To determine level eligibility for 2019, visit www.aqha.com/leveling to access the Web-based AQHA leveling verification system. Eligibility is for the entire year (January-December) so exhibitors only need to determine their level once per show season.
Continue reading …Florida Gold Coast Quarter Horse Circuit Draws International Contingent from Israel
January 1, 2019 Comments Off on Florida Gold Coast Quarter Horse Circuit Draws International Contingent from Israel
Kayla Kohler of Osteen, Florida, trained the international contingent that participated in Trail, Western Pleasure, and Horsemanship. Two of the riders, Roei Katarivas and Ofir Bouni, previously competed in Florida. However, it was Tal Pridan and Noa Katarivas’ first experience at the horse show, as well as in America.
Continue reading …APHA Hall of Fame Member, Ralph Brunner, Has Passed
December 31, 2018 Comments Off on APHA Hall of Fame Member, Ralph Brunner, Has Passed
In the mid-1960s, the Brunners acquired J Bar Junior, a Paint stallion who went on to win a 1969 national championship at halter and earned his APHA Champion title in 1970; J Bar Junior became a noted APHA sire, as well. The Brunners were instrumental in developing the Wisconsin Paint Horse Club and supported the developing Paint Horse market throughout the Midwest for more than 50 years. Ralph and Barbara were inducted into the inaugural APHA Hall of Fame class in 2012.
Continue reading …From the Winner’s Circle at 2018 Florida Gold Coast
December 31, 2018 Comments Off on From the Winner’s Circle at 2018 Florida Gold Coast
“This is my first time showing at this horse show, and I really like it. It’s so much fun. Everyone is super nice. The footing is great and the arenas are perfect. The weather has been so nice too. It’s not like this where we’re from in Iowa! I love it.”
Continue reading …AQHA Show and Ranch Rule Changes Go Into Effect January 1st, 2019
December 31, 2018 Comments Off on AQHA Show and Ranch Rule Changes Go Into Effect January 1st, 2019
The 2018 Executive Committee also approved various show and ranch rules that would go into effect, pending computer programming. Based on the current projection of the new computer system launch, the following rules will not be effective January 1, 2019.
Continue reading …Throw Your Old Jeans in the Trailer For 2019 NSBYA Denim Drive
December 26, 2018 Comments Off on Throw Your Old Jeans in the Trailer For 2019 NSBYA Denim Drive
NSBYA will collect gently used, clean denim to donate to local homeless shelters at different horse shows. We are kicking off the project in Tampa, Florida during the Gold and Gulf Coast Circuits December 28 – January 5, 2019 at the Florida State Fairgrounds.
Continue reading …MQHA Winter Blast Coming to Lake St. Louis, MO. Feb. 21-24
December 24, 2018 Comments Off on MQHA Winter Blast Coming to Lake St. Louis, MO. Feb. 21-24
The MQHA Winter Blast is coming to Lake St. Louis, MO. February 21-24, 2019. Judges will be Lynda Danielson, Allen Mitchels, Jessica Gilliam, and Sandy Jirkovsky. In addition to being AQHA, MQHA, and NRHA approved, the show is also NSBA approved this year.
Continue reading …Two Horse Industry Vets Honored With Trainer of the Year Titles
December 24, 2018 Comments Off on Two Horse Industry Vets Honored With Trainer of the Year Titles
Smith and Joyner combined to compile approximately 4,700 of the 6,100 total votes in a two-week online vote, recognizing horse industry trainers who have made a positive impact in their communities through the demonstration of integrity, service and quality.
Continue reading …2018 Paint Horse Championships Draw 700 Exhibitors
December 21, 2018 Comments Off on 2018 Paint Horse Championships Draw 700 Exhibitors
“The feedback I’ve received from exhibitors and show managers of these events has been very positive throughout the year. Many show managers have mentioned that these classes have brought in new faces and excitement of the awards to groups that they wouldn’t be reaching otherwise. Overall, it’s a great program that many are looking forward to again in 2019,” APHA Director of Shows Amanda Cormack said.
Summary Schedule For 2019 Silver Dollar Circuit
December 20, 2018 Comments Off on Summary Schedule For 2019 Silver Dollar Circuit
The 2019 Silver Dollar Circuit Summary Schedule is now online. The 2019 event will take place February 22-27 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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