An APHA judge and Markel APHA Professional Horseman, Rick McLain of Benbrook, Texas, has more than 50 years experience in the horse industry. A lifetime APHA member, Alison Umberger of Broad Run, Virginia, has more than 25 years of experience with Paint Horses.

These are paid positions with hourly wages starting at $10.00 and higher, depending on job and skill level. Positions are seasonal (temporary) and run the duration of the Stock Show. Valid ID and additional documentation for I-9 verification is required. Applicants must be 18 years or older, eligible to work in the U.S. and submit to a background check. NWSS is a drug and alcohol free employer.

– AQHA Drug Rules and How to Be Compliant, presented by Dr. Stephen A. Schumacher, United States Equestrian Federation chief administrator, drugs & medicine
– Financial Security, presented by Bank of America
– Is Anyone Talking About What We Are Doing Well?, presented by Dr. Jim Heird, AQHA second vice president
– More Than Just Winning!, presented by AQHA Professional Horseman Al Dunning

The following shows are either approved, not approved, or have approval pending for OQHA Points. Click here to download a .pdf of the 2017 OQHA Show Schedule  Please note: Per the OQHA Rulebook, Article XII Section 1: No weekday show, except shows held on national holidays, shall count for state points and team points.” Additionally, if […]

The winning bidder will receive a certificate to nominate the resulting Appaloosa foal to be eligible for the Stallion Service Auction Two-Year-Old Incentive classes at the World Championship Appaloosa Show. The Two-Year-Old Incentive classes are offered in halter, hunter under saddle and western pleasure. 75% of funds earned through the Stallion Service Auction, 75% of the funds earned through paid nominations and a portion of class entry fees are divided evenly and paid out in these classes! E

The inaugural AQHA Select World Championship Show was held in 2003 in Amarillo, where it has remained since that time.

Competitors have the opportunity to win thousands at the 2017 Sun Circuit, which will take place March 4-12 at WestWorld in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Participants’ credits, whether hours, points or both, are added together and kept on a SOAR account and by submitting a reporting form. As participants move up to each new level with your Pinto, a certificate and the prize that coincides with that milestone will be delivered.