2015 Horse Expo Pomona Comes to CA. Jan. 30th – Feb. 1st
January 19, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 Horse Expo Pomona Comes to CA. Jan. 30th – Feb. 1st
This dynamic event will bring together over 35,000 horsemen from Southern California and around the country. Attendees will come face-to-face with top tier equestrian athletes and industry veterans on a fast-paced exhibition floor. Attendees will find over 300 exhibits featuring the most innovative companies in the horse industry displaying products and services, with special show discounts and complimentary samples offered. Plus, action packed contests, demonstrations, clinics and more.
Continue reading …9 New Classes Added to 2015 NSBA World Show Qualifying
January 16, 2015 Comments Off on 9 New Classes Added to 2015 NSBA World Show Qualifying
Qualifying for the NSBA World Championship Show is done through participation in each class at NSBA Dual Approved or Special Events. The horse and rider (or horse, in Open division classes), are required to participate in the corresponding class a minimum of two (2) times within the qualifying period.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Baby on Board!
January 16, 2015 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Baby on Board!
Today’s image comes from Amanda Renae Campbell in Decatur, Illinois. She and her husband chose a unique way of announcing to family and friends that they would be expecting a new barn hand coming in July of 2015.
Continue reading …Keeping Your Older Horse Safe and Comfortable During Travel
January 16, 2015 Comments Off on Keeping Your Older Horse Safe and Comfortable During Travel
The aging process affects all horses, especially those traveling to shows and trail rides may face even more geriatric problems.
Continue reading …ApHC 2014 Year-End Non Pro and Youth Award Winners
January 16, 2015 Comments Off on ApHC 2014 Year-End Non Pro and Youth Award Winners
2014 Non-Pro Supreme Champions:
Jennifer Schulte from Grand Rapids, Michigan
Mary Ann Page from Phoenix, Arizona
Destiny Zeiders from Mifflintown, Pennsylvania
2015 Southeast Paint Horse Championship Will Debut in Florida in February
January 16, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 Southeast Paint Horse Championship Will Debut in Florida in February
Back—bigger and better in 2015—by popular demand, APHA’s Paint Horse Championship shows offer exciting new venues for local Paint exhibitors to earn recognition beyond the tradition show format.
Continue reading …APHA Voices Support of AQHA Cloning Case Verdict
January 16, 2015 Comments Off on APHA Voices Support of AQHA Cloning Case Verdict
“This ruling is a significant step toward ensuring that association members can continue to make rules in a democratic process,” APHA Executive Director Billy Smith said.
Continue reading …Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of AQHA Hall of Fame Member Mildred Janowitz
January 16, 2015 Comments Off on Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of AQHA Hall of Fame Member Mildred Janowitz
The palominos raised on Horse Patch Farms were featured in a 1970’s Marlboro advertising campaign. Jack and Mildred were later inducted into the Palomino Horse Breeders of America Hall of Fame.
Continue reading …First Ever World Para Reining Classes to be Held at 2015 AZ. Sun Circuit
January 16, 2015 Comments Off on First Ever World Para Reining Classes to be Held at 2015 AZ. Sun Circuit
The WPR is a new organization dedicated to fostering competitive reining events for disabled riders around the world. These classes represent the first events in the WPR series, which will award a championship saddle, a world champion title, and top-10 awards at the end of 2015.
Continue reading …New ApHC Classes in 2015 Include Ranch Pleasure, Performance Halter, Green Trail and More
January 15, 2015 Comments Off on New ApHC Classes in 2015 Include Ranch Pleasure, Performance Halter, Green Trail and More
There are many new classes available to ApHC exhibitors in 2015 including performance halter for open mares, open stallions and open geldings, ranch pleasure, ranch trail, non-pro walk/trot figure 8 stake race, green western riding, green trail and boxing.
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