What is the Future of Del Mar Horse Park?
An article from NBC 7 San Diego indicating that all horse shows and boarding at the Del Mark Horsepark have been cancelled for 2021, due to toxic groundwater issues, has many worried that the show grounds won’t survive the season.
“The decision to waive traditional qualifying for the 2021 Ford Youth World was based on extensive discussion, comparison of previous years’ qualifying data and the cancellation of approximately 30% of the qualifying shows since May 1, 2020, when the qualifying period began,” said Justin Billings, AQHA chief show officer. “We anticipate continued effects of the pandemic, especially in the harder hit areas of the world where many lockdowns remain in place.”
Continue reading …Effective Jan. 1, 2021, AQHA Approved Show Admin Fee is $8
December 4, 2020 Comments Off on Effective Jan. 1, 2021, AQHA Approved Show Admin Fee is $8
The $8 show administration fee will replace the $5 show processing fee and $1 drug-testing fee. The fee will be charged per horse, per show at all AQHA-approved domestic and international events. The increase will benefit AQHA’s show programs, provide showing members with the best services available and improve support of the showing industry.
Continue reading …Meg DePalma Chats About New Partner, Don’t Think Twice
December 2, 2020 Comments Off on Meg DePalma Chats About New Partner, Don’t Think Twice
“While it’s always a learning curve when starting a new partnership, I’m so excited to get started. I hope to make Kent, Blake, and Clint proud!”
Continue reading …ApHC Board of Directors Begin Search for New National Show Site
November 30, 2020 Comments Off on ApHC Board of Directors Begin Search for New National Show Site
Because of continuing uncertainty over COVID-19, the ApHC Board of Directors reluctantly withdrew from its contract to hold the 2021 National & World Championship Appaloosa Youth Shows in Indianapolis, Indiana. ApHC President Ken Johnson said the search will begin immediately to find an alternative site for next year’s show.
Continue reading …ApHC Opens Doors to POAC With Small Horse Program
October 1, 2020 Comments Off on ApHC Opens Doors to POAC With Small Horse Program
In a historic move, the ApHC Board of Directors voted today to open its doors to members of the Pony of Americas Club (POAC) to compete at the Appaloosa World and National Championship Shows beginning in 2021. The Board is also encouraging all of its Regional Clubs to offer classes, as well, as part of its newly-adopted Small Horse Program.
Continue reading …Masterson Farms Announces Sale of KM Suddenly So Easy to Kristen Galyean and 3G’s Partnership
September 5, 2020 Comments Off on Masterson Farms Announces Sale of KM Suddenly So Easy to Kristen Galyean and 3G’s Partnership
Masterson Farms, LLC, is proud to announce the sale of its outstanding mare, KM Suddenly So Easy, to Kristen Galyean and her partners at 3G’s. All of us here are very appreciative of Kristen and her partners’ desire to share with us the career of KM Suddenly So Easy. Penelope is a truly remarkable show horse, thanks to Casey Willis and all the team at the Farm. We know she will go on to great success in her new home.
Continue reading …The Bradshaw Bunch Coming to a TV Near You
September 2, 2020 Comments Off on The Bradshaw Bunch Coming to a TV Near You
“I really don’t know how the season is going to play out. It’s going to be pretty doggone crazy though. We have family cookouts, challenges in the pool, and family chaos.”
Continue reading …2020 Congress Trainer Program to Award $1,000 Each Day the Show Would’ve Run
September 1, 2020 Comments Off on 2020 Congress Trainer Program to Award $1,000 Each Day the Show Would’ve Run
The 2020 Congress Trainer Award Program will offer a $1,000 award to a different trainer EACH day that the 2020 Congress would have run! That is $1,000 EVERY DAY from September 29 through October 25!
Continue reading …Wrobbel Family is Proud New Owner of Hubba Hubba Huntin
August 27, 2020 Comments Off on Wrobbel Family is Proud New Owner of Hubba Hubba Huntin
“One thing we definitely want mare owners to know is that I understand the mare side of the equitation. I understand that a mare owner needs to be able to talk to someone and to get semen at a certain time. I’ve worked with stud owners who were great and those who were not so great. My biggest goal is to be there for the mare owners, not just when they’re trying to breed for a foal, but also after the fact when they’re trying to promote their horse or sell it. I want to be there to support them as much as possible.”
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