World Show Superstitions… EC Blog by: Keaton Crawford
August 6, 2015 Comments Off on World Show Superstitions… EC Blog by: Keaton Crawford
It’s not uncommon to hear about a rider wearing lucky socks, a lucky necklace, or having some type of superstition when it comes time to compete at the World Show. Some equestrians even have routines they follow that they believe will help put them at the top of the judges’ placings and possibly even leave them as the last one standing in the arena.
Continue reading …Building the Future, Piece by Piece
July 21, 2015 Comments Off on Building the Future, Piece by Piece
“The YES Convention is about meeting new people who share your same love of the American Quarter Horse. It’s about being inspired and giving you something to work for. Everyone who attends, leaves with something, whether it be a new friend or a new outlook.”
Continue reading …Putting On A Horse Show- What It Takes
July 8, 2015 Comments Off on Putting On A Horse Show- What It Takes
For the past 10 days, I have been in Upper Michigan at the UPQHA Summerfest series. There were eight days of showing with a total of eight judges along with two exhibitor parties, an ice cream social, and the annual beanbag toss tournament and calcutta.
Continue reading …One Horse Trainer’s Act of Kindness- 2015 AjPHA Youth World
July 7, 2015 Comments Off on One Horse Trainer’s Act of Kindness- 2015 AjPHA Youth World
While there is no doubt in my mind that Wade would not tell this story himself, I want to give him a shout out for being the epitome and perfect representation of what we all should be in the Paint industry when it comes to extending a helping hand and reaching out to others!
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It’s pretty tough to go from first place, under both judges one day, to last place the next, especially when I’m reading on social media about everyone else’s success. It seems as if these days, Facebook news feeds are filled with happy pictures and cheerful posts about World Show qualifying, titles accomplished, ribbons earned, and trophies won.
Continue reading …PtHA Youth Competitor’s Horse Made Into Breyer in Honor of Courageous Battle With Cancer
June 5, 2015 Comments Off on PtHA Youth Competitor’s Horse Made Into Breyer in Honor of Courageous Battle With Cancer
Just a few months before the Pinto World Championship Horse Show, Lauren was diagnosed with epithelioid sarcoma, a rare cancer. Despite the life-changing news, Lauren and Choco continued to train, focusing on Lauren’s goal of attending the World Show.
Continue reading …The Small Victories That Make a Big Difference
June 5, 2015 Comments Off on The Small Victories That Make a Big Difference
Showing horses isn’t all about winning that blue ribbon, but it certainly doesn’t hurt to be recognized, especially when you’re having a rough day!
Continue reading …Tips For Being a Better Exhibitor, From a Scribe’s Perspective
June 2, 2015 Comments Off on Tips For Being a Better Exhibitor, From a Scribe’s Perspective
Tips For Being a Better Exhibitor, From a Scribe’s Perspective
Continue reading …Kimes Ranch Blog: Showing On A Budget- Part 2
May 28, 2015 Comments Off on Kimes Ranch Blog: Showing On A Budget- Part 2
“Some credit cards offer great rewards like hotel and flight discounts with points. Use this to your advantage by putting the money you would already spend on the card with the best rewards, which you could hopefully use for a flight to Oklahoma for the World Show in a few months, for example.”
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Now, I need to have the conversation with my news director about needing a few hours off, last minute, to go pick up and deliver semen. That should be interesting.
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