2008





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FEBRUARY 2008

February
 Sunshine State Alpaca Expo and Auction
Alpacas are lovable, beautiful animals that are "cousins" to the Llamas & stand 36" tall. Doctors, lawyers, financial advisors, educators, farmers and more are occupations of alpaca owners. They are sheared once a year (Alpaca fiber is hypo-allergenic & comes in 22 natural colors & numerous shades. Come see why these beautiful animals are sweeping the globe in popularity due mainly to their fleece, which is warmer & lighter than wool and is as soft as cashmere. For more information: www.fabaexpo.com
February
14 - 17
 Florida Reining Classic
Enjoy the excitement of the Fl Reining Horse Classic. Horses compete for nationally sanctioned reining championship. For more information : www.frha.com :
February
22 - 25
 2nd Annual Dixie Challenge Multi State Rodeo
High School Rodeo contestants will participate in this rodeo event. Times for Rodeo are: Friday 7:00 pm
Saturday 7:00 pm Sunday 12:00 pm For more information: www.fhsra.homestead.com
February
29
March 2
 Icebreaker 2008 hosted by the Central Florida Appaloosa Horse Club
The event will begin with classes on Friday eve and run thru Sunday. Breed show open to Appaloosa
Horses only. Classes include halter, western and English. Vendor/Sponsor information: 863-284-1787
For more information: www.cfaphc.com

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MARCH 2008

March
1
 NFDA Dressage Schooling Show (Outside arena)
For more information: www.nfladressage.org
March
8
Arabian Community Show 1st Ever Offered in the state of Florida
Lots of classes for Arabians, Half-Arabians and Anglo-Arabians
Sponsored by the North Florida Arabian Horse Club
For Vendor/Sponsor Information: Debbie Duncan 386-546-5254 For more information: www.nfahc.home.att.net
March
9
17th Annual Karen Fry Memorial Horse Show
The Open show offers competition for any horse enthusiast. A family friendly show open to all breeds.
For Vendor/Sponsor Information: Debbie Duncan 386-546-5254 For more information: www.nfahc.home.att.net
March
14 - 16
 NBHA Shamrock Showdown Kickoff event for NBHA season!
Three days of non-stop barrel racing. Last year over 400 horses participated over the weekend. Watch as they compete for cash and prizes. The NBHA kicks off it's national tour with it's annual stop in Jacksonville. Come see some great barrel racing by the top competitors in the sport.
For more information: www.nbha.com

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APRIL 2008

April
4 - 6
 NFDA Dressage on the First Coast USDF
This competition has been selected as a USDF JR/YR Championship qualifying show. Come experience this classical sport often compared to ballet on horseback! For vendor or sponsor information: Mary O'Brien 904-616-5322
For more information: www.nfladressage.org
April
12 - 13
 STARS' Citrus Classic (Sound Trail and Rail Society)
Affiliated with the National Walking Horse Association. This show is intended for the sound horse.
Show will follow the TWHBEA Versatility handbook. This will be a double judged show so that members can get double the national points. For information: Tami Steinbrecher 912-586-2833 or rockinglazyt@alltel.net or www.nwha.com
April
19
Builders Care Demolition Derby
Fun for the entire family!! Don't miss the excitement of this annual event that finds it's new home at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center. Celebrity drivers compete to help raise money for a great cause. For ticket information contact 904-727-3443. Sponsored by Northeast Florida Builders Association.
For more information: www.builderscare.org

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MAY 2008

May
2 - 4
 NTRL Rope for the Truck
Top contenders in the sport of Team Roping will compete in this three day event. Competitors from throughout the states will bring lots of exciting competition. No admission charge and parking is free. Concessions will be available.
For more information: www.ntrl.org
May
9 - 11
 World Barrel Racing Productions
Three exciting days of barrel racing competition.
Over 1,500 barrel racing competitors from across the country compete for cash and prizes.
For Vendor or Sponsor Information: 903-677-1213
For more information: www.worldbarrelracing.com
May
17
NFDA Dressage Schooling Show (outside only)
For more information: www.nfladressage.org
May
22 - 25
 Spectrum International
This annual Paso Fino Event comes to Jacksonville. Breed show for Paso Fino Horses.
For information: Ivette Vale 352-307-0294

 

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JUNE 2008

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JULY 2008

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AUGUST 2008

August
22 - 23
 2nd Annual AMP LIVE "Thunder Slam Monster Truck Show"
Visit www.ampliveevents.comTicket information to follow.

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SEPTEMBER 2008

September
11 - 13
 Florida Reining Horse Association
Enjoy the excitement of the Fl Reining Horse Association. Horses compete for nationally sanctioned reining championship. For more information : www.frha.com : Robert Bond 904-282-8541
September
26 - 28
 Ken Williams Memorial Roping
Annual Roping in memory of Ken Williams. Father of Seven Time World Champion Speed Williams.
For Vendor/Sponsor/Event information: 904-259-1489 or 386-437-6175 www.speedzoneroping.com

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OCTOBER 2008

October
3 - 5
 Central Florida Appaloosa Fall Color Classic
The event will begin with classes on Friday eve and run thru Sunday. Breed show open to Appaloosa
Horses only. Classes include halter, western and English. Vendor/Sponsor information: 863-284-1787
For more information: www.CFApHC.com
October
17 - 19
 Parelli Horsemanship Clinic
Pat and Linda Parelli bring their exquisite knowledge of horses and horsemanship to your doorstep. Participants will experience two days of learning how to best communicate with your horse. For Tickets and event schedule go to: www.parelli.com
October
24 - 26
 Jacksonville Agricultural Fair 4H Horse Show
This annual 4H event is sponsored by the Jacksonville Agricultural Fair and the City of Jacksonville. Come see 4H members compete in a wide variety of English and Western Disciplines. Event begins Friday eve and runs thru Sunday. For more information: www.jacksonvillefair.com
October
31
November
2
Florida Fall Classic Zone 9 Show hosted by the Dixie Paint Horse Club.
Paint Horse Open & Breed Futurity Classes, including youth/amateur Paintorama.
For Vendor/Event information: Barbara Lamphere, 813-971-7143 or www.dixiephc.com

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NOVEMBER 2008

November
7 - 23
 Worldwide Horseshows Inc.
Show Jumping and Grand Prix Visit www.firstcoastinvitational.com
November
22
Bullriding Blowout
Ticket Information to follow. Visit www.firstcoastinvitational.com
November
27 - 30
 Fiddler's Turkey Run
Annual barrel race held for the third time in Jacksonville, Added money and Added Futurity $
For information: Sabra O'Quinn 352-622-8919 or www.fiddlerstrailers.com

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DECEMBER 2008

December
6 - 7
 FPEA Christmas Circuit Hosted By The Florida Palomino Exhibitors ASSOC
For More Information: WWW. FLORIDAPALOMINO.COM


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