Around the Rings at The Prairie Classic
February 11, 2020 Comments Off on Around the Rings at The Prairie Classic
Special thanks to Eric Mendrysa, who was on the scene at The Prairie Classic shooting candids for The Equine Chronicle! The Prairie Classic took place February 5-9 in Oklahoma City.
Continue reading …Results From 2019 Prairie Classic
February 10, 2020 Comments Off on Results From 2019 Prairie Classic
Congratulations to some of the big winners at the show! Under judge, Jeff Greaves, Sara Simons and Hitt The Jackpot were named the champions in Junior Trail. His winner in Senior Trail was Jess Bergantzel with High Road Reload. His Level 2 Junior Trail Champion was Bruce Vickery with Son Of A Sudden. Level 1 Open Western Riding was won by Blake Weis with Don’t Think Twice. Chad Evans rode A Speed Demon to win Level 2 Senior Western Riding.
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Come ride with the industry’s top instructors. Each student will have an opportunity to work with every instructor during the three day clinic. Geared for all levels of riders, these professionals make their expertise available to anyone who wants to learn more. Whether students are learning their leads or learning to change leads, there is opportunity to learn from the best.
Continue reading …Dixie Nationals Equestrians With Disabilities Show
February 10, 2020 Comments Off on Dixie Nationals Equestrians With Disabilities Show
The EWD Show was a booming success and was our largest event ever. We had exhibitors from Illinois, North Carolina, Missouri, Arkansas, Texas, and Mississippi.
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New this year is a $1,000 Non Pro Showmanship class with a bonus to the highest placing L1 exhibitor!
Continue reading …European Commission Clarifies Studbook of Origin with AQHA and DQHA
February 10, 2020 Comments Off on European Commission Clarifies Studbook of Origin with AQHA and DQHA
On January 27, leaders and staff from the American Quarter Horse Association met with representatives of the German affiliate (DQHA), the German agricultural ministry and Bavarian competent authority at the European Commission offices in Brussels. The goal of the meeting was to close the contested topic of studbook of origin for the American Quarter Horse.
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“Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes.” Thanks to Laura Blackwood for sharing this beautiful shot of Hanks Triple Threat enjoying a snowy day in Norwich, Ohio. If you have a great EC Photo of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Did You Know That Less Than 3% of a Tech’s Schooling Covers Equine Medicine?
February 9, 2020 Comments Off on Did You Know That Less Than 3% of a Tech’s Schooling Covers Equine Medicine?
Did you know that less than 3% of a technician’s schooling covers equine medicine? With this lack of training, how do equine technicians learn the basics of what it takes to become a valuable asset on the job?
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The 2020 ABRA Show Schedule is up on the website. Be sure to bookmark the page and check back often as shows will added throughout the year. Good luck everyone and be sure to enjoy the journey! Click here to download.
Continue reading …NRHA’s Landmark Announcement- 2020 Futurity Champion Will Receive Quarter of a Million Dollars!
February 8, 2020 Comments Off on NRHA’s Landmark Announcement- 2020 Futurity Champion Will Receive Quarter of a Million Dollars!
“This year’s quarter of a million is just the first step,” Hancock said. “This committee foresees additional support opportunities becoming available for this endeavor in the future. We don’t know where it is going to end yet, but we are excited for the future.”
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