NEWS

The Arabian Horse Association is celebrating the beauty and versatility of the Arabian horse this week at the 2020 Sport Horse National Arabian and Half-Arabian Championship Horse Show, September 22-26, at the Idaho Horse Park in Nampa, Idaho. Celebrating its 18th anniversary, this unique show is currently the only sport horse competition offered by a breed association. With around 120 different classes across three rings, including dressage, speed jumper, and carriage pleasure driving, the championship begins with working hunter and dressage in-hand and under saddle classes on Tuesday, September 22.

Enrollments must be submitted (postmarked/electronic transaction dated) by September 1, 2020, in order to avoid additional late fees. The enrollment fee is $890 per class or $1,190 Reining. Nominations submitted after September 1, 2020, will be assessed an additional $750 late fee or an additional $1,000 late fee for Reining. The nomination fee does not include show entry fees, post entry fees, drug fees, stall fees, etc. All entries into the Performance Futurity/Maturity Program must also be entered into U.S. National Championship Show via an official entry form. NOTE: A horse that is co-owned by the two distinct non-family members cannot be shown in Maturity and Jackpot classes at any AHA National Ch

The Arabian Horse Association website will be unavailable beginning at 6 a.m. MST on Friday, August 28, 2020, until 7 p.m. MST Sunday August 30, while its servers are moved to a new Data Center. During this time the website including DataSource will be unavailable. -- via AHA

The Arabian Horse Association will be hosting a Town Hall on Tuesday, August 11, at 6 p.m. MDT. Topics will include the status of Sport Horse and US Nationals in addition to updates from the Board of Directors meeting. Links for the Facebook live and Zoom will be available shortly. -- via AHA

** The following letter was released by USEF CEO William Moroney ** Dear USEF Members and Competition Organizers (Licensees and Managers), We are nearly two full months into a return to competition. While we are all grateful for the opportunity to enjoy competing again, the challenges and risks posed by the COVID-19 pandemic remain part of our daily lives. Governors are beginning to pull back or even reverse reopening initiatives in several states as positivity rates are increasing.   We truly appreciate the diligence and cooperation of participants and organizers who have gone above and beyond to ensure the health and safety of their competition communities by adhering to the various state and

The Arabian Horse Association has announced that today, July 28, is the final day for entries for Sport Horse Nationals. Entries received after July 28 will be accepted with a Petition Only, subject to approval. Post entry fees will apply. Refunds needed in relation to COVID-19 must be submitted, along with a written explanation. Please submit refund requests to nationalevents@arabianhorses.org. Entries can be done online under your membership login or emailed to nationalevents@arabianhorses.org. Exhibitors are advised to use a form of expedited, traceable mail service when sending entries in order to e

The Arabian Horse Association has released a reminder that resolutions are due August 15 (postmarked/electronic transaction dated), and may be submitted by any Member Organization (Adult Members), any standing Ad Hoc Committee of AHA, by a Regional Board of Delegates or by the Board of Directors of AHA. The AHA President also may submit resolutions. Proponents must now state whether a resolution is “extraordinary” or “standard” when submitting resolutions. An extraordinary resolution is defined as one that affects the health, safety or well-being of the horse and/or rider; affects the financial well-being of AHA, and/or Member Organizations; or creates a severe hardship or gross unfairness t

After careful consideration by the Arabian Horse Association and the Distance Nationals Show Commission, Distance Nationals has been suspended for the year 2020. The DHNC were to be held September 25 - 27, 2020, near La Pine, Oregon, in conjunction with the Lava Cast Forest Memorial Endurance rides sanctioned by American Endurance Conference (AERC). This decision was made first and foremost with the health and safety of the competitors in mind. Although AHA will not be involved with the ride, competitors can contact ride managers Paula and Suzy for information regarding the Lava Cast Memorial Endurance Ride. For questions about refunds, please contact Rebecca Hankey at

** Following is an open letter to its association members ** It is excellent that we have been able to enjoy horse shows at least once in every region of the country over that last few weeks. Our collective members are getting back to doing what they love, and our industry professionals can be back to a new normal, earning an income again. Yet, with this increased freedom and opportunity comes responsibility and duty to adhere to the protocols of the horse shows we attend. It is paramount that all our members and show attendees are respectful of each show's individual safety protocols and adhere to them to ensure we continue to have horse shows to participate in. We all have worked diligently to have horse shows re-op

The Arabian Horse Association’s 28th Annual Youth National Arabian & Half-Arabian Championship Horse Show is set to kick off at State Fair Park in Oklahoma City, Okla., from July 16-25. In addition to the full schedule of Youth Nationals divisions, AHA has added Mid-Summer National Championship classes to the 10-day competition. The show is one of the most prestigious competitions on the calendar for Arabian horse youth competitors across the country, offering more than 330 classes for Arabian and Half/Anglo-Arabian horses. The wide array of national championship classes includes halter, driving, sport horse disciplines, working Western, dressage, and even leadline. This year, the AHA is proud to offer ne

