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.
May 19, 2023 | News and Publications
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Drift To Skip earns Top Ranching Heritage-bred award at the Nutrena East AQHA Level 1 Championships.
May 02, 2023 | News and Publications
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The AQHA Executive Committee recently reviewed and took action on recommendations from the AQHA Board of Directors, which met at the 2023 AQHA Convention in Fort Worth, Texas.
April 26, 2023 | News and Publications
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View the recently approved recommendations from the AQHA Ranching Committee, which were approved by the AQHA Executive Committee.
April 20, 2023 | News and Publications
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Creek Plantation of Martin, South Carolina, wins the AQHA Best Remuda Award.
April 10, 2023 | News and Publications
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The AQHA Executive Committee recently approved a new AQHA Ranching Heritage Breeder.