In case you haven’t looked at the calendar recently the Pinto World Championship Show is fast approaching! The 2017 PWC will take place June 12-14 at the Built Ford Tough Complex in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Scroll below for all the important details you need to know. PtHA News PWC Entries are due April 25, 2017. Make sure […]

An AQHA Trail Challenge is a judged course that tests a horse and rider’s ability to work as a team and navigate through natural obstacles they might experience on a trail. By competing in a trail challenge, riders enhance their horsemanship skills while learning about safety and fun on the trail.

Listen up, Zone 8 residents—the Great Lakes Paint Horse Championship takes place June 16–18 at the two-judge MPHC Summer Mixer in Hastings, Michigan. Also included is a ranch riding clinic with Jim Dudley, special events on Friday evening and a split-combined show schedule.

AQHA Publicity New American Quarter Horse Association judges were recently approved by the AQHA Executive and Judges committees after the Latin American Summit in Costa Rica. Applicants were approved based on test scores and other criteria by the AQHA Judges Committee. After approval from the Judges Committee, a list of potential candidates were reviewed and approved by […]

M.L. Belcher Jr. of Holliday, Texas
Nonie Casselman-Reed of Stephenville, Texas
Larry Grantier of Winnett, Montana
Jelmer E. Johnson of Torrington, Wyoming
Mr. and Mrs. Roger D. Kraft of Austin, Minnesota
Gordon B. Mason of Killarney, Manitoba
Frank Perkins of Flint, Texas
Pat and Eddy Sparks of Taber, Alberta
The Daube Co. of Ardmore, Oklahoma
Melvin R. and Evelyn R. Thomas of Jordan, Montana
Donald A. Woitte of Clive, Alberta
J-D Inc. of Geneva, Nebraska
Gene Hunt of Faith, South Dakota

Pattern books are now available at Mark Harrell Horse Shows. Download them for free at home because there will be a charge at the horse show. Attention Ranch Riders, there are custom patterns!

Do you know an outstanding APHA member who embodies everything our awesome organization stands for? Someone who goes above and beyond to inspire, nurture, promote and provide meaningful experiences for those who love the versatile Paint Horse?

The day’s action featured a meet that came down to the final ride and a couple of impressive performances from two SEC teams looking to show they are a force to be reckoned with as well.

“It is especially important to recognize these up-and-coming exhibitors to encourage their accomplishments separate from the more experienced riders,” Jennifer said. “The skills learned both in and out of the arena help provide a foundation for success in many facets of life for these Youth and hopefully encouraging their passion for the Paint Horse will create a life-long Paint enthusiast. For a Novice exhibitor, a special buckle represents a reward which they can wear proudly to commemorate their arena success.”