APHA’s much-anticipated Youth World Games will be postponed to 2021 after the worldwide coronavirus crisis forced the European Paint Horse Championship’s cancelation. Teams from twelve countries had entered what was to be Germany’s second time hosting the Games. Now they’ll have an additional year to raise funds for the trip and to prepare for the competition.

The Board said one of its top priorities right now is finding a way for the Youth World Show to take place later this year, either by securing a new date, or by adding youth classes to the ApHC World Championship Show in October. As a first step to help its youth members, the Board approved a motion yesterday to add an additional year of eligibility for every youth competitor. Details will be released on June 3.

On May 18th, Gov. Greg Abbott released details about the continued reopening of the State of Texas. In addition to the reopening of bars, child care services, and the expansion of the allowable occupancy limits for restaurants, there was a note regarding Rodeos and Equestrian events with a date for reopening allowable on May 22nd. Given […]

The Oklahoma Paint Horse Club’s Welcome Back to the World show is approved to take place May 23rd-24th at the OKC Fairgrounds. To our knowledge, this will be one of the first horse show approved to take place since the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered travel following the Arizona Sun Circuit. There are a few important things […]

“The Redbud Spectacular received official approval to host the show at the OK State Fair Park as scheduled. The OQHA is excited to be able to provide the show for our exhibitors, and we are working with the Fair Park on implementing appropriate health safety precautions. More information will be forthcoming in the next weeks. In the meantime, we are encouraging everyone to pre-enter online and reserve your stalls as soon as possible.”

The Appaloosa Horse Club Board of Directors met on Wednesday to discuss a variety of issues related to ongoing operations and the effect COVID-19 is having on the National Show and regional shows. The Board has continued the meeting to next Wednesday, May 20. By that time, the Governor of Texas will have made updated decisions on entering the next phase of re-opening in the State which will allow us to make a final decision concerning the National Show. At that time, we’ll issue an immediate press release to members who are anxiously awaiting this decision. We appreciate your patience as we navigate this important decision weighing all factors and information available. 

Keep your spirits up and your eyes focused on the future. We will reunite again at a-bigger-than-ever horse show in November 2020. For now, we wish that you and your family stay well.