If you like variety in your horse activities, Friday at the World Championship Appaloosa Show will probably be right up your proverbial alley. The revised schedule is posted on the World Show page, but here’s a sample: showmanship, pleasure driving, stump race, hunt seat equitation, rope race and Western pleasure. Tonight’s performance features the Toys for Tots campaign, a parade of the day’s halter champions and a presentation of contenders for the Nutrena Iron Horse Award.
Thanks again to our exhibitors for their patience as the show schedule was adjusted to fit four days of classes into three. Part of the process was to compare entry lists for each class in an effort to minimize class conflicts.
One more reminder for every ApHC member with an interest in what goes on in the show ring. Any time is a good time to say thanks, but especially when you’re doing business with our trade show vendors, sponsors, partners and friends, let them know that we appreciate their support and that we truly value them as a visible part of the Appaloosa community.
Will Rogers Memorial Center media release:
Test results on the horse with symptoms that prompted the voluntary quarantine of entries in the Appaloosa Horse Club World Championships at the Fort Worth Will Rogers Memorial Center have come back negative.
Because tests show no health risk to other horses or participants, the World Championships will continue through its scheduled conclusion on Saturday. Show officials are working on a revised schedule to accommodate the activities that were postponed.
“Obviously, we are delighted with the results,” said Steve Taylor, Chief Executive Officer with the Appaloosa Horse Club. “We are especially proud of the cooperation between the show officials, the Will Rogers Memorial Center representatives and the others involved in the decision to implement the precautionary measures.”
Taylor also said he was grateful for the patience and cooperation of the exhibitors who supported the precautionary measures.
Voluntary quarantine protocols were initiated Tuesday night after the horse displayed what appeared to be neurological symptoms. WRMC staff immediately began the precautionary quarantine protocols, including isolation of the horse in question and two other horses that arrived at the show in the same trailer, as well as regular sanitization of the barn and implements.
Kevin Kemp, assistant facilities and public events director, said the WRMC staff is prepared for these types of situations and is ready to respond.
“The good news for everyone involved is the tests came back negative,” Kemp said. “In cases like this, we have a number of protocols in place that help us ensure the health and safety of the show participants. These are part of our efforts to be prepared and provide the best and most complete service possible to the show participants who come to our facility. Our staff acted immediately, and because of that we were able to reduce the risk.”
We received word from the diagnostic lab at UC-Davis that the “suspect” horse at the World Show in Fort Worth is not infected with Equine Herpesvirus 1. The negative test result means that the World Sale goes tonight at 9:00 and a consolidated class schedule will start tomorrow (Thursday) morning.
Thanks to our exhibitors for their patience and cooperation. A huge thanks to the official show veterinarians, the Will Rogers staff, Fort Worth police and everyone who helped make the coordinated risk management effort a good example for others.
On with the show!
Voluntary quarantine protocols were initiated after a horse at the Appaloosa Horse Club World Championship at the Fort Worth Will Rogers Memorial Center (WRMC) displayed what appeared to be neurological symptoms.
These steps are only voluntary and precautionary, pending test results and a diagnosis.
There is no evidence of any spread of the symptoms found in the original horse, but as part of the precautionary measures, the barns and implements have been sanitized and the process will continue every two hours throughout the day until the voluntary quarantine is lifted.
The voluntary quarantine is for animals only, and officials have asked that no animals leave or enter the facility.
The ApHC classes have been canceled for today only. A decision on the remaining events will be made pending results of the tests. All other events will occur as scheduled, including the Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon.
Kevin Kemp, assistant facilities and public events director, said the WRMC staff is prepared for these types of situations and is ready to respond.
“The Will Rogers staff and show organizers are committed to doing everything we can to maintain a healthy and safe environment,” said Kemp. “We are working very closely with show management and are in communication with and are following all recommendations of the show veterinarian and the Texas Animal Health Commission.”
Steve Taylor, Chief Executive Officer with the Appaloosa Horse Club said he is grateful for the cooperation between his staff and WRMC.
“We appreciate everyone working together on this and for the hard work everyone has put into mitigating any effects from this situation,” he said. “Everything that can be done is being done.”
