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The Hat, the Judge, and a Lesson in Integrity–An EC Blog by Bonnie Miller

By judge Bonnie Miller: This hat brings back a flood of memories! The year was 2002 and my longtime colleague and friend, Butch Carse, was managing the Tampa State Fairgrounds. Butch organized a USET / NRHA Reining event and hired me and Jack Dreschler to officiate the prestigious classes as the NRHA judges. Early in […]

June 16, 2026 / Read More

EC Blog: That Space? Not An Invitation to Merge with Reckless Abandon

June 9, 2026 Comments Off

We thought it was just us. The frustration we sometimes feel while on the road, trying to keep our horses safe. We don’t think most people mean anything by their lack of knowledge while driving around our horse trailers– but nonetheless, we were compelled to share the words of our EC writer extraordinaire, Taylor Fabus, […]

The Paul Horn Memorial Trophy

June 2, 2026 Comments Off

In 2024, we shared an EC Blog by Shannon Rafacz about a special full circle moment in which she acquired the Paul Horn numbered 1 bronze. something she’d dreamed of as long as she could remember. Read the blog here: EC Blog – Proud Owners of the Paul Horn Numbered 1 Bronze | Equine Chronicle We were […]

Lessons from a Horse Show Parent

May 20, 2026 Comments Off

We all know horse show parenting is not for the weak, but the dividends paid are priceless! One of our esteemed EC writers, Taylor Fabus, shared some key pieces of advice for show parents, especially new ones, in an article for Michigan University Extension. We also shared this article in 2016! We are publishing the […]

Around Churchill Downs: The 152nd Kentucky Derby

May 4, 2026 Comments Off

Watching the Kentucky Derby is an unparalleled experience for horse lovers of all disciplines. As one horsewoman and all-around competitor once explained, “As horsemen, we understand all the work and emotion behind the scenes, so for us, that makes watching it even more momentous.” Imagine getting to experience it firsthand! That was the case for […]

Reflections of a Horse Show Judge by Bonnie Miller

April 22, 2026 Comments Off

By Bonnie Miller One of the most meaningful parts of my life has been my time as a horse show judge. I began judging small, local shows while I was still in college. As my career evolved, I became more involved in training and showing Paints and Quarter Horses, eventually competing at major shows across […]

In Loving Memory of KM Vested In Bo, 2009-2025

April 4, 2026 Comments Off

By Jessica Wake: It’s been a year since you went home. I’ve convinced myself our good Lord and Savior will be descending from Heaven on a red head with a lot of chrome…. Because that makes sense to me, and that is the only reason he would need you more than we do. We […]

EC Blog: Owning Horses Can Stink by Tara Venable

March 30, 2026 Comments Off

By Tara Venable This is a true story, and I would like to formally apologize in advance for making you read it… Sunday was one of those perfect days. Sunny. 70 degrees. The kind of weather where you think, Ah yes, today I shall be productive and feel good about it. Naturally, I decided it […]

Summer Show Clothes Cleaning Tips

March 23, 2026 Comments Off

Care of your Show Clothing By Holly Taylor of Holly Taylor Designs Ah, Summer Heat and Horse Showing! Here are my recommendations for cleaning all my clothing! Taffeta Day Shirts and all my other items can be hand washed with Woolite and hung to dry with care to not get collars or cuffs […]

In Loving Memory of “Its All Good Man” aka The Russ, Russell: 2016-2026

February 27, 2026 Comments Off

In Loving Memory of “Its All Good Man” aka The Russ, Russell March 28, 2016 – February 25, 2026 By Vanessa Froman “You handled it so well.” No, no I did not! I went insane, lost my spark, bled in silence, shattered alone, wore a smile that lied better than a mask ever would, […]