Results of Equine Industry Economic Impact Study to be Released at Congressional Horse Caucus
February 23, 2018 Comments Off on Results of Equine Industry Economic Impact Study to be Released at Congressional Horse Caucus
“We are pleased to be able to hold this event with the Congressional Horse Caucus to continue to demonstrate to members of Congress how important our industry is to the United States economy.”
Continue reading …TCU Equestrian Wins First NCEA Meet of the Weekend
February 23, 2018 Comments Off on TCU Equestrian Wins First NCEA Meet of the Weekend
SPRINGTOWN, Texas – The No. 7 TCU Horned Frogs equestrian squad defeated No. 8 South Dakota State, 12-7, on a wintery Thursday at Turning Point Ranch. The Frogs have now won four of their five meets in the spring season.
Continue reading …UGA Equestrian on Top of Latest Collegiate Rankings
February 23, 2018 Comments Off on UGA Equestrian on Top of Latest Collegiate Rankings
The Georgia Bulldogs remain on top of this week’s Farnam Rankings holding an 8-1 record this season. The Auburn Tigers stay at No. 2 following a home win against SEC opponent and the defending National Champions, Texas A&M. The Texas A&M Aggies come in this week at No. 3.
Continue reading …Safe Tow Vehicles: Bumper Pulls and Goosenecks
February 23, 2018 Comments Off on Safe Tow Vehicles: Bumper Pulls and Goosenecks
A horse trailer has a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating – the amount the trailer can hold including itself and still be safe. The GVWR is always more than the actual weight of the loaded trailer. The towing capacity should be 20% more than the weight it’s pulling. If you’re not sure of the weight, have it be 20% more than the GVWR.
Continue reading …AQHA Encourages Members to Participate in Survey
February 23, 2018 Comments Off on AQHA Encourages Members to Participate in Survey
“We need all of our members to participate in this survey,” said AQHA Executive Vice President Craig Huffhines. “We greatly appreciate your involvement and taking time out of your busy schedules to support the association you are passionate about – AQHA.”
Continue reading …Results and Photos From 2018 Oregon Sweetheart Classic
February 23, 2018 Comments Off on Results and Photos From 2018 Oregon Sweetheart Classic
The Sweetheart Classic was the first in a special Weekend Series of OQHA shows. The second, the Irish Classic, will take place March 15-18 in Eugene and will include an Amateur Basket Auction and Wine and Cheese Social. It will also include both AQHA and APHA classes.
Continue reading …Plan For OKC State Fair Parking Changes “Postponed Indefinitely”
February 22, 2018 Comments Off on Plan For OKC State Fair Parking Changes “Postponed Indefinitely”
According to local Oklahoma station, Channel 4, the plan that was announced in December with the intent of increasing security, enhancing lighting, and including buses for transport at the State Fair Park in Oklahoma City, has been “postponed indefinitely.”
Continue reading …Everything is NEW For 2018 MAQHA Corporate Challenge!
February 22, 2018 Comments Off on Everything is NEW For 2018 MAQHA Corporate Challenge!
With a brand new schedule and even more added money classes this year, there is also a fun specialty event- Bridleless Trail- that will take place on Friday following Western Riding. This class is being sponsored by Barbie Evans and Bunting Performance Horses. Also returning in 2018 is the $500 added money NSBA 3/4-Year-Old Open and Non Pro Western Pleasure and Open and Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle classes. In addition, Ranch Riding, Youth/Adult Walk Trot, and Rookie classes are also on the schedule.
Continue reading …Show Me Again Headed to Silver Dollar and Sun Circuit
February 22, 2018 Comments Off on Show Me Again Headed to Silver Dollar and Sun Circuit
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Silver Dollar Circuit- Las Vegas, NV- Feb. 23-28, 2018
Sun Circuit- Scottsdale, AZ.- March 2-11, 2018
Cactus Classic- Scottsdale, AZ.- March 21-25, 2018
Level 1 Championship West- Las Vegas, NV.- April 18-22, 2018
Do You Want to Keep Quarter Horse Racing Alive in Florida?
February 22, 2018 Comments Off on Do You Want to Keep Quarter Horse Racing Alive in Florida?
Clarify the law so that both a quarter horse and the quarter horse race are BOTH registered with the AQHA. FQHRA’s position on current pari-mutuels is simple: just follow the law. If a quarter horse track has a permit to run 40 days of horse races, then they should be required to run the appropriate number of live races and not be rewarded with the ability to have card rooms or slot machines without following the intent and spirit of the law.
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