In partnership with the Walking Horse Owner's Assocation, Walking Horse Trainers' Association and The Celebration, we have established a website to provide up-to-date, verifiable information regarding efforts to correct those wrongs as well as to enhance the understanding and appreciation of this one-of-a-kind animal.
Visit: www.walkinghorsefacts.com
For TWHBEA media inquiries, please call (931) 359-1574.
2/08/10: WHOA-TWHBEA Announce Day Riding Clinics In MS and GA
The Walking Horse Owners' Association and Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders' & Exhibitors Association have joined forces to promote 1 day riding clinics across the country in 2010.
2/01/10: Executive Committee Holds January Meeting
Lewisburg, TN – The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) Executive Committee held it’s first meeting of the new-year on January 25th at association headquarters in Lewisburg, Tennessee.
2/05/10: TWHBEA-WHOA Academy Show Postponed Due to Weather Conditions
1/22/10: TWHBEA Promoting the TWH in Alabama
Lewisburg, TN-TWHBEA will proudly promote the Tennessee Walking Horse at the Alabama Horse Fair.
1/19/10: FAST Announces Scholarship Program
The Foundation for the Advancement and Support of the Tennessee Walking Show Horse (FAST) has announced its newly established scholarship program.
1/19/10: WIN Welcomes Tourists
Lewisburg, TN – The portrait of the current World Grand Champion Tennessee Walking Horse has been placed at the Tennessee Welcome Center on I-40 at Hartford, Tennessee.
1/15/10 : 2009 Youth Versatility High Points
1/15/10 : 2009 Adult Versatility High Points
01/14/10: Walking The Road To The Horse
Lewisburg, TN – The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association is pleased to announce that they will be a Bronze Star Sponsor of the 2010 World Championship of Colt Starting, Road To The Horse.
01/12/10: 2010 Academy Show & Class Schedule
01/12/10: NPS Now Planning "World's Most Important Park¨(the One Near You!)
Today the National Park Service announced its commitment to help local partners on over 260 great projects throughout America.
01/12/10: L & M Awards To Sponsor Youth Challenge
Lewisburg, TN – The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association is pleased to announce that L & M Awards of Shelbyville, Tennessee, has come on board as the ribbon sponsor for the 2010 Youth Challenge classes.
01/12/10: Victims Grandparents Make Plea, “Please Help Us Find Our Grandson’s Horse”
Statesville, NC – Dorothy Dalton’s grandson was so excited when his grandparents bought Blue for him.
01/05/10: ATTENTION ALL TWHBEA MEMBERS - Committee Appointment Letter
01/05/10: Tuff to the Extreme!
12/29/09: TWH Clinic in Israel
12/23/09: Tracy Pinson and Tuff on RFDTV!
Lewisburg, TN - TWHBEA member Tracy Pinson and TWHBEA Supreme Versatility Champion Skyjacker’s Mountain High (a.k.a. Tuff), the 2009 Extreme Cowboy Association Non Pro World Champion’s will be on Craig Cameron's Ride Smart show on RFDTV this Sunday the 27th at 12:30pm central time! Please tune in!
12/18/09: Heating up the TWH Market in Arizona
On December 11-13, 2009, the Arizona TWHBEA members, headed by Debra Sedlmayer, TWHBEA Director, participated in the Festival of Horses in Scottsdale, Arizona.
12/16/09: TWHBEA and the 2010 World Equestrian Games – An Update
Since learning that the 2010 World Equestrian Games would be held in Lexington, Kentucky, the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) has considered it a priority to present the Tennessee Walking Horse at this venue.
12/16/09: TWHBEA Holiday Schedule
Please be advised of our Holiday Schedule.
12/16/09: Lab Schedule for receiving blood samples
The lab will be closed Friday 12-24-09 and will return on Monday 1-4-09.
12/15/09: TWHBEA Holds Year End Meetings
Lewisburg, TN - The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) annual general membership meeting was held Friday, December 4, 2009, at association headquarters in Lewisburg, Tennessee.
12/15/09: 12/15/09: Congratulations Kailin!
Current Novice Youth 12-17 World Champions Kailin Kesselring and He's Our Duramax were recently featured on the front page of the Lake County section of the Orlando Sentinel.
