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Cross My Heart Trail with Judge Jennifer Sawyer

Multi Carded Judge and trainer Jennifer Sawyer of Silver Springs, Florida, brings us a diverse trail obstacle, just in time for Valentine’s Day practice! From Judge Jennifer Sawyer: For this one, I’m using two 10’ poles for each side of the bottom of the heart, single 10’ poles for the rest, but you can use […]

February 13, 2026 / Read More

Free Printable K9 and Mounted Horse Unit Valentines from Marion County Sheriff’s Office

February 13, 2026 Comments Off

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office in Ocala, Florida, also the hometown of The Equine Chronicle and The Canine Chronicle publications, has created a wonderful, complimentary collection of valentines! From MCSO, www.marionso.com: We created printable Valentine’s cards featuring some of our favorite four-legged teammates — our K9s and members of our Mounted Unit! Download the graphics, print […]

EC Photo of the Day: Joy in Your Soul

February 13, 2026 Comments Off

“Gratitude is a powerful catalyst for happiness. It’s the spark that lights a fire of joy in your soul.” — Amy Collette. If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.

A Life Well Lived: AQHA Hall of Fame Member Ken Mumy

February 12, 2026 Comments Off

The AQHA past president and hall of famer has passed away. From AQHA, February 11, 2026: AQHA has learned of the death of past president and American Quarter Horse Hall of Famer Ken Mumy. Our prayers are with all who knew and loved him. Below is his Hall of Fame biography. We will update this […]

UC Davis Equestrian Riders Sue School over Team Losing DI Status

February 12, 2026 Comments Off

On February 11, 2026, Fox 40 in Sacramento, California, reports that “current and future members of UC Davis’ equestrian team are suing the school after learning the squad would be demoted to club status next season.” Read the story by Fox 40 journalist Brett Stover: UC Davis equestrian riders sue school over team […]

EC Photo of the Day: Throwback to 2016 AQHYA World

February 12, 2026 Comments Off

For Throwback Thursday, we’re having some fun looking back to a decade ago for the 2016 AQHYA World Championship Show! Who are these champions? Can you also name their horses and the class? If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.

2026 Arizona Sun Circuit Stall Assignments

February 11, 2026 Comments Off

Arizona Sun Circuit 2026 Stall Assignments: Download the PDF with assignment list, barn charts and ground map: ↓ Stalls – Sun Circuit More information about the show: https://www.suncircuit.com/

EC Photo of the Day: A Horse Girl in the Making

February 11, 2026 Comments Off

This horse girl in the making is Sloane Harper Hoffman, and her proud parents are Alisha and Tyler Hoffman. Krystal Garcia Photography is the talent behind the lens! Thank you to the Hoffman family for allowing us to share this beautiful image with our readers! If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: […]

An Historical Move to OKC Stockyards for ApHC Headquarters

February 10, 2026 Comments Off

By Leslie Woolery, ApHC Interior Designer: We are thrilled to share an update on the progress of our new ApHC Headquarters. We are settling into the legendary Oklahoma City Stockyards established in 1910, a location deep in western heritage. There is so much history in that area, just as there is in our club, which […]

Euro Summit Returns for Fifth Edition with Inaugural NSBA International European Championship

February 10, 2026 Comments Off

For Immediate Release — Kronenberg, The Netherlands April 26 to May 2, 2026 The Euro Summit returns in 2026 for its fifth edition and will once again bring together Western performance enthusiasts from across Europe and beyond. A major highlight of this year’s event is the addition of the Inaugural NSBA International European Championship, organized in […]