Inside This Issue

March 2012 • Volume 46, Number 3
Paints & Paint People
26 Billy Smith Named APHA Executive Director
A longtime equine association executive, the 50-year-old assumed APHA’s reins in February.
50th Anniversary
36 A Look Back
New beginnings shaped the theme of the May/June 1967 Journal.
By Jessica Hein
78 A Place Under the Sun
Shortly after founding the APSHA, the young association presented its first show, featuring a number of movers and shakers of the day.
By Frank Holmes
82 The Next 50 Years: Training & Specialization
Industry leaders reveal their hopes for the future of training and promoting Paint Horses.
By Laura Stevens
J Zone
46 Take 5
Spend five minutes with Cole Sutton.
By Laura Stevens
50 A Golden Opportunity
Veteran show parents and trainers share their thoughts on essential qualities for a perfect Walk-Trot mount.
By Laura Stevens
Horse Management
60 It’s a Hard Knock Life
Planning for the unexpected can help ensure a smooth transition for an orphaned foal.
By Jessica Hein
66 Made-to-Order Mares
A well-designed broodmare lease can be a win-win for both parties.
By Laura Stevens
Genetics
70 The Descendants
Paint breeders can use knowledge of Quarter Horse lines thought to produce excessive white markings to their advantage.
By Irene Stamatelakys
In Every Issue
Columns
2 Editor's Note
12 From Our Readers
16 Vet’s Bag
Recent research has identified three new genes linked to the splash overo pattern.
20 Paint Portfolio
32 Member Profile
Danish trainer Ben Segers blends his English-riding background with Western methods to create a unique hybrid.
40 Leading Sires Lists
56 Great Rides
With scenic views near Lake Tahoe, trail riding opportunities bloom at Nevada’s Washoe Lake State Park.
174 Coming Up
176 Photo Finish
Your Association
91 Breeders’ Trust Special Section
126 Coming Attractions
141 Disciplinary Actions
141 Officer and Executive Committee
Nominating Committee Named
146 Honor Rolls
160 2012 Board of Directors
163 APHA Directory
Marketplace
164 Horses for Sale
167 Stallion Alley
170 Classifieds
173 Advertising Indexes