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.
September 21, 2022 | News and Publications
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Ranching
The AQHA Executive Committee recently approved two new AQHA Ranching Heritage Breeders.
September 20, 2022 | News and Publications
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Ranch Trail
Qualifying information has been announced for the 2023 AQHA VRH World; AQHA RHC Finals; AQHA Cattle Level 1 Championships; and NRSHA National Championships.
September 19, 2022
Since 1947, Wrangler® has epitomized authentic western fashion and embodied the lifestyle of the American West.
September 16, 2022 | News and Publications
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Ranching
The magic cross of Doc’s Starlight and Peppy San Badger produced three undeniably successful stallions: Grays Starlight, Gallo Del Cielo and Paddys Irish Whiskey.
September 06, 2022 | AQHA Services
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Customer Service
View the AQHA Weekly Service Report to see how the AQHA Member Experience Team is working to better serve AQHA members worldwide.