Kentucky Horse Park Holiday Season
October 13, 2016 Comments Off on Kentucky Horse Park Holiday Season
The Southern Lights holiday festival returns to the Kentucky Horse Park for its 23rd year. This festival is a fundraiser for the Kentucky Horse Park Foundation, and a holiday tradition for families from throughout the Bluegrass region and beyond. The lights are on 5:30-10 p.m. nightly Nov. 18-Dec. 31, with the Holiday Festival open each night with the exception of Nov. 24 and Dec. 24 to 31.
Continue reading …Kimes Ranch VIP Concert- Saturday, Oct. 22nd
October 13, 2016 Comments Off on Kimes Ranch VIP Concert- Saturday, Oct. 22nd
“We have a packed show planned next week with a great lineup of artists for Congress Hall and for our Customer VIP Concert in the Congress Corral. No one will want to miss seeing Angie who was top 12 on The Voice last season or Jaida who wrote the number one song “Home Alone Tonight” for Luke Bryan. Not to mention our headliner Trick Pony. These are all going to be fantastic shows,” remarked Lindsay Perraton director of marketing for Kimes Ranch.
Continue reading …Behind the Manes – The Braiders & Banders Speak
October 13, 2016 Comments Off on Behind the Manes – The Braiders & Banders Speak
While sitting in the stands at a major event, you may catch yourself admiring elite horse and rider teams as they stride into the pen.
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Botulism is a highly fatal disease caused by toxins produced by spore-forming bacteria (several types of Clostridium botulinum) found in the environment, generally in the soil.
Continue reading …Congrats NCEA Riders of the Month! Kaylee Mellott/Horsemanship, Taylor Brown/Reining
October 12, 2016 Comments Off on Congrats NCEA Riders of the Month! Kaylee Mellott/Horsemanship, Taylor Brown/Reining
Kaylee- Finished a perfect 4-0 in Horsemanship during the month of September, including three wins against ranked opponents.
Taylor- Posted a 3-0 record in Reining during the month of September, earning three MVP honors.
In Aftermath of Deadly Hurricane Matthew, American Humane Working to Help Animals Displaced by Storm
October 12, 2016 Comments Off on In Aftermath of Deadly Hurricane Matthew, American Humane Working to Help Animals Displaced by Storm
Okatie is one of the hardest hit areas of South Carolina, near Hilton Head Island, which suffered from what the governor called “unprecedented damage.” “The local PAL shelter reached out to us to help them and their community recover from the disaster, and we will do everything in our power to make a difference for the animal victims and their families,” said Randy Collins, national director of animal rescue for American Humane.
Continue reading …The All American Quarter Horse Congress Celebrates 50 Years of Equine Tradition
October 12, 2016 Comments Off on The All American Quarter Horse Congress Celebrates 50 Years of Equine Tradition
An estimated 650,000 total attendees will attend the Congress during October, channeling more than 2.5 million dollars into the Central Ohio market. Of the approximate 18,000 total entries, spanning worldwide, 735 are Ohio residents.
Continue reading …New Product: A Unique Take on the Bell Boot
October 12, 2016 Comments Off on New Product: A Unique Take on the Bell Boot
They have a unique fastener designed to open and close without the need for Velcro. Additionally, it latches at the hoof, not the ankle, meaning fewer rubs. Finally, the boot is made from a high-tear strength polymer that can take the everyday wear and tear that other boots can’t. It is designed to last.
Continue reading …NSBA Riders’ Cup to be Held With Georgia Classic, Nov. 30th-Dec. 4th
October 12, 2016 Comments Off on NSBA Riders’ Cup to be Held With Georgia Classic, Nov. 30th-Dec. 4th
Judges for the Riders’ Cup will be Brett Clark, Rhonda Replogle, and Cindy Rucker.
Continue reading …APHA Mourns Loss of National Directors Lynn Titlow and Linda Lewis
October 12, 2016 Comments Off on APHA Mourns Loss of National Directors Lynn Titlow and Linda Lewis
One evening, after visiting friend and trainer Wendy Vancuren-Simons, Lynn told Travis she bought a horse. Although neither had a permanent job nor a home of their own, they were proud owners of a solid Paint-bred mare, Sabrina Knox.
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