APHA Rule Change Proposals Due August 1st
July 13, 2015 Comments Off on APHA Rule Change Proposals Due August 1st
If you have an idea for a rule to better the association and its programs, submit your Rule Change Proposal by August 1. Items must be postmarked by that date and received in the office by August 15.
Continue reading …Brand New Dates For Florida Winter Circuit- 18 Judges!
July 13, 2015 Comments Off on Brand New Dates For Florida Winter Circuit- 18 Judges!
Join MHHS to take advantage of 18 AQHA judges and an NSBA show with the following events: Florida Gold Coast Circuit, Florida Gulf Coast Circuit, National Quarter Horse League Huntfield Derby, Fun In The Sun Extravaganza- ($36,000 paid in 2015), and Fox Lea Farm Venice Circuit.
Continue reading …Summer Celebration Quarter Horse Circuit is Huge Hit, Drawing Almost 4,000 Entries
July 10, 2015 Comments Off on Summer Celebration Quarter Horse Circuit is Huge Hit, Drawing Almost 4,000 Entries
Daily class winners won buckets filled with brushes and products, $10 coupons, and circuit winners took home Silverado Silver Buckles or custom director’s chairs. Beautiful custom tooled leather briefcases, Bob Avila Silver Spurs, and Jumbo Gear bags were given to the All-Around Champions.
Continue reading …2015 Arizona Fall Championship Announces Incredible Lineup of Prizes and Awards!
July 10, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 Arizona Fall Championship Announces Incredible Lineup of Prizes and Awards!
Bronze trophies, Rod Patrick Caiman boots, 20X Atwood Hats, Cinch Jeans certificates, Professional’s Choice Bob Avila bit and spurs, a performance saddle, a Leson Classic saddle, a Jeff Smith saddle, Shorty’s Caboy Hats, and full page ads in The Equine Chronicle are among the great prizes!
Continue reading …2015 AjPHA Youth World Awards $160,000+ in Scholarships
July 10, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 AjPHA Youth World Awards $160,000+ in Scholarships
Money talks, and the show attracted nearly 1,300 entries and 290 horses from 32 U.S. states and Canada. Scholarship amounts per class ranged from $1,300 to nearly $6,000. With more than 150 exhibitors earning scholarships during the event, the 2015 Youth World Show put a new meaning behind the phrase “getting the most bang for your buck.”
Continue reading …35th Anniversary of Tom Powers Futurity Pays Out $264,673, Sets New Record With Yearling Sale
July 9, 2015 Comments Off on 35th Anniversary of Tom Powers Futurity Pays Out $264,673, Sets New Record With Yearling Sale
“We experienced 4% growth overall from 2014,” Dominique Powers says. “Our Stakes Sale class on Saturday was the largest ever. It paid back $60,000 to 25 exhibitors. Competitors began their class with a glass of champagne to celebrate the 35th anniversary of The Triple Challenge Futurity, which was provided by the National Snaffle Bit Association.”
Continue reading …Painted Pony Competition, Doggy Trail, and NQHL Huntfield Derby Highlight Off Day at Stars N Stripes and Big A
July 9, 2015 Comments Off on Painted Pony Competition, Doggy Trail, and NQHL Huntfield Derby Highlight Off Day at Stars N Stripes and Big A
Tiny tykes used brightly colored paint, yarn, feathers, beads, glue, googly eyes, and plenty of glitter to decorate their horses in preparation for the ChelMar Farms Painted Pony Show that was set to take place later in the afternoon.
Continue reading …PtHA July Wrangler Exhibitor of the Month- Faren Anderson
July 9, 2015 Comments Off on PtHA July Wrangler Exhibitor of the Month- Faren Anderson
Recently, Anderson has been sharing her passion for horses with her 8-year-old nephew who shows in Youth Walk/Trot classes with both Scotch and Pickles.
Continue reading …Important Changes to 2016 NSBA World Show Qualifying
July 8, 2015 Comments Off on Important Changes to 2016 NSBA World Show Qualifying
For the 2016 NSBA World Show Qualifying Period–May 1, 2015 though April 30, 2016–exhibitors will need to participate in each World Show Qualifying Class a total of 5 times. Horses and exhibitors that do not meet this minimum requirement may enter and show at the 2016 NSBA World Championship Show upon payment of a $150 Qualification Fee.
Continue reading …Ride an American Quarter Horse, Create Your Own Brand, Ranch Rodeo, in Amarillo on National Day of the Cowboy
July 8, 2015 Comments Off on Ride an American Quarter Horse, Create Your Own Brand, Ranch Rodeo, in Amarillo on National Day of the Cowboy
Local groups have joined forces to teach, entertain and celebrate the 10th annual National Day of the Cowboy with the public. The celebration takes place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 25 at the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum. This free event will provide entertainment for the whole family.
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