“We All Saddle Up The Same Way” – My AQHA Adventures with Steven Pelzer
June 21, 2016 Comments Off on “We All Saddle Up The Same Way” – My AQHA Adventures with Steven Pelzer
“I began chatting with Kristy Starnes. I was so nervous, because I didn’t want to ask any dumb questions and make her think I was a babbling star struck idiot. I managed to keep my cool, and we had a nice chat. I never would’ve met these people unless I stepped outside of my comfort zone and spoke to them. I also realized that all of the people I met are a lot like you and I. We all started somewhere, and we all saddle up the same way.”
Continue reading …How I Prepare For Bareback Equitation- With PtHA World Champion Peyton Weldon
June 20, 2016 Comments Off on How I Prepare For Bareback Equitation- With PtHA World Champion Peyton Weldon
To prepare for this class, I practice with no irons as home, two point a lot to get my heels down, and constantly tell myself to sit up and be confident. Going through this pattern, I told myself to stay straight, keep my horse consistent, be confident, and keep forward motion. The reason forward motion is key in a pattern is not only so it flows better, but also so that it’s easier to post while bareback.
Continue reading …From Austria to Oklahoma- Redbud Recap with Cathrin Gutmann
June 10, 2016 Comments Off on From Austria to Oklahoma- Redbud Recap with Cathrin Gutmann
Especially the all-around classes are very big and strong; there’s up to 70 in Western Riding and Trail classes and all of those horses are high quality. Now that I’m really starting to get into all-around classes with my mare, Onlyafraid Inthedark, it’s great to have the opportunity to show to eight judges and to show three times per class at one show.
Continue reading …The Redbud Spectacular Big Barn Party Was a Blast!
June 9, 2016 Comments Off on The Redbud Spectacular Big Barn Party Was a Blast!
Yes – horse shows can be really serious. But, when the equestrian community throws a party, we go all out. The Progressive dinner here at the Redbud was super SPECTACULAR. The event helped raise money for the OQHA. There was a silent auction and tons of activities.
Continue reading …The Loss of a Fellow Competitor and Friend, In Memory of Kiley Marschand
June 6, 2016 Comments Off on The Loss of a Fellow Competitor and Friend, In Memory of Kiley Marschand
On June 4th, 2016, the world lost Kiley Marschand, a 15-year-old girl who fought against all odds all for the love of showing horses. When Kiley was diagnosed with leukemia, we were saddened, but we fully expected that the girl with the bubbly personality and constant smile would pull through.
Continue reading …Texas Memorial Day Spectacular Recap with Lucie Lundquist and Mary Katherine Camp
May 31, 2016 Comments Off on Texas Memorial Day Spectacular Recap with Lucie Lundquist and Mary Katherine Camp
Hey y’all! This is Lucie Lundquist and Mary Katherine Camp here from the Texas Paint Horse Club’s Memorial Day Spectacular! We both compete under the guidance of Simons Show Horses in 14-18 all around events.
Continue reading …So You Think You Can Be a Horse Judge?
May 27, 2016 Comments Off on So You Think You Can Be a Horse Judge?
“We practiced transferring our placings to the card that’s then handed in to the ring steward. A working knowledge of the penalties is important in order to be able to quickly scribe while continuing to watch the run.”
Continue reading …More Behind-the-Scenes Photos- 2016 Sun and Surf- With Mackenzie Preston
May 23, 2016 Comments Off on More Behind-the-Scenes Photos- 2016 Sun and Surf- With Mackenzie Preston
Youth competitor, Mackenzie Preston, had quite the adventure at her first AQHA show, the 2016 Sun and Surf circuit over the weekend. She was named the circuit champion in All-Age Youth Western Pleasure with her new horse, Where Do I Sign! Also, Kenzie could be seen around the show grounds, snapping pictures for her first […]
Continue reading …Behind the Scenes at 2016 Sun and Surf, My First AQHA Show, with Mackenzie Preston
May 20, 2016 Comments Off on Behind the Scenes at 2016 Sun and Surf, My First AQHA Show, with Mackenzie Preston
I’d been packing a week in advance for this trip to Del Mar; it was going to be my first AQHA show with my new horse, Where Do I Sign, aka “Tebow.” When Wednesday finally came around, I couldn’t wait to get out of class and head to the airport.
Continue reading …Quarter Horses Used in Magical Celebration in Texas
May 18, 2016 Comments Off on Quarter Horses Used in Magical Celebration in Texas
Horses aren’t just for showing, racing, competing, performance, and fun. They’re also used in magical celebrations like one that took place recently in Vernon, Texas.
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