“When life gives you Monday, dip it in glitter and sparkle all day.” – Ella Woodward. Never Skip Dreams, aka “Dallas,” knows how to ring in Monday! Thank you to Ava Groh for the funny photo of Dallas! If you have a great photo of the day, please send it by email: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …The Horse Show Tracker Handicap System Simplified
July 29, 2024 Comments Off on The Horse Show Tracker Handicap System Simplified
Are you tired of competing at a big circuit and placing just out of the points–and the money? You end up going home frustrated, and all you have to show for your efforts is a measly ribbon and a huge tab in the show office.
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Maggie Griffin Book surpassed 22,000 APHA points in May 2024, a historic achievement she humbly credits to a group of exceptional horses and the Paint Horse community. By Delores Kuhlwein 10 World Championships. 9 Reserve World Championships. 178 Registers of Merit. 101 Superiors. Amassing this kind of show record, and accumulating over 22,000 APHA points […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – Jessica Wake and KM Vested In Bo
July 28, 2024 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Jessica Wake and KM Vested In Bo
“Because of you, I laugh a little harder, cry a little less, and smile a lot more.” – Unknown. This is Jessica Wake with KM Vested In Bo, who she purchased approximately a year ago. “We got circuit champ in L1 Horsemanship at Little Buckeye!” says Jessica. “To say I’m obsessed with my Bo is […]
Continue reading …Choosing How You Want To Be Remembered
July 28, 2024 Comments Off on Choosing How You Want To Be Remembered
“Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has not yet come. We have only today. Let us begin.”- Mother Teresa. Immortality – it’s what drives people to leave their mark on the world, whether as a songwriter, an actor, an athlete, or as a parent. We all want to leave a legacy and know we’ve impacted the world […]
Continue reading …Around the Rings – 2024 Palomino HBA World Championship Show
July 27, 2024 Comments Off on Around the Rings – 2024 Palomino HBA World Championship Show
The Palomino Horse Breeders Association World Championship Show, July 8-20, 2024, just wrapped up at Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, IL! Thank you to Jeff Kirkbride Photography for photos of candid moments, top-notch competition, and costume showmanship! World Show Amateur Award Winners (results from PHBA – please contact PHBA with updates/corrections) Team Tournament 1st Place – […]
Continue reading …Hunt Seat Equitation Schooling Guide With Lainie DeBoer
July 27, 2024 Comments Off on Hunt Seat Equitation Schooling Guide With Lainie DeBoer
As the majors and summer shows begin, riders are always working be at the top of their game. Back in 2020, we consulted with top trainers for schooling guides while we were stuck at home! The exercises they provided based on their experience are incredible and worth resharing just in time for your shows. Below, […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – Aloha from the 2024 IBHA World Championship Show
July 27, 2024 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Aloha from the 2024 IBHA World Championship Show
“Aloha from the IBHA World Show in Cloverdale, Indiana,” says Bridget Edgar. This adorable 11-year-old miniature gelding, SRF Heir to Fame, aka “Fame,” is owned, shown and loved by Bridget and Olaf Edgar. Thank you to Bridget for the fantastic photo! If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to us: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Seven Suggestions For Avoiding Equine Sale Disputes
July 27, 2024 Comments Off on Seven Suggestions For Avoiding Equine Sale Disputes
Lawsuits can involve rescission of a sale, return of a horse, reimbursement of a party’s expenses, reimbursement of legal fees, and sometimes more.
Continue reading …2024 NSBA World Show Time Estimates, Patterns and Stall Charts Online
July 26, 2024 Comments Off on 2024 NSBA World Show Time Estimates, Patterns and Stall Charts Online
From NSBA: View the 2024 NSBA World Championship Show Schedule & Time Estimates here: Schedule & Times – National Snaffle Bit Association (nsba.com) The 2024 NSBA World Show & Show Your Colors patterns are now posted! Patterns & Score Sheets – National Snaffle Bit Association (nsba.com) Stall charts are […]
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