Due to the effects of the pandemic, this year’s 2020 Redbud Spectacular will have an enjoyable but modified environment with protocols to keep everyone and their horses healthy and safe. Those guidelines will incorporate the state and city ordinances, along with the processes put in place by the Oklahoma State Fair Park and best practices being developed by OQHA, which will be shared prior to the event. 

The AQHA Executive Committee and AQHA leadership are currently evaluating protocols and recommendations to implement when local, state and federal mandates are lifted and the impact of any new guidelines on AQHA shows and programs. The Executive Committee recently approved waiving the gate as a mandatory obstacle in trail, AQHA Rule SHW 466.1, and Versatility Ranch Horse trail, in addition to the obstacle drag in open, cowboy and amateur VRH ranch trail, AQHA Rule SHW561.7.

Annually, APHA offers three contests that recognizes outstanding Youth members and clubs for their involvement with their community and AjPHA. Since many events and activities have had to be canceled due to COVID-19, the application deadline for these awards will be November 1, 2020.