12/15/09: FAST Becomes Premier Sponsor For 2010 TWHBEA-WHOA Academy Program
Lewisburg, TN - TWHBEA and WHOA are pleased to announce that the Foundation for the Advancement and Support of the Tennessee Walking Show Horse, Inc.
12/15/09: Congratulations to the 2009 GO! Gelding Winners
12/15/09: Natural Lady
A great versatile mare passed away November 29, 2009 at the age of 22 years. Natural Lady was an icon of the TWHBEA and the ROM Versatility Programs.
12/15/09: Two Fee Increases for Blood Typing Approved At TWHBEA
Lewisburg TN – The TWHBEA International Board Of Directors approved two fee increases recommended by the Breeders Committee at the annual meeting held December 5, 2009.
12/09/09: TWHBEA Versatility Program Superior/Supreme Award Revision Proposal To Take Affect January 1, 2010
12/09/09: Revisions to the Requirements for achieving Champion status in the TWHBEA Versatility Program To Take Affect January 1, 2010
12/07/09: Peoples Voice 2009 Ballot, VOTE NOW!
"Voice" your opinion... Pick your favorite horse, rider, stables & shows for the 2009 show season.
12/07/09: Introducing the 2009 - 2010 TWHBEA Executive Committee
12/02/09: P.H. "Buddy" Payne Passes
TWHBEA was saddened to learn of the passing of former TWHBEA President and Executive Director P.H. "Buddy" Payne yesterday at Williamson Medical Center in Franklin, Tennessee.
12/01/09: TWHBEA Assists in Care of Rescued Horses
After learning about the dire situation in Cannon County, TN of over 80 starving horses, The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ & Exhibitors’ Association’s Equine Welfare network was put into action.
11/30/09: Condolences to Commissioner Givens
It is with much sadness that we share the news that Connie Givens passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family yesterday (Sunday) morning.
11/20/09: Stolen Horse International’s NetPosse Crime Watch is here to help protect owners and their property.
Shelby, NC— Stolen Horse International, aka NetPosse.com, will launch its NetPosse Crime Watch pilot program to help form closer links with horse farm owners and the crimes committed on the farm.
11/16/09: TWHBEA Nominating Committee Announces Slate
As specified in Article IV, Section 3 of the TWHBEA Bylaws, the nominating committee made up of Debra Jack, Christy Lantis, Darden Gladney, Joe Rankin, and Tommy Hale met, reviewed the request sent in by the directors and submitted the required report to the Executive Committee on a conference call on Saturday November 14.
11/16/09: WHOA President Responds To SHOW'S Request
SHOW HIO issued a press release on November 5 regarding further negotiations with the Walking Horse Owners' Association.
11/16/09: Tuff To The Extreme
Congratulations to TWHBEA member Tracy Pinson and TWHBEA Supreme Versatility Champion Skyjacker’s Mountain High (a.k.a. Tuff) on winning the 2009 Extreme Cowboy Association Non Pro World Championship.
10/29/09: Go Gelding Program Deadline Reminder
The deadline for GO! Gelding Program point accumulation is November 1st.
10/28/09: Beautyless Beauty Pageant at Trainers’ Banquet
The Walking Horse Trainers’ Auxiliary is putting on a Beautyless Beauty Pageant on the Friday evening, December 4, 2009 during the Trainers’ and TWHBEA Banquet convention weekend. It will be held following the TWHBEA Banquet.
10/26/09: Walking Horse Trainers Association Sponsors Grand Prize Giveaway
The WHTA will again host the GPG on Friday Night December 4 at the Franklin Marriott, Franklin, Tn.
10/22/09: Full Agenda For TWHBEA Annual Convention
Once again, TWHBEA’s Annual Convention will boast a full, four-day agenda.
10/22/09: Clinic Cancellation
The Tommy Garland Clinic that was scheduled to be held at Clearview Farms on Nov. 6-8th has been relocated to Powhatan, VA.
10/19/09: Wies Appointed Pleasure Horse VP
Rick Wies, of Big Arm, Montana, was recently appointed by the Executive Committee as Pleasure Horse Vice President to serve on the Executive Committee for the remainder of the 2009 fiscal year.
10/19/09: TWHBEA 2009-2010 Election Results
2009 -2010 Annual Board of Directors Election and Proposed By-Law Changes
10/19/09: Back Country Horsemen of America Participates in Trail Work Days Across the Country
Back Country Horsemen of America is the leading organization in saving public lands trails for equestrian use, but they share their passion for protecting our wildernesses with a wide variety of other organizations from coast to coast.
