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Great American Stallion Incentive 2020 Announced For The Madness and Redbud Spectacular

February 3, 2020 Comments Off

The Madness, held May 8-17 in Wilmington, Ohio and the Redbud Spectacular, held May 30-June 7 in Oklahoma City, will host the two Great American Stallion Incentive events this year, offering opportunity for Western Pleasure and Western Riding horses to compete for a piece of the $30,000 incentive purse for 2020.

Can a True DIY Exhibitor Compete at the Highest Level of This Sport?

February 1, 2020 Comments Off

Nowadays, plenty of exhibitors with huge work ethics and equally lofty dreams are proving that you can do-it-yourself–without a trainer–whether they are winning the Congress, setting records at the Breeders Halter Futurity, or becoming the #1 APHA Amateur Exhibitor in the nation.

Georgia Cook is Proud, New Owner of Multiple World and Congress Champion, Famous N Foolish

January 31, 2020 Comments Off

Eight-year-old Georgia Cook has received quite a spectacular gift from her family. She is the proud, new owner of the multiple World and Congress Championship earning gelding, Famous N Foolish, that was shown to much success by the Rippeon sisters, Allie and Madeline, in 2019.

The Stable Has a “No Roving Equine Professional” Policy – Now What?

January 29, 2020 Comments Off

For decades, my articles have addressed cautions and restrictions for stables to consider when roving riding instructors ask to do business there. What if you are the independent professional, however, without a home base and who seeks to provide horse training or riding lessons at other peoples’ stables?

In Loving Memory of Multiple Congress and World Champion, Hil Have A Taco (2014-2020)

January 29, 2020 Comments Off

At only six years of age, the uniquely named Trail specialist had accomplished more during his young career than most horses will in a lifestyle. But more than the trophies or accolades, what made this particular horse so special is the community of people he brought together.

Results and Around the Ring Photos- C Bar C Winner Circuit

January 28, 2020 Comments Off

Judging the six judge, 4-day event were Michael Edwards, David Denniston, John Boxell, Tracy Willis, Robin Frid, and Brad Kearns.

25 Years After Father Wins Inaugural NWSS Freestyle, Daughter Accomplishes Same Feat

January 27, 2020 Comments Off

The crowd was hushed as an elaborately dressed figure strode through the fog into a packed stadium. Adorned with wings of fire, sparkling horns, and rose colored glasses, the performer paused for a moment as the first bars to “I’m Still Standing” rang out from the loudspeaker.

Collin Froman: A Passion for Horses Handed Down Through Three Generations

January 26, 2020 Comments Off

A Passion for Horses Handed Down Through Three Generations

Smart Goal Setting For 2020 Show Season

January 24, 2020 Comments Off

Believe it or not, the beginning of the show season is here, and there is no better time to set goals than right now! Reflect on your progress over the last year. What are you most proud of? What failures did you experience? Keep in mind that failure is often one step towards success.

Stephen Stephens: A passion for Horses drives him to the top

January 23, 2020 Comments Off

If there’s one word that explains the success of Stephen Stephens in the horse industry it is drive.