Perth Regional Appaloosa Club

15/06/2026

🐴 Tuesday Topic: Sand & Your Horse — What You Need To Know 🏜️

Living on sandy properties can come with its challenges, and one thing we often need to keep an eye on is sand intake.

Horses can accidentally swallow sand while grazing, picking up feed from the ground, or eating hay in sandy areas. Over time, sand can build up in the digestive tract and may contribute to discomfort, poor manure quality and colic issues.

✨ Ways to help reduce the risk:
🐴 Feed hay from a feeder or tub instead of directly on the ground
🐴 Avoid feeding meals on bare sand where possible
🐴 Encourage plenty of fibre intake
🐴 Keep an eye on manure and any changes in your horse’s behaviour

Small management changes can make a big difference to keeping our horses happy and healthy 💛

Have you checked your horse’s sand exposure lately? 👇

15/06/2026

🏆 Hi Point Sponsors Needed! 🏆

We're almost there!

The PRAC Winter Warmers Show now has just 3 Hi Point Awards remaining that require sponsorship.

For just $50, you can sponsor a Hi Point Award and help support our competitors while promoting your business, stud, or family name within our wonderful equestrian community.

✨ Sponsorship includes recognition before, during, and after the show.
✨ A great way to support grassroots competition.
✨ First in, first served!

We would love to have these final awards sponsored before the show, so if you've been thinking about supporting PRAC, now is the perfect opportunity.

If you would like to sponsor one of our remaining Hi Point Awards, please comment below or send us a message.

A huge thank you to all of our sponsors who have already come on board – your support makes events like this possible! 🐴❤️

🌟 HI POINT SPONSORS WANTED 🌟

The PRAC Winter Warmers Show is fast approaching, and we're looking for sponsors to help us recognise the achievements of our exhibitors!

We currently have 3 Hi Point Awards still available for sponsorship at just $50 each.

Sponsoring a Hi Point Award is a fantastic way to support our show, promote your business, and contribute to the success of our competitors. Sponsors will be acknowledged throughout the event and on our social media platforms.

Hi Point sponsorships will be allocated on a first in, first served basis, so don't miss out on securing your preferred award category!

If you, your business, family, or friends would like to sponsor one of the remaining awards, please send us a message or comment below and we'll be in touch.

Thank you to everyone who has already come on board to support the PRAC Winter Warmers Show – we couldn't do it without you! ❤️

15/06/2026

🌟 Member Monday 🌟

This week's Member Monday spotlight is on one of the driving forces behind PRAC, Nicole McGinty!

Nicole serves as our dedicated Club Secretary and is the owner of Culmvale Park, a business that has been a major supporter and sponsor of PRAC for many years. Her ongoing generosity and commitment have played a significant role in helping our club grow and thrive.

Whether she's behind the scenes keeping the club running smoothly, lending a hand at our shows, or supporting our fundraising efforts, Nicole is always willing to step up when needed. You'll often find her helping competitors, organising events, and ensuring everything runs like clockwork.

One of Nicole's greatest strengths is her encouragement of both new and experienced members. She is always willing to share her knowledge, offer support, and cheer people on as they progress through their equestrian journey. Her welcoming nature helps make PRAC the friendly and supportive club that it is today.

On behalf of the committee and members, thank you, Nicole, for your countless hours of hard work, dedication, and unwavering support of PRAC. We are incredibly grateful to have you as part of our club family.

🐴❤️ Thank you, Nicole, and thank you to Culmvale Park for your continued support of PRAC! ❤️🐴

13/06/2026

Have you got your tickets yet for the PRAC Wood Raffle?
Not only could you win a fantastic load of quality Southwest Jarrah, but we'll even arrange delivery to the lucky winner! Perfect for keeping warm through winter or stocking up for the cooler months ahead.
🎟️ Tickets are just:
• $2 each
• 3 for $5
Every ticket purchased helps support the Perth Regional Appaloosa Club, with all funds raised going directly towards future shows, clinics, events, and member activities.
A huge thank you to everyone who has already purchased tickets and supported our fundraiser. Your support helps us continue providing opportunities for our members and the wider horse community, and we are incredibly grateful.
📍 LOCAL TO DONNYBROOK?
Our committee members will be selling raffle tickets at Donnybrook IGA on Friday, 26th June. If you're in the area, be sure to pop in and say hello!
We'll also have:
📋 Membership Forms
📖 Information Packs
🛍️ Potentially some PRAC Club Merchandise available
It's a great opportunity to learn more about the club, renew or join your membership, and grab your raffle tickets while supporting a great cause.
To purchase tickets before then, contact our Secretary, Nicole McGinty
Good luck to everyone who has entered so far, and thank you for supporting PRAC! 💙

13/06/2026

📢 PRAC AGM – Committee Nominations Open 📢

All financial members should now have received an email containing the nomination forms and information relating to our upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM).