10/19/09: Manna Pro Introduces Rapid Flex® LQ, A Complete Joint Supplement For Performance Horses.
New Liquid Formulation Works Fast to Ease Joint Pain, With No Devil’s Claw or Cayenne.
10/02/09: Benefit for Kim Ray
Benefit, auction, chili supper and dance for Circle E Guest Ranch Office Manager Kim Ray November 7, 2009.
10/02/09: Free iPeds
78 members have already sugned in on premium iPeds during TWHBEA free iPeds week.
09/21/09: Membership Definitely Has Its Advantages
The 2009 TWHBEA membership drive was a huge success.
09/21/09: Futurity Yearlings Dominate Top Sellers
The 2009 Futurity yearlings were very impressive at the auction block.
09/18/09: 2009 Celebration Membership Drive Saddle Winner
TWHBEA would like to congratulate the winner of the 2009 Celebration membership saddle giveaway
09/17/09: World Grand Champions To Exhibit At The International
The Walking Horse Owners' Association is pleased to have the following 2009 World Grand Champions on exhibition during the Saturday evening performance of the International Grand Championship.
09/16/09: Reminder!
Stallion Breeding Reports filed any time prior to October 15th are free!
09/16/09: Golf Scramble
The 2009 TWHBEA/TWHYA Celebration Golf Scramble on Sept. 2nd was postponed due to rain.
09/11/09: 2009 TWHYA Scholarship Winners
Congratulations to the 2009 TWHYA Scholarship Winners!
08/27/09: TWHBEA National Futurity Results
TWHBEA National Futurity Results
08/11/09: "Special Kids" Benefits From WHOA Events
The Walking Horse Owners' Association hosted 2 events in 2009 to benefit Special Kids of Murfreesboro, TN.
08/10/09: Royal Ivory
Owned by Kenny Gilley of Woodbury, Tennessee. Royal Ivory has 407 foals registered to date.
08/03/09: 2009 Declared Candidates for National Board of Directors
The following is a list of the 2009 Declared Candidates for National Board of Directors
07/29/09: TWHBEA World Versatility Show & Versatility Sweepstakes Results
TWHBEA World Versatility Show 2009 Results
07/29/09: TWHYA Golf Scramble
TWHYA annual Celebration Golf Scramble is here again!
07/29/09: Best of America by Horseback’s Mexico to Canada Trail Ride Report from Julie Dillon, Core Rider and Spokesperson for Omega Fields®
The riders of the Mexico to Canada Trail Ride have traveled 1200 miles since its beginning in New Mexico on April 21, 2009, and are now well over halfway to their destination of Estaven, Saskatchewan, Canada.
7/24/09: TWHBEA Design Contest
The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders' and Exhibitors' Association, the official breed registry, is looking for a new logo to depict the Tennessee Walking Horse.
07/22/09: Futurity Nomination REMINDER!!!!!!
Don’t miss out on an opportunity to win big prize money and the distinction of being a TWHBEA Futurity Champion.
07/20/09: Carol Pitzer
Longtime Tennessee Walking Horse enthusiast Carol Pitzer passed away July 16, 2009, she was 63.
07/09/09: All New! Versatility Sweepstakes At The 2009 World Versatility Show
Plans are moving right along for the new Versatility Sweepstakes classes at the 2009 World Versatility Show, which will be held July 25 & 26 at Miller Coliseum in Murfreesboro, Tennessee
07/08/09: Doubletree Hotel Named Host Hotel For TWHBEA World Versatility Show
TWHBEA is pleased to announce that the Doubletree Hotel in Murfreesboro, Tennessee has signed on as the official host hotel for the World Versatility Show, which is scheduled for July 25 & 26 at Miller Coliseum in Murfreesboro, Tennessee
06/11/09: 2009 World Versatility Show To Feature Four Versatility Sweepstakes Classes
In a meeting held June 8, 2009, the decision was made to include four sweepstakes classes in the 2009 World Versatility Show
07/14/09: Ophthalmology Is The Focus of AAEP's First Fall Meeting
The American Association of Equine Practitioners’ debut fall meeting, Focus on Ophthalmology, Oct. 1-3 in Raleigh, N.C., invites equine practitioners to explore new innovations in the treatment and diagnosis of conditions affecting the equine eye.
