Crime can happen anywhere. It can even happen at horse shows, especially the upscale kind, which have been a target for thieves for a long time. Unfortunately, the atmosphere of a horse show makes it an appealing target for thieves with the presence of expensive tack, busy and distracted exhibitors, and an atmosphere of community and trust.
Continue reading …Thanks to Beth Foster-Hattan for sharing this set of great photos from the recent Illinois Paint Horse Association Fall Shootout and Futurity that recently took place October 4-6 at Gordyville. During the show, the Illinois Junior Paint Horse Club hosted a wide variety of events. The raffle for a Harris work saddle was won by Lori Hodges Jackson and plenty of tickets were sold for $20 a piece, as a fundraiser.
Continue reading …Check Out the new 2019-2020 Top Amateur Champions Calendar. Print it out, or pick up your free copy at the Congress and World shows!
Continue reading …But, if that doesn’t put the love for this sport into perspective, I don’t know what does. Many forget that it’s not all about the trophies.
Continue reading …Jeff and Lorna Zaloudek’s 34-year-old son, Evan, has achieved multiple World Championships as a top EWD Independent all-around exhibitor. Evan has an encouraging attitude that shines as bright as his show ring smile as he has attended shows from the Dixie Nationals to the Quarter Horse Congress every year since 2011.
Continue reading …More than 1,030 horses were on display generating over 15,600 entries. APHA named 211 world champions over the course of 14 days and held a total of 268 classes. Fifty U.S. states were represented as well as Brazil, Belgium, Canada, Mexico, Paraguay and Sweden.
Continue reading …Check Out the brand new 2019-2020 Ultimate Champions Calendar. Print it out, or pick up your free copy at the Congress and World shows!
Continue reading …When you make an incision into the tissue, it triggers a healing process. In this process, the body produces scar tissue, which can branch out from its origin and stick to tissues nearby.
Continue reading …Your flight may or may not depart on time. Your baggage may or may not be pulled aside for some extra TSA attention due to the odd accessories stowed inside. You’ll likely have a hat or boot carrying case, instead of a carry-on, because there are just some things that can’t be trusted in the hands of others. The entire process may be frustrating, and you’ll have to constantly remind yourself that the horse show waiting on the other side of the plane ride is worth the hassle. If this sounds familiar, you’re an equestrian frequent flier, and we’ve got some great advice for you. Read on for tips and tricks on everything from finding the best prices on flights, to how far out you should book flights and anything else you might have wondered when thinking about horse-related travel.
Continue reading …“First and foremost, come with a positive attitude of enjoying the show, not just having to win. Sometimes, I think people defeat themselves before they ever go into the show pen. They become too overwhelmed by others and their surroundings. If you’re a competitor, which you are, or you probably wouldn’t be there, bring it with you. Show your confidence.”
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