Winners Announced in IEA Dear Readers and Riders National Essay Contest
March 21, 2025 Comments Off on Winners Announced in IEA Dear Readers and Riders National Essay Contest
Thursday, March 20, 2025 (Columbus, Ohio) – The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) is pleased to announce the winners and honorable mentions of the 2025 Dear Readers and Riders National Essay Contest generously supported by a donation from acclaimed wine columnist, author and equestrian enthusiast, Lettie Teague. The Dear Readers and Riders National Essay Contest pays […]
Continue reading …Despite a Day of Rain, the 2025 Sun Circuit Shined
March 21, 2025 Comments Off on Despite a Day of Rain, the 2025 Sun Circuit Shined
By Kristin Spinning, Sun Circuit Media Coordinator, AzQHA: There was sun, there was rain, there were tank tops and puffy jackets – the weather at the 2025 Arizona Sun Circuit may have swung like a metronome, but some things remained constant: huge numbers, excellent competition, bright smiles, and a dizzying array of jaw dropping awards and […]
Continue reading …EC Video of the Day – A+ for Effort
March 21, 2025 Comments Off on EC Video of the Day – A+ for Effort
“Just wanted to submit my daughter Adelaide Seppa’s video of her showing her first halter class at the Zone 9 Southern Classic with her new mare, Remember It All,” says Jennifer Seppa. “It was her very first APHA class ever shown and she obviously took it VERY seriously!” We love it, Jenna! Thank you for […]
Continue reading …APHIS Further Postpones Effective Date for Horse Protection Act Final Rule
March 20, 2025 Comments Off on APHIS Further Postpones Effective Date for Horse Protection Act Final Rule
From the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service: The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is further postponing the effective date of the Horse Protection Act final rule to February 1, 2026. APHIS is also taking public comment on the delay. On January 24, 2025, APHIS announced it was postponing the […]
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of “Rumors Haz It” – 2016-2025
March 20, 2025 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of “Rumors Haz It” – 2016-2025
We’d like to extend our condolences to Brian Burya and Tiffanie Burya on the recent loss of Rumors Haz It, their 2016 bay mare by Lazy Loper and out of Inviting Rumors. “Shayla” had been born in Weatherford, Texas, at Dry River Ranch, which is owned by Stephen Stephens and Terry Cross, and the Buryas […]
Continue reading …EC Foal Photo of the Day – Happy First Day of Spring!
March 20, 2025 Comments Off on EC Foal Photo of the Day – Happy First Day of Spring!
Meet “AJ,” by Machine Made and out of Hope Four The Best (which makes her a full sibling to the stallion Made Four It), enjoying her first day of not having to wear a blanket to go outside! Thank you to Barb Miller, who is also the photographer, for sending us this adorable picture!If you have […]
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Ruth Ellen’s The Paws Cause Raises $60,000 for Dog Rescue & Adoption By Delores Kuhlwein Ramblin’ through the Maasai market in Kenya on one of her countless jaunts to the heart of Africa, renowned African trip planner and horseman Ruth Ellen spotted several displays of beautifully beaded dog collars. At the time, approximately six years […]
Continue reading …2025 AQHYA World Show Schedule, Judges’ List, and Handbook Are Online
March 19, 2025 Comments Off on 2025 AQHYA World Show Schedule, Judges’ List, and Handbook Are Online
From AQHA Showing: The schedule, judges’ list and handbook are online for the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗔𝗤𝗛𝗬𝗔 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄! And have you heard about the new cash prizes for Level 3 classes?! Get the details: https://www.aqha.com/disciplines/showing/shows/championship-shows/youth-world/resources
Continue reading …New Online Course for Youth Interested in Careers in the Horse Industry
March 19, 2025 Comments Off on New Online Course for Youth Interested in Careers in the Horse Industry
Jackie Bellamy-Zions, Guelph, ON – Mar. 11, 2025 – Equine Guelph is excited to announce the launch of a new online course designed specifically for youth aged 13-17 who are passionate about horses and interested in exploring careers in the horse industry. The self-paced course, Careers in the Horse World, is now available for free for a […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – The Light of Our Lives
March 19, 2025 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – The Light of Our Lives
“Friends (and my family!) are the stars that light up our lives all year round!” -Cheryl Hawkinson. “I couldn’t do this without the support of a village. What a good crew I have. I’m so grateful for these people and the ones not pictured!” says Elizabeth Whitt. Thank you to Elizabeth for the fabulous photo […]
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