07/07/09: JUDGES ANNOUNCED FOR THE 31st ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL GRAND CHAMPIONSHIP PLEASURE AND COLT SHOW
Judges for the 2009 International Pleasure and Colt Show will be Frankie Jo Bradley of Glasgow, KY, Wendell Kirkpatrick of Charleston, MO and Chris Messick of Cape Coral, FL
07/06/09: Executive Committee Holds June Meeting
The TWHBEA Executive Committee held its most recent meeting June 27, 2009 at association headquarters in Lewisburg, Tennessee
07/02/09: Jane Moore Joins Voice Advertising Team
Voice Magazine, your award winning publication and official breed journal, is pleased to welcome Jane Moore to its advertising sales team
07/01/09: THANK YOU LETTER TO WHOA-TWHBEA ACADEMY PROGRAM AND WORLD CHAMPION HORSE EQUIPMENT
The following letter was sent to WHOA-TWHBEA By 9 year old Olivia Hayes who was the winner of the Barnsby Stryder Show Saddle Donated by World Champion Horse Equipment at the 2009 WHOA-TWHBEA Academy Championships
06/23/09: Back Country Horsemen of America Announces New Officers
Back Country Horsemen of America, the nation’s leading organization in advocating our right to ride on public lands, is proud to announce its new officers. Terry Morrison is now BCHA Chairman, Allison Schottenhaml is Vice Chairman, and Yvette Rollins is Treasurer.
06/22/09: ATTENTION Potential World Versatility Show Sponsors
If you are considering becoming a sponsor of the 2009 TWHBEA World Versatility Show we’d like to encourage you to go ahead and do so now so that your name can be listed on the official World Versatility Show t-shirt
06/22/09: Hollywood Look-A-Likes Wanted!
TWHBEA is looking for a select group of Hollywood Look-A-Likes to portray famous Tennessee Walking Horses at the Kentucky Horse Park
06/22/09: RE-Introducing the TWHBEA Commemorative Garden
The TWHBEA Commemorative Garden is a totally self-supporting endeavor which is funded by the purchase of commemorative pavers and other garden ornaments. Through your purchase, you not only make a permanent addition to the garden, you also honor those close to your heart
06/18/09: Whittenberg Wins Free Page In Voice
Your official breed journal, The Voice Of The Tennessee Walking Horse is pleased to congratulate Merv Whittenburg of Murfreesboro, Tennessee
06/16/09: New Membership Requirements For World Versatility Show And National Futurity
The 2009 editions of the World Versatility Show and National Futurity both promise to be stellar venues for top level Tennessee Walking Horse competition, despite the difficult economic times facing the horse industry at large.
06/16/09: 13th Annual TWHBEA-Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration 2009 Clinics
The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ & Exhibitors Association is looking forward to the 13th year of partnering with the National Walking Horse Celebration in producing four days of clinics and educational seminars.
06/12/09: CEM Outbreak Update - AHC Letter to Secretary Vilsack - Mexico Restrictions
In December 2008, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture announced that a quarter horse stallion tested positive for Contagious Equine Metritis (CEM) during routine testing for international semen shipment.
06/08/09: Jomm Ranch to host European Championships Sept. 17-20th
TWHBEA is pleased to announce the location of the 2009 European Championship on September 17-20th
06/05/09: Inman Resigns As TWHBEA Director
Mr. Mike Inman, TWHBEA Admin/Fiscal/Audit Committee VP, has resigned due to a change of residency
06/03/09: TWHBEA Member, Tracy Pinson, Regional Divisional Leader in Extreme Cowboy Challenge
TWHBEA Member, Tracy Pinson, is a Regional Divisional Leader in Extreme Cowboy Challenge
06/03/09: In Loving Memory of Marie Higgins Jeffcoat
Remembering Marie Jeffcoat: Walking Horse Matriarch
05/28/09: State Honors 2008 Walking Horse World Grand Champion Santanas El Nino
State Agriculture Commissioner Ken Givens, recently honored 2008 Tennessee Walking Horse World Grand Champion owners Michael and Ann Jones and trainers Link and Rhea Ellen Webb
06/03/09: F3 Tornado Hits Danny Howard Stables
On May 8th an F3 tornado hit Danny Howard Stables in Richmond, KY
05/28/09: Stepping Soundly Into The Future At The TWHBEA Semi Annual Meeting
Held May 21-23, the 2009 Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association Semi Annual Meetings proved both informative and productive
05/26/09: TWHBEA Versatility Program Superior/Supreme Award Revision Proposal
If accepted, the proposed changes would go into affect as of January 1, 2010.
