AQHA Ranching Overview
Welcome to AQHA Ranching
American Quarter Horses and ranching go hand in hand, and it's our goal at AQHA to preserve that working tradition.
Competitions
There are a variety of ways to compete in ranching events with your American Quarter Horse.
The Versatility Ranch Horse competition promotes the athletic ability and versatility of the horse and is demonstrated in five riding classes plus one conformation class – ranch riding, ranch trail, ranch reining, ranch cow work, ranch cutting and ranch conformation. There are divisions for open, amateur, cowboy and youth. For complete rules and regulations, refer to the AQHA Official Handbook of Rules and Regulations.
Programs
AQHA offers programs for all ages that celebrate the ranching American Quarter Horse.
AQHA has a ranching competition or breeding program that suites the talents and pedigree of your ranch-bred American Quarter Horse. Learn more, and get started!
News and Blogs
From awards and event coverage to touching stories from the ranch, we're covering every aspect of the ranching industry for you.
Never miss the latest news, blogs and coverage from your ranching community. Tune in to the latest from AQHA.
September 26, 2024
Rick Hinderer Knives, headquartered in Shreve, Ohio, are built with one primary goal in mind—toughness.
September 11, 2024 | News and Publications
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AQHA announces the newest American Quarter Horse breeders who hit their 50th cumulative, 50th consecutive and 75-year anniversaries of breeding the world’s most versatile horse.
September 09, 2024
View the auction catalog and register to bid online.
August 26, 2024
The Legacy Ranch Horse Sale is proud to announce its 9th annual event, taking place on September 14th at the Prescott Rodeo Grounds.
July 31, 2024 | News and Publications
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AQHA is proud to announce Platinum Performance as the title sponsor of the 2024 AQHA Ranch Horse Classic at the 2024 Nutrena World Championship Show.