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Welcome to our new site!

Our hope is that this site will provide helpful information and encourage you to visit often.  Please tell your friends and family about our club!

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June 09 trail ride in Cumberland County, Virginia

CVPHC represents show, performance, recreation and pleasure horses; breeders; trainers; novice, youth and amateur competitors; and recreation riders.  The Club's leadership are a group of dedicated volunteers who donate their time and energy to organize APHA sanctioned horse shows, open / all breed horse shows, and recreational trail rides.

Saturday, April 10, 2010
CVPHC Spring Trail Ride
Staunton River State Park in Scottsburg
Option to overnight/primitive camp Friday and Saturday night.  Judged Trail Demonstration/Talk Saturday morning by member Pat Allard.  Several trail obstacles will be set up for riders to try out as they ride trails if they desire.  More details to follow. 
Contact Kim at (757) 536-7888

2010 Shows Scheduled for Herndon and Lexington

Spring into Summer Color Show...join us as we return to the "new and improved" Frying Pan Park Equine Facility, June 5-6, 2010.  Our Fall Color Classic Futurity and Paint-O-Rama is scheduled for October 8-10, 2010 at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington. Additional information is available on our Events Calendar page.

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Western Pleasure Class, Spring Show 2009, Airfield 4H Center, Wakefield Virginia

Announcing a NEW incentive program for 2010.  CVPHC's Virginia Bred Program (VBP) will make it's debut this year!  The Virginia Horse Industry Board (VHIB) has graciously provided $3,000 in grant funds to CVPHC to manage a program that will recognize quality horse breeding in the Commonwealth.

All grant money will be distributed to winning exhibitors who participate in our VBP.  More information is available on the VBP page.

Membership Info
Membership is open and available to all who share our passion for the American Paint Horse.  There are no residency or horse ownership requirements.  The success of our club depends on membership support and participation.  We need your thoughts, feedback, and involvement.  Consider becoming a member today. Membership rates are reasonable and all fees are used to support the club and coordinate shows, trail rides, year end award programs, and administration.  Visit our membership page for additional information.

Our Purpose

We value our members and will offer accessibility and encouragement to achieve shared goals and objectives. To be aware of the needs, challenges, and opportunities of this club and give assistance and direction to help it grow.  To make a positive impact on the equine industry in Virginia through sound financial policies and careful long rang planning.
More information can be found on our Purpose and Mission page.

Stay Informed

Read about upcoming activities and events.  Trail rides, APHA shows, open shows and much more is waiting for you in our latest edition of The Painted Gazette, CVPHC's quarterly newsletter.  If you have items you would like to see addressed, please send suggestions or submissions to be included in future newsletters to Harriet Simpson-Hines.

Open Show Program

Take advantage of a new opportunity to earn points, recognition and awards by competing at local all-breed shows by participating in our NEW Open Show Program.  The purpose of the Open Show Awards Program is to recognize CVPHC members who compete in local open and 4-H horse shows with a registered American Paint Horse.  More information can be found here.

Winter and Spring Trail Rides

Saturday, February 20th 
CVPHC Winter Trail Ride
Beaverdam Park in Gloucester at 11am 
Contact Kim at (757) 536-7888
Cost:  Free for CVPHC members, $15 for non-members (includes club membership)
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Saturday, April 10th
CVPHC Spring Trail Ride
Staunton River State Park in Scottsburg
Option to overnight/primitive camp Friday and Saturday night.  Judged Trail Demonstration/Talk Saturday morning by member Pat Allard.  Several trail obstacles will be set up for riders to try out as they ride trails if they desire.  More details to follow. 
Contact Kim at (757) 536-7888

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Smooth Sail N Dude, Palmer's Paint Horses, Bedford VA

Plan now for the 2010 breeding season.  CVPHC's Stallion Service Auction offers exceptional stallions for your consideration.

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Laa Heza Deluxe, DreamLands Farm ...we dream in color, Gloucester VA

You save 50% off listed stud fees!  All SSA funds are returned to the winning Breeders Futurity exhibitors.

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A Pleasure Sensation, Shallowbrook Farm, Shelby NC

SOLD
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Zippos Goldn Mover, Triple J & A Quarter Horses and Paints, Louisa VA

SOLD
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Gorgeousorkie, Grove Paint Horses, Lost City WV

Resulting foals born in Virginia will also be eligible for our Virginia Bred Program (VBP) Futurities.  Special thanks to the Viginia Horse Industry Board for providing $3,000 in grant funds to be awarded to the winning competitors of VBP classes.  Make plans today before the stallion you want is sold!