Tyler Smith & Amy Sommer • Building Arabian Horse Shows That People Love Again

The Arabian horse community continues searching for ways to grow participation, create stronger local connections, and make showing more welcoming and sustainable for exhibitors of all ages.

In this episode of the We LOVE Arabian Horses Podcast, host Lindsay Rinehart welcomes Tyler Smith and Amy Sommer from the Eastern Michigan Arabian Association (EMAA), a non-rated Arabian and Half-Arabian horse club that has quietly become one of the most successful and talked-about local show circuits in the region.

Together, you'll hear... they discuss:

• Why EMAA continues growing while many horse shows struggle
• The importance of affordability and accessibility
• Creating a true “horse family” atmosphere
• Structuring schedules to encourage participation
• Supporting youth, walk-trot riders, amateurs, and newcomers
• The power of listening to exhibitors and adapting
• Why positivity and community matter more than ever

The conversation highlights how local Arabian horse clubs can still thrive when the focus remains on people, fun, sportsmanship, and creating a place exhibitors genuinely want to return to month after month.

This episode is filled with practical ideas, encouragement, and real-world examples for anyone passionate about the future growth of the Arabian horse community.