Register Now for the Inaugural Equine Conservation Summit on November 14
September 12, 2026 Comments Off on Register Now for the Inaugural Equine Conservation Summit on November 14
ANNAPOLIS, MD (September 10, 2026) – The Maryland Department of Agriculture’s Horse Outreach Workgroup is pleased to announce the first Equine Conservation Summit will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026 in California, Maryland at the University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland. The Summit is geared toward anyone who owns or cares for horses, […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Claire Fabus and Her Late Show Partner, Lopin for Margaritas
September 12, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Claire Fabus and Her Late Show Partner, Lopin for Margaritas
“She’ll grow up, but a little piece of her heart will always belong to the horse who carried her through childhood.” ~Taylor Fabus. Pictured are Claire Fabus and her late show partner, Lopin for Margaritas, in a beautiful portrait taken by Farm Lane Photography. Our hearts go out to the Fabus family on the loss of Claire’s […]
Continue reading …2027 AQHA Leveling Point Ranges Now Available
September 11, 2026 Comments Off on 2027 AQHA Leveling Point Ranges Now Available
The 2027 AQHA leveling point ranges are now available online, allowing exhibitors and horse owners to begin evaluating their eligibility for the upcoming show season. View 2027 AQHA Leveling Point Chart here. Leveling point ranges determine the levels in which exhibitors and horses are eligible to compete at AQHA-approved shows. By reviewing the updated […]
Continue reading …Patterns Available for The Championship, APHA Zone 9, and The Spotted Cash Classic
September 11, 2026 Comments Off on Patterns Available for The Championship, APHA Zone 9, and The Spotted Cash Classic
The Championship Show, APHA Zone 9 Fall Cash Classic, and The Spotted Cash Classic Appaloosa Show are right around the corner at WEC – Ocala! There’s still time to enter and reserve stalls for three exciting shows featuring Quarter Horse, Paint and Appaloosa competition and more than $1 million in added prize money. Patterns are […]
Continue reading …The 9/11 Tragedy Spawns a Search & Rescue Training Ground Like No Other
September 11, 2026 Comments Off on The 9/11 Tragedy Spawns a Search & Rescue Training Ground Like No Other
By Amy Fernandez In the 25 years since 9/11, New York City has dedicated enormous resources to counterterrorism measures, detecting and preventing many subsequent attacks. There has also been significant investment in disaster response. A major component of that has become the city’s K9 disaster response team, New York Task Force One (NY-TF1), which is […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Patriot Day 2026, National Day of Service and Remembrance
September 11, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Patriot Day 2026, National Day of Service and Remembrance
“Patriot Day reminds us that from the ashes of tragedy, we rise with renewed purpose and strength.” – Unknown From Congress.gov: In 2001, P.L. 107-89 designated September 11 as Patriot Day to honor the individuals who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001. The law asks […]
Continue reading …Your Ocala Food & Wine Festival Weekend Awaits
September 10, 2026 Comments Off on Your Ocala Food & Wine Festival Weekend Awaits
Reserve your stay for the Ocala Food & Wine Festival with the Five-Star Festival Package, combining three days of exceptional culinary experiences with a two-night stay at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Enjoy upscale accommodations at The Equestrian Hotel or The Riding Academy Hotel, plus access for two guests to all festival events, including the exclusive […]
Continue reading …AQHA Pleasure Versatility Challenge (PVC) New Instagram and Facebook Pages
September 10, 2026 Comments Off on AQHA Pleasure Versatility Challenge (PVC) New Instagram and Facebook Pages
Because you asked for it, the AQHA Pleasure Versatility Challenge (PVC) beginning today has a formal presence on FACEBOOK and INSTAGRAM that will allow us to share all of the AQHA PVC information and stories. A huge shout out to our Official AQHA Pleasure Versatility Challenge content marketer Savannah Dial of SHOW SAVVY MEDIA! Savannah took over […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Taking Care of a Horse
September 10, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Taking Care of a Horse
“Taking care of a horse is not just a duty, it’s a heartfelt responsibility.” – Author unknown. If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Start an IHSA Team at Your College or University
September 9, 2026 Comments Off on Start an IHSA Team at Your College or University
How Three Teams Were Born and Reborn Gladys, VA – Sept. 4, 2026 – The school year is kicking off, and it is not too late to start an Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA) program at your college or university. Starting an IHSA program provides any college student the opportunity to compete on a hunter […]
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