AzQHA & AzRCHA 2025 Year-End Awards Celebration
February 11, 2026 Comments Off on AzQHA & AzRCHA 2025 Year-End Awards Celebration
Year-end banquets abounded this month, celebrating the hard work and success of horsemen across the U.S., and joining that list was the 2025 Year-end Awards Banquet for the Arizona Quarter Horse Association and the Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association on February 7, 2026. The welcoming atmosphere and smoothly running shows produced by both associations were […]
Continue reading …Hay Nets and Slow Feeders for Horses: Pros and Cons
February 11, 2026 Comments Off on Hay Nets and Slow Feeders for Horses: Pros and Cons
By Kentucky Equine Research Staff: Hay nets and slow feeders offer clear health, welfare, management, and economic benefits but in some cases can create behavioral and musculoskeletal concerns. These management tools must be appropriately implemented to avoid introducing risks. Researchers reached this conclusion after reviewing 23 studies on hay nets and slow feeders performed between 2009 and 2025.* Those studies […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: A Horse Girl in the Making
February 11, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: A Horse Girl in the Making
This horse girl in the making is Sloane Harper Hoffman, and her proud parents are Alisha and Tyler Hoffman. Krystal Garcia Photography is the talent behind the lens! Thank you to the Hoffman family for allowing us to share this beautiful image with our readers! If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: […]
Continue reading …Applaud the 2025 APHA Year-End Champions
February 11, 2026 Comments Off on Applaud the 2025 APHA Year-End Champions
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: A year of competition, dedication, and hard work has come to a close, and we’re excited to honor our 2025 APHA year-end champions for their accomplishments. Congratulations to our division Top 20 winners, top rookies of the year, high-point ranch horses, and Six PAC Top Five champs below, along with […]
Continue reading …An Historical Move to OKC Stockyards for ApHC Headquarters
February 10, 2026 Comments Off on An Historical Move to OKC Stockyards for ApHC Headquarters
By Leslie Woolery, ApHC Interior Designer: We are thrilled to share an update on the progress of our new ApHC Headquarters. We are settling into the legendary Oklahoma City Stockyards established in 1910, a location deep in western heritage. There is so much history in that area, just as there is in our club, which […]
Continue reading …Euro Summit Returns for Fifth Edition with Inaugural NSBA International European Championship
February 10, 2026 Comments Off on Euro Summit Returns for Fifth Edition with Inaugural NSBA International European Championship
For Immediate Release — Kronenberg, The Netherlands April 26 to May 2, 2026 The Euro Summit returns in 2026 for its fifth edition and will once again bring together Western performance enthusiasts from across Europe and beyond. A major highlight of this year’s event is the addition of the Inaugural NSBA International European Championship, organized in […]
Continue reading …Five Join the 2026 APHA Hall of Fame
February 10, 2026 Comments Off on Five Join the 2026 APHA Hall of Fame
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: The 2026 APHA Hall of Fame class includes two notable couples and three outstanding Paint Horses. They will be honored June 25, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas, as part of the APHA Hall of Fame & Awards Celebration. Viggo & Annette Mortensen—Dedicated Paint breeders since 1988, Viggo and […]
Continue reading …Honda Powersports & Products and 6666 Ranch Announce New Strategic Partnership
February 10, 2026 Comments Off on Honda Powersports & Products and 6666 Ranch Announce New Strategic Partnership
Honda side-by-sides, ATVs, and power equipment to support the ranch’s work Honda and 6666 Ranch to collaborate on major events GUTHRIE, Texas (February 9, 2026) – Honda Powersports & Products and 6666 Ranch proudly announce a landmark partnership, uniting two icons in their respective realms, each defined by hard work, durability and an uncompromising commitment to […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: It’s You I Like
February 10, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: It’s You I Like
“When I say it’s you I like, I’m talking about that part of you that knows that life is far more than anything you can ever see or hear or touch.” — Fred Rogers. Pictured are Henley Smith, and SH SmokeOnTheWater, “Smokey,” enjoying a snuggle together at the 2025 Missouri Quarter Horse Association Gateway Classic last […]
Continue reading …2026 Sun Circuit Pattern Books Online for Purchase
February 9, 2026 Comments Off on 2026 Sun Circuit Pattern Books Online for Purchase
The 2026 Pattern Book is now on line for purchase. GET YOURS TODAY: https://www.suncircuit.com/shop/2026-sun-circuit-patterns/ Sales benefit the AZQHA Youth organization. Includes patterns for Showmanship, Horsemanship, Equitation, Versatility English , Western Versatility Western, Non Pro Ranch Horsemanship, National Championships, Ranch Trail, and Walk/Trot Ranch Riding.
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