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.
May 15, 2019
Check out AQHA’s top-11 suggestions for a fun summer with your American Quarter Horse.
April 16, 2019 | News and Publications
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Get Started with Horses
Applications are now being accepted for the new Time to Ride program, which is designed to introduce school-age children to horseback riding and horse care in a safe, welcoming environment.
April 16, 2019 | News and Publications
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Get Started with Horses
What American Quarter Horse owners need to know about the AQHA Microchip Pilot Project.
April 09, 2019 | News and Publications
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Trail riding
Nine tips for training your horse not to spook – and how to deal with a horse when it spooks.
April 02, 2019 | News and Publications
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Ranching
AQHA President Stan Weaver shares his thoughts on the new AQHA computer system and website with AQHA members.
March 19, 2019 | About AQHA
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Get Started with Horses
Horses don’t just fill up space in your busy schedule; they fill up a place in your heart.
March 11, 2019
The 2019-2020 AQHA Executive Committee was elected at the AQHA convention in Fort Worth, Texas.
March 10, 2019
AQHA launches pilot project, beginning with education about the benefits of microchipping.
March 03, 2019
The new AQHA.com is custom built with members and visitors in mind.
February 26, 2019 | Trail Riding
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Trail riding
A good horse makes all the difference. Read about six qualities to look for when shopping for a trail-riding partner.
February 13, 2019
AQHA breaks down the Association’s rule-change process, starting from when an AQHA member submits a rule change to when new rules become approved.
February 06, 2019
Be sure to attend the Equine Industry Business Workshop and Town Hall Meeting March 8 during the AQHA Convention in Fort Worth, Texas.
February 05, 2019 | News and Publications
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AQHA directors and committee members
Find out why you need to make reservations to attend the 2019 AQHA Convention in Fort Worth, Texas.
February 01, 2019 | News and Publications
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AQHA websites
AQHA Executive Vice President Craig Huffhines shares information regarding efforts from key industry stakeholders, external to AQHA staff, to raise funds to potentially relocate AQHA Headquarters.
January 28, 2019 | Showing
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Ranching
Learn how to select the proper western bit for horse training, including what kind of curb bit you should use first.
January 28, 2019 | Timed Events
Book your hotel room prior to February 14 for the 2019 AQHA Convention to receive a special rate.
January 25, 2019
The AQHA Standing Committee agendas for the 2019 AQHA Convention are posted online.
January 04, 2019 | Trail Riding
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Get Started with Horses
With the right horse-health care, horses are built to weather winter.
December 03, 2018 | Trail Riding
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Ranching
World champion to compete at Road to the Horse