2014 International Horse Show Saw Huge Boost to 4,000 Entries
April 21, 2014 Comments Off on 2014 International Horse Show Saw Huge Boost to 4,000 Entries
Taking place April 17-19 in Springfield, Illinois, the newly revamped schedule provided six judges over the course of the three-day event, which meant that exhibitors were able to return home just in time for Easter. Judges for the first split/combined show were Bruce Walquist, Allen Mitchels, and John Briggs. Judges for the second split/combined show were Charlene Carter, Darren Wright, and Shawn Hays.
Continue reading …Ride Right Live! Virtual Online Horse Training With Berryhill Quarter Horses
April 18, 2014 Comments Off on Ride Right Live! Virtual Online Horse Training With Berryhill Quarter Horses
“For years, Leigh and I have received calls and emails from people wanting help, and we always struggled with those folks who lived some distance from us. So, I thought of the idea of Internet contact and lessons via video.”
Continue reading …Prom vs. Horse Show… From the Red Carpet to the Arena Dirt in Less Than 24 Hours
April 17, 2014 Comments Off on Prom vs. Horse Show… From the Red Carpet to the Arena Dirt in Less Than 24 Hours
As a competitive equestrian, the likelihood of having school and show schedules conflict is a certainty. If you play another sport or are involved in clubs or extracurricular activities, the problems multiple.
Continue reading …#WheelchairWednesday, How One Inspirational Rider is Defying the Odds and Motivating Others
April 16, 2014 Comments Off on #WheelchairWednesday, How One Inspirational Rider is Defying the Odds and Motivating Others
“I told my mom I didn’t care if I needed to be strapped to my saddle; I would ride again.”
Continue reading …Tips to Prepare For a Professional Portrait Session With Your Horse
April 15, 2014 Comments Off on Tips to Prepare For a Professional Portrait Session With Your Horse
Hiring a photographer is an investment, and the return appreciates exponentially over time. Get a strong understanding of the package you are purchasing before you book a photo session.
Continue reading …Art and Soul: How Auburn Equestrian Danielle Long Faced Autism Diagnosis
April 14, 2014 Comments Off on Art and Soul: How Auburn Equestrian Danielle Long Faced Autism Diagnosis
“I would have never done an interview like this a few years ago,” Long said. “But now it’s nothing. Equestrian really brought out my personality when I came to Auburn and as I’ve gotten older its transferred into other parts of my life away from the team.”
Continue reading …Randy Wilson and Certainly On Sundi Win 2014 Hylton Maiden $50,000 Western Pleasure
April 13, 2014 Comments Off on Randy Wilson and Certainly On Sundi Win 2014 Hylton Maiden $50,000 Western Pleasure
And the winner is… Randy Wilson with Certainly On Sundi for owner Byron Parsons. Second and third came down to a tie with Jeff Cochran and Betting Ona Krymsun for Rebecca Bailey and Brian Baker with Mr. Sherlock Holmes for Mary Webre.
Continue reading …Love, Wear, Return: Show Clothing Rental?
April 11, 2014 Comments Off on Love, Wear, Return: Show Clothing Rental?
You never get a second chance to make a first impression; but when that impression comes with $3,000-$5,000 price tag, the drain on your pocketbook can be a little hard to stomach.
Continue reading …Hilarious Encounters With “Non-Horse Show” Folk- Part 2
April 10, 2014 Comments Off on Hilarious Encounters With “Non-Horse Show” Folk- Part 2
“The Equitainers are definitely unique containers and always seemed to garner curiosity. The conversations with people taking the packages at the counter usually went something like this”
Continue reading …It’s Move-In Day at 2014 Virginia Quarter Horse Classic!
April 9, 2014 Comments Off on It’s Move-In Day at 2014 Virginia Quarter Horse Classic!
“As of six o’clock this morning, there are 325 horses already here. We anticipate close to 450-500 horses attending, and we’re running at about 550-600 stalls.”
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