The online registration application has its perks for members. AQHA members who use the online registration application get expedited service on their registration papers. Additionally, the online registration application validates name choices immediately and lets you know if the name you selected is available.
Continue reading …Making the Switch – Changing Trainers
May 16, 2014 Comments Off on Making the Switch – Changing Trainers
For any competitive equestrian, having the right trainer is just as important as having the right horse. But in the journey from the practice arena to first place, there may come time for a change.
Continue reading …Boarding Stable Liability for Injuries to Horses
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Tricia boards a mare at a stable. One day the stable called with bad news. The night before, a new employee accidentally placed her mare in a stall next to a stallion. The stallion had a history, unknown to the new employee, of being fierce when stabled next to mares.
Continue reading …A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the California Wildfires- From a Photographer’s Lens
May 16, 2014 Comments Off on A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the California Wildfires- From a Photographer’s Lens
“The firemen had a successful fire break going for a bit. Then, the winds suddenly changed, and they had to run for their lives. It headed east directly back toward our homes again.”
Continue reading …FPHC Memorial Day Mane Event: Six Judges, Incredible Prizes, Fundraisers and More
May 16, 2014 Comments Off on FPHC Memorial Day Mane Event: Six Judges, Incredible Prizes, Fundraisers and More
Take a look at some of the incredible prizes! Four work saddles will be given away at random, Phil Harris Show Bridle for Circuit Champion in Sr. Western Pleasure, Hadfield’s English Bridle for Circuit Champion in Sr. HUS, $250 SmartPak Gift Certificate goes to Circuit Champion in both Jr HUS and Western Pleasure, Custom Spurs for High Point in ALL Pinto Divisions, $350 McLelland’s Gift Certificate for a Show Pad random drawing for Trail Entries
Continue reading …Results From 2014 IEA Hunt Seat National Finals
May 16, 2014 Comments Off on Results From 2014 IEA Hunt Seat National Finals
Thanks to the Interscholastic Equestrian Association, we have results from the first few classes currently taking place at the 2014 IEA Hunt Seat National Finals at the Eastern States Exposition. You can watch the competition online at the live feed by visiting the IEA website at www.rideiea.org, or by visiting Live Sport Video. At the completion […]
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CA Wildfire Update: The folks at Woods’ Western were kind enough to update our readers about the wildfires that have been plaguing Southern California, specifically in San Diego County. “The fire is about 10-12 miles NE of us. This is the worst of nine fires that started the day before yesterday. They’re still investigating possible […]
Continue reading …Marine Vet Becomes First to Receive APHF Scholarship for a Wounded Warrior
May 16, 2014 Comments Off on Marine Vet Becomes First to Receive APHF Scholarship for a Wounded Warrior
Unable to work or return to school, Nick says he felt depressed, isolated, anxious and angry. Nick’s therapy included horseback riding at BraveHearts Therapeutic Riding and Educational Center in Poplar Grove, Illinois—it was there Nick discovered the impact horses can have on healing.
Continue reading …May PHS Online Auction Will Include Partial Dispersal of Leading Breeder JMK Quarter Horses
May 16, 2014 Comments Off on May PHS Online Auction Will Include Partial Dispersal of Leading Breeder JMK Quarter Horses
James Kifer, owner of JMK Quarter Horses, is offering breeders a chance to buy from the heart of the program that has earned him recognition as the AQHA ALL TIME LEADING Breeder of ROM Halter horses. The JMK program has produced numerous AQHA and PHBA World Champions. This offering of 21 horses includes…
Continue reading …Day 1 Photos at 2014 Sun and Surf Circuit
May 15, 2014 Comments Off on Day 1 Photos at 2014 Sun and Surf Circuit
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