05/21/09: Mexico to Canada Trail Riders Help Reach the 100,000 Mile Mark
The Mexico to Canada Trail Riders riding with the Best of America by Horseback television show, seen weekly on the nationally broadcast RFD-TV network, will reach the 100,000 mile mark for the cumulative trail miles ridden by horseback riders riding with Best of America by Horseback since the show began in 2005.
05/21/09: Educational Opportunities for Enjoyment of our Public Lands Provided by Back Country Horsemen of America
As the nation’s leading organization in advocating our right to ride on public lands, Back Country Horsemen of America believes that education is vital to empowering individuals to enjoy our wildernesses while staying safe and having a minimum impact on the land.
05/20/09: ELCR August 1st Deadline
Dear Equestrian Partners: August 1 is the deadline for the next round of assistance from the National Park Service’s Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance (RTCA) Program.
05/18/09: Streaming Video Returns to Fun Show
The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration is proud to announce a continuation of the live streaming video for their showcase events.
05/18/09: The Kentucky Equestrian Center is proud to announce the first Tom Poulin clinic.
This clinic is open to all levels of riders and horses, and welcomes all breeds of trot and gaited horses to participate.
05/18/09: Find Your Gait Riding Center Holds Academy Show
Find Your Gait Riding Academy and Training Center hosted it's Spring Fun Show for riding students May 2nd 2009.
05/15/09: Bus On Schedule For Trip to Florida Youth Camp
The Montverde Academy Eagles coach will be picking up campers for the 3rd Annual WHOA-TWHBEA Youth Camp on Sunday June 14 in Shelbyville, TN and departing Montverde Academy on Saturday June 20 back to Shelbyville.
05/15/09: National Futurity Weanling Nomination Fee Of $50 Extended To August 1
TWHBEA is pleased to announce that it will be extending the deadline to take advantage of the $50 National Futurity weanling nomination fee from May 31 to August 1.
05/14/09: Please Help Me On This!
I am contacting anyone affiliated with TN Walking Horses. I have a TN Walker that was purchased at an auction. My gut feeling is that she may have been stolen, so I am trying to retrace and trying to find anyone who may have had a TWH Mare stolen.
05/14/09: Cheyenne's Story: Heart and Determination lead to a Second Chance for a Special Mare
There are numerous stories of Tennessee Walking Horses exhibiting the heart and determination to overcome adversity - from Ace’s Sensation’s return from bowed tendons, to Threat’s Supreme conquering a life-threatening hoof injury, to the overwhelming success of the orphaned The Black Night Shade.
05/13/09: SHOW Rule Book Now Available To WHOA Members Online
The Walking Horse Owners' Association has announced the Official SHOW Rule Book and addendum are now available online to all current WHOA Members.
05/13/09: Congratulations to Midnight's Stud Duck
Congratulations to Midnight's Stud Duck, owned by Penny Austin and shown by Gina Mott, for coming in first in the Beginner Novice Level 12 to 17 Youth division at the 2009 Three Phase Event.
05/13/09: SHOW Meets With USDA
Officials from the SHOW HIO met in Washington, D. C. yesterday with the United States Department of Agriculture.
05/13/09: Fostek Names Communications Committee
Six individuals have been named to serve on the SHOW Communications Task Force (CTFC) by Chairperson Janice Fostek.
05/13/09: Jackpot Incentive At WHOA Versatility Show- May 17
This week’s WHOA Versatility Show hosted by Waterfall Farm will feature a $500 jackpot incentive.
05/11/09: ELCR Seeking A Horseman/equestrian Professional Civil Engineer
ELCR is seeking a horseman who is also a professional civil engineer knowledgeable in agricultural issues.
05/11/09: Attention Members:
Due to the current financial constraints the registry staff has been asked to reduce their hours.
05/11/09: Recreational Trails Program in Jeopardy
The Federal Highway Administration's Recreational Trails Program (RTP) is in danger of not being re-authorized.
