AjPHA June Member Spotlight

Name: Chanler Brooks
Age: 17
Grade: 11th
School: C.D Owen High School
Hometown: Black Mountain, NC

Club (if involved in one):
I am involved in the North Carolina Paint Horse club, Palmetto Paint Horse club, and Tennessee Paint Horse clubs. I am also a proud member of the FFA.

Favorite Activities (outside of horses):
I enjoy Hunting, Fishing, Roping and being with my friends and family

Favorite song and movie: Pure Country and Check Yes or No by George Strait

Horses Name: Don’t Skip the Good Stuf (Bugsy)

What do you do with your horse?
I show my horse in Hunt Seat, Western Pleasure, Showmanship, Halter, and Pattern classes

What are your favorite events/activities with your horse?
My favorite events are Hunt Seat, Western Pleasure, and Showmanship

What do you like most about paint horses?
Paint horses are very unique animals, and an amazing breed. My favorite thing about Paint Horses is that you can show not only show at Paint shows but also at Pinto shows.

What do you like most about AjPHA?
AjPHA is a great organization. Kids from all ages and all states are involved. My favorite thing about AjPHA is that every year a president is elected and organizes a project that helps raise money for the charity they have chosen to help.

What has owning a horse taught you?
Owning horses has taught me a great deal about responsibility, and has taught me many life long lessons.

What would you say to someone who might be interested in owning a paint horse?
Owning Paint horses has been a pleasure. Their temperament is great and they are amazing to get along with.

 What would you say to someone that is thinking about starting to compete in APHA shows?
I would say GO FOR IT! Showing Paint Horses has been an amazing experience for me. I have met so many great people that will always be my friends. There is never a time when you won’t feel welcome, and everyone is so kind and always willing to help.