Double Qualifying Incentive For Versatility Ranch Horse Competitors
July 28, 2020 Comments Off on Double Qualifying Incentive For Versatility Ranch Horse Competitors
The American Quarter Horse Association Executive Committee approved offering the John Deere VRH Double-Qualifying Incentive, a special side pot available only to Versatility Ranch Horse competitors who qualified for the 2020 AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse World Championships and who also qualify for the 2021 AQHA VRH World.
Continue reading …2020 APHA World Show Entries Now Open
July 27, 2020 Comments Off on 2020 APHA World Show Entries Now Open
This year’s show features all Youth, Amateur and Open world championship classes. Some highlights of this year’s event—which takes place September 18–October 4 in Fort Worth, Texas—include the following:
Continue reading …Last Minute Reminders for AQHA Youth World
July 25, 2020 Comments Off on Last Minute Reminders for AQHA Youth World
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has affected the show and its structure in a variety of ways. Before heading to the OKC Fairgrounds, be sure you check out the Ford Youth World Health Protocols to ensure you are up to date on local, state and federal mandates in addition to AQHA and OKC Fairgrounds policies. This is to protect the health and safety of all exhibitors, staff and show personnel. Not only will this assist with protecting your health, but it will also protect upcoming equine events.
Continue reading …Moses/Made Ya Look Win EC Maiden 3 and Over WP, Green/Nothin But Nett Wins 3 and Over Novice Horse WP at The Madness
July 24, 2020 Comments Off on Moses/Made Ya Look Win EC Maiden 3 and Over WP, Green/Nothin But Nett Wins 3 and Over Novice Horse WP at The Madness
In The Equine Chronicle 3 and Over Maiden Horse Western Pleasure, the winner was Aaron Moses with Made Ya Look for Brent and Kate Bamford. This team won $15,000. Second place was Kristy Starnes with The Lopin Illusion, winning $7,500. Third was Clay Arrington with Made In The Dark, winning $5,000. Fourth was Mike Hachtel with The Best Principles for Jane Backes, winning $3,500. Splitting fifth was Chris Jones with Sheza Good Mechanic, winning $2,750 for Kassandra Fordice and Brian Cox with Theexclusivemartini, winning $2,750 for Jeffrey Carpenter.
Continue reading …AQHA Select World Postponed; Youth World Still a Go
July 23, 2020 Comments Off on AQHA Select World Postponed; Youth World Still a Go
“Several factors went into the consideration of this difficult decision, including but not limited to the health and safety of attendees, many of whom are within the largest at-risk age range and have expressed their concerns about attending the event, in addition to the total number of COVID-19 cases reported in Fort Worth,” said Justin Billings, AQHA chief show officer. “We are currently living in a world full of uncertainty. However, what is certain is that AQHA leadership and staff are committed to listening to our members and protecting the health and safety of our exhibitors, members and staff during this unprecedented time. This means making decisions, like this one, that are in the best interest of the well-being of our Select members, who fall within the largest at-risk age group.”
Continue reading …Trail Futurities, Added Money, and Awards Coming to Arizona Fall Shows
July 23, 2020 Comments Off on Trail Futurities, Added Money, and Awards Coming to Arizona Fall Shows
Now there is even more to celebrate this fall with new futurities, saddle awards, and added money at the AZ Fall Championship and Pinnacle Circuit. With two circuits and twice the fun at the huge WestWorld facilities in Scottsdale, Arizona Quarter Horse Association is delivering exactly what exhibitors are looking for. The shows run from September 26 through October 4.
Continue reading …Share Your Recipe With AQHA For the AQHA Cookbook
July 22, 2020 Comments Off on Share Your Recipe With AQHA For the AQHA Cookbook
A recipe is more than just a few ingredients thrown together. A recipe represents memories with friends and family who gathered ’round to enjoy it. It’s the cookies you bring to a horse show to share with fellow competitors. It’s the branding meal cowboys look forward to after a long day’s work. It’s the unforgettable moments created sitting around a table, horse stall, arena, trailer or backyard. We’d love to see your recipes and hear your horse tales that accompany them.
Continue reading …2020-2021 AjPHA Executive Committee Named
July 21, 2020 Comments Off on 2020-2021 AjPHA Executive Committee Named
Congratulations to the newly elected 2020-2021 AjPHA Executive Committee officers! This group of leaders will be responsible for overseeing AjPHA business, reporting the status of the association and helping govern and direct the course of AjPHA.
Continue reading …APHA Announces Inaugural Paint Alternative Competition World Championship E-Show
July 20, 2020 Comments Off on APHA Announces Inaugural Paint Alternative Competition World Championship E-Show
APHA is excited to announce plans to offer the inaugural Paint Alternative Competition World Championship E-Show in early September 2020, taking place just before the APHA World Championship Show. Entries will open August 22 and close on September 7 at 5 p.m. CST.
Continue reading …AQHA National Day of the Cowboy to be Held Virtually
July 20, 2020 Comments Off on AQHA National Day of the Cowboy to be Held Virtually
The National Day of the Cowboy is celebrated around the country, including Amarillo. This year, due to concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the health and welfare of visitors and staff, the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum in Amarillo will be hosting the 10th annual event as a virtual celebration, brought to you by presenting sponsor Amarillo National Bank.
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