05/11/09: McGartland Named SHOW Task Force Head
Prominent Texas attorney and owner of the 2007 World Grand Champion Master of Jazz, Mike McGartland, has been selected to head the SHOW HIO Task Force dealing with the 2010 Operating Plan.
05/07/09: Eichler To Head SHOW Task Force
Dr. Doyle Meadows, CEO of the SHOW HIO, has announced the appointment of Frank Eichler to serve as head of the Sound Horse Task Force.
05/06/09: Tracy Pinson and Skyjacker’s Mountain High Win Extreme Cowboy Race
Tracy Pinson took her wonderful stallion, Skyjacker’s Mountain High to North Carolina to compete in a Craig Cameron Extreme Cowboy Race, May 2 & 3.
05/04/09: TWHBEA Establishes Master Breeders Award
The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors Association is pleased to announce that it has established a Master Breeders Award to recognize those breeders whose body of work over an extended period of time has had a significant impact on the breed registry.
05/01/09: TWHBEA Offers Certified Instructor Testing at Montverde Academy
TWHBEA is hosting a Certified Riding Instructor Testing Program on May 16, 2009 at Monteverde Academy in Montverde, Florida.
05/01/09: TWHBEA Dissolves HIO
During a conference call on April 28, 2009 the Executive Committee voted to dissolve the TWHBEA HIO in order to better focus on the goals and function of the Registry and the many programs offered to TWHBEA membership
04/30/09: Classes 15 and 28 to be Optional Tack At WHOA Versatility Show
The first middle Tennessee WHOA Versatility Show will be held Saturday May 2 at Waterfall Farm in Shelbyville.
04/27/09: Nominations are in Progress for NARHA’s Prestigious 2009 Regional and National Awards
All participants at NARHA centers are unique and deserve recognition, but as we all know, some just shine.
04/27/09: Mary Beth Pruett Honored for Services
Each year, the Centerville Lions Club dedicates The Grinder’s Switch Walking Horse Classic to a person, they feel, has made a noteworthy contribution to the walking horse industry or their community.
04/27/09: Board of Directors Semi-Annual Meeting Schedule
Board of Directors Semi-Annual Meeting Schedule, May 21-23, 2009 in Lewisburg, TN
04/24/09: Executive Committee Holds April Meeting
The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association Executive Committee met April 20, 2009.
04/22/09: TWHBEA Announces Certified Riding Instructor Program and Certification Clinic for May Fun Show
TWHBEA would like to announce an Instructor Certification Clinic and Refresher Course to be offered prior to the TWHNC Fun Show to be held at Champions Arena.
04/20/09: Tennessee Walking Horse Industry Suffers Tragic Loss
Charles E. (Chuck) Cheek, 58, 2008 TWHBEA Member of the Year, long time owner and exhibitor, and staunch Tennessee Walking Horse Industry supporter passed away on Friday, April 17 after a heart attack.
04/14/09: Judges Named For 2009 Fun Show
The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration® announced its judging panel for the 39th Annual Spring Fun Show on Tuesday.
04/13/09: HIO Teleconference April 14, 2009 Tentative Agenda
HIO Teleconference April 14, 2009 Tentative Agenda
04/13/09: Animal Care Stakeholder Update
The following is a stakeholder update on the use of thermographic technology by Animal Care, a program within the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS).
04/06/09: The Link Webb Fund
A fund has been set up at Peoples Bank to help the Link Webb family.
04/01/09: Equine Affaire Hosts Tennessee Walking Horses
Thanks to a cooperative endeavor by the Mid Ohio Walking Horse Association (MOWHA) and the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders' and Exhibitors' Association (TWHBEA) the Tennessee Walking Horse will once again be well represented at Equine Affaire in Columbus, Ohio.
03/31/09: 3rd Annual WHOA-TWHBEA Youth Camp At Montverde Academy
The 2009 WHOA-TWHBEA Youth Camp will be held June 10-19. Due to the overwhelming response in 2008 the camp will be split this year into two groups allowing more participants to attend.
03/30/09: Executive Committee Holds Meetings
The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association Executive Committee met February 28, 2009 and March 22, 2009.
03/26/09: Eastern tent caterpillar egg hatch underway, numbers trending up
Experts report that eastern tent caterpillars have begun hatching in central Kentucky and that their population numbers are trending up.
