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.
January 14, 2020 | News and Publications
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Equestrian leisure activities
It's possible to take a good horse-training technique and run it into the ground.
January 13, 2020 | News and Publications
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Trail riding
Improve horseback riding for both you and your horse by building confidence.
January 09, 2020 | News and Publications
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Ranching
A look back at great moments from 2019!
January 09, 2020 | News and Publications
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Trail riding
Whether you're horseback riding or working from the ground, heed these safety tips to keep you and your horse out of trouble.
January 08, 2020 | News and Publications
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Ranching
Dick and Becky Grusing of Kansas have been breeding good-minded American Quarter Horses for 50 years.
January 07, 2020 | News and Publications
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Conferences, conventions and seminars
Find out why you need to make reservations to attend the 2020 AQHA Convention in Las Vegas.
December 13, 2019 | News and Publications
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Get Started with Horses
Every owner should know how to record a horse’s vital signs, what are normal levels – and not.
December 11, 2019 | News and Publications
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Equestrian Fitness
Is your goal to get in shape for the New Year? Become a stronger, more athletic rider with these tips.
December 10, 2019 | News and Publications
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Horseback riding program
Submit your hourly log sheets for the AQHA Horseback Riding Program before it’s too late!
December 10, 2019 | News and Publications
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Ranching
The 2020 AQHA Official Handbook of Rules and Regulations is now available online and in print.
December 03, 2019 | News and Publications
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Get Started with Horses
Take the extra step to keep your horses and barn safe from fire hazards this winter.
November 19, 2019 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Foundation ambassadors program
Join the Texas drivers who support the American Quarter Horse Foundation with American Quarter Horse specialty license plates.
November 08, 2019 | News and Publications
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The American Quarter Horse Journal
I was stressing over finding time to ride; my family helped me find it.
November 03, 2019 | News and Publications
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Equestrian leisure activities
Riding circles is one of five basic exercises that will help you communicate with your horse – no matter what discipline you ride.
October 30, 2019 | News and Publications
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AQHA alliance partners
AQHA shares updated information regarding efforts from industry stake holders, external to AQHA staff, to potentially relocate AQHA Headquarters.
October 29, 2019 | News and Publications
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The American Quarter Horse Journal
Riding spirals is one of five basic exercises that will help you communicate with your horse no matter what discipline you ride.
October 23, 2019 | News and Publications
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Get Started with Horses
Keep your horse hydrated in the cold winter months with tips from these experts.
October 21, 2019 | News and Publications
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Trail riding
These horse-friendly national parks are must-haves on your 2020 trail ride list.
October 10, 2019 | News and Publications
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STEP program (stewards for trails, education & partnerships)
AQHA awards recipients of Stewards for Trails, Education & Partnerships $15,000 in grants.
September 24, 2019 | News and Publications
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Get Started with Horses
AQHA Professional Horseman Chris Cox provides an easy-to-understand horsemanship progression.