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EC Photo of the Day – Bella D’Onofrio and Whata Moonlite Ride

February 1, 2024 Comments Off

Congratulations to Bella D’Onofrio on her #1 AQHA Youth 14-18 title with Whata Moonlite Ride for 2023! “To say this horse has made so many of my dreams come true would be an understatement. Seriously the most special animal I will ever swing my leg over and I am forever grateful for that. I […]

Silver Cleaning Secrets… Ketchup, Really?

January 31, 2024 Comments Off

You read this correctly—that ketchup is a very effective silver cleaner. Why does it work? Silver tarnishes when the sulfur compounds in the air react with it and form silver sulfide. The most likely reason some people swear by ketchup is because it contains acetic acid, better known as vinegar.

EC Photo of the Day: Ayana McKnight and Only One At The Bar

January 31, 2024 Comments Off

“Nothing is as important as passion. No matter what you want to do with your life, be passionate.”- Jon Bon Jovi. Meet Ayana McKnight, who rides with Mike and May Edwards Quarter Horses, and Only One At The Bar, aka “Spencer.” Ayana is not only an accomplished equestrian, but she’s also in her second year […]

EC Photo of the Day – Every Cloud Has A Silver Lining

January 30, 2024 Comments Off

We call this photo “every cloud has a silver lining,” or “how to keep your kids busy at a horse show after it rains.” This adorable young man is Cooper McNamee, and though the sun is out at the Southern Arizona Quarter Horse Association Saguaro Classic, he’s making good use of the puddles left by the […]

EC Transformation Tuesday – Sunny Stroede Rufo

January 30, 2024 Comments Off

This is first photo is Sunny Stroede Rufo in 1996 at the age of 4! How cute is that! The second image shows Sunny at the age of 31 with her Reserve Congress Champion, Reckless Charlie, in 2023! Thank you to Jane L Stroede for this fun Transformation Tuesday – we hope it’s a surprise […]

In Loving Memory of John S. Narmont, 1942 – 2024

January 29, 2024 Comments Off

From Bramley Funeral Home: John S. Narmont, age 81, of Auburn, IL died peacefully at his home in Auburn, IL of natural causes, on January 18, 2024. John was born on June 24, 1942 in Springfield, IL, to Stephen and Luriel Welle Narmont. John met the love of his life and married Sondra on February […]

EC Photo of the Day – The Secret to Keeping a Show Horse Happy

January 29, 2024 Comments Off

“The secret to keeping a show horse happy….get him a chicken of his very own!” says Ginny Tauer. This is Invited for Chocolat, aka “Teddy,” a 2018 ApHC gelding. “Teddy loves them!” Also, note the droopy lip, she adds. Teddy has several pet chickens, who lay eggs in his stall. “After that picture, there were […]

EC Foal Photo of the Day – Ditty Up Baby!

January 28, 2024 Comments Off

The folks at Ditty Up Farm had an exciting morning this past Wednesday with the arrival of a handsome colt by Made Four It and out of VS Lawless. “Big Thanks to Cecily Zuidema for answering her phone and coaching us through the process,” says Nancy Ditty. “Seth Ditty, you did amazing pulling. Everyone […]

EC Photo of the Day – The Air of Heaven

January 27, 2024 Comments Off

“The air of heaven is that which blows between a horse’s ears.” – Arabian proverb. This is Gloria Maillard Haid with her 17 year old APHA mare, Sensational Angel. “Angel” currently resides in Pilot Point, Texas, and gets to work as a therapy horse. Gloria is a therapeutic riding instructor at Stable Strides Farm and Blue […]

World Equestrian Center – Ocala: The Riding Academy Hotel Now Accepting Reservations Online

January 26, 2024 Comments Off

From WEC Ocala: A new era lies ahead for World Equestrian Center – Ocala as The Riding Academy Hotel begins accepting reservations online for 2024. The 390-suite hotel is the newest addition to World Equestrian Center – Ocala, joining The Equestrian Hotel which currently offers 248 luxury rooms and suites to guests at the world-class […]