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Administrator on November 19th, 2009
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Female ranch-horse riders with good communication skills, excellent horsemanship knowledge and abilities, and a passion for horses are invited to apply for the inaugural American Ranch Horse Association Queen contest, which will be held at the ARHA World Show in Murfreesboro, Tenn., June 21-26, 2010.
The Queen title will provide one ARHA member with a host of prizes from sponsors, excellent exposure in the equine industry and the chance for her to help promote the organization. During her year-long tenure, the ARHA Queen will serve as an ambassador of the association, encouraging membership, making appearances at state and regional ranch-horse functions, and visiting related competitions and events to raise awareness about ARHA.
The ARHA Queen will be selected as a result of her performance in four categories:
● Horsemanship based on the Working Ranch Horse class as decided by four judges (30 percent). The contestant will ride her own horse for the cattle-work element of Working Ranch Horse; for the dry-work element (reining pattern), contestants will draw to ride a different horse.
● An interview with a panel of judges about her knowledge of and involvement in horses and ARHA (30 percent)
● A three- to five-minute speech at the ARHA World Show about what ARHA means to her (20 percent)
● A written test of ARHA rulebook knowledge (20 percent)
“Given that Working Ranch Horse is our signature class, we thought this would be the perfect class for the contest,” says ARHA judge Kim Miller, the chairperson of the Queen Committee. “Riding an unfamiliar horse in the dry-work portion of the class is a true test of horsemanship.”
Queen candidates must be 17 to 25 years old as of June 1, 2010. Complete information and a downloadable application are available at www.americanranchhorse.net. Contact the ARHA office at (606)872-2742 or Kim Smith at (615)714-3202 or kimsmith@ourcoop.com with questions.
Formed in 2004, the American Ranch Horse Association promotes the abilities of the all-around versatile working horse in a positive atmosphere where Western tradition is genuinely honored. Rapidly growing with more than 7,000 members, ARHA hosts competitions, clinics and educational events throughout the year.
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Administrator on November 11th, 2009
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From MyHorse.com:
The inaugural presentation of the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) EQUUS Foundation Humanitarian Award will take place at the USEF Pegasus Awards Dinner during the Federation’s Annual Meeting on January 16, 2010.
The EQUUS Foundation is searching for equine artists to design the permanent trophy, which may be a painting or sculpture that depicts the humanitarian achievements made by a member of the equestrian community. The submission may be an existing portfolio piece of the artist.
Equine artists interested in submitting their artwork for consideration should contact Lynn Coakley at equus@equusfoundation.org. Photos at high resolution and a complete description of the artwork must be submitted electronically by December 1, 2009. If selected, the art must be received at the United States Equestrian Federation Headquarters in Lexington, KY, by January 1, 2010.
The United States Equestrian Federation Pegasus Awards honor individuals who have made a unique impact on the horse world. The nomination form is available on the USEF website at www.usef.org/_IFrames/Nominations/EQUUS.aspx. Nominations may be received by U.S. mail to United States Equestrian Federation, ATTN: Melissa Davis, 4047 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY 40511, overnight carrier and via email to Melissa Davis at mdavis@usef.org
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Administrator on November 4th, 2009
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On November 6th, 2009 Empire Farrier Supply will be hosting their 2nd annual Charity Golf Tournament at Temecula Creek Inn located in Temecula CA. All proceeds will go to benefit
REINS Therapeutic Horsemanship Program.
A diverse group of golfers are expected to attend, including local business people, farriers, veterinarians, horse owners and hoof care product manufacturers. The tournament is open to anyone who wishes to support this worthwhile charity.
If you are interested in attending this charity tournament please contact any of the following:
Phone (951)296-0046
Email golf@empirefarrier.com
http://www.empirefarrier.com
For more information about REINS you can visit their website at http://www.reinsprogram.org
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