Congratulations 9 Approved APHA Judges!
May 8, 2015 Comments Off on Congratulations 9 Approved APHA Judges!
Congratulations Dean Bogart, Manita McKool DeFoor, Steve Lackey, Larry Little, Linda Long, Don McDuffee, Jodie Moore, Leigh Ann Skurupey, and John Tuckey!
Continue reading …AQHA: Animal Welfare and Unsportsmanlike Conduct Violations
May 8, 2015 Comments Off on AQHA: Animal Welfare and Unsportsmanlike Conduct Violations
The Executive Committee’s recent decisions regarding Animal Welfare Committee recommendations are as follows:
Continue reading …Next Generation of Youth Horsemen to Present Demonstration at 2015 Iowa Show Circuit
May 7, 2015 Comments Off on Next Generation of Youth Horsemen to Present Demonstration at 2015 Iowa Show Circuit
Novice competitors can be inspired by watching two of AQHA’s best “next generation” horsemen as they demonstrate Ranch Riding and Horsemanship patterns and skills. Then, AQHA Professional Horseman and Judge Kelly McDowall will step in the arena to talk about what judges look for in these classes.
Continue reading …2015 Paint Horse Congress Schedule Now Online, NSBA Dual-Approval Just Announced
May 7, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 Paint Horse Congress Schedule Now Online, NSBA Dual-Approval Just Announced
Per Show Manager Karen Kennedy, “We feel this is a huge and attractive asset, particularly given the NSBA World Show has expanded the number of color classes offered this year and move into the Built Ford Tough Livestock Complex right behind the Congress. We encourage NSBA exhibitors to take advantage of both events.”
Continue reading …APHA Riders Awarded For Logging Most Hours in 2014- 2,587 Hours at the Top of List
May 7, 2015 Comments Off on APHA Riders Awarded For Logging Most Hours in 2014- 2,587 Hours at the Top of List
Zone 9—Tammy Dobek
Hours Logged in 2014: 2,587
Hometown: Marianna, Florida
Gamblin’ on Paint Horses at 2015 Tunica Color Bonanza- Results and Photos
May 6, 2015 Comments Off on Gamblin’ on Paint Horses at 2015 Tunica Color Bonanza- Results and Photos
The theme of the 2015 Tunica Color Bonanza was all about taking a gamble, placing a bet, rolling the dice, and hoping that the odds fall in your favor.
Continue reading …Pre-Enter APHA Youth World Show Online by May 15th!
May 6, 2015 Comments Off on Pre-Enter APHA Youth World Show Online by May 15th!
Just about everyone can use the online entry platform, but there are a few things to know in advance:
– Credit card payment only.
– Unlike the paper form, you will submit one online entry for each horse/exhibitor combination.
– Stall and RV reservations will still need to be submitted via the paper form.
2015 NSBA World Show Schedule, Important Changes to 2016 World Show Qualification
May 5, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 NSBA World Show Schedule, Important Changes to 2016 World Show Qualification
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 …APHA 2014 Annual Report Reveals Statistics, Growth, and Membership Numbers
May 5, 2015 Comments Off on APHA 2014 Annual Report Reveals Statistics, Growth, and Membership Numbers
The largest growth in APHA members that show horses was the Amateur Walk-Trot division, experiencing a 40% growth from 2011. Combined Youth and Open/Amateur World Championship Show entries and horses were up over 2013 numbers.
Continue reading …Para Reining Classes Are Exciting Addition to Las Vegas High Roller Reining Classic
May 4, 2015 Comments Off on Para Reining Classes Are Exciting Addition to Las Vegas High Roller Reining Classic
“Just because someone loses a limb or is challenged by loss of flexibility or partial paralysis doesn’t mean they can’t ride and compete. These riders prove the amazing possibilities to us every single day.”
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