Tag: social

Tickets on Sale for BLC's Derby Handicapping Social

admin — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 22:30:39 +0000

Calling all Thoroughbred owners and racing enthusiasts. The Backside Learning Center is hosting its Derby Handicapping Social at Angel's Envy Distillery in Louisville, Ky. April 15 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. ET.

Norris Appointed TRF Marketing, Communications Manager

admin — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 15:42:55 +0000

Kendall Norris brings extensive experience in strategic marketing, social media management, and sponsorship development to the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation.

Saddle Up for Spring: The Most Fun Equestrian Events You Won’t Want to Miss

admin — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 17:52:18 +0000

Spring is finally here, and with it comes the start of the equestrian season. Whether you’re a die-hard equestrian, a casual rider, or just someone who appreciates a good show, there’s no shortage of exciting equestrian events to enjoy. From elite competitions to family-friendly festivals, here are some of the most fun equestrian events to attend this spring.

1. Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event (Lexington, KY)

April 24–27, 2025

KEEP Foundation Launches Horses Work

admin — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 16:31:05 +0000

Horses Work is set to make an impact across digital platforms, social media, radio, and a brand-new website. The campaign will spotlight real faces behind the industry, from family farms and farriers to harness racing drivers and feed producers.

The Up & Up

admin — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 15:05:05 +0000

Symptoms of healthy, happy horses

Information on horse health is so important — one article can be the difference in recognizing a life-threatening issue. That said, the information can be overwhelming and full of warnings that get an understandable concerned reader fearing the worst. For the worried reader, here are a few signs your horse is happy, healthy and thriving, according to the folks at Blue Cross, a charity organization focused on animal quality of life and welfare.

Natural Disasters Tips

admin — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 17:22:47 +0000

If the weather were perfect year-round with just the right amount of rain, sunshine, heat and cold, more people would likely own livestock. Unfortunately, in our world, the only certain thing about the weather is how unpredictable it can be. Floods, severe storms, wildfires and arctic blasts seem to be occurring more frequently, and if you are not prepared, the consequences could be dire.

2023 Breeders' Cup Mile Hero Master of The Seas Retired

admin — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 17:32:38 +0000

2023 Breeders' Cup Mile (G1T) hero Master of The Seas has been retired. The gelding's owner/breeder, Godolphin, revealed the news on the social media platform X March 6.

The Young-Outlaw Ranch

admin — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 19:52:06 +0000

First-generation rancher Josh Young is bringing innovation to his direct-to-consumer operation in North Carolina.

It’s not easy managing a ranch full of animals by yourself, especially when you’re a firefighter full time. It’s even more challenging when you’re building your knowledge base as you build your operation. But Josh Young has figured out a system that allows his livestock to thrive. His place in Dudley, North Carolina, is called Young-Outlaw Ranch, and he raises beef cattle on pasture, finished with local grain, and processed nearby.

Grade 1 Winner, Producer Panty Raid Dies at Age 21

admin — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 22:35:17 +0000

Panty Raid, a grade 1-winning racehorse and dam of graded stakes winners Proxy and Micheline, has been euthanized at age 21, per a social media post by her owner, Godolphin.

Decoding Town Life

admin — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:00:06 +0000

Join me in using social media to understand city people

Social media is handy for connecting with friends and like-minded ranch people, but I’ve discovered another purpose for it as well: to spy on townspeople. Most of the jokes and references about life in suburbia and city streets go over my head, though. Despite what my husband says, this is not just because I’m short.

Western Horseman Announces New Editor

admin — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:17:20 +0000

Award-Winning Magazine Maintains Its Standard of Excellence in Welcoming the Newest Member to the Team

FORT WORTH, TEXAS (February 21, 2025) — Western Horseman, the world’s leading horse magazine, announces the appointment of Kristen Schurr as the new editor. Schurr will succeed Amanda Devan, who has played a vital role in the Western Horseman team by guiding the magazine’s direction and enhancing its content with her passion for the equine industry and expertise in agricultural communications.

Super Stock's First Reported Foal Born in Arkansas

admin — Sat, 08 Feb 2025 22:22:14 +0000

Grade 1 winner Super Stock was represented by his first reported foal, announced by Leadem Farm on social media Feb. 7. Super Stock stands at the Leola, Ark., farm for a fee of $2,500 in 2025.

36 Rule Change Proposals to be Considered by APHA

admin — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 22:06:23 +0000

The following 36 rule change proposals will be considered by their respective advisory committees at the 2025 American Paint Horse Association (APHA) Leadership Gathering, taking place February 27–March 2, 2025.

January Survival Tips

admin — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 19:59:04 +0000

Forget about resolutions — let’s just make it through the winter.

For me, January is less about making resolutions and more about just making it through the month. We’re approaching the midpoint of winter, days are short and cold, and the holidays are over. The ground is frozen, and water troughs require daily beatings with a shovel. There’s frost on the hay bales each morning, and a cold moon shines down on the water tanks, re-freezing each night. Our entire lives are basically put on ice until spring.