Archive for August 2014

WILLIS RESIGNS FROM WHOA BOARD

Aug 20th, 2014 | By

Harolene Willis has resigned her position on the Walking Horse Owners’ Association Board of Directors. Willis stated that her resignation was due to health issues and she feels that the position should be held by someone who is committed to WHOA’s goals and objectives. She further stated that she particularly enjoyed working with the Academy
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WHTA General Meeting

Aug 20th, 2014 | By

The Walking Horse Trainers’ Auxiliary will have a general membership meeting on Sunday, August 24th at 11am. The meeting will be held on the Celebration Grounds at Finish Line Farm’s Barn. This meeting will be short so everyone can help and participate in the dog show. For more information call 931-580-5085.



TWHBEA Registration Proof Required for Entrance to Celebration Grounds

Aug 20th, 2014 | By

LEWISBURG, Tenn. – The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration recently announced that as part of its Veterinary Advisory Committee’s recommended protocols, TWHBEA registration papers must be presented for each horse in order to gain admittance into the show grounds. This applies to the National Celebration as well as the TWHBEA National Futurity. Either an original-issued
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TWHBEA Congratulates National Celebration on Veterinary Advisory Committee

Aug 20th, 2014 | By

LEWISBURG, Tenn. – The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) applauds the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration (TWHNC) for implementing the suggestions of three world renowned equine veterinarians in its efforts to objectively ensure the welfare of all horses entered into this year’s Celebration. Recently, the TWHNC announced a three-member Veterinary Advisory Committee
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Stepping up for the Animals

Aug 20th, 2014 | By

In a united drive to aid our local shelters, the Celebration, local tack shops and the Tennessee Walking Horse industry, partnering with businesses from Shelbyville and surrounding areas will come together for the next 14 days to collect much needed supplies. The Celebration has designated a drop off area near Gate A during the show,
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Marshall County Horseman’s Association donates to TWHBEA Youth

Aug 20th, 2014 | By

LEWISBURG, Tenn. – Gate proceeds from the recently held Marshall County Horseman’s Association’s annual Tennessee Walking Horse show in Lewisburg, Tenn., have once again been generously donated to the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) Youth Scholarship Fund. “We at TWHBEA are very grateful to the members of the Marshall County Horseman’s Association
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Judges announced for theRHBAA show

Aug 20th, 2014 | By

Judges for the 2014 RHBAA World Show the Racking Horse Breeders Association of America World Celebration 2014 September 19th – 27th 2014 that will be held at World Celebration Arena, Priceville, Alabama. The 2014 World Celebration Judges are Joe Dan Carter, John Cordell, Ken Jackson, Ricky Parker, and Jerry Thacker



Important Announcement for TWHBEA National Futurity Exhibitors

Aug 20th, 2014 | By

LEWISBURG, Tenn. – The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) has several important announcements regarding its upcoming National Futurity. First, TWHBEA is pleased to be able to have the Futurity included under the new protocols recommended by the world-renown equine practitioners who comprise the Celebration’s new Veterinary Advisory Committee (VAC). TWHBEA is confident
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Birth Announcement – Ethan Wyatt Schmidt

Aug 20th, 2014 | By

Weight 7lbs 11oz. Length 20.5 inches Born July 11, 2014 Parents: John Schmidt – Farrier Sally Schmidt – Vet Southside Veterinary Hospital Brothers: Webb-3 yrs Wesley 2 yrs Maternal Grandparents: Bill & Patsy Webb – McMinnville Paternal Grandparents: Linda & Dr. Mike Milam – Tullahoma John Schmidt – Normandy Retired Walking Horse Farrier



TWHBEA Kicks-Off New Membership Drive with English Saddle Giveaway Youth Winner to Receive Halter

Aug 20th, 2014 | By

LEWISBURG, Tenn. – In honor of the 76th Annual National Celebration and TWHBEA National Futurity, TWHBEA will kick-off a new membership drive beginning August 20, featuring an English saddle giveaway. The drive will run through September 15 and is open to all first-time and renewing adult members. The featured saddle is a brown, 20” cut-back
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