2015 Arizona Fall Championship Announces Incredible Lineup of Prizes and Awards!
July 10, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 Arizona Fall Championship Announces Incredible Lineup of Prizes and Awards!
Bronze trophies, Rod Patrick Caiman boots, 20X Atwood Hats, Cinch Jeans certificates, Professional’s Choice Bob Avila bit and spurs, a performance saddle, a Leson Classic saddle, a Jeff Smith saddle, Shorty’s Caboy Hats, and full page ads in The Equine Chronicle are among the great prizes!
Continue reading …2015 AjPHA Youth World Awards $160,000+ in Scholarships
July 10, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 AjPHA Youth World Awards $160,000+ in Scholarships
Money talks, and the show attracted nearly 1,300 entries and 290 horses from 32 U.S. states and Canada. Scholarship amounts per class ranged from $1,300 to nearly $6,000. With more than 150 exhibitors earning scholarships during the event, the 2015 Youth World Show put a new meaning behind the phrase “getting the most bang for your buck.”
Continue reading …35th Anniversary of Tom Powers Futurity Pays Out $264,673, Sets New Record With Yearling Sale
July 9, 2015 Comments Off on 35th Anniversary of Tom Powers Futurity Pays Out $264,673, Sets New Record With Yearling Sale
“We experienced 4% growth overall from 2014,” Dominique Powers says. “Our Stakes Sale class on Saturday was the largest ever. It paid back $60,000 to 25 exhibitors. Competitors began their class with a glass of champagne to celebrate the 35th anniversary of The Triple Challenge Futurity, which was provided by the National Snaffle Bit Association.”
Continue reading …Painted Pony Competition, Doggy Trail, and NQHL Huntfield Derby Highlight Off Day at Stars N Stripes and Big A
July 9, 2015 Comments Off on Painted Pony Competition, Doggy Trail, and NQHL Huntfield Derby Highlight Off Day at Stars N Stripes and Big A
Tiny tykes used brightly colored paint, yarn, feathers, beads, glue, googly eyes, and plenty of glitter to decorate their horses in preparation for the ChelMar Farms Painted Pony Show that was set to take place later in the afternoon.
Continue reading …PtHA July Wrangler Exhibitor of the Month- Faren Anderson
July 9, 2015 Comments Off on PtHA July Wrangler Exhibitor of the Month- Faren Anderson
Recently, Anderson has been sharing her passion for horses with her 8-year-old nephew who shows in Youth Walk/Trot classes with both Scotch and Pickles.
Continue reading …Important Changes to 2016 NSBA World Show Qualifying
July 8, 2015 Comments Off on Important Changes to 2016 NSBA World Show Qualifying
For the 2016 NSBA World Show Qualifying Period–May 1, 2015 though April 30, 2016–exhibitors will need to participate in each World Show Qualifying Class a total of 5 times. Horses and exhibitors that do not meet this minimum requirement may enter and show at the 2016 NSBA World Championship Show upon payment of a $150 Qualification Fee.
Continue reading …Ride an American Quarter Horse, Create Your Own Brand, Ranch Rodeo, in Amarillo on National Day of the Cowboy
July 8, 2015 Comments Off on Ride an American Quarter Horse, Create Your Own Brand, Ranch Rodeo, in Amarillo on National Day of the Cowboy
Local groups have joined forces to teach, entertain and celebrate the 10th annual National Day of the Cowboy with the public. The celebration takes place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 25 at the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum. This free event will provide entertainment for the whole family.
Continue reading …Equine Acupuncture Clinic and Demo For APHC Members- July 11th
July 7, 2015 Comments Off on Equine Acupuncture Clinic and Demo For APHC Members- July 11th
WHAT: Arizona Paint Horse Club Equine Acupuncture Clinic WHEN: July 11, 2015 at 8 am in the shade WHERE: Kuhlwein Barn at 24617 N. 49th Avenue Glendale, Arizona, 85310 WHY: It’s FREE! Enjoy an acupuncture education session and demonstration for APHC members. An equine treatment session opportunity will immediately follow. NEW Addition: Join Arizona Theraplate […]
Continue reading …“Winning Words” From 2015 AjPHA Youth World Champions
July 7, 2015 Comments Off on “Winning Words” From 2015 AjPHA Youth World Champions
“We were walking around the holding pen, and I just felt this connection with him; I felt his stride, I felt him move and I understood how to connect with him. And it was really incredible. So I just kind of patted him and said, ‘Alright buddy, let’s go win this class.’ ” —Montana Janssens
Continue reading …2015 AjPHA World Show High Point Winners: Miller, John, Gralla, Ward, and Eller
July 6, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 AjPHA World Show High Point Winners: Miller, John, Gralla, Ward, and Eller
The show crowned more than 80 world champions and more than $150,000 in scholarships was up for grabs during the 10-day competition, which took place June 27–July 4 in Fort Worth, Texas. Five fresh-faced equestriennes took away more than just the coveted titles, however; they rose to the top of their respective divisions to earn the Youth World Show’s all-around and high-point awards.
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