Local stables
Event participants who have not brought their horses into the Will Rogers complex are advised to stable their animals at one of the following locations:
Benbrook Stables
10001 Highway 377 S
Benbrook, TX 76126
817-249-1001
www.benbrookstables.com
Cartwright Ranch & Stables
413 Cartwright Dr.
Fort Worth, TX 76126
817-249-2490
www.cartwrightranch.com
Centerline Stables
10160 FM 156
Fort Worth, TX 76131
817-847-6817
www.texaspfflyers.com
Curragh Equestrian Center
5595 Ben Day Murrin Rd.
Benbrook, TX 76126
817-443-3777
www.curragh.com
Eagle Mountain Lake Equestrian Center
8997 Boat Club Rd.
Fort Worth, TX 76179
817-236-3403
www.emlec.com
Fieldstone Park
7528 Dick Price Rd.
Fort Worth, TX 76140
www.fieldstonepark.com
M Terry Stables
6517 Craig St.
Fort Worth, TX 76112
817-446-7465
Marine Creek Stables
4407 Angle Ave.
Fort Worth, TX 76106
817-624-5664
New Ground Farms
5490 Rocky Creek Park Rd.
Crowley, TX 76036
817-294-2366
www.newgroundfarms.com
Remuda Stables
100 Calle de Establo
Fort Worth, TX 76108
817-448-8550
Silver Creek Ranch
9400 Silver Creek Rd.
Fort Worth, TX 76108
817-367-0436
Silver Sage Stable
5604 County Road 608
Burleson, TX 76028
817-426-4736
www.silversagestables.com
The Stockyards Arena & Stables
128 E. Exchange Ave.
Fort Worth, TX 76106
817-624-3446
Stony Meadows
10484 W Cleburne Rd.
Crowley, TX 76036
817-297-1396
Wagon Wheel Ranch
816 Ruth Wall Rd.
Grapevine, TX 76051
817-481-8284
www.awagonwheelranch.com
The Appaloosa Horse Club has taken the precaution of temporarily suspending competition scheduled for Wednesday October 26th at the World Championship Appaloosa Show in Fort Worth pending official test results for a horse exhibiting neurological symptoms. With the advice of on-site veterinarians, the Will Rogers Equestrian Center has implemented a voluntary quarantine for animals.
Additional biosecurity measures have been implemented and exhibitors are cooperating in an effort to mitigate any potential risks of infection. Laboratory results are expected by later in the day on Wednesday.
ApHC and the Will Rogers staff are in communication with and following all recommendations of the Texas Animal Health Commission. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.
Activity in the Watt arena today featured ApHC cutting classes and special events conducted by the Appaloosa Cutting Horse Association, such as the first round of the futurity. In the Justin, we had some really tough competition in non-pro showmanship and horsemanship as well as the open stake race, 35+ non-pro western pleasure, non-pro saddle seat and senior western pleasure. Perfect weather in Texas today and quite a number of new arrivals on the spectator side of the equation. Attention is apparently being subdivided for at least a few folks because of some kind of sporting events having to do with Rangers and Cowboys.
It’s one of the variety days at the 2011 Appaloosa World Show in Fort Worth. Non-pro’s are on the scene to compete today in horsemanship, stake race, Western pleasure, saddle seat, western riding and reining. Finished the roping last night with some entertaining and skillful cowboys and cowgirls getting the job done.
Be sure to check in at www.liveauctions.tv and get yourself set up as a viewer/bidder for the Appaloosa World Sale Wednesday evening. You’ll be able to watch the event in real time and submit bids for the prospect or performer of your choice.
In the meantime, of course, you can watch the World Show via webcast from the appaloosa.com site.
Dateline Fort Worth, Texas — Most of the exhibitors, vendors, staff, crew and the equine athletes have arrived for the 2011 World Show at the Will Rogers Memorial Center. At first glance, visitors will notice several things that are new: new stalls in several barns, a new additional warmup pen (photo), new round pens on the South side, a new cafe, fresh paint, etc. The most obvious attention-getter is the construction zone. By this time next year, we’ll have access to a new building with 700+ stalls on the lower level and two 100′X200′ covered warmup pens on the upper level. Other projects are planned and the facility folks are pretty enthused about catering to the horse crowd.
The class schedule starts tomorrow morning with trail in the Watt and roping in the Justin. Web viewing will be available, so tune in for your favorites.
The updated Pattern Book for the 2011 World Show is posted on the website. Move-in day is Wednesday the 19th. Show begins Friday Oct. 21st.
