Reid drills us on parts and pieces of the patterns, but we try to avoid putting everything together until right before we leave, so that our horses don’t anticipate the patterns.
Continue reading … William Shatner cultivated a career spanning over 50 years as an Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actor, director, producer, screenwriter, recording artist, author and horseman. He is one of pop culture’s most recognizable figures, and for his contributions as a horseman, horse industry promoter and philanthropist, NRHA is proud to honor him with the Dale Wilkinson Lifetime Achievement Award.
Check out this teeny-tiny competitor, 2-year-old, Sadie Grace, showing APHA gelding, Cool Hotrod, at the country fair! It just goes to show that it’s never too early to start.
Continue reading …“My wife and I are excited to have the opportunity to buy such an incredible animal. I cannot thank Joan Schroeder enough, as well as my son-in-law, Scott Weiss, for putting this deal together. We’re excited to move forward and expand our horizons into the Quarter Horse Western Pleasure industry.”
Continue reading …The McQuays said that it wasn’t an easy decision, but they feel it is time to slow down and enjoy their grandchildren. Colleen added, “We will not be closing our doors; we will remain very active in both the Reining horse industry and the Hunter/Jumper world.”
Continue reading …The AQHA Youth World Show is only a week away and that means young riders around the country are hard at work putting in last minute practice sessions before the quest for the Golden Globe begins in Oklahoma City. Thanks to Emma Brown for this EC Photo of the Day. Send in yours by emailing […]
Continue reading …It is our hope that the Rodrock family and Huntin’s fans will know how much he was loved and appreciated and how his impact on the horse industry will only increase with future generations.
Continue reading …The horse descriptions that say, “Can get hot,” or “Be careful with your spurs,” are usually the horses that girls don’t want. Instead of having the attitude of, “I hope I don’t get that horse,” it’s important to teach yourself to think, “What am I going to do to get the most out of that horse if I get it?” Simply changing your mindset will drastically alter how your ride will go.
Continue reading …Tip #1- Avoid creating a pass or fail mentality. Your kid’s job is to function at their optimal level, TODAY! They are working with an animal that has its own free will and doesn’t always understand the emotions coming from the rider, or people surrounding the rider. Credit their improvements.
Continue reading …Thanks to Katie McCullough for this cute shot of her youngest equestrian, Myles, who is about to turn one in a few weeks, and loves to flip through the pages of The Equine Chronicle to look at all the “pretty ponies!” If you have a photo that would be perfect for our EC Photo of […]
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