EC Holiday Horse Photo Contest Has Begun!
December 2, 2014 Comments Off on EC Holiday Horse Photo Contest Has Begun!
This adorable shot comes from Elizabeth Murray and features a modern-day recreation of an old-fashioned fox hunt. In this particular version we have a mini huntsman with his horn, Paint ponies, and Corgi foxhounds!
Continue reading …Qualifying Points Announced For 2015 AQHA World Shows
December 2, 2014 Comments Off on Qualifying Points Announced For 2015 AQHA World Shows
Starting at the 2015 AQHA World Show, Level 2 classes will be offered and Level 2 entries will be eligible to win Level 2 championship titles. Level 2 classes will be offered in a one-go-round format. Awards for Level 2 will be awarded after each preliminary.
Continue reading …Nominate Your Peers For the APHA Hall of Fame
December 2, 2014 Comments Off on Nominate Your Peers For the APHA Hall of Fame
New online nomination forms make it easier than ever to get your nominations in by January 15. Visit apha.com/foundation and click the Hall of Fame button to easily get information on the selection criteria as well as the nomination forms for both people and horses.
Continue reading …Cyber Monday Horse Industry Deals!
December 1, 2014 Comments Off on Cyber Monday Horse Industry Deals!
Forget Black Friday… It’s Cyber Monday!
Scroll below to check out a few Cyber Monday deals we’ve rounded up especially from some of our friends in the horse industry.
Are You Prepared For Winter? Part 2: Winterizing Your Horse Trailer
December 1, 2014 Comments Off on Are You Prepared For Winter? Part 2: Winterizing Your Horse Trailer
Did you know… When your trailer is stored, a battery can gradually lose charge over a 30-45 day period, even if it’s disconnected. Check your battery once a month during storage. If the battery is discharged, it can freeze and crack the case, which can ruin the battery.
Continue reading …Changes on the Horizon For AQHA Stallion Incentive Fund, Nomination Deadline Extended to Jan. 31
December 1, 2014 Comments Off on Changes on the Horizon For AQHA Stallion Incentive Fund, Nomination Deadline Extended to Jan. 31
“We are focusing on ways to improve the Incentive Fund and one of the key recommendations was to reach out to stallion owners and offer them more time to nominate their stallions. Other improvements to the program are expected to be announced over the next 12 to 24 months.”
Continue reading …California State Horsemen’s Association Presents Their Christmas at Home Fundraiser
December 1, 2014 Comments Off on California State Horsemen’s Association Presents Their Christmas at Home Fundraiser
The California State Horsemen’s Association is proud to present the Christmas At Home Fundraiser by providing wreaths, centerpieces, and gifts made from the freshest Evergreens from Washington State.
Continue reading …Southern Lights Holiday Festival is Back at Kentucky Horse Park!
November 28, 2014 Comments Off on Southern Lights Holiday Festival is Back at Kentucky Horse Park!
Southern Lights has grown into a well-known Bluegrass tradition over the last 21 years. Kids of all ages delight in the holiday driving tour. Visitors take in the Christmas Village, “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” Keeneland race track, show jumping, steeplechase and the spires of Churchill Downs – displays comprising thousands of twinkling lights.
Continue reading …It’s Black Friday… Time to Go Shopping!
November 28, 2014 Comments Off on It’s Black Friday… Time to Go Shopping!
The glitter hoodie by Kimes Ranch flew off the racks faster then they could stack it at the All American Quarter Horse Congress. The Kimes Ranch team thought it was the soft launch of the new product, but after only one day stores were sending SOS signals begging for more supplies.
Continue reading …APHA Show Lease Program Comes Into Effect January 2015
November 26, 2014 Comments Off on APHA Show Lease Program Comes Into Effect January 2015
Leasing is designed to allow Amateurs and Youth showing at APHA-approved events to establish ownership eligibility on a horse that they do not own. Once a lease has been submitted and processed, the horse and rider team may begin their showing adventure.
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