Be sure to check out sale consignments by clicking the World Sale incon on the home page. And be sure to go online and register with LiveAuctions.TV to view and bid during the sale.
During the week we’ll be having special remembrances for George Hatley, Karen Grimm, Ben Johnson and Bill Cass. And, don’t forget to bring an unwrapped toy (or cash donation) to Friday night’s performance (28th) for Toys For Tots. That’s Freestyle Reining night — always a fun evening.
And, hey, when you see a trade show exhibitor, ApHC partner, show sponsor, class/buckle sponsor, please be sure to let them know how much we appreciate their support.
Just a reminder to check the Appaloosa Journal site for daily news updates and the Network.
Unofficial tally shows that we had 864 horses competing in Fort Worth. There were at least 2,386 class entries. These are very good numbers — all things considered.
High-selling horse in the World Sale was from the yearling incentive portion of the sale. Miss Ice Te sold for $25,000. We’ll have a sale summary this week, but the average prices held up and most comments from the consignors and buyers reflected positive thoughts about the sale crew and overall outcome.
Mostly, we want to say “thank you” to all our exhibitors who spent the time, money and effort to be involved in the 2010 World Championship Appaloosa Show!
Sometimes we focus too much energy on what might not be perfect about our day or our horse show. Let’s not forget that moments like the one shown here are precisely why we’re here. Sherri Mell and husband Mike Torres were the victors in Non Pro Judged Heading competition and watching them celebrate was tons of fun. Sherri, who happens to be a member of the ApHC Hall of Fame and Cowgirl Hall of Fame, also won the Non Pro Breakaway Roping class earlier in the day.
Thanks Sherri…and congratulations!
For other pics from the World Show in Fort Worth, click on the photo album link at left.
The Appaloosa Horse Club is pretty excited to welcome Dale Chavez, pictured here with some of his saddles, as a “gold sponsor” at the World Show. Known for craftmanship in a complete line of saddles, tack and buckles, Chavez is in Fort Worth to give the Appaloosa community a look at what his artistry and skill can produce. He has a showroom in the Moncrief Building at the Will Rogers Memorial Center.
Dale and Mark Shaffer are working together to donate a beautiful saddle in one of the western pleasure classes and Dale is providing a substantial number of gift certificates that will be earned by exhibitors throughout the show and in the daily prize drawings for anyone in attendance.
For more info about this California-based company, visit dalechavezsaddles.com.
Thanks Dale and welcome to the ApHC neighborhood!
Be sure to check out the consignments to this year’s World Appaloosa Sale, to be held in Fort Worth next Wednesday the 27th at 6 p.m. Click on the World Sale icon at the bottom of the appaloosa.com home page to view the catalog and all the details. And, if you can’t make it in person, be sure to register for online bidding at www.LiveAuctionsTV.com.
The 2010 World Championship Appaloosa Show (as in the freshly painted sign on the rail at John Justin Arena) is about to begin here in Fort Worth. Events run from Friday the 22nd through Saturday the 30th. A nice mix of classes on the first day…horsemanship, stump race, pleasure, cow horse, reining, cutting, saddle seat, etc. Most exhibitors have moved in and are putting the finishing touches on stall decorations, getting horses prepped and maybe catching a nap before the schedule gets serious.
If you can’t make it in person, be sure to check out the webcam option for viewing the show. Click on the World Show icon at the bottom of the home page of appaloosa.com, then click the “webcam” link.
By the way, in case you didn’t know it, the ApHC has the very best show management team and support staff in the industry. I’m always amazed by the thousands of details and countless unseen chores that get handled without anyone else having to worry. Thanks to all of these folks — and to our intrepid exhibitors — it will be a great show.
World Show invitations and premium books were mailed from the ApHC office yesterday. Watch for them to arrive in your mailbox. The pre-entry and stall reservation deadline is September 27! If you want to check on your horse’s qualification status or on your non-pro qualification status, please go to www.appaloosa.com. Click on the World Show logo and then on the button titled “Click here to see if you have qualified for the World Show”. Enter your membership number to check your non-pro qualifications. Or enter the customer number of the first listed owner of the horse to see the qualification status of horses you own. If you have questions, you can always call the ApHC performance department at 208.882.5578 ext. 400.
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