The Bold and Beautiful: Trailblazing Women of the American Quarter Horse
January 20, 2016 Comments Off on The Bold and Beautiful: Trailblazing Women of the American Quarter Horse
The exhibit features the history and triumphs of the 12 female Hall of Fame inductees: Nancy Dear, Carol Harris, Ginger Hyland, Mildred Janowitz, Suzanne Jones, Anne Marion, Helen Michaelis, Betty Nix, Harriett Peckham, Carol Rose, Mrs. Fischer E. Simmons and Anne Burnett Tandy.
Continue reading …8-Year-Old Pony Trainer Addy Kenley is Saving For Her Future and Helping Kill-Pen Ponies in the Process
January 19, 2016 Comments Off on 8-Year-Old Pony Trainer Addy Kenley is Saving For Her Future and Helping Kill-Pen Ponies in the Process
“It’s through this tiny training operation that Kristin hopes her daughter will learn the values of honesty, integrity, how to overcome her fears, and money management.”
Continue reading …Under the Gavel Again: Rita Crundwell Assets Up for Sale, May Be Last Opportunity to Buy
January 19, 2016 Comments Off on Under the Gavel Again: Rita Crundwell Assets Up for Sale, May Be Last Opportunity to Buy
The current online auction runs through Feb. 2 at www.txauction.com. Items for sale include jewelry, show and riding clothing, nine horse-show belt-buckle awards, cowboy boots, horse equipment, a Viking stainless steel grill, household items, artworks and a Yamaha scooter.
Continue reading …Stallion Services Available at 50% Discount When Purchased Through Southern Belle Breeders’ Program
January 19, 2016 Comments Off on Stallion Services Available at 50% Discount When Purchased Through Southern Belle Breeders’ Program
Southern Belle Breeders’ classes are held at the All American Quarter Horse Congress, AQHA World Show, and APHA World Show. Classes are open to offspring of stallions that have sold in the program. Stallion breedings may be purchased at 50% off the advertised stud fee plus a $100 administrative fee.
Continue reading …In the Heart of Horse Country, TX- Clark’s BBQ Burns to the Ground
January 18, 2016 Comments Off on In the Heart of Horse Country, TX- Clark’s BBQ Burns to the Ground
For those who have made the journey to the Aubrey/Pilot Point/Weatherford/Tioga area you will have fond memories of the restaurant walls covered with old photos and historic memorabilia that celebrate the area’s rich history in the horse industry.
Continue reading …Youth Invited to Paint the Globe Leadership Conference at APHA Convention
January 18, 2016 Comments Off on Youth Invited to Paint the Globe Leadership Conference at APHA Convention
Activities will include a True Colors workshop, discussions with APHA Executive Director Billy Smith, a seminar with Dr. Rick Rigsby, a youth-exclusive Paint Horse Genetics session with Dr. Samantha Brooks, breakout groups to discuss industry trends and topics and a fun, exciting scavenger hunt.
Continue reading …Western Pleasure Horses Prove They Can Do More Than Go Low and Slow During AZ. Sun Circuit Horse Race
January 18, 2016 Comments Off on Western Pleasure Horses Prove They Can Do More Than Go Low and Slow During AZ. Sun Circuit Horse Race
“The crowd was ecstatic to see some of the best Western Pleasure horses in the country, along with an A-list of trainers, in a flat out gallop around the arena.”
Continue reading …Is it Possible to Judge If a Horse is a Happy Athlete?
January 15, 2016 Comments Off on Is it Possible to Judge If a Horse is a Happy Athlete?
Pleasurable social activities, feelings of engagement and purpose with life are cited as some of the contributing causes of human happiness; however, does happiness exist in species other than humans and if it does can the signs be identified?
Continue reading …Some of the Most Decorated Cowboys and Cowgirls in History Will Compete in Gold Buckle Matches in San Antonio in Feb.
January 15, 2016 Comments Off on Some of the Most Decorated Cowboys and Cowgirls in History Will Compete in Gold Buckle Matches in San Antonio in Feb.
On Feb. 10, a dozen individuals will saddle up at the San Antonio Rose Palace armed with the skills that have earned them 54 gold buckles in professional rodeo. They’ll compete head-to-head for exemptions into RFD-TV’s The American, presented by Polaris Ranger, on Feb. 28. There, they’ll have a shot at winning $1 million!
Continue reading …
If you plan on attending the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo, Jan. 15- Feb. 6th, don’t be surprised if you see someone on the Carnival Midway, buying cotton candy, while carrying a handgun in a shoulder holster.
Continue reading …