NEW! Arabian Horse Association App
AHA is proud to introduce the Arabian Horse Association App!
Find information located on the AHA Calendar, event updates, and access social media!
Available for download on the Apple and Google App Stores!
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Have a Say, Nominate Future Officers by August 1st
The Nominating Committee would like all potential officer candidates for 2020 to submit the application form to the AHA office, c/o Joleen White, by August 1, 2020. You may want to first review the Competency Model
here to become familiar with the concepts and the skill sets desired of leadership in AHA. Second, you’ll want to review the Executive Committee Job Description document
here as it contains information that will help you understand the commitment and expectations of the leadership offices of the AHA. Upon submission of the profile, the Nominating Committee will review the forms and take appropriate action that is consistent with an equitable presentation of eligible candidates. A decision on whether to have a candidates’ forum will be predicated on the number of new candidates submitting applications. Download an application form
here. Contact Joleen White at (303) 696-4552 or
joleen.white@arabianhorses.org with any questions.
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Prize Money Programs Update
Find the latest information about Arabian Breeders Sweepstakes, Halter Futurity, and Performance Futurity/Maturity classes for the 2020 show season
here.
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New Episode!
Arabian Reining with Crystal McNutt. Listen to Episode 5
here.
The Arabian Horse Association is proud to present The Arabian Horse Connection Podcast. Join us every other week as we discuss industry trends, news, and all things Arabian Horses.
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AHA Town Hall
To view the Town Hall recorded on July 7 regarding Youth and Mid Summer Nationals COVID-19 policies and restrictions,
click here.
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Arabian Horse Life
Issue 3 is now available online. This issue, which is also our last, is digital only so this is the only place you can read it.
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Arabian Horse Life Blog
Looking for a new riding instructor/trainer? Read some helpful tips on finding one in our latest blog post.
Read more
here
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Remember that once you are enrolled in a College or University you can then request to receive any scholarships you have won. To request your scholarship money please fill out the application
here.
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AHA Calendar of Events
for upcoming dates.
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Thank you Sponsors!
See a full list at the bottom of this email.
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All Members!
Please make sure you verify that we have your correct contact information. To update or verify your information please sign into your AHA account. Thank you!
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The 2020 AHA Online Handbook Is Now Available!
Members can request a printed handbook by logging into the AHA website and clicking on 'Account Homepage'. The Handbook Request is located on the bottom of the web page in the 'I want to...' section.
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COVID-19 Updates and Resources
To learn more about resources, updates, and communication from AHA's COVID-19 Emergency Response Team click
here
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Registering your foals early not only ensures the preservation of your horse's heritage, but it also gives you the lowest registration price.
Look to the future and register your foals today!
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Modification to the Jog Rule
SUBCHAPTER AR-14 WORKING HUNTER SECTION
AR159 Conduct
5. All horses must be serviceably sound (See HU121). All horses being considered for an award must jog for soundness.
with rider dismounted
(Exception: Under Saddle classes, Working Hunter classes with specifications that do not require horses to jog, local or unrated classes).
Horses must return to the ring for soundness wearing an acceptable approved bridle.
Horses are required to trot a circle on a loose rein at the end of each over fences performance.
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2020 Canadian Nationals Sweepstakes Designated Classes:
Due to the suspension of the 2020 Canadian National Championship Show, the Arabian Breeders Sweepstakes
designated Classes will be held at the 2020 Mid-Summer National Show in July. The Sweepstakes payout will remain the same as for the Canadian National payout. These classes include:
Arabian Yearling Colt/Gelding
Arabian Yearling Filly
Arabian Colt 2 Yrs Old
Arabian Gelding 2 Yrs Old
Arabian Filly 2 Yrs Old
Arabian English Pl Jr Horse
Arabian Country English Pl Jr Horse
Arabian Hunter Pl Jr Horse
Arabian Western Pl Jr Horse
HA/AA Yearling Colt/Gelding
HA/AA Yearling Filly
HA/AA English Pl Jr Horse
HA/AA Country English Pl Jr Horse
HA/AA Hunter Pl Jr Horse
HA/AA Western Pl Jr Horse
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The 2020 Canadian National Halter Futurity Classes have been moved and will be held at the 2020 US National Championship Show in Tulsa, OK. This classes include:
Arabian Futurity Filly
Arabian Futurity Colt
Arabian Futurity Gelding
HA/AA Futurity Filly
HA/AA Futurity Gelding
These classes will be held as separate Futurity Classes from the US National Halter Futurity Classes and will be adjudicated by a different panel of judges than those that will judge the US National Halter Futurity Classes. All associated fees must be paid in order to participate in these classes.
