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AQHA Horseback Riding Program!
As the leaves start to change, make every ride count with the AQHA Horseback Riding Program!
Enroll today and start logging your hours spent working with your horse and in the saddle—each ride brings you closer to exciting prizes and well-deserved recognition for you and your horse.
This fall, don’t just enjoy the crisp air and scenic trails—turn your time together into lasting rewards!
And remember, you don’t need an American Quarter Horse to join. The program offers both a Quarter Horse Division and an All-Breeds Division, so every rider can participate.
Already working toward your next HBR milestone?
Continue logging your hours spent with your horse AND turn your hard work into something you can wear with pride! Order your Horseback Riding Program Jacket today and make your next milestone even more rewarding!
Order the Official
AQHA Horseback Riding Program Jacket
Trot-to-250 Challenge
Enrollees in the AQHA Horseback Riding Program can also sign up for the Trot-to-250 Challenge. The first 100 participants who submit 250 hours in the Quarter Horse Division, All-Breeds Division, or a combination of both, between July 1 and December 31, 2025, will receive an AQHA Horseback Riding Program 250-hour vest.
RECREATIONAL RIDING - JULIE SCHUMACHER: CHAIRPERSON Program is a 1 time fee to enroll as long as yo
Current AQHA members can log hours through the AQHA Horseback Riding program, designed for horse enthusiasts of all skill levels and riding backgrounds. Log the hours you spend with your horse whether you are trail riding, competing, training, driving or exercising.
Attached is a pdf postcard which includes a scannable QR code for information about the Horseback Riding program.
This is a direct link to aqha.com with links to How the Program Works, How To Enroll,and How To Log Hours, as well as photos of the rewards included in the Quarter Horse and All-Breeds programs, and our most recent photo pages of the milestone award winners.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Member Programs at (806) 376-4811 Monday-Friday from 8-5 CST.
Trot-to-250 Challenge
Log 250 hours of time spent working with your horse within 6 months and earn a vest!
nrollees in the American Quarter Horse Association Horseback Riding Program who submit 250 hours in the Quarter Horse or All-Breed program between July 1 and December 31, 2025 will receive an AQHA Horseback Riding Program 250-hour vest. The 2025 Trot-to-250 enrollment form is now available!
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to push your limits, bond with your horse, and earn recognition for your achievements in the saddle. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just starting your equestrian journey, the Trot to 250 Challenge welcomes all who dare to dream big and ride high! Enroll at: https://www.aqha.com/trot-to-250
Testimonials
CATHY DEKKER & LINDA BOSSELL
AQHA RECREATIONAL RIDERS
STATE OF MONTANA RECIPIENTS
Testimonials
So... I signed up for this program not quite a month ago. AQHA sent me my enrollment letter, first patch and medallion - and I'm over 1/2 way to my next patch! It may seem silly that I get excited to log my hours after each ride, but it's kind of fun to keep track of my progress and earn recognition for something I'm doing anyway. Plus, MQHA will have year-end recognition for members who logged the most hours through this program. Cathy Dekker - I know you're way ahead of me, you rock star. But I also know there are others who ride a lot maybe not for competition, but in the mountains and on trails who might not be taking advantage of this - I see your FB posts! Enroll and let's have fun with this together!
Britt Kissock-Robinson
Testimonials
Don't forget they have an all breed division so you can participate regardless of what you ride!!!
Cathy Dekker
Testimonials
I've been enrolled since 2004! I love it. I have 105 hours to go to make it to 2500
Marilyn Wegweiser
