Big A, Nearly 16,000 Entries Total!
The final totals are in for the 2015 Stars N Stripes and Big A, and with entries nearing 16,000 for the ten-day event, it’s clear the double circuit was a resounding success. The show recently concluded over the weekend in Conyers, Georgia with great numbers that sustained throughout the show’s duration.
Continue reading …Summer Celebration Quarter Horse Circuit is Huge Hit, Drawing Almost 4,000 Entries
July 10, 2015 Comments Off on Summer Celebration Quarter Horse Circuit is Huge Hit, Drawing Almost 4,000 Entries
Daily class winners won buckets filled with brushes and products, $10 coupons, and circuit winners took home Silverado Silver Buckles or custom director’s chairs. Beautiful custom tooled leather briefcases, Bob Avila Silver Spurs, and Jumbo Gear bags were given to the All-Around Champions.
Continue reading …2015 Arizona Fall Championship Announces Incredible Lineup of Prizes and Awards!
July 10, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 Arizona Fall Championship Announces Incredible Lineup of Prizes and Awards!
Bronze trophies, Rod Patrick Caiman boots, 20X Atwood Hats, Cinch Jeans certificates, Professional’s Choice Bob Avila bit and spurs, a performance saddle, a Leson Classic saddle, a Jeff Smith saddle, Shorty’s Caboy Hats, and full page ads in The Equine Chronicle are among the great prizes!
Continue reading …Painted Pony Competition, Doggy Trail, and NQHL Huntfield Derby Highlight Off Day at Stars N Stripes and Big A
July 9, 2015 Comments Off on Painted Pony Competition, Doggy Trail, and NQHL Huntfield Derby Highlight Off Day at Stars N Stripes and Big A
Tiny tykes used brightly colored paint, yarn, feathers, beads, glue, googly eyes, and plenty of glitter to decorate their horses in preparation for the ChelMar Farms Painted Pony Show that was set to take place later in the afternoon.
Continue reading …Latest Results and Photos From 2015 Stars N Stripes and Big A
July 8, 2015 Comments Off on Latest Results and Photos From 2015 Stars N Stripes and Big A
Because of the overwhelming response to today’s National Quarter Horse League Huntfield Derby, the estimated start time for the Low Derby has been moved up to noon. There will be 36 entries compete for the top title as well as cash and prizes.
Continue reading …CHANGE is COMING – APHA World Show Moves to September
July 8, 2015 Comments Off on CHANGE is COMING – APHA World Show Moves to September
Chocolate or vanilla? Republican or Democrat? Fort Worth or Oklahoma City? It’s a debate that’s been going on for nearly six years now. Since the American Paint Horse Association (APHA) separated the Open/Amateur World Championship Show from the Youth World Championship Show and moved it to November, exhibitors, trainers, and judges alike have had to make the decision between Fort Worth and Oklahoma City for the AQHA World Championship Show. Starting in 2017, there will no longer be a debate.
Continue reading …One Horse Trainer’s Act of Kindness- 2015 AjPHA Youth World
July 7, 2015 Comments Off on One Horse Trainer’s Act of Kindness- 2015 AjPHA Youth World
While there is no doubt in my mind that Wade would not tell this story himself, I want to give him a shout out for being the epitome and perfect representation of what we all should be in the Paint industry when it comes to extending a helping hand and reaching out to others!
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The term “family” means different things to different people. The nuclear family, which consists of a pair of adults and their biological offspring, is no longer the social norm in our society. In the horse world, it’s no different. This new type of family, the “blended” family, brings together people from different backgrounds and bloodlines to form an entirely unique family unit. Their paths might cross later in life, in some cases, but their love for one another is strong, despite lacking a biological connection. For families in the horse industry, taking care of horses and traveling to horse shows helps develop a sense of unity. Through these activities, families are united by their mutual love of horses.
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