Remembering 9/11- 14 Years Later…
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on Remembering 9/11- 14 Years Later…
“America was strong after that tragedy. People talked to each other, smiled when passing, and really became receptive to strangers. Sadly, I think that has past. I do however think that we should never let those memories die.”
Continue reading …Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of Canine Companion “Tucker”
September 10, 2015 Comments Off on Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of Canine Companion “Tucker”
At any barn, in the corner of a tack room, the front seat of a pickup truck, or snoozing under the saddle rack at a horse show, you’re likely to find one of our beloved canine companions.
Continue reading …AQHA Stallion Wins $3 Million All American Futurity in Memory of Breeder Who Passed Away Last Year
September 9, 2015 Comments Off on AQHA Stallion Wins $3 Million All American Futurity in Memory of Breeder Who Passed Away Last Year
“It’s too bad that he couldn’t make it, but I know he is smiling down and watching it,” Crawford continued. “And I know that he’s extremely excited. He’s probably even more proud of his wife and his daughter for what they have done. They’ve kept this thing together. It’s been a blessing.”
Continue reading …NRHA Announces New Image, Brand, and Headquarters For 50th Anniversary
September 9, 2015 Comments Off on NRHA Announces New Image, Brand, and Headquarters For 50th Anniversary
The new International Headquarters will reside on the south side of State Fair Park in Oklahoma City. A special ribbon cutting ceremony will take place during the 50th Running of the NRHA Futurity. Spectators and members are encouraged to drive by the new headquarters on Reno Avenue in Oklahoma City to see the progress of this majestic new facility.
Continue reading …Do You Know How to Properly Fit Your Horse’s Bridle?
September 8, 2015 Comments Off on Do You Know How to Properly Fit Your Horse’s Bridle?
Adjust the cheekpieces so the bit makes one or two small wrinkles in the corner of the horse’s mouth. Adjust the noseband so it has two fingers’ width of slack between the horse’s nose and the noseband.
Continue reading …Oldest Horse Competing at AQHA Select World is 26-Year-Old “Creepy Junior”
September 4, 2015 Comments Off on Oldest Horse Competing at AQHA Select World is 26-Year-Old “Creepy Junior”
“When he sees barrels or poles, his heart gets pumping so hard that I can feel it through the saddle. He is always ready and willing to go.”
Continue reading …Roberts Arena Completes Expansion Becoming Largest Indoor Equine Facility in the US
September 4, 2015 Comments Off on Roberts Arena Completes Expansion Becoming Largest Indoor Equine Facility in the US
Six months in the making, the arena expansion to 100,000 square feet of indoor space has led to other additions, which include new LED lighting, renovations to the Lamar Arena, new wash racks added for a total of 15, new premium footing in all arenas and the remodeling of the Café and Grill. The arena has 650 permanent horse stalls and can add 350 temporary ones for larger events.
Continue reading …Underwater Horse Sculptures Will be Revealed Only by the Rising Tide
September 3, 2015 Comments Off on Underwater Horse Sculptures Will be Revealed Only by the Rising Tide
The four horses and their riders, two businessmen and two children, will only be visible to the eye at low tide.
Continue reading …Mane Clipping From The Duke of Wellington’s Horse From The Battle of Waterloo Sells For $3,044
September 1, 2015 Comments Off on Mane Clipping From The Duke of Wellington’s Horse From The Battle of Waterloo Sells For $3,044
It is said that Copenhagen valiantly carried the Duke for 16 hours continuously and emerged from the battle without injury. As reward for his exceptional service, Copenhagen was retired to the Duke’s estate, Stratfield Saye House. After the horse passed away, a marble headstone was erected to mark the grave of the Duke’s favorite equine friend.
Continue reading …Trail of Painted Ponies Seeking New “Paint” Designs
September 1, 2015 Comments Off on Trail of Painted Ponies Seeking New “Paint” Designs
Entries are now open for APHA’s Trail of Painted Ponies design contest, and artists and non-artists alike are invited to submit their entries now thorough November 1. The theme of the contest is “Celebrating the Spirit of the American Paint Horse,” and cash prizes will be awarded to the top designs, along with possible production as a Trail of Painted Ponies figurine.
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