The 2026 Virginia Horse Shows Association's Yearbook is Dedicated In Memory of the Great Diana Dodge.
The 2026 VHSA Yearbook "Online Version is now ready! Click on the following link to view the VHSA Yearbook: 2026 VHSA Yearbook
Anyone who would like to purchase the "Full Version" of the 2026 VHSA Yearbook with full photos and Membership Directory, please contact the VHSA Office at (540)349-0910. The cost is $50 per Yearbook (if picked up from the VHSA Office) or $60 per Yearbook to mail a Yearbook directly to you. This charge is to cover the printing expenses, plus postage, if applicable.
We have a limited amount of printed Yearbooks.
VHSA EIS Long Sleeve Shirt
The VHSA is now carrying EIS COOL Sun Shirts for Ladies & Children.
Each Shirt features Virginia Horse Shows Association on one sleeve. These shirts are $70.00 each for pick-up at The Tack and Habit Shoppe in Toano, VA, or if product needs to be shipped, add an additional $10 for Shipping & Handling. For ALL Orders, please call the VHSA office at (540) 349-0910 to arrange for payment and pick-up/shipping. Please see the following link for the size charts for Ladies and Children:
VHSA C4 Belts The VHSA C4 Belts are for all sizes and can be adjusted. These belts are $42.00 each for pick-up at The Tack and Habit Shoppe in Toano, VA, or if product needs to be shipped, add an additional $10 for Shipping & Handling. Please see close up of belt below:
For ALL Orders, please call the VHSA office at (540) 349-0910 to arrange for payment and pick-up/shipping.
The Heritage point system continues for the 2026 Show Year. Heritage Horse Shows receive a bonus of 5 points per placement and 10 bonus points for Champion and Reserve than their current rating with the VHSA.
There are Ten (10) VHSA Sanctioned Horse Shows that are considered "Heritage" Shows:
Blowing Rock Charity I & II Horse Show
Capital Challenge Horse Show
Deep Run Horse Show
Jump for the Children Benefit 1 Show
Keswick Horse Show
Tryon Spring 6 Horse Show
Upperville Colt & Horse Show
Warrenton Horse Show
Warrenton Pony Show
Please support these historical horse shows!
The Virginia Horse Shows Association now has an "Official" Facebook Page.
Please visit our FB Page, which we will update with important information and upcoming events!
"Official Farm Equipment Dealer"
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We are pleased to announce that Virginia Maryland Tractor is the Official Farm Equipment Dealer of the Virginia Horse Shows Association once again!
"Our team is composed of farmers and property owners who truly understand the value John Deere brings to any job."
We greatly appreciate Virginia Tractor's Sponsorship and Support. Please support them and John Deere for all your farming equipment needs. VIRGINIA TRACTOR
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Wreaths Across America
We are pleased to announce that the Virginia Horse Shows Association is able to continue the tradition of donating to Wreaths Across America at Arlington National Cemetery again this year. We are very honored to play a small part in honoring our Veterans and their families who have sacrificed so much for all of us. Thank a Veteran and their families for the Freedoms we all get to enjoy. www.wreathsacrossamerica.org
MEMBERS NOT IN GOOD STANDING
The following individuals are unable to accrue VHSA points, ineligible to compete at the VHSA Associate Summer Show, VHSA Associate Championship Horse Show and unable to attend the VHSA Convention:
Fae Cordova (Savannah Cordova) - NSF Check
Donald Davis/Kelly Ann Valko (Gabriella Valko) - NSF Check
Sophie Deel - Outstanding Debt
Alyssa George - NSF Check
Beth Jones - NSF Check
Samantha Lamb (Allison Scott) - NSF Check
Paul Logan, Pachanga Farms - NSF Check & Rule Violation
Susie Mansell (Show Place Farm, LLC) - NSF Check
Veronica Lorraine Martin (Kelly Davenport) - NSF Check
Andrew Kenneth Milne (Anna Milne) - NSF Check
Margaret Elizabeth Morris - NSF Check
Shannon Simmons - Outstanding Debt
Amanda Smith - NSF Check
Isabella Waller - Outstanding Debt
Jesica Warthen (Alexis Warthen) - NSF Check
2026 VHSA Membership Renewals
All memberships, horse recordings and voting can be done online. Please click on PAY DUES in order to renew your membership or record a horse and/or changes to a horse. The Order is Complete when you see "TRANSACTION COMPLETE" at the top of your screen. The Membership Cards and Horse Recording Certificates will still be mailed after the application is submitted to the VHSA office. ALL ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS EXPIRE NOVEMBER 30TH OF EACH YEAR.
VHSA Division Sponsorship
The 2026 Division Sponsorship Opportunities are available. Sponsorships cost $150 per Division/$200 per Grand Champion and the Sponsors are listed on our website, in our VHSA Convention Booklet and the VHSA Yearbook.
