A lot has changed from the drab fabric drapes that once hung around exhibitor’s tack stalls at the All-American Quarter Horse Congress in the show’s earlier years. It’s common now to walk the aisles of the Gilligan Barn and see stunningly simple to ornate stall fronts that look like houses, cabins, saloons, storefronts, stadiums and even mini-replicas of the trainers’ and breeders’ real barns.
Continue reading …We’ve received so many wonderful Christmas photos from our readers – photos which reflect our joy and love of our horses – that we are sharing as many as we can! Here are just a few! We’d also like to take a moment to wish you peace, joy and goodwill from our EC Family to […]
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Continue reading …Twas the night before Christmas and all through the stalls, Every horse was made ready, prepared one and all. All the halters were hung, and the saddles with care, With hope that a victory soon would be theirs. Then, what in the world do you think I saw next, A world class horseman, a man […]
Continue reading …From Terry Bradshaw Quarter Horses: #TBQH 2023 CHRISTMAS SPECIAL!!! We are very excited to announce that if you have NEVER bred a mare with Terry Bradshaw Quarter Horses here is a deal for YOU! All FIRST TIME #TBQH breeders will be able to breed their mare to a stallion owned by #TBQH for […]
Continue reading …Not all riding instructors have the right number or mix of lesson horses so they sometimes ask others to lend horses to use in lessons. Although these arrangements seem simple, they can bring great risks for both instructors and horse owners.
Continue reading …By Delores Kuhlwein “A horse’s mane carries the whispers of dreams, and a rider’s touch brings them to life.” – Gabriel Cruz. When Amateur Eric Mendrysa bought Xtra Magic Doctor to have a fun horse to show, he didn’t realize the dreams “Magic Mike” would be fulfilling. The golden horse with the flowing mane took […]
Continue reading …Dogs just seem to make everything better. But our beloved dogs aren’t just our best friends; they are sometimes our source of entertainment, too. Whether they want food, attention, or are just a little mischievous, our dogs find ways to make us laugh and amuse us.
Continue reading …Each year, District IV NCQHA hosts a year end banquet to recognize our District IV members who help us run our events (District IV NCQHA, Martinganza, and Little River Circuit) and the ones who exhibit at our two shows. We have a great meal with wonderful fellowship provided by District IV to honor everyone in attendance, explains […]
Continue reading …Open horse shows that offer fun and versatility are always a huge hit due to their open arms for all breeds. The Palmetto Classic Open Horse Show is joining the roster of favorites, held November 17-19, 2023, at SC Equine Park in Camden, SC. The show offered different judges for various disciplines, including a stock horse […]
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