When to pick up the pieces and when to start from scratch.

AQHA Customer Service Rep Kayla Randall

AQHA has certain policies regarding lost or damaged Registration Certificates. And there’s a big difference between duplicating and replacing! The main difference is money. And we’re all looking for ways to save money these days! A replacement certificate requires the old certificate and a $10 fee. A duplicate certificate requires a form, pictures, current membership and a $25 fee. So when can you replace rather than duplicate? Read the rest of this entry »

Start using these tips to conserve trails for you and your horse to enjoy for years to come!

Tractor Supply Company has teamed with AQHA to fund groups and organizations that have a sizable impact toward community involvement and trail sustainability. Read the rest of this entry »

Get your video cameras ready for the Life is a Ride video contest!

We all like to think of our animals as part of our families, and we want to show them off as much as possible.

AQHA wants to see all the reasons why you consider your horse a part of your family.

Entering the Life Is A Ride video contest couldn’t be easier!

So get some video footage of your favorite moments with your horse, fill out the entry form and send it, along with your video, to AQHA. You can also submit your video and entry form online.

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Get insider information on one of AQHA’s most frequently asked questions!

AQHA has developed a section of its Web site specifically for members called Member Services. It is every AQHA member’s place to conduct business with AQHA, look up the most up-to-date records on any American Quarter Horse, view show leaders lists and more.

But there’s a catch! You have to have your AQHA ID and PIN to log in. This week, I want to share with you the procedure for sending PINs to our members.

AQHA Customer Service Rep Kayla Randall

The way you sign up for your AQHA membership – by phone, mail, fax or online – determines whether or not you need to request your PIN from AQHA. Read the rest of this entry »

A new way to gain showing experience in AQHA’s Novice Division.

Previously, novice exhibitors needed to acquire a permit to show a horse not owned by them or an eligible family member, and each exhibitor was limited to 10 permits per year. With a new rule change, novice exhibitors can exhibit any horse in novice youth or novice amateur competition, regardless of ownership. Read the rest of this entry »

The skinny on the newest addition to AQHA records research.

AQHA's Kayla Randall

Early in 2009, AQHA announced the debut of a new records research program. The Next Generation of AQHA Records was created so that, whether you are an AQHA member or not, you can still have access to official AQHA records anytime, anywhere. Since this is a new system, read on to find out how to access and use AQHA’s Next Generation records.

If you are an AQHA member, you can access Next Generation Records with your AQHA ID number and PIN. If you are not a current member, you can set up an account utilizing your e-mail address. You will be e-mailed a password when you register. Read the rest of this entry »

Your AQHA membership provides a new level of security with EquiPass.

Confidence and security make traveling a lot more fun. AQHA has recently teamed up with Coach-Net to provide yet another discounted benefit to AQHA members.

EquiPass is the newest service offered to AQHA members. It’s an all-inclusive road-side assistance and concierge service. EquiPass is unique in that it covers and cares for the horses and trailers you are hauling as well as the vehicle. AQHA members pay a low yearly fee of $169 or Read the rest of this entry »

In this part of the AQHA Corporate Partner Spotlight series, let’s learn more about Justin Boot Co.

The saying goes that a cowboy is only as good as his horse. But a good pair of boots is definitely a close second. Fundamentally, cowboy boots were designed to ensure the safety and comfort of the working cowboy.

Justin Boot Company has been the official western boot manufacturer of AQHA since 1985. Read the rest of this entry »

Bring your American Quarter Horse to your Regional Championship event and compete for more than $135,000 in prizes!

The 2010 AQHA Regional Championships (formerly known as Regional Experiences) are under way! Region Ten kicked off the season in Raleigh, North Carolina, on May 13.

AQHA also sends staff to each Regional Championship show to provide onsite services. Check out the schedule below to find a Regional Championship near you!

REGION ONE
Thunderbird Park
Langley, British Columbia – July 21-25, 2010
http://www.region1experience.com
Contact Tracy Adams – (206) 383-6679 or
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Your FREE online resource for AQHA supplies and brochures!

AQHA Customer Service Rep Kayla Randall

The introduction of AQHA’s Downloads page has made a big difference in the amount of informational material AQHA has available to everyone. With the economy so scary right now, it has been difficult for some businesses to keep up the same quality of service to consumers. AQHA hopes to close that gap a little with AQHA Downloads. It’s free, it’s convenient, it’s fast! Now you can view and/or print brochures and booklets with the click of a mouse instead of calling in and waiting for your brochures to arrive in the mail.

To access the AQHA Downloads page, all you have to do is fill out a little information page – this helps AQHA know how many people are using the service. You can then save the page to your favorites, and there you have it! A wealth of information at your fingertips!

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In this installment of the Corporate Partner Spotlight series, let’s learn more about Members Plus.

One of the many discounted items included with your AQHA Membership!

What’s a ranch, or a farm for that matter, without a Deere in the barn? Actually, what is a suburban garden shed without one, too? Add a new laptop and an itch to paint something, and you have AQHA’s Members Plus Program. AQHA has teamed with John Deere, Sherwin Williams and Toshiba through the National Thoroughbred Racing Association to keep the discounts coming!

• John Deere — Eligible members receive as much as 23 percent off of select John Deere equipment.

• Sherwin Williams — Receive preferred pricing by opening your AQHA member account at Sherwin Williams!

• Toshiba — With the newest addition to the Members Plus program, you’ll receive as much as 25 percent off when you purchase from Toshiba Direct with promo code EPQH. Access Toshiba Direct’s Web site or call (800) 405-3704 to purchase.

Questions? Leave a comment!

Kayla Randall
AQHA Assistant Internet Production Manager

Check out the new address change feature for AQHA!

AQHA has recently created a new way to update your address. Moving is enough of a hassle; getting all of your contact information updated should be easy!

AQHA Customer Service Rep Kayla Randall

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