If you are interested in joining the PRAC Committee and helping shape the future of our club, we encourage you to submit a nomination.

🗓 Nomination forms must be returned by 24 June.

No prior committee experience is required—just a willingness to contribute and support our wonderful club and members.

If you are a financial member and have not received the AGM email, please contact us as soon as possible.

We look forward to welcoming both returning and new committee members and thank you for your continued support of PRAC.

🐴🤠
PRAC Committee

12/06/2026

🌲🐴 FUNDRAISING FRIDAY 🐴🌲
Have you got your tickets yet for the PRAC Wood Raffle?
Not only could you win a fantastic load of quality Southwest Jarrah, but we'll even arrange delivery to the lucky winner! Perfect for keeping warm through winter or stocking up for the cooler months ahead.
🎟️ Tickets are just:
• $2 each
• 3 for $5
Every ticket purchased helps support the Perth Regional Appaloosa Club, with all funds raised going directly towards future shows, clinics, events, and member activities.
A huge thank you to everyone who has already purchased tickets and supported our fundraiser. Your support helps us continue providing opportunities for our members and the wider horse community, and we are incredibly grateful.
📍 LOCAL TO DONNYBROOK?
Our committee members will be selling raffle tickets at Donnybrook IGA on Friday, 26th June. If you're in the area, be sure to pop in and say hello!
We'll also have:
📋 Membership Forms
📖 Information Packs
🛍️ Potentially some PRAC Club Merchandise available
It's a great opportunity to learn more about the club, renew or join your membership, and grab your raffle tickets while supporting a great cause.
To purchase tickets before then, contact our Secretary, Nicole McGinty
Good luck to everyone who has entered so far, and thank you for supporting PRAC! 💙

12/06/2026

🎉 The PRAC Winter Warmers Program is NOW LIVE! 🎉

Want to get in early and secure your program before it’s released to everyone else? 👀

Simply drop a comment below and we’ll email a copy straight to you! 📧

Don’t miss out on planning your Winter Warmers campaign – get your hands on the program first! ❄️🐴

📍 Winter Warmers will be held at Fortunate Farms, Bedfordale, with camping available and limited yards on offer.

Comment below and we’ll send the program directly to your inbox! 👇

12/06/2026

🙋‍♀️ HELPERS NEEDED – PRAC WINTER WARMERS SHOW 🙋‍♂️

As our Winter Warmers Show approaches, we're looking for a few wonderful volunteers to help make the day run smoothly!

We are currently seeking:

📝 Ring Steward/Scribe (please only volunteer for this role if you are familiar with scoring and recording placings)

🚪 Gate Marshal – helping organise competitors and keep classes flowing smoothly

🎀 Ribbon Runner – assisting with taking awards and ribbons to the judge

💩 Poo Picker Upperer – arguably one of the most important jobs of the day! 😆

Whether you can help for part of the day or the whole show, we'd love to hear from you. Our volunteers are an essential part of making our events successful.

🥪 All helpers will receive lunch and water courtesy of PRAC as a thank you for their time and support.

If you're available to lend a hand, please comment below or send us a message.

Thank you for supporting PRAC and helping make the Winter Warmers Show a fantastic day for everyone! 🤠🐴

11/06/2026

✨ Throwback Thursday ✨

Doin it in the Dust 🤎🐴
(RQH Doing it in Style (QH) x Playin in the Dust)

Born in 2012, this beautiful mare was bred in Tasmania before being purchased by Kirsten Merritt and making the journey over to WA.

Affectionately known as Rosa, this talented mare and Kirsten began their show career together in 2015, creating memories and achieving success until 2018 when Rosa was put in foal to produce a stunning coloured c**t.

Some of Kirsten’s proudest moments with Rosa include winning a High Point Buckle at the 2017 PRAC State Championships and Rosa being awarded a Silver Medallion in Halter in 2018 🏆✨

A beautiful mare with a special place in the history books 🤍