Note: All Half-Arabian horses competing in the Half-Arabian Halter Futurity Program must have
DNA type of the horse and the horse's Purebred Arabian parent on permanent record with the AHA Registry and the horse has been shown to qualify as an offspring of the stated purebred parent. The DNA parent verification must be
on file at the AHA office in order for the horse to be eligible to compete in the class.
For additional information regarding the Halter Futurity Program, contact AHA
at
info.comp@arabianhorses.org
or a
t 303-696-4500, option #4
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2020 PERFORMANCE FUTURITY/MATURITY
PROGRAM ENROLLMENT FEE SCHEDULE
For 2020 t
he Performance Futurity/Maturity/Derby Program enrollment fee deadline(s) have been adjusted as follows:
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Entries postmarked after September 1, 2020 will be assessed the $750 late fee ($1,000 for reining).
Note: All Half-Arabian horses competing in the Half-Arabian Performance Futurity/Maturity Program must have
DNA type of the horse and the horse's Purebred Arabian parent on permanent record with the AHA Registry and the horse has been shown to qualify as an offspring of the stated purebred parent. The DNA parent verification must be
on file at the AHA office in order for the horse to be eligible to compete in the class.
For additional information regarding the Performance Futurity/Maturity Program, contact AHA
at
info.comp@arabianhorses.org
or a
t 303-696-4500, option #4
.
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***Schedule is now Available for Youth and Mid Summer National Championships***
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Youth and Mid Summer National Championships
Qualifications Waived
Entries close June 9th (to be included in program), accepted until June 23 for no penalty (but will not be included in the program)
If the show is cancelled all fees will be refunded except the office fee.
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Sport Horse Nationals
Qualifications Waived for 2020
Entry Deadline is Tuesday July 28th
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U.S. Nationals
2020 Qualifications Waived
Qualifications for Yearling Sweepstakes Classes are also waived but must still be a breeding entry.
Entries received after August 25 will be accepted with a
Petition Only
, subject to approval. All post entry Fees will apply.
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2020 Canadian Nationals
Canadian Nationals has been suspended for 2020. For more information about this decision please
click here
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2020 Distance Horse National Championship
Take a look at the tentative schedule for Distance Horse National Championships.
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AHYA Convention to be held Online
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We want you to join us in this year's online AHYA Convention!
The AHYA Convention will cover the Who, What, Where, Why, and How of AHYA. We are excited and hope you join us! AHYA Convention is open to everyone and you do not need to be an AHYA member to participate.
AHYA Convention will be available from July 10th - July 15th. The 2020-2021 AHYA Executive Officers will be announced on July 16th.
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Activities and More!
Check out the Youth Activities page! Do a fun crossword puzzle, complete a recipe, and get creative with coloring!
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Be a Hero Challenge
Tag
@arabianhorseyouth
and use the hashtags
#RiseUpAndBeAHero
and
#RiseUpAndRideOn
in your social media posts for the chance to be featured on our pages. We will be sharing more info about each challenge during its designated month and give some ideas on how you can share your #BeAHero story.
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Graduating Youth Spotlight
The Arabian Horse Association would like to take this opportunity to honor our graduating youth! If 2020 marks your last year as a youth competitor then we want to celebrate your success, dedication, and love for what you do. Just fill out the form at this link,
https://forms.gle/ZZvJK3aPJYBu7uYi6
so we can recognize you! AHA will be highlighting these youth on social media and at Center Ring at Youth Nationals.
You are a graduating youth if you were born between November 31, 2001 – December 1, 2002 or turn 19 between November 31, 2019 – December 1, 2020.
Help us celebrate the youth careers of these competitors!
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July Challenge: Say good luck, good job, or congratulations to a fellow competitor.
Let’s stop bullying and encourage great sportsmanship!
Each of you has the ability to brighten someone’s day. Each month, we challenge you to share your
#RiseUpAndBeAHero
moments on different challenges. Share your stories via Instagram posts or videos for a chance to win great prizes.
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