AHC Sheds Light on ELD Mandate During 2018 APHA Convention
March 5, 2018 Comments Off on AHC Sheds Light on ELD Mandate During 2018 APHA Convention
On Feb. 21, DOT released two guidance documents that shed more light on the rule as it pertained to horses and agriculture. They also opened a comment section on their site and put out a call for questions and concerns, which will be used to develop a frequently asked question document. AHC expects 85% of the horse industry to be exempt from the ELD requirement once final clarifications are made.
Continue reading …Weekend Recap From 2018 AQHA and APHA Conventions
March 5, 2018 Comments Off on Weekend Recap From 2018 AQHA and APHA Conventions
Some of the most notable included Performance Halter for the amateur and youth divisions, adding a Top 20 award for the Amateur Walk Trot division, and a modification to the scoring system for Showmanship, Horsemanship and Equitation. Other noted discussions that I heard about, included the possibility of a competition license for SPB horses to compete with regular registry horses.
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The horses inducted into the Hall of Fame are the stallions Otoe, Runaway Winner, The Ole Man and Smart Chic Olena; and the mare Maroon (TB). The horsemen are AQHA Past President Gene Graves of Grand Island, Nebraska; Dr. Tom Lenz of Louisburg, Kansas; Robert Sutherland of Overland Park, Kansas; Georga Sutton and her late husband, Raymond Sutton, of Gettysburg, South Dakota; and Hawaiian Princess, breeder and horsewoman Abigail Kawananakoa of Honolulu.
Continue reading …Sun Circuit Attendees Can Save 10% On Cavalia Tickets!
March 4, 2018 Comments Off on Sun Circuit Attendees Can Save 10% On Cavalia Tickets!
Described as a “seamless blending of equestrian arts, theatrical splendor, and technological ingenuity,” Cavalia’s Odysseo is a spectacular production that Arizona Sun Country Circuit attendees can enjoy while they’re in Scottsdale!
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Today meetings that are being held that will review the strategic plan to move APHA to the historic Fort Worth Stockyards. There will also be an exciting demonstration of APHA’s new horseIQ program.
Continue reading …2018 AQHA Convention Report- 3/2, 3/3
March 3, 2018 Comments Off on 2018 AQHA Convention Report- 3/2, 3/3
The Professional Horsewoman of 2017 is Holly Hover and the Professional Horseman of 2017 is Dan Trein.
Continue reading …2018 AZ. Sun Circuit Prize Patrol Up to $55,750
March 3, 2018 Comments Off on 2018 AZ. Sun Circuit Prize Patrol Up to $55,750
Who’s ready to WIN some prizes?! The always popular Arizona Sun Country Circuit Prize Patrol total is up to $55,750 for the daily giveaways! Make sure you check out their Facebook daily for the Word of the Day. When you spot the Prize Patrol around the fairgrounds, tell them the word, and you will get a prize!
Continue reading …EVERYTHING You Need to Know For 2018 AZ. Sun Circuit
March 3, 2018 Comments Off on EVERYTHING You Need to Know For 2018 AZ. Sun Circuit
The fun parties begin on Monday, March 5th with an Exhibitors’ Lunch hosted by AQHA stallion, Mechanic, and Sandra Morgan. This free lunch will be served ringside at The Equine Chronicle Arena.
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Watch as Sun Circuit Show Manager, Doug Huls, explains to Fox 10 News what people can expect when they attend the 2018 Arizona Sun Circuit over the next nine days. Click here to watch.
Continue reading …New Awards For Circuit Champions at 2018 AZ Sun Circuit
March 2, 2018 Comments Off on New Awards For Circuit Champions at 2018 AZ Sun Circuit
Amateur Ranch on the Rail – $250 gift certificate to Woods Western/Kimes Ranch Jeans
Open Ranch on the Rail – $250 gift certificate to CR Ranchwear/Kimes Ranch Jeans
L1 Ranch Riding – $500 gift certificate to Cowdog Saddles
Amateur Ranch Riding – $500 gift certificate to Leson Saddles
Youth Ranch Riding – $125 gift certificate to Woods Western
Youth 11 and Under Ranch Riding – $125 gift certificate to Woods Western
Junior Ranch Riding – $125 gift certificate to Leson Saddles
Senior Ranch Riding – $125 Gift certificate to Leson Saddles