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APHA & NSBA Partner on horseIQ Equine Business Management Series “Trainer Talks”

July 30, 2024 Comments Off

By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: Trainer Talks, a new series hosted exclusively on APHA’s interactive learning platform horseIQ.com, brings horse trainers and specialists together to discuss what makes a successful business. The course is a joint effort between APHA and the National Snaffle Bit Association Foundation. Trainer Talks The Equine Business Management: Trainer Talks course features a series […]

Browse the 2024 Markel Insurance Breeders Championship Futurity Yearling Sale Catalog

July 29, 2024 Comments Off

From NSBA: Have you chosen your favorites in the 2024 Markel Insurance Breeders Championship Futurity Yearling Sale catalog? Browse online and get ready to bid on August 16! Sale Date: Friday, August 16, 2024 – 5:00 p.m. CST Sale Preview: Thursday, August 15, 2024 – 5:00 p.m. CST View the catalog: https://www.nsba.com/images/documents/Yearling-Sale/Yearling-Sale-Catalog.pdf […]

Around the Rings – 2024 International Buckskin Horse Association World Show

July 29, 2024 Comments Off

The International Buckskin Horse Association just wrapped up their 2024 IBHA World Show, July 21-27, 2024, at C Bar C Expo Center in Cloverdale, Indiana. This year, IBHA added NSBA trophies, Non-Pro Yearling Longe Line, and In-Hand High Points, and the judges were Don Jox, Amy Franks, Tina Langness, Kerri Kyle, and Patricia Smith. This adorable […]

EC Photo of the Day – Monday Mood

July 29, 2024 Comments Off

“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.

The Milestone of a Lifetime

July 28, 2024 Comments Off

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 […]

EC Photo of the Day – Jessica Wake and KM Vested In Bo

July 28, 2024 Comments Off

“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 […]

Choosing How You Want To Be Remembered

July 28, 2024 Comments Off

“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 […]

Around the Rings – 2024 Palomino HBA World Championship Show

July 27, 2024 Comments Off

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 – […]

Hunt Seat Equitation Schooling Guide With Lainie DeBoer

July 27, 2024 Comments Off

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, […]

EC Photo of the Day – Aloha from the 2024 IBHA World Championship Show

July 27, 2024 Comments Off

“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.