AQHA Alliance Partner Dude Ranchers’ Association is sponsoring an Idaho trip to be given away at QuarterFest.

Entries will be taken at the AQHA booth at QuarterFest, and the winner will be announced during the May 1 evening performance.

A fun-filled stay at an Idaho dude ranch will be given away to a lucky winner this year at QuarterFest, which is April 30-May 2 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

The Dude Ranchers’ Association, an AQHA alliance partner, is sponsoring the vacation package to Red Horse Mountain Ranch in Harrison, Idaho.

Red Horse Mountain Ranch offers a western dude-ranch experience complete with unique dining and activities that include a high ropes course, kayaking, scenic trails, kids’ programs, fly fishing and, of course, horseback riding. The prize package includes a six-night stay for two people. The trip will be scheduled based upon availability and must be used during the 2010 season. Red Horse Mountain Ranch is open May 17-October 31. Airfare, service charge and gratuity are not included in this package.

Find out more about the Red Horse Mountain Ranch by visiting its Web site.

Entries will be taken at the AQHA booth at QuarterFest. The winner will be announced during the May 1 evening performance.

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DRA, which represents more than 100 ranches committed to fostering the western way of life, was formed in 1926 to preserve this special way of life and the wonderful environment in which it takes place. Membership in DRA is not automatic. Dude ranches applying for membership go through a rigorous two-year inspection and approval process. When you vacation at a DRA dude ranch, you can be sure of a quality vacation.

QuarterFest is a three-day, education-packed celebration of the American Quarter Horse, where horse enthusiasts from around the world gather for fun, entertainment and festivities to honor the world’s most versatile horse – the American Quarter Horse.

Many equine clinicians will be featured at QuarterFest 2010, and they will be holding demonstrations and clinics all weekend long. Featured clinicians include Julie Goodnight of Poncha Springs, Colorado; Christy Landwehr of Aurora, Colorado; Bo Winslow of Estes Park, Colorado; Ken McNabb of Cody, Wyoming; Curt and Tammy Pate, a husband and wife team from Ryegate, Montana; Mike Major of Fowler, Colorado; and Stacy Westfall of Mount Gilead, Ohio.

Fun playday games will be part of this year’s activities, as well as a great children’s area, conservation education, shopping and much more.

Our sponsors – Bank of America, B&W Trailer Hitches, John Deere, Justin Boots, Pfizer, Professional’s Choice, Farnam, Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment, Tractor Supply Co. and Wrangler – share our passion for horses and are an integral part of QuarterFest.

AQHA’s Recreational Riding report will inspire you to saddle up and hit the trail in exciting new ways. This downloadable PDF report features hot spots for your next horsey vacation, trail ride safety tips and advice on staying in shape and becoming a better rider.