At the 1983 AQHA World Championship Show, Paris Hughes became a legend aboard her trusty gelding, Mr Two Eyed Twist, when the pair won not one, not two but three world championship trophies in one day, barely coming in second for the All Around Amateur title at the show. And that was all while working … Continue reading Great Rides: An AQHA World Show to Remember
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Thankful for a Successful 2014
The time between Christmas and New Year's is usually a time to reflect on the previous 365 days and how far we've come. I'm always guilty of this because I've caught myself saying that the year has gone by so quickly, but then again, you feel as though it hasn't. It is better to fail … Continue reading Thankful for a Successful 2014
Photo Essay: the All American Quarter Horse Congress
I've been meaning to share a few photos I took while I was covering events at the All American Quarter Horse Congress for the American Quarter Horse Journal. I picked a fun day to go, as it definitely showed the versatility of the Quarter Horse--from hunter under saddle, to pole bending, Western pleasure, and barrel … Continue reading Photo Essay: the All American Quarter Horse Congress
#ThrowbackThursday: Through the Equine Looking Glass
**Originally published during my internship with the American Quarter Horse Journal in 2006. Through the Equine Looking Glass Corneal ulcers can do more damage than you think. One fall morning, my American Quarter Horse mare, Skips Satin Lark (aka “Lark”), didn't seem to have the same bright eyes that she normally had. I also noticed significant … Continue reading #ThrowbackThursday: Through the Equine Looking Glass
Battle of the Clones Versus AQHA
My first article for the Equine Chronicle was the cover the initial hearings for a cloning case that was brought again the American Quarter Horse Association last summer. The case, Abraham & Veneklasen Joint Venture vs. the American Quarter Horse Association, has not been put to bed, yet. On March 24, 2014, the AQHA filed … Continue reading Battle of the Clones Versus AQHA
Joaquin Delon Brings Mexican Flavor to Halter Horses
Horses are an international language. I remember when I was a student ambassador for People to People and traveled to Italy, Austria, and Hungry when I was in grade school. My homestay in Gutau, Austria, lived on a farm and had Haflingers. I was so excited to be able to be around horses, even if … Continue reading Joaquin Delon Brings Mexican Flavor to Halter Horses
Too Much Bling? Dos & Don’ts of Western Show Clothes
The Western world is notorious for bling--watch any Western pleasure class and you'll see silver-encrusted saddles and crystal-laden shirts and jackets. Some think they have to spend more money on show clothes than some do for school wardrobes. But is that always the case? GoHorseShow.com had me talk to some AQHA/APHA judges to get their … Continue reading Too Much Bling? Dos & Don’ts of Western Show Clothes
Using Technology to Help Spur Youth Equine Participation
Youth participation in equine activities continues to drop as those hooked on technology continues to rise. Last November I was able to talk with AQHA representatives for the Equine Chronicle about how they plan to curb this drop and help inspire younger riders. The program is called Taking Me Riding, and it's already starting to … Continue reading Using Technology to Help Spur Youth Equine Participation
About Megan…Why I Write
As I've been growing my business, I've realized that I should introduce myself a little better. So I'd like to start off with why I write... Growing up I wanted to be an author. I'd write all sorts of stories, "self-publishing" my own books, and crafting stories to tell my family. In grade school I … Continue reading About Megan…Why I Write
Road to the Horse 2014: Captivating Excitement from Beginning to End
To round out some of the large equine events I've been lucky to attend in my career (NRHA Futurity, AQHA World Show, Kentucky Derby, Breeders' Cup), I can now add Road to the Horse to that list. I did some light coverage of this "colt starting world championship" for the EquineChronicle.com over the weekend, since … Continue reading Road to the Horse 2014: Captivating Excitement from Beginning to End
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