By Sarah Welk Baynum Tears of joy marked an emotional win for Lorrie Partridge and Lida Spook in the Amateur Select Ranch Riding at the All-American Quarter Horse Congress. Competing in only her third Congress and still relatively new to the Ranch Riding classes, Partridge describes the victory as nothing short of a dream come […]
Continue reading …By Delores Kuhlwein The moment I saw you, my heart whispered, ‘that’s the one.’– Unknown. Every horse person dreams of that moment of knowing they’ve found just the right one. That particular instance, when it happened between prominent exhibitor Amanda Smith and Two-Year-Old AQHA stallion KASH MONEY, couldn’t have been more poignant. “Historically, my husband, […]
Continue reading …By Sarah Welk Baynum With a partnership spanning nearly a decade and success across multiple disciplines, Madison Rafacz and Whizenboonsmal once again rose to the top, capturing the champion title in the highly competitive Non Pro Ranch Riding Stakes NSBA, presented by The Equine Chronicle. “I got Whizenboonsmal at Congress when he was five, and […]
Continue reading …By Sarah Welk Baynum No stranger to the excitement of the Quarter Horse Congress show ring, Jimmy Daurio rose to the occasion with an impressive ride in the Junior Ranch Riding. Out of more than 50 talented entries, his flawless connection with SS Pity Tha Fool, owned by Clara Tracy, carried them straight to the […]
Continue reading …“Animals are more than ever a test of our character, of mankind’s capacity for empathy and for decent, honorable conduct, and faithful stewardship. We are called to treat them with kindness, not because they have rights or power or some claim to equality, but in a sense because they don’t, because they all stand unequal […]
Continue reading …This Fall in Fort Worth: A Celebration of the Appaloosa Breed The upcoming 2025 Appaloosa World Show promises to be one of the most memorable events yet, with several new and exciting activities in store for attendees. As Appaloosa enthusiasts from across the country and around the globe gather in Fort Worth this fall, they […]
Continue reading …The APHA/WCHA Halter Million is underway, September 20-28, 2025, at the Will Rogers Memorial Complex in Fort Worth, Texas. “The APHA/WCHA Halter Million is APHA’s premier competition for halter horses and takes place each fall in Fort Worth, Texas. More than $1 million is paid out at the event each year. A joint venture with the World […]
Continue reading …Visit the website of the North American Saddle Mule & Donkey Association (NASMDA) and this is what you’ll see on the home page: Serving the Long Ear Lovers with Mule and Donkey Registrations, Shows, a strong emphasis on youth participation and VTP Awards hours on the trails. Amateur Membership includes Novice and Silver Divisions! Competition Points […]
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