Some of the most anticipated events at this innovative show are the scheduled, free seminars slated to focus on topics like judging, training, breeding, sports medicine, shoeing and nutrition, conducted by experts like NRHA Professional and 4-Million Dollar rider, Andrea Fappani; NRHA Judges’ Committee Chairman, Jody Brainard, and top veterinarian and equine athlete expert, Dr. Khris Crowe.
Continue reading …That includes at least $1,300 worth of scholarships awarded in each world championship class in 2016—more in some cases, thanks to generous sponsors—as well as special scholarship awards for our all-around winners, high-point horse judgers, sportsmanship winner and more.
Continue reading …Approved horsemen and women will be expected to halter train each horse or burro, while teaching trailer loading and unloading, and preparing the animal for future farrier work. After the training requirements are met, the participant is responsible for finding an adopter for the gentled animal, which is available to the public for $125.
Continue reading …AQHA Publicity Farnam All-Around Amateur Owner/Exhibitor: Brittany Runyan of Loveland, Colorado Horse: Blazin Wilma, 2009 bay mare (Blazing Hot-Dont Miss This Lady by Dont Skip Zip) Breeder: Jack Medows of Cuba, Missouri Farnam All-Around Select Amateur Owner/Exhibitor: Kim Burrell Gutowski of Littleton, Colorado Horse: Toucht, a 2011 bay gelding (A Touch Of Sudden-Miss Zippo Chex by Zippo Pine Chex) Breeder: Robert […]
Continue reading …Riders, age 11-19, competed individually in Hunt Seat on the Flat, Western Reining and Western Horsemanship classes. IEA’s format requires each rider to draw a horse on the day of the competition and, with no opportunity to familiarize himself or herself with the horse, step into the show ring.
Continue reading …Special thanks to Delores Kuhlwein for sharing a selection of great photos from the AQHA Level 1 Championships WEST that’s currently underway in Las Vegas at the South Point Equestrian Center! See if you can find your photo…
Continue reading …2016 Worldwide Paint Horse Congress Welcomes More Sponsors
Continue reading …Thanks to APHA/AQHA horse trainer Teresa Sullivan for sharing some fun photos from the AQHA Level 1 Championship WEST that’s currently underway at the South Point Equestrian Center in Las Vegas. Stay tuned for more! If you have any photos to share from the Level 1 Championships, email b.bevis@equinechronicle.com.
Continue reading …Party Alert! Today, during the Level 1 Amateur Western Pleasure class, spectators and show goers will enjoy complimentary champagne during “Champagne and Champions.” This event is being hosted by Christy Snyder Hold Your Horses equestrian team and Julie Hoefling. Head to the main arena at the South Point Equestrian Center today around 4 pm.
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