Embracing A New Chapter – John Whitney
Change is inevitable in life. We grow. We age. We gain wisdom through experience. Life is a continual progression of releasing what was, and making room for what’s to come.
Tami Farnsworth And Break N The Law
May 11, 2026 Comments Off on Tami Farnsworth And Break N The Law
When Tami Farnsworth first saw Break N The Law—a 2018 sorrel AQHA gelding known around the barn as Peyton—she knew he was the kind of horse who could grow into something truly special.
Continue reading …Thanks, Mom! A Surprise for Our Horse Show Moms
May 10, 2026 Comments Off on Thanks, Mom! A Surprise for Our Horse Show Moms
By Delores Kuhlwein The struggle is real – being a horse show mom is so complex, you can even buy a horse show mom survival guide on Amazon. The parents, grandparents, siblings, and support team members behind the exhibitor are the real heroes of the horse shows, so for Mother’s Day, we asked exhibitors who […]
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Go beyond basic grooming with expert tips and lesser-known tricks to bring out your horse’s ultimate shine.
Continue reading …Ranch Trail: Where Practicality Meets Precision
May 7, 2026 Comments Off on Ranch Trail: Where Practicality Meets Precision
Blending authentic ranch work with show pen polish, Ranch Trail has become one of the fastest-growing western classes. Judges and top exhibitors explain the obstacles, strategy, and horsemanship behind standout performances.
Continue reading …Approaching Age 95, Duane Van Horn Marks 85 Wins & 18 Circuit Championships
May 6, 2026 Comments Off on Approaching Age 95, Duane Van Horn Marks 85 Wins & 18 Circuit Championships
On the cusp of turning age 95 this May (on May 25th to be exact), Duane Van Horn of Cedar Rapids is still setting milestones in the saddle. “Since I started showing again after losing my dear wife Beverly, five years ago I’ve had 85 wins, 18 circuit championships, and 7 IQHA championships at almost […]
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If you’ve attended an APHA or AQHA World Show any time over the past decade, you’ve probably heard these lyrics from I Did It My Way by Frank Sinatra playing over the loudspeaker during Halter classes. Why? It’s Bob Cassata’s favorite song, and somehow he has convinced the announcers to play it every time he wins. And Bob wins a lot. So, everyone is pretty familiar with this particular tune by Ol’ Blue Eyes.
Continue reading …Memory Lane Monday: In Remembrance of Only In The Moonlite, 2004-2019
May 4, 2026 Comments Off on Memory Lane Monday: In Remembrance of Only In The Moonlite, 2004-2019
Our reader-inspired nod to the horses who have deeply influenced our industry led to Memory Lane Monday. This week’s late sire, Only In The Moonlite, stands 11th on the Q-Stallions Leaderboard as of Monday, May 4th, for the Top 50 Western All Around Sires For All Time, with 167 All Time Money Earners, $1,647,745 All […]
Continue reading …From The Publisher – The Art Of Breeding
May 3, 2026 Comments Off on From The Publisher – The Art Of Breeding
I was talking to a famous horseman with over fifty years experience breeding, and he was giving me his philosophy of breeding and judging horses.
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He was beautiful from the day he was born. He’s super flashy, and he grabs your attention. He stands out because he’s so pretty and correct,” Joy Stehney said of Raylan Givens when the young stallion began racking up wins in his weanling year.
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