Georgia #1 in Pre-Season Rankings For College Equestrian
September 16, 2015 Comments Off on Georgia #1 in Pre-Season Rankings For College Equestrian
Georgia, the 2015 NCEA runner-up and defending Southeastern Conference Champion, is the nation’s No. 1 team in the preseason. South Carolina, the 2015 NCEA National Champion, checks in at No. 2. The Gamecocks claimed their third overall national title this past April.
Continue reading …Like Birchbox For the Horse Industry… Introducing Western Werx and Kaboodlz!
September 14, 2015 Comments Off on Like Birchbox For the Horse Industry… Introducing Western Werx and Kaboodlz!
“Western Werx is for the consumer who loves western design. This box is focused on the person more than the horse. These products will range from accessories to jewelry and household items that everyone can enjoy.”
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Horse Show Marriage Proposal!
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Horse Show Marriage Proposal!
AQHA amateur Nicole Lynn of Smock, PA. received an unexpected surprise when she entered her horse’s stall at the 2015 PQHA Nittany Classic last weekend…
Continue reading …Remembering 9/11- 14 Years Later…
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on Remembering 9/11- 14 Years Later…
“America was strong after that tragedy. People talked to each other, smiled when passing, and really became receptive to strangers. Sadly, I think that has past. I do however think that we should never let those memories die.”
Continue reading …Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of Canine Companion “Tucker”
September 10, 2015 Comments Off on Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of Canine Companion “Tucker”
At any barn, in the corner of a tack room, the front seat of a pickup truck, or snoozing under the saddle rack at a horse show, you’re likely to find one of our beloved canine companions.
Continue reading …AQHA Stallion Wins $3 Million All American Futurity in Memory of Breeder Who Passed Away Last Year
September 9, 2015 Comments Off on AQHA Stallion Wins $3 Million All American Futurity in Memory of Breeder Who Passed Away Last Year
“It’s too bad that he couldn’t make it, but I know he is smiling down and watching it,” Crawford continued. “And I know that he’s extremely excited. He’s probably even more proud of his wife and his daughter for what they have done. They’ve kept this thing together. It’s been a blessing.”
Continue reading …NRHA Announces New Image, Brand, and Headquarters For 50th Anniversary
September 9, 2015 Comments Off on NRHA Announces New Image, Brand, and Headquarters For 50th Anniversary
The new International Headquarters will reside on the south side of State Fair Park in Oklahoma City. A special ribbon cutting ceremony will take place during the 50th Running of the NRHA Futurity. Spectators and members are encouraged to drive by the new headquarters on Reno Avenue in Oklahoma City to see the progress of this majestic new facility.
Continue reading …Do You Know How to Properly Fit Your Horse’s Bridle?
September 8, 2015 Comments Off on Do You Know How to Properly Fit Your Horse’s Bridle?
Adjust the cheekpieces so the bit makes one or two small wrinkles in the corner of the horse’s mouth. Adjust the noseband so it has two fingers’ width of slack between the horse’s nose and the noseband.
Continue reading …Oldest Horse Competing at AQHA Select World is 26-Year-Old “Creepy Junior”
September 4, 2015 Comments Off on Oldest Horse Competing at AQHA Select World is 26-Year-Old “Creepy Junior”
“When he sees barrels or poles, his heart gets pumping so hard that I can feel it through the saddle. He is always ready and willing to go.”
Continue reading …Roberts Arena Completes Expansion Becoming Largest Indoor Equine Facility in the US
September 4, 2015 Comments Off on Roberts Arena Completes Expansion Becoming Largest Indoor Equine Facility in the US
Six months in the making, the arena expansion to 100,000 square feet of indoor space has led to other additions, which include new LED lighting, renovations to the Lamar Arena, new wash racks added for a total of 15, new premium footing in all arenas and the remodeling of the Café and Grill. The arena has 650 permanent horse stalls and can add 350 temporary ones for larger events.
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