Join In On a Cemetery Crawl With Hay Rides, Ghost Hunting, and Dueling at Kentucky Horse Park
September 26, 2017 Comments Off on Join In On a Cemetery Crawl With Hay Rides, Ghost Hunting, and Dueling at Kentucky Horse Park
Touring little-known, or often overlooked areas of the park, guests will see cemeteries and historic sites, and hear related historic references, as well as some spooky tales appropriate for the Halloween season. The tour includes the enigmatic Salyers House and Salyers family cemetery, the Graves family cemetery, and “the old dueling grounds.” Guests will enjoy treats and hands-on participation at appropriate spots along the way.
Continue reading …Rustic and Romantic: Every Equestrienne’s Dream Wedding
September 20, 2017 Comments Off on Rustic and Romantic: Every Equestrienne’s Dream Wedding
The Lucky Spur Ranch in Justin, Texas, was the site of a stunning ceremony fit for any equestrienne’s dream on Saturday, September 16th, when our friends, Lauren Love and Joel Stein, were wed in holy matrimony.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: The Next Generation
September 19, 2017 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: The Next Generation
Today’s EC Photo of the Day comes from Janelle Burton, who sent in this adorable shot of her 2-year-old son, Declan Burton, with his POA pony, Third Day. Declan is the son of Pat and Janelle Burton. Photo courtesy of LaRena Phillips.
Continue reading …Mackenzie Matthews Commits to SC Equestrian Team
September 19, 2017 Comments Off on Mackenzie Matthews Commits to SC Equestrian Team
We recently chatted with Mackenzie when she was named the Reserve World Champion in Novice Trail and fourth place in Equitation with her horse, Virtually Perfect. Click here to read her EC interview.
Continue reading …Woman Sheltered Horses Inside Her Home During Hurricane Irma
September 19, 2017 Comments Off on Woman Sheltered Horses Inside Her Home During Hurricane Irma
According to a fun story from The Palm Beach Post, an Okeechobee County woman decided to bring her roommate’s horses inside her home to weather Hurricane Irma. Because the home is made out of concrete, the women decided to bring the two horses into the laundry room, which was made more comfortable with shavings and hay.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- In Loving Memory
September 18, 2017 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- In Loving Memory
Look closely and you can see a small green ribbon pinned onto Ireland’s jacket that she wore in memory of her late father, Peter Cofrancesco.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: He’s A Lover
September 17, 2017 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: He’s A Lover
Today’s EC Photo of the Day comes from June Cline, who sent in this photo of One Hot Hotrod giving a little love! If you have a photo that would be perfect for our EC Photo of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com
Continue reading …AQHA Committed to Protecting the American Quarter Horse
September 16, 2017 Comments Off on AQHA Committed to Protecting the American Quarter Horse
Recent industry headlines have chronicled stories about areas of concern in racing that still need to be addressed. The American Quarter Horse Association is committed to protecting the welfare of the American Quarter Horse on and off the racetrack. The Association has not joined in the barrage of media focused on these topics; instead, AQHA has been focused on creating positive improvements by diligently working to encourage and implement positive reform.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Forever Young
September 16, 2017 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Forever Young
Today’s EC Photo of the Day proves that horses do help you feel forever young! Thanks to Stephanie Burns for the great shot. If you have a photo that would be perfect for our EC Photo of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com
Continue reading …Georgina Bloomberg, Mini Horses, and Instagram Dog Celebrities to Kick Off 4th Annual Horse Show in Central Park
September 16, 2017 Comments Off on Georgina Bloomberg, Mini Horses, and Instagram Dog Celebrities to Kick Off 4th Annual Horse Show in Central Park
As one of the most anticipated equestrian events of the year, The Rolex Central Park Horse Show is returning to NYC’s iconic Wollman Rink from Wednesday, 9/20 to Sunday, 9/24. The fourth annual event will feature five days of diverse programming, ranging from Arabians, Show Jumping, Puissance, Hunters and more.
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