Young Adult
Young Adult Programs
Learn more about the leadership and educational opportunities available to young adult members ages 19-35 years old.
AQHA offers a variety of unique programs designed specifically for young adult members to increase their leadership skills and knowledge of the equine industry.
AQHLead
Developing young leaders in the equine industry.
AQHLead, presented by Farnam, is a leadership program that connects AQHA members ages 21-35 with contacts, resources, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Apply by December 31, 2024.
AQHA Emerging Leader Award
Celebrating the accomplishments of AQHA's exceptional young adult members ages 21-35.
Emerging Leader awards celebrate the influence our AQHA young adults have in their respective areas – professionally, civically and in our industry.
College-Aged Membership
Reduced membership fees for college-aged members.
AQHA and AQHYA have come together to slash adult membership fees for college-aged adults.
Governance and Convention
Supporting future leaders in accomplishing their dreams.
Each spring, AQHA members gather for the annual AQHA convention to review member-submitted rule changes, appoint new AQHA directors, induct new American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame members and elect the AQHA Executive Committee.
Of The West
View the official job platform of AQHA.
At its core, Of The West was designed to fill a large void when it comes to the job-seeking and hiring process, specifically within the agriculture and western industries.
February 12, 2025 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
AQHYA challenges youth members to join Our Mission: Powering Up at the 2025 Youth Excellence Seminar, slated for July 8-10, in Amarillo!
February 06, 2025 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
The American Quarter Horse Association presents the AQHA Emerging Leader Award winners for 2025, presented by Farnam.
January 15, 2025 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
The American Quarter Horse Association introduces the AQHLead Class of 2025, presented by Farnam, and supported by the American Quarter Horse Foundation.
January 07, 2025 | AQHA Services
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Ranching
Mark your calendar with the tentative dates for these 2025 AQHA events.
December 19, 2024 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Foundation scholarship program
The deadline to apply for an American Quarter Horse Foundation scholarship is January 15.