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 20, 2020 | AQHA Services
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Customer Service
While you enjoy some of your favorite equine events, take advantage of the many AQHA services that can be handled for you by the AQHA Member Experience Team at some of those locations.
January 20, 2020 | News and Publications
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Ranching
These North Dakota ranchers focus on raising horses that owners could love and enjoy.
January 19, 2020 | News and Publications
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Ranching
The ranch does things the old-fashioned way, including breeding and raising American Quarter Horses.
January 14, 2020 | News and Publications
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Ranching
Tips on tack, equipment and attire to read before you head into an AQHA ranch horse class.
January 14, 2020 | News and Publications
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Ranching
The Matador Ranch in Matador, Texas, has been raising American Quarter Horses to use on the ranch for 50 years.