2015 NSBA World Show Dates Announced, 2015 NSBA Handbook Released
January 9, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 NSBA World Show Dates Announced, 2015 NSBA Handbook Released
The 2015 NSBA World Championship Show & Breeders Championship Futurity will take place August 8-16, 2015. Look for additional information, including a complete schedule of events and activities in the following months.
Continue reading …Cropout Paints Have Lower Registration Rates in 2015
January 9, 2015 Comments Off on Cropout Paints Have Lower Registration Rates in 2015
Cropout Paints—those horses who have Quarter Horse or Thoroughbred lineage, but were born with white-splashed coats—have long been a valuable part of APHA. Since the repeal of the “One Paint-Parent” rule in 2012, these horses of color are once again eligible for APHA registration, provided they meet color requirements outlined in Rule RG-070 in the Official APHA Rule Book.
Continue reading …Are You Ready For the 2015 Buckeye Classic Blowout? Reservations Open Feb. 7th!
January 8, 2015 Comments Off on Are You Ready For the 2015 Buckeye Classic Blowout? Reservations Open Feb. 7th!
Judges have been announced for the 2015 Buckeye Classic and are as follows: Scott Neuman, Rhonda Replogle, Robin Frid, Brett Clark, Tom Robertson, Sissy Anderson, Larry Hansch, and Nancy Sue Ryan.
Continue reading …2015 AjPHA Youth Leadership Conference: Feb 27- March 1
January 8, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 AjPHA Youth Leadership Conference: Feb 27- March 1
What’s included?
– Stellar speakers including Dr. Rick Rigsby, Lt. Detective Scott Tucker, APHA Executive Director Billy Smith, APHA Director of Judges Dave Dellin, Senior Director of Show and Contest Holly Slaughter and APHA social media expert Rachel Florman.
– Discussions and problem-solving forums about industry-relevant topics and issues
– Interaction and input with the Youth Committee and APHA national directors
– Leadership and team-building activities
– Opportunities to meet Paint leaders from across the country
AQHA Celebrating 75th Anniversary With Commemorative Member Cards, Belt Buckles, Boots, and Much More
January 7, 2015 Comments Off on AQHA Celebrating 75th Anniversary With Commemorative Member Cards, Belt Buckles, Boots, and Much More
As part of our celebration of the 75th anniversary, we’re releasing commemorative membership cards featuring the 75th anniversary insignia and design. All new and renewing adult members will receive the card. Life members can request one for free.
Continue reading …APHA Show Management Manual Available Online
January 7, 2015 Comments Off on APHA Show Management Manual Available Online
Are you putting on an APHA-approved show in 2015? Or maybe you want to give it a shot, but aren’t quite sure where to start? APHA’s 2015 Show Management Manual is now available online—it’s full of valuable information to help you run a successful competition.
Continue reading …NRHA Buy A Pro Program Starts Jan. 2015
January 6, 2015 Comments Off on NRHA Buy A Pro Program Starts Jan. 2015
“Beginners and accomplished riders alike will benefit from attending one of these private training packages on location at a professional’s facility,” said Hayley Lewallen NRHA Sr. Coordinator of Marketing and oversees the NRHyA.
Continue reading …Congratulations 2015 Appaloosa Youth Directors!
January 6, 2015 Comments Off on Congratulations 2015 Appaloosa Youth Directors!
Aspen Willems, Shae Lynn Johnson, Teresa Job, Kendall Woellmer, Regan O’Donnell-Smith, Audrey Pauline Worthing, Ethan Graham Faeth, Brooke Bancroft, Taylor Lee Broyles, Dawson Simpson, Kyle England, Makaylah Nichole Fordham, Mackenzie Purvis,Taylor Cartmell, Raechel Victoria Councill, and Whitney Joy
Continue reading …Congratulations APHA Zone High Point Champions!
January 6, 2015 Comments Off on Congratulations APHA Zone High Point Champions!
Zone high-point trophies are awarded annually at APHA zone shows around the country, and APHA is excited to celebrate our 2014 trophy recipients. The exclusive trophy features a Paint Horse sculpture designed by Marrita McMillian set on a decorative wooden base; each is personalized for the winner after the show and shipped directly to the horse owner in the Open and Solid Paint-Bred divisions and to the exhibitor in Amateur and Youth divisions.
Continue reading …First AQHA Para-Reining Classes Will Take Place at AZ. Sun Circuit
January 6, 2015 Comments Off on First AQHA Para-Reining Classes Will Take Place at AZ. Sun Circuit
The first American Quarter Horse Association-approved para-reining classes are slated for January 30-31 at the Arizona Sun Circuit in Scottsdale. The classes will also be approved by World Para Reining and the first event in the WPR series. A championship saddle, top-10 awards and world champion title will be awarded at the end of the series.
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