AQHA International Educational Marketplace Clinics
March 27, 2021 Comments Off on AQHA International Educational Marketplace Clinics
In 2020, AQHA supported 20 Educational Marketplace Clinics, many of which allowed for U.S.-based clinicians to develop and publish virtual clinics through an online learning platform. Countries that experienced the benefit of this grant in 2020 included Argentina, Belgium, Canada, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, France, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Panama, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
Continue reading …ApHC Enters Into Contract Negotiations With Illinois State Fairgrounds
March 26, 2021 Comments Off on ApHC Enters Into Contract Negotiations With Illinois State Fairgrounds
In a special session held March 24, 2021, the Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC) Board of Directors voted to enter into contract negotiations with the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, Illinois, to host the 2022 and 2023 National and Youth World Championship Shows with an option for a third year. The 2022 show would be tentatively scheduled for June 21-July 2.
Continue reading …That’s A Wrap- Concluding 2021 AQHA Convention
March 26, 2021 Comments Off on That’s A Wrap- Concluding 2021 AQHA Convention
Modifications to AQHA Bylaws, as well as registration-related items, were reviewed by AQHA members and the AQHA Board of Directors at convention. Per the Association’s bylaws, the board of directors has the final authority when it comes to changes or additions to AQHA’s bylaws and rules of registration. The Association will publish more information at a later date regarding the rule changes recommended by these two committees and approved by the board of directors.
Continue reading …Preferential Stalling with Exhibitor Sponsorship Program at APHA World and APHA BTHF
March 26, 2021 Comments Off on Preferential Stalling with Exhibitor Sponsorship Program at APHA World and APHA BTHF
While the Exhibitor Sponsorship Program allows participants a choice of stalling location, they will still need to complete an online stall reservation form. Stall reservations will be paired with the level of sponsorship selected and on a first-come, first-paid basis to determine the order of priority stall placement. The sponsorship determines priority for placement in the exhibitor’s barn of choice, not the exact stall location.
Continue reading …WCHA Hall of Fame- Honoring Excellence in the Halter Horse Industry
March 25, 2021 Comments Off on WCHA Hall of Fame- Honoring Excellence in the Halter Horse Industry
Do you know an individual or horse that is deserving of being inducted into the WCHA Hall of Fame? Nomination applications are due by June 1st. Please review the criteria for each category and help us honor those who have created a lasting mark on the conformation industry.
Continue reading …Zippos Sensation and Im Good To The Max Claim Top Earner Spots For 2020 APHA Breeders’ Trust
March 24, 2021 Comments Off on Zippos Sensation and Im Good To The Max Claim Top Earner Spots For 2020 APHA Breeders’ Trust
In 2020, the Breeders’ Trust paid out more than $410,000 to participants, with a per-point value of $11.34. This increase came from a smaller number of points being paid out due to COVID-19 show cancellations. With increased shows in 2021, it is expected for the point value to decrease for the 2021 show year.
Continue reading …Blind Horsemanship Challenge at MQHA Maple Leaf Show
March 24, 2021 Comments Off on Blind Horsemanship Challenge at MQHA Maple Leaf Show
The class is open to all age of non-pro riders. The entry fee is $40 per horse, and there is no limit to the number of entries. During the class, all exhibitors will face the wall and aren’t allowed to watch other competitors compete their patterns. Each competitor will be allowed 60 seconds to look at the pattern. Then, each competitor must turn around and complete the pattern. Rail work will take place following the pattern work. Cash prizes include $250 for first place, $150 for second place, and $100 for third place.
Continue reading …APHA Markel Youth Virtual Program Series
March 24, 2021 Comments Off on APHA Markel Youth Virtual Program Series
APHA recently released a virtual program series for Youth Paint Horse enthusiasts, and we are excited to announce Markel Insurance as the program’s sponsor. Between the prepared speech, hippology, and horse bowl contests, Markel Insurance will be awarding $3,000 in scholarships!
Continue reading …AQHA President Norman K. Luba Highlights Plan For the Future
March 23, 2021 Comments Off on AQHA President Norman K. Luba Highlights Plan For the Future
Finally, the Executive Committee is implementing the 2021 Commission on AQHA Competitive Events. This will be an ambitious and comprehensive three-year plan to ensure the continuous improvement of AQHA’s competitive events. It is anticipated the results of this endeavor will take effect January 1, 2025. It will require the involvement of each AQHA Standing Committee that touches AQHA competitive events in any way. More information will be discussed with the various AQHA committees in the near future.
Continue reading …APHA’s Midwest Regional Clubs to Debut Exciting New Joint Show Series in May
March 23, 2021 Comments Off on APHA’s Midwest Regional Clubs to Debut Exciting New Joint Show Series in May
The four regional Paint Horse clubs that make up APHA’s “Zone 8” have collaborated to create an exciting new joint-event series called The Great 8 Midwest Connection. The circuit includes three, four-judge Paint-o-Rama horse shows, which will be jointly hosted by the regional shows. The circuit series builds on the success of events that were jointly hosted in 2019 and 2020 by participating Zone 8 regional paint clubs. Zone 8 regional paint horse clubs hosted the #1 (Fall Color Classic, Michigan Paint Horse Club) and #11 (Border Bash, Michigan/Ohio Paint Horse Clubs) horse shows for 2020.
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