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Behind the Scenes at 2016 Martinganza With Steven Pelzer

March 31, 2016 Comments Off

The 2016 Martinganza Quarter Horse Show and Futurity kicks off today in Williamston, North Carolina and will continue through the weekend. Judges for the event are Tanya Green, Pam Scott, Clint Fullerton, Chris Jeter, and Clay Macleod. A new schedule has been implemented for 2016 with random Trail on Friday and Saturday during set times. All […]

How It Feels to Be Named AQHA Professional Horsewoman of the Year!

March 16, 2016 Comments Off

I was named the 2015 Professional Horsewoman of the Year, hence why my report is a bit tardy! It really hasn’t quite sunk in yet, and I’m so honored and humbled. This is a special award, because it comes from my peers. What many of you don’t know is that I didn’t grow up showing in the AQHA.

Sydney Scheckel – A Shining Light in the Equestrian Community

March 15, 2016 Comments Off

“Nothing’s forever…everything you experience, every hardship and ordeal is part of a master plan intended to teach you something or lead you somewhere. As hard as today may be, it will end, and there will be a tomorrow to look forward to. You just need the foresight and faith to see it.”

Day 2 at 2016 AQHA Convention With Lainie DeBoer

March 14, 2016 Comments Off

“AQHA is an industry leader, and to survive and be successful they need to make good decisions regarding the membership. The three pronged approach is Analyze, Align, and Act. In order to respond to change, they must Define, Decide, and Deliver.”

En-Route to 2016 AQHA Convention With Candace Jussen

March 10, 2016 Comments Off

We have two lovely ladies blogging for EquineChronicle.com from the ‪#‎AQHAConvention‬ in Las Vegas! Stay tuned for reports from AQHA judge, trainer, and Professional Horseman Lainie DeBoer and AQHA exhibitor, owner, and breeder Candace Jussen. Candace Jussen- En-Route to AQHA Convention 2016! “We’re off. We were up at 4:30 am so we could beat traffic for a 6:40 am […]

From Austria to Florida: A Whirlwind Month Spent Showing Horses in the US!

February 24, 2016 Comments Off

1 month, 6 states, 4 horse shows, 1 new foal, and countless memories

Broke and Love Horse Showing? You’re Not Alone

February 18, 2016 Comments Off

Let’s face it, sometimes horse showing can be a disheartening sport. When messages all around you are shouting, ‘this is beyond your budget!’ it’s hard to stay focused on the prize. I’m here to tell you you’re not alone!

My Experience Riding in the London New Year’s Day Parade!

January 4, 2016 Comments Off

There is something really quite surreal riding up The Mall. Behind you is Admiralty Arch and in front of you Buckingham Palace, the Victoria, and Albert Monument. You can hear the parade still going on as well as the TV helicopters buzzing overhead.

She Believed She Could, But She Didn’t…

November 4, 2015 Comments Off

As I write this, I’ve discovered something that I didn’t previously know about myself. I like a challenge, a real challenge, one that has the chance of failure. I like a challenge that questions my perception of myself and my abilities. Showing horses does that.

AQHA Level 1 Championships WEST With Marnie McDowall

October 5, 2015 Comments Off

As the Level 1 championships in Las Vegas wrap up, we exhibitors would like to thank all the office staff, ring stewards, judges, Pete and Tamra Kyle, and all the other “behind the scenes” people who have made these last few days so rewarding in so many ways.