Rock My Motion – (automatically inducted) 2010 gelding bred by Leigh Ann Bruno of Moreno Valley, California, currently owned by Jordan Semmelmeyer of Corona Del Mar, California.
In the March/April 2017 edition, The Equine Chronicle wrote a story about Rock My Motion and his unique ability to cross over from ApHC to AQHA competition when he became the first color horse to win a title at the All American Quarter Horse Congress in 2015. Click here to read.
“AQHA members are involved in showing, racing, ranching, rodeos and recreation, and it is common for AQHA members to haul their horses interstate over long distances (much like other livestock haulers),” Huffhines said in his letter to the DOT. “We encourage the Department of Transportation to grant a one-year enforcement delay followed by a waiver and limited exemptions from compliance with the December 18, 2017, implementation date for the final rule on ELDs and hours of service. This will allow the department the opportunity to take appropriate steps to alleviate any unintended consequences that this mandate may have on the hauling of horses or other livestock.”
Continue reading …In preparation for a move to Fort Worth’s Historic Stockyard district in 2019, APHA has reorganized its Performance Department to focus more attention on growing APHA-owned events, like the World Shows and future event development at the Stockyards.
Continue reading …The timeline of the exhibit begins with early Spanish and Colonial life. The horse has been an important mode of transportation throughout history. From wagons to stagecoaches, horses were used to pull a variety of vehicles that transported both goods and people as settlers expanded westward and cities developed.
Continue reading …Equine Affaire’s popular test of horsemanship, the Versatile Horse & Rider Competition, will once again be an entertaining as well as educational part of the event. Up to 25 pre-selected horse and rider teams will race through a challenging obstacle course in the coliseum on Friday, April 13, in pursuit of $5,500 and the coveted title of Versatile Horse & Rider Competition Champion. The VHRC is open to adult riders of all disciplines and horses of all breeds and has evolved over the years into one of the most popular features of Equine Affaire. Put your skills to the test—or come and cheer on your favorite contestants in this exciting, fast-paced event! The deadline to apply to compete is February 20.
Continue reading …“100% of our proceeds goes to Nellie’s Catwalk 4Kids www.NC4K.org to help children, and their families, fighting cancer,” Amy says. “Childhood cancer research is vastly and consistently underfunded, but is the leading cause of death in children under 15. I have witnessed Nellie’s incredible work first hand, and I have loved working with her. We have high goals for this year ($10,000) and we were so close last year raising $8,800!”
Continue reading …Dora Gocze, Denmark
Jacqueline Kennon, Texas
Nicole Gauthier, Canada
Dr. Craig Wood, Kentucky
Dr. Steven Cooper, Oklahoma
Jando Guerra (Alejandro), California
Brian Isbell, Georgia
Kayla McQuaig, California
What is the funniest thing your Pinto has done? “Two years ago, at the Color Breed Congress, Axle had a double stall, so I hung a hammock in his stall, and he laid his head over me and we took naps,” Lucy said.
Continue reading …In order to maintain the momentum and excitement for this program, we would like to commence the classes at the 2018 World Show for foals that are sired by nominated stallions in 2018, including both weanling classes at the 2018 World Show and yearling classes at the 2019 World Show.
Continue reading …“She was a vibrant, smart, and beautiful lady. She has been barrel racing since she was old enough to sit on a horse, which was her true passion all throughout her life,” Ahearn’s family stated. Ahearn was known for her fierce bravery around the barrels, strong heart, and determined mind. In addition to racing barrels, she competed in track and weightlifting. She was a senior at Baker County High School at the time of the accident.
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