Day 1 Behind the Scenes- 2017 AjPHA Youth World/ApHC Youth World & Nationals
June 29, 2017 Comments Off on Day 1 Behind the Scenes- 2017 AjPHA Youth World/ApHC Youth World & Nationals
Click here to view more fun photos from Day 1 of the show!
Continue reading …Surviving the Horse Show Hangover, EC Blog by: Kina Tavary
June 29, 2017 Comments Off on Surviving the Horse Show Hangover, EC Blog by: Kina Tavary
After flying back to Las Vegas from Medford (on a very early flight with a 2.5 hour layover in Salt Lake City and running on two hours of sleep), I went into a horse show coma. Yesterday, after arising from said coma, I watched every pattern or class about 10 times.
Continue reading …Halter Day Recap at 2017 AjPHA Youth World
June 28, 2017 Comments Off on Halter Day Recap at 2017 AjPHA Youth World
Like the other winners in today’s classes, Erin Wright received a $1,000 scholarship for her future education. Although she’s only 11, about to turn 12 during the AQHA Youth World, she says, “I think about that all the time. I thought maybe I’d like to be a veterinarian.”
Continue reading …Equine Chronicle Pony Races Thrill the Crowd at 2017 Tom Powers Futurity!
June 28, 2017 Comments Off on Equine Chronicle Pony Races Thrill the Crowd at 2017 Tom Powers Futurity!
In the end, the Galyean family bounced the farthest the fastest and was named the Champion with the Harris family coming in a close second.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of APHA Multiple World Champion Sire, The Big Sensation- (2003-2017)
June 27, 2017 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of APHA Multiple World Champion Sire, The Big Sensation- (2003-2017)
“My family will truly miss him. The unconditional love we have for Jerry is indescribable… I can see our Jerry in his babies, and that brings me pure joy and peace.”
Continue reading …Love Thy Neighbor: AQHA Amateur Meghan Tierney Battles Poverty in Haiti
June 26, 2017 Comments Off on Love Thy Neighbor: AQHA Amateur Meghan Tierney Battles Poverty in Haiti
“It was poverty, crime, and abuse to an elevated level. There were children eating dirt, FGM (female genital mutilation), and streets full of feces (both human and animal). It was poverty on top of poverty.”
Continue reading …EC Pinto World Blog: Is Showing a Miniature Easier Than a Big Horse? Not By A Long Shot!
June 23, 2017 Comments Off on EC Pinto World Blog: Is Showing a Miniature Easier Than a Big Horse? Not By A Long Shot!
“Last place is not in my comfort zone. In fact, I didn’t know it was in my vocabulary. I like to be the first one to enter the pen, and coming out of the show pen last makes me feel rather squeamish.”
Continue reading …Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of Industry Legend, Zippo LTD
June 22, 2017 Comments Off on Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of Industry Legend, Zippo LTD
Sadly, we have confirmed with the Taylor/Cheek family that their beloved “LT” passed away yesterday at the ripe, old age of 30.
Continue reading …NSBA Riders Cup Moves to Arizona Sun Circuit For 2018!
June 22, 2017 Comments Off on NSBA Riders Cup Moves to Arizona Sun Circuit For 2018!
“The Sun Circuit is a terrific West coast venue for a major NSBA event. Holding these two events together is a win-win for trainers and exhibitors,” says NSBA President Bill Cosentino.
Continue reading …Oregon Summer Classic Kicks Off Today With Incredible Prizes, Revised Schedule, and Off-Day Adventure Trips!
June 21, 2017 Comments Off on Oregon Summer Classic Kicks Off Today With Incredible Prizes, Revised Schedule, and Off-Day Adventure Trips!
The social scene is always a big draw every year at the Oregon Summer Classic. Last night, competitors enjoyed The Equine Chronicle Exhibitors’ Welcome Social.
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