In response to the growing popularity of the AQHA Ranch Pleasure Classes, the Cactus Reining Classic has added AQHA Amateur Ranch Pleasure and AQHA Youth Ranch Pleasure classes to the schedule of the upcoming event at WestWorld in Scottsdale March 5-9. A favorite of exhibitors and spectators alike, the class is judged on how well horses and riders perform in a simulated ranch environment. Show producer Amanda Brumley calls the addition of these classes “icing on the cake” of an already super line-up. Established in 2005, the Cactus Reining Classic is the first event in the three show “Triple Crown of Reining Series” that includes Reining By The Bay and High Roller Reining Classic, all of which are recognized by the NRHA among their top-ranked approved events worldwide. See ad on page 25.

Join America’s Country Store, a Purina Certified Expert Dealer located in Norco, at the Purina booth during the 2014 Horse Expo Pomona, and learn more about Purina’s new IMPACT® horse feed, a line of premium horse feeds designed to meet the nutritional requirements of horses of all types and lifestyles. Plus, you can take advantage of America’s Country Store’s reduced prices at the Expo! The product line offers textured, pelleted and complete feeds for horses in nearly any life stage and activity level. America’s Country Store offers a complete line of quality Purina feed products, and has knowledgeable associates who care first about their customers and their animals. Training is a key element for their Certified Expert staff,and you can depend on them for Certified Expert advice! See ad on page 36.

Redland’s very own cowboy store and a whole lot more, West of Texas, now proudly carries Noble Outfitters brand apparel, footwear and accessories! Noble Outfitters products are designed with the direct involvement of real world riders from every discipline and every part of the country. Assisted by customers’ feedback, the company recently transitioned from “Noble Equine,” to “Noble Outfitters,”which more fully represents their range of apparel, footwear, socks, gloves, bags and tools. Visit West of Texas’ booth #9416 at Horse Expo Pomona to register to win Noble Outfitters products and West of Texas gift cards! See ad on page 3.

Triple Crown Nutrition teams up with the U.S. Pony Clubs to launch $100,000 “Lucky 100” Grant Giveaway giving away $100,000 in grants through a new Facebook campaign. The goal is simple – to educate and inspire an entire generation of equine enthusiasts while promoting healthy horses. The giveaway is quite simple: Applications will be accepted until 12 pm CST on Feb. 28, 2014. Each applicant must be an active member of at least one of Triple Crown’s 29 featured partner organizations. The “Lucky 100” grants can be used to support a variety of purposes, including academic interests, covering entry or transportation costs to a regional equestrian event, or anything else related to you and your horse. See ad on page 29.

The Hermanson/Kist All-Breed Spring Horse Sale will be held March 15 at the Kist Livestock Auction in Mandan, N.D. There are 325 head of bred mares, stud colts and stallions, fillies, and geldings from top performance bloodlines, including High Brow Cat, Smart Little Lena, Metallic Cat, Boonlight Dancer, First To Shine, Bully Bullion, Sun Frost and others. Call (701) 400-8188 for more info,and see the ad on page 85.

All American Trailers North is celebrating Aaron Schwarzwalter’s 30th year selling horse trailers in Buellton at 2201 North Highway 101, just a half-hour north of Santa Barbara. Aaron built his full trailer sales and service facility from scratch in 1984 under the name Santa Ynez Valley Trailers. Today, Aaron operates as All American Trailers North (affiliated with Jason Tucker and All American in Norco) featuring Logans, Elites and 4 Stars, along with other well known brands, including Big Tex and Pace utility trailers. All American Trailers North offers both new and used trailers – they also accept consignments. If you need a trailer or have one to sell, give Aaron a call at (805) 688-1999. See ad on page 35.

Ready for Hawaii? A new theatrical equestrian performance dinner program on the island of Maui is seeking 8-10 riders for their Pau Quadrille. As part of the team, you’ll become tall, elegant, masterful riders, as specified by Queen Emma’s tradition of displaying harmony and expertise in her chosen riders for Pa’u. Practice and lessons will focus on flowing choreography and increasing your knowledge very quickly. The intent is to take you from amateur to performer quickly. Submit a 10-minute video of you riding in all three gaits in both directions. YouTube videos are welcome, and feel free to show any other skills you have as a rider. Horse applications are being accepted as well. The deadline for video submissions will be March 31. Call backs and interviews will begin in April. Email your video submissions to marlapbraun@me.com. For any questions, please call (808) 385-6265, and see the ad on page 24.