More Around the Ring Photos- APHA Zone 2/Utah POR
May 30, 2017 Comments Off on More Around the Ring Photos- APHA Zone 2/Utah POR
Special thanks to Renee Conklin and Mike Davis for sharing some fun photos from the APHA Zone 2/Utah Paint Horse Club Paint-O-Rama that took place Memorial Day weekend. If you’d like to become an EC candid-taker, all you need is a camera phone! Simply contact B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com for more details on how to share your around […]
Continue reading …Gateway Classic Concludes With 6,000 Entries, Up More Than 1,100 Over Last Year!
May 30, 2017 Comments Off on Gateway Classic Concludes With 6,000 Entries, Up More Than 1,100 Over Last Year!
While some enjoyed backyard barbecues and pool parties over Memorial Day weekend, diehard AQHA competitors headed to Lake St. Louis, Missouri for the 2017 Gateway Classic.
Continue reading …AQHA Announces Show Rule Changes For 2018
May 30, 2017 Comments Off on AQHA Announces Show Rule Changes For 2018
SHW305.5. WESTERN EQUIPMENT In all western classes, excess rein(s) may be straightened or disentangled anytime during the class, provided the rider’s free hand used to straighten or disentangle remains behind the rein hand. Any attempt to alter tension or length of the reins from bridle to rein hand is to be considered use of two hands and a penalty score zero or disqualification will be applied.
Continue reading …AQHA Announces Ranch Rule Changes, Effective June 2017
May 30, 2017 Comments Off on AQHA Announces Ranch Rule Changes, Effective June 2017
SHW556. VRH CLASS PARTICIPATION
While riding with a romal, a get-down rope may be used. A get-down will be defined as a small rope tied around the neck of a horse with a bowline or other non-slip knot and run back to the rider or tied to the saddle and used to lead, ground tie or tie the horse.
The Only Unique Raft-Pool Recovery System For Large Animals in the World
May 29, 2017 Comments Off on The Only Unique Raft-Pool Recovery System For Large Animals in the World
For more than forty years, horses with catastrophic injuries have woken up in New Bolton Center’s pool. It remains the single best technique for anesthetic recovery of the seriously injured horse, providing a chance to safely recover strength, coordination, and awareness.
Continue reading …2017 Pinto World Show Special Event Schedule
May 29, 2017 Comments Off on 2017 Pinto World Show Special Event Schedule
Only a few weeks remain before the Pinto World Championship Show kicks off June 12-24 in Tulsa, Oklahoma! Check out the Special Event calendar below to make sure you don’t miss fun activities like… Pony/Mini Zone Invitational- Tuesday, June 13th Ideal Pinto English/English Equitation Zone Invitational- Thursday, June 15th Billie Cousins Youth Memorial Versatility- Friday, […]
Continue reading …How a Rehabilitated Horse Helped Save an Air Force Veteran
May 29, 2017 Comments Off on How a Rehabilitated Horse Helped Save an Air Force Veteran
“Two years after arriving in Budapest, I was a mess and it was obvious to everyone but me—I needed help. I never slept, abused alcohol, was angry, bitter, and didn’t care much about living or dying.”
Continue reading …Volunteers Needed For 2017 Pinto World Show
May 29, 2017 Comments Off on Volunteers Needed For 2017 Pinto World Show
The 2017 Pinto World Championship Youth Judging contest is seeking volunteers to exhibit or ride their horses during the contest. The PWC Youth Judging Contest will be held, Sunday, June 11, 2017. This is a great opportunity to get some extra practice in the show ring.
Continue reading …Day 1-2 Results From APHA Zone 2/Utah POR, and Blog
May 28, 2017 Comments Off on Day 1-2 Results From APHA Zone 2/Utah POR, and Blog
Yesterday, APHA Zone 2 held a $,1000 NSBA Western Riding futurity. Nadine Miller won with Zip Is It and took home a beautiful trophy as well! Also, getting second was Callie Rouse and Ima Special Delivery.
Continue reading …Tickets on Sale Now For “The World’s Richest One-Day Rodeo”
May 27, 2017 Comments Off on Tickets on Sale Now For “The World’s Richest One-Day Rodeo”
In order to meet growing demand, RFD-TV announced that tickets are now on sale for 2018’s The American, three months earlier than ever before. Additionally, RFD-TV announced a new “All-American” ticket package. The $500 ticket is a once in a lifetime experience where fans will have front row seats, dirt access, a special meet and greet with world famous cowboys and cowgirls, and a food and beverage package in the ultra-exclusive, field level lounge at AT&T Stadium.
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