AQHA Trail Riding Overview
Welcome to AQHA Trail Riding
Hit the trails with your American Quarter Horse!
We know there's not much better than hitting a beautiful trail with your trusty American Quarter Horse and some of your closest friends. At AQHA, we're along for the ride, offering you an incentive program that rewards the time you spend in the saddle. We also want to help you find riding buddies and the best, most horse-friendly trails. So, saddle up and get ready for new horseback riding adventures with AQHA!
Programs
Get involved with AQHA's trail riding programs, and enjoy the trails to the fullest.
The AQHA Horseback Riding and STEP programs are rewarding and fulfilling, and they'll help you enjoy your time with your trail-riding American Quarter Horses for years to come.
Trail Riding News and Blogs
Enjoy your trail-riding lifestyle to the fullest with helpful tips, touching stories and the latest news you need to know about your favorite pastime.
AQHA is committed to helping you stay in the know about trail-riding news, plus we offer tips and tricks that will help you and your American Quarter Horse get the most out of your trail-riding adventures.
August 27, 2019 | News and Publications
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Trail riding
Learn how to influence direction by controlling your horse’s feet.
August 17, 2019 | News and Publications
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Get Started with Horses
Follow these leather care tips and your tack could last a lifetime.
August 15, 2019 | News and Publications
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Get Started with Horses
Are you game for some fun ways to test your horse and improve your riding ability?
August 10, 2019 | News and Publications
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Training
Teach your horse to pick up his feet – so you don't have to.
August 05, 2019 | News and Publications
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Wellness
With these tips for proper preparation, you can help protect your horse from natural disasters.
July 21, 2019 | About AQHA
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Registering/transfer
Weigh the costs and benefits of keeping a horse at home, boarding, leasing or taking lessons.
July 17, 2019 | Trail Riding
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STEP program (stewards for trails, education & partnerships)
Knowing who has the right of way, rules for group riding, tail ribbon colors and Leave No Trace ethics will make you safer and more polite on the trail.
July 03, 2019 | News and Publications
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Healthcare and medication
Learn how to treat an open wound on a horse and watch for signs of shock.
July 02, 2019 | Trail Riding
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Get Started with Horses
Incorporate this girth-safety program into your pre-horseback riding routine.
July 01, 2019 | Trail Riding
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Trail riding
Horse enthusiasts are encouraged to volunteer their time to preserve trails and apply for trail conservation funding by August 1.
June 27, 2019 | Trail Riding
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Grooming
When life gets tough, turn to your barn buddy for a little equine therapy.
June 20, 2019 | News and Publications
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Million Dollar races
New Mexico’s Ruidoso Valley is a hidden gem for the whole family.
June 19, 2019 | News and Publications
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Healthcare and medication
Learn to spot and prevent equine overheating, heat stroke and heat-stress symptoms.
June 12, 2019 | News and Publications
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Trail riding
Hills can be one of the biggest challenges to your horse when trail riding. Here’s how to do it safely.
June 10, 2019 | About AQHA
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Equine art and photography
Your photo could be featured in the 2020 AQHA Calendar.
June 07, 2019 | News and Publications
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The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame and Museum
American Quarter Horse Hall of Famer Dr. Tom Lenz recognized for advocacy of humane treatment of horses.
June 05, 2019 | News and Publications
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Ranch Horse Journal
AQHA Media earns awards for equine journalism through the AHP Equine Media Awards program.
May 24, 2019 | News and Publications
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Get Started with Horses
Getting outdoors and taking a friend riding are two amazing ways to enjoy the beauty and freedom of summer.
May 15, 2019
Check out AQHA’s top-11 suggestions for a fun summer with your American Quarter Horse.
May 15, 2019 | News and Publications
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Ranching
Are you prepared to keep your horses safe? Use this checklist and advice to protect your herd and horse property.