Sheila Kathleen Beltramo, of Wetmore, Colorado, a longtime AQHA breeder and exhibitor died Thursday, July 10, in a single car accident near her home. Beltramo, 53, served as an area director of the National Snaffle Bit Association and competed in Longe Line and Western Pleasure classes at AQHA and NSBA events. She was also an […]
Margaret Hammond, 65, dies of Alzheimer’s disease. Margaret Hammond of Peyton, Colorado, renowned equestrienne, horse trainer and international horse show judge, died June 26 of Alzheimer’s disease. She was 65. Born July 6, 1948, the daughter of Charles and Sylvia Hammond of Denver, Margaret moved with her family when she was a youngster to the […]
In Michigan, Amber Hanson said “I do” to AQHA trainer Dwayne Pickard on Saturday, June 7, in an outdoor ceremony at the Ionia County Fairgrounds. Amber, was escorted down the aisle by her grandfather, wearing a gown by Essence of Australia. “Dwayne did not get to see me or my dress prior so he said […]
Laura Upton wed Adam Kilian Saturday, June 7, 2014 in a picture perfect ceremony surrounded by friends and family in St. Joseph, Michigan, the bride’s hometown. Kilian proposed last year with a custom Harris Saddle while on a trip to Ecuador. In attendance for the big day was saddle designer, Phil Harris, and long time trainers Tim […]
On a spectacular summer day Annelise Kimmel and John Woodward tied the knot in a lavish backyard ceremony at the Kimmel family home in Covington, Ohio. The bride was led on horseback down the aisle by her father, Randy. Photography was done by the incomparable Mallory Beinborn. Close friends including Brittany Pritchard, Halle Saywell, Amy Meredith, Sarah […]
AQHA Honorary Vice President Charlie Menker of Brookville, Ohio, will be remembered by many as a great horseman and a leader in the industry. Charlie was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio, where he worked for General Motors until he retired. Upon retirement, he opened Rockin M Trailer Sales and Service. As an AQHA life member, […]
Elizabeth and Cole Baker of Dunnellon, Florida welcomed a baby girl on April 17, 2014. Brooklyn Reese Baker was born weighing 5lbs 2oz and measuring 18″ long. Both mom and baby are doing well.
Melissa and Mark Baus of Zumbrota, Minnesota welcomed a son on April 1, 2014. Gunner Gregory Baus came into this world weighing eight pounds, 12.9 ounces and measuring 22 inches. Both mom and baby are doing well. “This little guy has blessed our lives,” Melissa says. “We can’t even begin to say how happy he […]
Our long time friend Rick McMasters of Madison, Tenn., passed away on March 14 after suffering a heart attack. He was a great asset to the Pinto Horse Association of America and will be greatly missed. Our deepest condolences go out to the McMasters family. Rick was heavily involved with judging, holding judges cards with the […]
Jackie Pohlman, of Huntersville, North Carolina, is the winner of our “Memory Book” picture contest. She correctly identified 32 of the 35 photographs of the horsemen and horsewomen we have been featuring in past issues of InStride Edition to celebrate our “new beginnings.” Jackie will take home this beautiful Harris Leather work saddle for her efforts. […]
Kristin and Chris Martin of Canal Winchester, Ohio welcomed a baby girl on February 27, 2014. Aubrey Sue was born at 7 pounds and 20 inches and will join older brothers Blake and Brady.
Courtney and Mark Brockmueller welcomed a baby boy, Brim Allen, on February 12, 2014. The first grandchild for Nancy Sue Ryan weighed in at 7 pounds 3 ounces.