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.
July 09, 2019 | Ranching
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AQHYA members can earn scholarships by raising a weanling from an AQHA Ranching Heritage Breeder; the priority deadline to apply is August 15.
July 08, 2019 | Ranching
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Ranching
This top American Quarter Horse sire is a legend in ranching, rodeoing and racing.
July 08, 2019 | Ranching
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Ranching
Join AQHA in Rapid City, South Dakota, for the next AQHA Ranching Heritage Challenge on July 26-27.
July 03, 2019 | Ranching
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Ranching
Tips and best practices for hosting a ranch horse production sale.
July 01, 2019 | Ranching
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Ranching
Learn the basics of horse training for Versatility Ranch Horse competition.