At the Lexington Spring Welcome Horse Show at the Virginia Horse Center, the VHSA’s Special Events Committee presented a lecture led by Emory and Henry’s Jessica Denniston on Equine Nutrition Basics. Highlights of the lesson included the functions of the foregut and hindgut, essential nutrients, and how to choose a diet for a specific horse. The equine has one stomach that is composed of a foregut and hindgut. The foregut of the horse digests fats, proteins, and sugars through enzymes while the hindgut breaks down fiber. Horses need certain nutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins, and fat to fulfill their diet. Water, being the most vital nutrient for the horse, is used for transportation of nutrients and between eight to twelve gallons of it is consumed each day. When deciding on a diet for a horse, the age, workload, weight, and ability to consume grass should be evaluated. A horse that is doing a lot of exercise may need higher quantities of a certain nutrient to maintain a good balance. The weight, or body condition score should be considered when deciding both the type and quantity of food given to the horse. Access to hay or grass is necessary and must be recognized while choosing a diet for a horse. Roughage should be the primary source of food for the equine, followed by grain to assure that all the nutrients are given. Jessica Denniston explained and showed us the affects of a bad diet on a horse.
For further information, please see the Equine Nutrition Basics Handbook which can be downloaded HERE!
VHSA Handbook For Horse Showing
The VHSA Junior Members Committee created a wonderful guide for horse showing. This is a wonderful reference guide for all horsemen, regardless of age. The Handbook can be downloaded by following this link: VHSA HANDBOOK FOR HORSE SHOWING
2026 VHSA Board of Directors
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Officers:
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| Mr. Walter J. Lee, President (Zone 4 Rep) |
Mrs. Wendy Mathews Treasurer (At Large) |
| Mr. Oliver Brown, Vice President (Hunter/Pony Breeding Rep) |
Ms. Nancy Peterson, Secretary (Owner Rep) |
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| Ms. Dede Bache-Shumate (At Large) |
Mr. Clyde Poarch (Associate Rep) |
| Ms. Tara Best (Zone 7 Rep) |
Mrs. Carol Reedy (Saddlebred Rep) |
| Mrs. Ada Cosby (At Large) |
Mr. Gordon Reistrup (At Large) |
| Ms. Jane Gaston (Zone 1) |
Ms. Meg Rhodes (At Large) |
| Ms. Jenny Graham (Equitation Rep) |
Ms. Sandra Ruiz (Jumper Rep) |
| Mrs. Sue T. Grossmann (At Large) |
Mrs. Sulu Rose Reed (Zone 5 Rep) |
| Mr. Paul Mathews (Licensed Officials Rep) |
Ms. Elise Roschen (Zone 6 Rep |
| Ms. Molly Trimble Moore (Zone 3 Rep) |
Ms. Peg Seals (At Large) |
| Ms. Jonelle Mullen (Zone 2 Rep) |
Mrs. Maria Bishop Shannon (At Large_ |
| Mrs. Betty R. Oare (Hunter Rep) |
Ms. Jan Simpson (Trainer Rep) |
| Mr. Ernest M. Oare (At Large) |
Mr. Chris Wynne (At Large) |
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~ OFFICIAL SPONSORS OF THE VIRGINIA HORSE SHOWS ASSOCIATION ~
Antares Sellier - The Official Sadler of the VHSA
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that Antares Sellier France is the Official Provider of Animal Health Products and Supplies of the VHSA. Please visit their website at www.antares-sellier.com
Blue Ridge Trailer - The Official Trailer Dealer of the VHSA
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that Blue Ridge Trailer Sales is the Official Trailer Sales of the VHSA. Please visit their website at www.BLUERIDGETRAILER.com
The Clothes Horse - The Official Equine Custom Tailoring Company of the VHSA
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that The Clothes Horse is the Offical Equine Custom Tailoring Company of the VHSA. Please visit their website at www.theclotheshorse.com
EquiJet - The Official International Horse Transportation Company of the VHSA
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that EquiJet is the Official International Horse Transportation Company of the VHSA. Please visit their website at EquiJet
LM Boots - The Official Custom Boot Maker of the VHSA
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that LM Boots is the Official Custom Boot Maker of the VHSA. Please visit their website at www.lmboots.com
MRJ Horse Transportation - The Official Equine Transportation Company of the VHSA
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that MJR Horse Transportation of Keswick, Virginia, is the Official Equine Transportation Company of the VHSA. Please visit their website at www.mjrhorsetransportation.com
The Marshall + Sterling Equine Insurance Agency - The Official Sponsor of the VHSA Medals
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that The Marshall + Sterling Equine Insurance Agency, is the Offical Sponsor of all of the VHSA/EMO Medal Qualifying Classes as well as the VHSA/EMO Medal Finals. Please visit their Website at www.marshallsterling.com/equine-insurance
Virginia Maryland Tractor - The Official Farm Equipment Dealer of the VHSA
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that Virginia Maryland Tractor is the Official Farm Equipment Dealer of the VHSA. Please visit their website at vatractor.com
Ralph E. Main, Jr. - Legal Counsel of the VHSA
Mr. Ralph E. Main, Jr. of Dygert, Wright, Hobbs & Heilberg, PLC of Charlottesville, Virginia, is the official legal counsel for the Virginia Horse Shows Association.
