Exciting Youth Activities at 2021 APHA World Show
June 22, 2021 Comments Off on Exciting Youth Activities at 2021 APHA World Show
The 2021 APHA World Championship Show is going to be an action-packed competition full of awards, celebrations and special events with exclusive activities for AjPHA Youth participants. This year, Youth competitors are invited to participate in the Youth Leadership Conference, horseIQ Judging Contest, Stick Horse Class, Coloring Contest, Boot Scramble and more all while being offered access to our Youth Lounge.
Continue reading …Katy Jo Zuidema and Vicky Holt Win Inaugural Carl Yamber Memorial Classes
June 22, 2021 Comments Off on Katy Jo Zuidema and Vicky Holt Win Inaugural Carl Yamber Memorial Classes
“I think it’s neat that my horse is by Machine Made, and he won Carl’s class,” Katy Jo says. “Carl and Trish were huge figures in my life growing up. Uncle Carl, as I have always called him, and my Dad did a ton of business together. Trish’s niece, Shayla, is my best friend. They are my heroes. They also helped me win the Congress the first two times in the 11 and under Hunter Under Sadlde, many moons ago. It was an honor to win this class for Carl.”
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The Minnesota Quarter Horse Association Executive Board has voted to cancel the July 8-11 Summer Jubilee show due to low number of stall reservations. The show would have been unable to be a financial success as it stands now. Thank you to those that did send in reservations and showed support! We apologize for not […]
Continue reading …Two Great Events- One Big Summer Celebration in Las Vegas
June 21, 2021 Comments Off on Two Great Events- One Big Summer Celebration in Las Vegas
2021 EMO WESTERN STATES CHAMPIONSHIP ELIGIBILITY RULES In order encourage participation by local horses and exhibitors who do not generally attend AQHA World Championship shows, certain exhibitors and horses which have had success at the World Championship shows in theL3 classes will not be eligible for the EMO Championship classes, as described below: If a horse […]
Continue reading …New AQHA World Show Adviser Program for AQHA International Members
June 21, 2021 Comments Off on New AQHA World Show Adviser Program for AQHA International Members
Are you an AQHA international member who is interested in competing at an AQHA world championship show, but are unsure how? Look no further! The Association’s new AQHA World Show Adviser Program connects international members with AQHA Professional Horsemen to support their journey to compete at an AQHA world championship show. By participating in this program, international members will be paired with an AQHA Professional Horseman to serve as their AQHA World Show Adviser.
Continue reading …Entries Open For Appaloosa Nationals and Youth World Show
June 20, 2021 Comments Off on Entries Open For Appaloosa Nationals and Youth World Show
Taking Entries Now! New Location, New Facility Rules! Please read Premium Book carefully before submitting entries or stall reservations.
Continue reading …Apply by June 30th For APHA Fall Internship Program
June 20, 2021 Comments Off on Apply by June 30th For APHA Fall Internship Program
Think you’ll be the designated coffee fetcher? Think again! You’ll be a bonafide member of the team and produce professional-quality work, while also helping the association grow. Plus, you’ll get to help plan and execute the premier edition of APHA’s exciting new fall show—the Lonestar Gathering, not to mention getting to meet and mingle with top horses and riders in the Paint community at the event.
Continue reading …AQHA Trail and VRH Ranch Trail Modifications Update
June 19, 2021 Comments Off on AQHA Trail and VRH Ranch Trail Modifications Update
If a show is held in an area impacted by COVID-related regulations that would prevent the use of these frequently touched obstacles, then the waiver is still permitted. The gate and drag obstacle may not be omitted for any other reason.
Continue reading …2021 AjPHA Make Your Mark Art & Photo Contest Winners Selected
June 19, 2021 Comments Off on 2021 AjPHA Make Your Mark Art & Photo Contest Winners Selected
APHA is excited to announce the winners of the of the annual Make Your Mark Art & Photo Contest! After receiving dozens of submissions and carefully deliberating over who this year’s victors would be, it is with great honor that APHA crowns the 2021 winners. This year’s contest featured two age divisions—13 & Under and 14–18—and encouraged Youth members to submit artwork featuring an American Paint Horse. This round of entries featured some of our favorite pieces yet, and we are lucky to have such talented Youth members.
Continue reading …Palm Desert Quarter Horses Announces Closing Their Doors
June 18, 2021 Comments Off on Palm Desert Quarter Horses Announces Closing Their Doors
“There comes a time to re-prioritize our lives and spend more time with family- to literally ‘hang up our spurs.’ We will be closing shop soon, with the NSBA World Show being our final goodbye as horse trainers. We will stay active in the industry with Keith continuing to judge and by investing in futurity horses with Mark eventually returning to the arena as an Amateur/Non-Pro in a few years.”
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