03/26/09: Gulf Coast Horse Show Supports SHOW
The Gulf Coast Charity Celebration is pleased to announce that the Gulf Coast Charity Horse Show and Music Festival is on as scheduled and has requested to be affiliated with “SHOW” HIO.
03/26/09: 71st CELEBRATION NAMED TOP – 20 SOUTHEAST EVENT
The 71st Annual Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration® has been named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society(STS).
03/26/09: HIO Teleconference Summary
HIO Teleconference Summary February 10, 2009
03/19/09: Tennessee Walking Horse Featured at Middle School Career Day
On March 13, the Tennessee Walking Horse took center stage at West Middle School’s Career Day
03/17/09: Standing Ovation for Tennessee Walking Horse at Road to the Horse
The Tennessee Walking Horse drew a standing ovation on the final day of Road to the Horse in Franklin, Tennessee
03/11/09: TWHBEA World Versatility Show to be Bigger and Better in 2009
The 2009 edition of the TWHBEA World Versatility Show promises to be bigger and better. The expanded class schedule includes several rail classes as well as a full assortment of versatile events.
03/10/09: Fourth Annual Academy Show in Morganton, NC!
The weather was cold but beautiful for the 4th Annual WHOA/TWHBEA Academy Show in Morganton, NC.
03/10/09: Road To The Tennessee Walking Horse
TWHBEA is excited to announce that renowned clinician Tommy Garland has agreed to ride WGC Red Sunday’s Best at Road to the Horse this weekend at Williamson Ag Center in Franklin, Tennessee.
03/10/09: Funding for Trails in Stimulus Bill An Opportunity for Horsemen Who Ride on Public Land
President Obama’s approval of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 appropriated over $1.7 billion for federal land managing agencies including the National Park Service, U.S. Forest Service, and the Bureau of Land Management.
02/25/09: Attention TWHBEA Members:
This is a reminder that the representation for your state/region on the National Board is determined by the number of paid members is your state/region as of May 1st.
02/25/09: Dear TWHBEA National Board Member:
As you all are aware this is a very important time in our industry.
02/25/09: Saddle Awarded As Part Of TWHBEA Membership Drive
Mike Stephens of Nesbit, Mississippi was the lucky recipient of a brand new Tennessean Trail Saddle awarded at the Mid South Horse Fair in Tunica, Mississippi.
02/16/09: Equestrian Land Conservation Resource Announces New Publication for Advocates of Equine-Friendly Land Use Planning & Zoning
The Equestrian Land Conservation Resource (ELCR) is very pleased to announce the release of its latest publication, Horses Make Good Neighbors. This full-color booklet is designed to help horse lovers educate people who are not familiar with horses about the important ways in which horses contribute to their local communities.
02/13/09: TWHBEA Gaited Experience Horse Show Class List
Class list for TWHBEA Gaited Experience in Tunica, Mississippi February 21, 2009
02/11/09: American Trails Action Alert
There is no way you can help ensure more funding for trails, greenways, and parks, but you need to take action today!
02/11/09: Founder of Stolen Horse International to Speak at Mid South Horse Fest
Shelby, NC - Debi Metcalfe, founder of Stolen Horse International, will be speaking about horse fraud, identification, theft, and what to do if you are a victim at the Mid South Horse Fest in Tunica, Mississippi, February 20-22, 2009 at Battle Arena in Tunica.
02/05/09: 2009 TWHYA Board of Directors
Just announced a listing of the 2009 TWHYA Board of Directors
02/04/09: WHOA-TWHBEA Academy Show In Middle Tennessee
The 2009 WHOA-TWHBEA Academy show season continued in middle Tennessee at Clearview Farm on Saturday, January 31st.
02/04/09: Equestrian Land Conservation Resource Welcomes New Partner Organizations Pacific Quarter Horse Association, HBC – H. Burkert & Co., Inc., Central Carolina Driving Club and North Ada County Foothills Association
The Equestrian Land Conservation Resource (ELCR) is very pleased to welcome the Pacific Coast Quarter Horse Association (CA) as a Premier-level Equestrian Partner. Chartered in 1945, the Pacific Coast Quarter Horse Association is the oldest state affiliate of the American Quarter Horse Association.
