Image from SLV Native
The last in a long series featuring horse art in the streets. A grand total of over a 125 images filled with horses and art.
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The Equinest archives
2009 Göteborg Horse Show
*Update – 2009 Göteborg Results
What
Göteborg Horse Show – Eurohorse
Three World Cup disciplines will be presented at this show, dressage, jumping and driving. There will also be dog shows, mounted games and a number of performances.
Featuring
- Rolex FEI World Cup™ Jumping
- FEI World Cup™ Dressage
- FEI World Cup™ Driving
- Göteborg Trophy – Grand Prix
- Young riders
- Clinic with Rolf-Göran
Horse Pictures From Bulgaria
Enjoyed for work, sport and play, the horse plays a large part in the lifestyle of Bulgaria.
Todorov Den is a Horse Easter celebration, a traditional orthodox holiday in many large gypsy encampments which features horse and cart races to honor the role of horses in Bulgarias history.
2009 HITS Thermal Desert Circuit – IV
*Update – 2009 DC IV Results
What
HITS Thermal Desert Circuit IV
The fourth part of the Thermal Desert Circuit, a show event featured from January to March every year. The show grounds are some of the biggest in the United States and encompass 230 acres and feature 14 competition rings in total.
Shopping & Dining
Also on the grounds is a desert marketplace which will be open during show hours featuring equestrian equipment, clothing and items as well as a variety of dining options.
Showing ranges from classes for novice and experienced riders to Grand Prix show jumping events.
No admission charge.
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8 Extremely Cute Horse Pics
Image from ElStruthio
Horses do the darndest things, and horse lovers can’t seem to stop taking pictures of them, (now if only we could get them to stand still long enough to make it easy).
If you have cute horse pictures you’d like to share with the rest of us, send me a note, I’d love to feature them in a post (you’ll get full credit for them of course).
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2009 Sahuaro Classic
*Update – 2009 Sahuaro Results
What
HITS Sahuaro Classic
The 4th part of a hunter/ jumper show circuit in Arizona that lasts 6 weeks in total. The show grounds include 5 show rings and several schooling rings for equitation, hunter and jumper classes.
These classes range from Grand Prix classes to show jumping for novice and experienced riders. Spectator seating is available for every event.
Shopping & Dining
A vendor courtyard on the grounds provides food and beverage options as well as equestrian shopping for equipment, apparel and jewelry.
No admission charge Wednesday through Saturday. Sunday admission is $5 per person, children under 12 are free.
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A Huge List of Horse Movies
Lists of horse movies by the decade they were released.
Thanks to everyone who makes suggestions & shares their faves in the comments. We’ll be adding them all but it takes time. Keep checking back for updates!
2009 Eureka Live Model Horse Show
What
2009 Eureka Live Model Horse Show
Model horse show also features an open house at the Best Western Pepper Tree Inn in the evening. During this open house new releases and special models will be for sale.
Horse Jobs – Groom
A position which can be a springboard for a long career in the horse industry, the groom is the one who actually takes care of daily routine for the animals.
Multitasking
There are many tasks that can fall under the grooms command and the actual job description will vary from facility to facility. That means that not only does the job vary, but so does the pay. This is a position which benefits from a firm knowledge of horseflesh, a teamwork attitude and independent, creative thinking.
Physical strength, a sense of personal responsibility and attention to detail are quality aspects of a successful groom.
2009 Oklahoma Horse Fair
What
7th Annual Oklahoma Horse Fair
Grounds include heated stable areas, and climate controlled arena and exhibition area.
Featuring
- Stallion Avenue
- Western Ranch Horse Stakes and Sale
- The Best Trail Horse Competition – open to all
- A 5-D Barrel Race with $800
- An Open Barrel race with $200
- Clinic with Richard Shrake
Admission is free all three days for spectators.
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Horse Racing on The Beach in Spain
Spain is known for their majestic show horses but this video gives you a look into another horse tradition in Spain. Beach horse racing is a tradition of 15 years and counting and looks like a lively event.
Something all horse lovers should see just once.
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2009 EquiFest of Kansas
What
EquiFest of Kansas All Breed Horse Fair & Exposition
Presented by the Kansas horse Council, a non-profit organization formed to help promote the equine industry.
Featuring
- All American Cowgirl Chicks
- Extreme Cowboy Race
- World-Class Clinicians
- Breed Showcases
- Stallion Reviews
- Special Demonstrations
- Lectures
- Equine Products Trade Show
General Admission
Ages 13 to Adult – $12.50
Ages 6 to 12 – $6.00
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