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 classes – ranch riding, ranch trail, ranch reining, ranch cow work 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.
January 18, 2022 | News and Publications
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Conferences, conventions and seminars
Join AQHA for the 2022 AQHA Convention February 25-28 at the South Point Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas to make a difference in your Association!
January 18, 2022 | News and Publications
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Ranching
The AQHA Standing Committee agendas for the 2022 AQHA Convention are available online.
January 18, 2022 | Ranching
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Ranching
Ranchers are invited to attend the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association February 1-3 in Houston.
January 07, 2022 | Ranching
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Ranching
Montana hosts Ranching Heritage Challenge, with an SDP Blue Blood gelding the big winner.
January 05, 2022 | News and Publications
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Ranching
Mark your calendar with the tentative dates for these 2022 AQHA events.