02/04/09: Back Country Horsemen of America Chairman Travels East
BCHA has become the national trails organization that unites equestrians from east to west.
02/02/09: The Tennessee Walking Horse Museum had another exceptional year in 2008 with 11,467 guests enjoying the Lynchburg, Tennessee location.
A joint venture of the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Associationsm and the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration®, the museum is open year round and chronicles the history of the breed as well as showcasing the industry’s premier event, The Celebration®.
01/29/09: 2008 Versatility Youth High Point Winners
TWHBEA Versatility Youth High Point Winners
01/29/09: 2008 Versatility Adult High Point Winners
TWHBEA Versatility Adult High Point Winners
01/23/09: Vaughn Appointed To TWHBEA Executive Committee
Bruce Vaughn of Valley City, Ohio, has been appointed to the position of Horse Shows Vice President at TWHBEASM to fill the position created by the resignation of former Horse Shows Vice President Bill Stricklend.
01/23/09: Check Out the New Online Version of the Voice
Lewisburg, TN – Voice of the Tennessee Walking Horse Magazine, your official breed journal, is proud to announce that a new online version of the magazine has been launched.
01/22/09: National Parks Service Awards Grant to Equestrian Land Conservation Resource To Develop a National Equestrian Trails Organization
The National Parks Service Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program (NPS RTCA) has awarded the Equestrian Land Conservation Resource (ELCR) a technical assistance grant to develop a national equestrian trails organization.
01/21/09: TWHBEA Hires Sherry White
TWHBEA is pleased to announce that Sherry White has been hired on a part time basis to work with both the youth and trails programs.
01/21/09: Stricklend Resigns From Executive Committee
Bill Stricklend of Joppa, Alabama, has resigned as TWHBEA Horse Shows Vice President. Citing personal reasons, Stricklend tenured his resignation to TWHBEA President David Pruett on January 16, 2009.
01/21/09: Promoting the TWH in Alabama
TWHBEA will once again proudly promote the Tennessee Walking Horse at the Alabama Horse Fair.
01/14/09: TWHs to Strut in Pamona
The Tennessee Walking Horse will once again be well represented at Equine Affaire in Pamona, California.
01/14/09: World Champion Horse Equipment Sponsors Special Contest For 2009 WHOA-TWHBEA Academy Program Exhibitors
The 2009 WHOA-TWHBEA Academy Program begins on Saturday, January 17 at the Western Kentucky Ag Expo Center in Bowling Green, KY. This program is specially designed to introduce new riders to the Tennessee Walking Horse.
01/14/09: Manna Pro To Sponsor Academy Program
The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders' and Exhibitors' Association is pleased to announce that Manna Pro will be a Premier Sponsor of the WHOA/TWHBEA Academy Program for 2009.
01/14/09: TWHBEA GAITED EXPERIENCE COMES TO TUNICA
TWHBEA is offering a GAITED EXPERIENCE in conjunction with the MIDSOUTH HORSEFEST in Tunica, Mississippi on February 20 – 22, 2009 at the Tunica Battle Arena. This is an educational opportunity for all horse loving youth and adults.
01/13/09: Tennessee Walking Horse To Be In Savvy Spotlight At Parelli Celebration
Longtime Tennessee Walking Horse enthusiast and TWHBEA member Linda Starnes and her well-known mare Traveling Time have been chosen to display their skills in the Savvy Spotlight at the first ever Parelli Celebration to be held January 30 – February 1, 2009 at the Williamson Agriculture Center in Franklin, Tennessee.
01/05/09: Local Scenery Inspires Members of the Buffalo River Affiliate of Back Country Horsemen to Meet Challenges Ahead
The beauty of this region has been the inspiration for members of the Buffalo River Affiliate of Back County Horsemen to work to keep the wilderness area open for equestrian use.
01/05/09: Western States Horse Expo
Nationally Known Speakers; Horse Sale; Magnificent 7 Stock Horse Championship; Equine Dream Art Show; Mustang Challenge; Exhibition of Breeds; Trail Symposium; Hundreds of Trade Show Vendors & much more!
01/05/09: TWHBEA Holds Year End Meetings
The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association held its annual general membership meeting on December 5, 2008. In his opening remarks, President David Pruett assured those gathered that TWHBEA would continue to seek new and innovative ways to promote the breed and to serve the membership.
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