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.
Continue reading …Equine Acupuncture Clinic and Demo For APHC Members- July 11th
July 7, 2015 Comments Off on Equine Acupuncture Clinic and Demo For APHC Members- July 11th
WHAT: Arizona Paint Horse Club Equine Acupuncture Clinic WHEN: July 11, 2015 at 8 am in the shade WHERE: Kuhlwein Barn at 24617 N. 49th Avenue Glendale, Arizona, 85310 WHY: It’s FREE! Enjoy an acupuncture education session and demonstration for APHC members. An equine treatment session opportunity will immediately follow. NEW Addition: Join Arizona Theraplate […]
Continue reading …“Winning Words” From 2015 AjPHA Youth World Champions
July 7, 2015 Comments Off on “Winning Words” From 2015 AjPHA Youth World Champions
“We were walking around the holding pen, and I just felt this connection with him; I felt his stride, I felt him move and I understood how to connect with him. And it was really incredible. So I just kind of patted him and said, ‘Alright buddy, let’s go win this class.’ ” —Montana Janssens
Continue reading …2015 AjPHA World Show High Point Winners: Miller, John, Gralla, Ward, and Eller
July 6, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 AjPHA World Show High Point Winners: Miller, John, Gralla, Ward, and Eller
The show crowned more than 80 world champions and more than $150,000 in scholarships was up for grabs during the 10-day competition, which took place June 27–July 4 in Fort Worth, Texas. Five fresh-faced equestriennes took away more than just the coveted titles, however; they rose to the top of their respective divisions to earn the Youth World Show’s all-around and high-point awards.
Continue reading …2015 Stars N Stripes & Big A Off to Fantastic Start in Georgia
July 6, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 Stars N Stripes & Big A Off to Fantastic Start in Georgia
One special event that has already taken place was the Michael Colvin Performance Horses Non Pro Trail Derby. Congratulations to the big winner Dylan Patterson!
Continue reading …Ally Fink, Alyssa Donelson Recognized at APHA World Show For Sportsmanship Award and Member of the Year
July 6, 2015 Comments Off on Ally Fink, Alyssa Donelson Recognized at APHA World Show For Sportsmanship Award and Member of the Year
Ally Fink, a 17-year-old from Coronado, California, was selected by an anonymous panel of judges as the 2015 Robyn Hanna Sportsmanship Award winner at the Youth World Show. Formerly known as the Superior Sportsmanship Award, this award was renamed by AjPHA President Meredith Milton in honor of the late Robyn Hanna; as part of her Presidential Service Project, Meredith raised more than $35,000 to endow the sportsmanship scholarship.
Continue reading …AQHYA Members Can Earn Scholarships By Raising/Training Foals Through Ranching Heritage Young Horse Development Program
July 6, 2015 Comments Off on AQHYA Members Can Earn Scholarships By Raising/Training Foals Through Ranching Heritage Young Horse Development Program
For the project, accepted AQHYA members will receive a nominated weanling from an AQHA Ranching Heritage Breeder. From the weanling to yearling years, the AQHYA members work with and train their foals, then exhibit the foals at an AQHA show. Ultimately, the project participants have the chance to win back their investment in their foals through scholarships.
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