Silver Dollar Circuit Goals: Youth World Qualification!
February 28, 2017 Comments Off on Silver Dollar Circuit Goals: Youth World Qualification!
Good morning horse show goers! Emma Edwards and Cori Cansdale here. Silver Dollar is not only a show that’s fun to show at, but it’s also a great opportunity to compete in big classes and achieve numerous points. In all Level 3 classes, there were 20+ exhibitors! In the Level 2 classes, there were 10-15+ exhibitors in each division. There were even multiple splits in the Amateur Western Pleasure! In the Novice Youth Horsemanship, there were 30 goes. The turnout is awesome!
Continue reading …An Indian Outlaw Steals the Show at Dixie Nationals
February 28, 2017 Comments Off on An Indian Outlaw Steals the Show at Dixie Nationals
Angie ultimately decided to emulate the character of Tonto from The Lone Ranger. Then, many of her friends and clients helped create the costume and props, design a makeup look, and did research to ensure historical accuracy.
Continue reading …AQHA’s Know to Grow Affiliate Workshop- May 22-25
February 28, 2017 Comments Off on AQHA’s Know to Grow Affiliate Workshop- May 22-25
The “Go, Know, Grow – AQHA Affiliate Workshop” will cover a variety of topics, including member growth, marketing, engaging youth, animal welfare, recreational riding, team building, conflict resolution, and much more. There will also be several breakout sessions available to discuss these specific areas, in addition to any questions you have to help make your affiliate more successful. There will also be a session targeting AQHA racing affiliates.
Continue reading …New Executive Committee Takes the Reins at APHA Convention
February 27, 2017 Comments Off on New Executive Committee Takes the Reins at APHA Convention
“You may not agree with some of the things I do, but you can always be confident that my actions are taken on the condition that they are for the betterment of the Paint Horse and the association,” George said. “No doubt, I will make mistakes. But as my hero Teddy Roosevelt said, ‘The only man who doesn’t make mistakes is the one who never does anything.’ I appreciate your support, and the work I’ll rely upon from you this year.”
Continue reading …LIVE From Silver Dollar Circuit- Minding Your P’s in Showmanship
February 27, 2017 Comments Off on LIVE From Silver Dollar Circuit- Minding Your P’s in Showmanship
“A lot is based on the very first impression when you walk in the pen. Showmanship is so up close and personal so that first impression is a huge deal… and your pattern.”
Continue reading …Industry Standouts Honored at APHA Hall of Fame Banquet
February 27, 2017 Comments Off on Industry Standouts Honored at APHA Hall of Fame Banquet
“When our family was notified of the Hall of Fame induction, I spent some time on the website reading some articles,” Hall of Fame Inductee Jerry Peddycoart’s daughter, Sharon Frost, said. “And when I read the [APHA Mission Statement,] I read it in Dad’s voice. To me, it perfectly summed up his feelings: ‘We inspire, nurture, promote and provide meaningful experiences to generations interested in preserving the versatile Paint Horse.’
Continue reading …APHA Convention: Touring the Future Home of the American Paint Horse
February 24, 2017 Comments Off on APHA Convention: Touring the Future Home of the American Paint Horse
“I feel this move will put APHA in front of millions of people who visit the Stockyards and expose them to the versatile Paint Horse on a daily basis, something that would not normally happen in its current location.”
Continue reading …PtHA Wrangler Exhibitor of the Month- Penelope Martin
February 24, 2017 Comments Off on PtHA Wrangler Exhibitor of the Month- Penelope Martin
When Penelope’s husband proposed to her, he promised that if she married him, he would buy her a horse. On their 40th anniversary, he surprised her with a 6-month-old Pinto named Kokomo Dream.
Continue reading …Help Our Horses be a Part of the National Economic Impact Study
February 24, 2017 Comments Off on Help Our Horses be a Part of the National Economic Impact Study
The equine industry is often overlooked when it comes to the importance of its economic impact. We must be able to show the value of the equine industry to stress the benefit and importance our industry has on the U.S. economy.
Continue reading …Attracting Newcomers to the Horse Industry Through Time to Ride
February 23, 2017 Comments Off on Attracting Newcomers to the Horse Industry Through Time to Ride
The Time to Ride program—designed to encourage introductions between newcomers and horses through horse business incentives—has already helped nearly 25,000 people experience horses for the first time. More than 1,000 events held by 216 hosts took place during last year’s competition.
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