A Year In Review: Favorite EquineChronicle.com Photos of 2014
As the clock winds down on 2014, we thought it would be fun to take a look back at our favorite EquineChronicle.com candid photos of the show season. Enjoy!
Check Out the Clinician Lineup For 2015 Equine Affaire!
December 31, 2014 Comments Off on Check Out the Clinician Lineup For 2015 Equine Affaire!
The 2015 event will offer a comprehensive schedule of clinics, seminars, and demonstrations by nationally and internationally recognized trainers, competitors, and coaches including Guy McLean, Chris Cox, John Lyons, Julie Goodnight, Dan James, Scott McFarland (Reining), George Williams (Dressage), Barbra Schulte (Cutting), Jane Savoie (Dressage), Bob Giles (Driving), Tom Chown (Western Pleasure/Horsemanship/Showmanship), Doug Leasor (Barrel Racing & Pole Bending), Gayle Lampe (English Pleasure), Kevin Oliver (Ranch Horse Versatility), Drew Emnett (Hunter Under Saddle), and Gary Lane (Easy Gaited Horses). Clinicians are also being confirmed for jumping and other disciplines.
Continue reading …Are You Ready for Winter? Final Section- Storing Show Tack
December 31, 2014 Comments Off on Are You Ready for Winter? Final Section- Storing Show Tack
If you don’t do so already, a good New Year’s Resolution is to start wiping down and inspecting your equipment after every ride. The leather experts at Harris Leather and Silverworks suggest using a compressed air or vacuum with a brush attachment to remove dust from their saddles after every show.
Continue reading …Baylor Equine-Veteran Research Program Awarded $50,000 Grant
December 31, 2014 Comments Off on Baylor Equine-Veteran Research Program Awarded $50,000 Grant
The research team will be assessing 75 veterans participating in 5 different programs or test sites. The participants will not be receiving therapy from therapists in this program – they will be learning to ride and to care for the horses.
Continue reading …Day 2 Results and Photos From AZ. Copper Country P-O-R
December 31, 2014 Comments Off on Day 2 Results and Photos From AZ. Copper Country P-O-R
Click on the link below to view complete results from Day 2 of the Arizona Copper Country Paint-O-Rama that is currently taking place in Scottsdale, AZ. Special thanks to Chuck Marx for sharing more of his great photos from around the rings in sunny Scottsdale. CCPOR 12-30 RESULTS
Continue reading …Selecting and Starting the Ideal Yearling Longe Line Prospect
December 31, 2014 Comments Off on Selecting and Starting the Ideal Yearling Longe Line Prospect
Longe Line classes can be a great way to show your yearling and have fun introducing him to the world, but it can also lead to burnout and dismal under saddle performance. With futurities and incentives luring exhibitors with big payouts, more and more young horses are being campaigned. The popularity of these classes increases while some are cautioning restraint. Are we pushing too hard on young minds and bodies? Three highly successful Longe Line exhibitors share their insight about how they train, show, and win without ruining a young horse’s prospects for a long show career.
Continue reading …NCEA Has New Leader in Form of Executive Director Dr. Leah Fiorentino
December 30, 2014 Comments Off on NCEA Has New Leader in Form of Executive Director Dr. Leah Fiorentino
“I’ve had the good fortune to see the evolution of the NCEA format over the past 10 years and I am thrilled to be invited to support the work of the association during the transition of collegiate equestrian to NCAA championship status,” Fiorentino said.
Continue reading …Gone But Never Forgotten, Showing in Memory of a Fallen Friend
December 30, 2014 Comments Off on Gone But Never Forgotten, Showing in Memory of a Fallen Friend
“I know she would be so proud of him, and we hope to continue making her proud.”
Continue reading …Our Prayers to Jack Brizendine Following Recent Rediagnosis
December 30, 2014 Comments Off on Our Prayers to Jack Brizendine Following Recent Rediagnosis
Our prayers go out to lifelong horseman Jack Brizendine who recently discovered that his cancer has returned. In addition to being an AQHA Professional Horseman, judge, and horse trainer, Jack is a true halter horse aficionado and supporter of the horse industry as a whole. We are certain he would appreciate the prayers of his […]
Continue reading …Incredible New Prizes For 2015 Fun In The Sun Extravaganza!
December 30, 2014 Comments Off on Incredible New Prizes For 2015 Fun In The Sun Extravaganza!
Check out the incredible High Point buckles will be presented for the five divisions of walk/trot classes at the Fun In The Sun Extravaganza!
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