PG . 14
AQHA FEATURE
‘ It ’ s our biggest , most tiring trip ,’ Tash says . ‘ But it ’ s an absolutely awesome show to attend . We compete at the AQHA Nationals in Tamworth , every year and also like to try and get to also do the NSW AQHA State Show , NPHA Celebration Show , the Queensland Quarter Horse State Show . Another big show we ’ ll be attending in Queensland is the big Tropicana Show , and if time permits we do like to do some of the smaller shows around home to support our clubs . The major shows , though , are what they ultimately like to aim towards and they love showing with their Amateurs and Youth , and their Futurity horses .’
Whilst the competitive side always comes out in Travis & Tash , what they do enjoy seeing at the major shows is the quality of horse flesh .
‘ Everyone loves to win , but when we sit in a line-up of quality horses , it ’ s well worth it . Catching up with our show families is always great , too . It can be such a fun atmosphere , especially when we all get together for dinner at some stage throughout the shows . We ’ re all out there trying to do the same job . The horses , the friendships and even the challenges along the way , all make you want to strive for more !’
While the couple say that Covid fortunately has not affected them , apart from the lack of normal showing , it ’ s been nice to stay home , ride , and maintain their property .
‘ However ,’ Tash concludes . ‘ We do look forward to getting back into the showpen for our major shows this year . We want to keep doing what we love , strive to be our best and train beautiful horses .’
Three Year Old Western Pleasure Slot Feature winner , MTC Locked Out A Heaven Q-93157 , shown by Natasha Humphries Photo by : Ev Lagoon
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