The American Quarter Horse Association has an exciting line-up of events planned for 2018. Mark your calendars today with these tentative dates.
Continue reading …Qualification Deadline For 2018 NSBA World Show is April 30th
February 3, 2018 Comments Off on Qualification Deadline For 2018 NSBA World Show is April 30th
Don’t forget that the qualifying deadline for the 2018 NSBA World Championship Show is April 30th! Click here to view the qualification classes.
Continue reading …Fantastic Awards Coming to 2018 AZ Sun Circuit! 33 Saddles, Rod Patrick Boots, Buckles, and More!
February 2, 2018 Comments Off on Fantastic Awards Coming to 2018 AZ Sun Circuit! 33 Saddles, Rod Patrick Boots, Buckles, and More!
Rod Patrick Ostrich Boots will be awarded to the All Around Senior Horse, Junior Horse, Amateur, Select Amateur, L1 Amateur L1 Select Amateur, Youth 13 & Under, Youth 14-18, L1 Youth, sponsored by Rod Patrick Boot Makers.
Continue reading …AQHA Convention Committee Agendas Now Online
February 2, 2018 Comments Off on AQHA Convention Committee Agendas Now Online
Even though the deadline to submit rule-change proposals for the 2018 convention was December 31, 2017, your input is encouraged and taken into consideration when decisions are being made. After all, it’s AQHA members who lead the charge toward changes that make the Association – and the equine industry – better.
Continue reading …AQHA Answers FAQ’s About New 13 and Under Classes at Youth World
February 1, 2018 Comments Off on AQHA Answers FAQ’s About New 13 and Under Classes at Youth World
There will be both a 13-&-Under world champion and a 14-18 world champion in each of these seven core classes. Each world champion will receive a coveted golden globe.
Continue reading …Book Your Sun Circuit Hotel NOW For Discounted Rates!
February 1, 2018 Comments Off on Book Your Sun Circuit Hotel NOW For Discounted Rates!
Special rates have been negotiated for Sun Circuit exhibitors at area hotels. Blocks of rooms are set-aside on a first-come, first served basis, so make sure you contact the hotels for a great rate.
Continue reading …Ranch Riding at All 2018 AQHA World Shows COULD Include Cattle
February 1, 2018 Comments Off on Ranch Riding at All 2018 AQHA World Shows COULD Include Cattle
“The class tests ranch-type horses in a show setting, so by having the option of including cattle at all of our championship- and world championship-level shows, we’re giving these equine athletes the chance to demonstrate that they have the ideal traits of a working ranch horse, which includes being around cattle with a calm and attentive demeanor.”
Continue reading …Walk-Trot Classes Coming to All AQHA L1 Championships
February 1, 2018 Comments Off on Walk-Trot Classes Coming to All AQHA L1 Championships
AQHA walk-trot classes are making their debut at the 2018 AQHA West, AQHA Central and Nutrena East Level 1 Championships this spring. Also new this year, there are no qualifying requirements to show at the AQHA Level 1 Championships. Beginning with the 2018 events, all Level 1- and Rookie-eligible exhibitors are welcome to compete at one of the Level 1 Championships.
Continue reading …ApHC Member of the Month- Tina Mahloch
January 31, 2018 Comments Off on ApHC Member of the Month- Tina Mahloch
Another thing that Tina holds dear to her heart is the Sportsmanship Award that she and her family started when they joined the Wisconsin Appaloosa Horse Club in 2011. Tina, Daryl, and Anthony felt it was important to highlight an individual that really represents the breed and shows good membership skills.
Continue reading …2018 Paint Horse Championship Criteria Adjustments Focus on National Recognition for Regional Exhibitors
January 31, 2018 Comments Off on 2018 Paint Horse Championship Criteria Adjustments Focus on National Recognition for Regional Exhibitors
New for 2018:
– The Paint Horse Championship must take place at a 1-, 2-, 3- or 4-judge show within the host zone.
– The event cannot take place at a Zone show.
– Exhibitors’ eligibility criteria has been modified:
– Halter exhibitors cannot have placed in the Top Five in a halter class at the APHA World Championship Show within the last 10 years (2009–2018) or won a Paint Horse Championship halter class the previous year.
– Performance exhibitors cannot have placed in the Top 10 in a performance class at the APHA World Championship Show within the last 10 years (2009–2018) or won a Paint Horse Championship halter class the previous year.
– Horse eligibility restrictions based on past World Show performances have been eliminated.
– Paint Horse Championship entry fees cannot exceed $20 per class