The survey found that 75 percent of members are female and 49 percent of members are age 56 and older. The survey also revealed that the majority of AQHA members own five horses or fewer and have been riding for more than 20 years. The majority of members ride for recreation and fun.

Last week, a protest outside a rally for presidential candidate Donald Trump in Kansas City grew combative resulting in the arrest of four people and pepper spray being used when crowds overflowed into a busy street. One young woman took things a bit too far when she “slapped” a police horse named Dan.

Isn’t it funny how a good horseman patiently helps an emotionally charged and fearful horse settle and calm himself from his fears, but can have so much difficulty helping an emotionally influenced customer do the same?

Teichert, a 24-year-old full time ranch hand from Idaho came out on top with over 250 of the 2,800 online votes. It’s a win, that Teichert credits to her ranching community ties.

We are saddened to report another passing of a young soul within the equestrian community. 25-year-old Erin O’Neill, an equestrian and member of the Indiana Quarter Horse Association, was involved in a severe motorcycle accident on Tuesday evening along with her boyfriend, Cody Higdon.

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