The US Equestrian Board of Directors approved a public-facing Diversity and Inclusion Commitment Statement, as well as the development of a Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan, at the 2020 Mid-Year Meeting. Commitment Statement This statement shall live on a new Diversity and Inclusion and resource page of the USEF website and reads as follows: Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to US Equestrian’s vision: To bring the joy of horse sports to as many people as possible. We recognize the need to achieve increased diversity and that our growth and success depends on the inclusion of all people. We are commit

** Following is an open letter from USEF CEO William Moroney ** Dear USEF Members, Competition Organizers (Licensees and Managers), and Licensed Officials, Now that some competitions have resumed, it is important that we all remain vigilant in our efforts to reduce the risk of COVID-19 virus transmission when attending a USEF-licensed competition. Please remember that we are among the first sports to reopen, and by strictly adhering to these requirements and best practices, we can demonstrate to local, state and federal authorities that the equestrian community is able to manage our sport in a safe and responsible manner. This process might be inconvenient and even uncomfortable at times, but together we can keep our

Final entry close is tomorrow, June 23. No post entries will be accepted after this date. Entries received after June 24 will be accepted with a Petition Only, subject to approval. Post entry fees will apply. Refunds needed in relation to COVID-19 must be submitted, along with a written explanation, by Wednesday, July 8. Please submit refund requests to nationalevents@arabianhorses.org. Entries can be done online under your membership login or emailed to nationalevents@arabianhorses.org. Exhibitors are advised to use a form of expedited, traceable mail service when sending entries in order to ensure tha

Region 1: Canceled. Region 2: Currently running as scheduled on June 18-20, 2020, at Galway Downs in Temecula, Calif. Region 3: Canceled, but looking for a later potential date. Region 4: Currently rescheduled for September 29-October 3, 2020, at the Oregon Horse Center in Eugene, Oregon. Region 5: Currently rescheduled for August 25-29, 2020. Region 6: Currently running as scheduled June 25-27, 2020. Region 7: Canceled. Region 8: Currently rescheduled for August 19-23, 2020. Region 9: Currently rescheduled for June 16-20, 2020. Region 10: Canceled. Region 11: Currently scheduled for July 2-5, 2020, but will now be held at T

As the processes of “re-opening” are happening across the country, the Joint Leadership Council, Arabian Horse Association, and horse show professionals re-surveyed membership in a continued effort to assist competition organizers and participants in managing risk, procedures and safety protocols. This second survey was sent to a smaller group of association survey participants. Leadership thanks everyone who took the time to participate in the survey. Feedback is an integral part of helping the JLC and the Industry Re-Opening Task Force continue to work with horse show organizers and community leaders to address the concerns, protocols, and procedures of re-opening the industry in the wake of COVID-19 and make up

Region 1: Canceled Region 2:  Currently running as scheduled on June 18-20, 2020  Region 3: Canceled, but looking for a later potential date Region 4: Currently rescheduled for September 29-October 3, 2020, at the Oregon Horse Center in Eugune, Oregon Region 5:  Postponed - TBD more details  Region 6: Currently running as scheduled June 25-27, 2020 Region 7: Canceled Region 8: Currently rescheduled for August 19-23, 2020 Region 9: Currently rescheduled for June 16-20, 2020 Region 10: Canceled, potentially rescheduling in August at a different location Region 11: Currently scheduled for July 2-5, 2020, but will now

Region 3: Canceled, but looking for a later potential date. Region 4: Currently rescheduled for September 29-October 3, 2020. Region 12: Canceled.

NEW IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Arabian Horse Association Town Hall with Nancy Harvey will be held Tuesday, May 19, at 6 p.m. MDT. The topic will be the Mid Summer Nationals.The webinar can be accessed through AHA's Facebook Page or

*Following is a message from USEF President Murray Kessler to all USEF members*   Dear USEF Members, Here we go! About 50% of states have begun their phased reopening and several competitions are already on the new Calendar. This works well with the USEF date of June 1 for reinstatement of points. While many events and championships have been canceled, USEF has approved over 100 rule modifications to assist competition organizers with rescheduling events. We have also put in place strict competition protocols and resources to help make them as safe as possible under the circumstances. That’s the goo

AHA Regional Championship Horse Shows Update Region 1: Canceled Region 2: Currently running as scheduled on June 18-20, 2020 Region 3: Currently running as scheduled on July 7-11, 2020 Region 4: Canceled Region 5: Canceled, but looking for a later potential date Region 6: Currently running as scheduled June 25-27, 2020 Region 7: Canceled Region 8: Currently rescheduled for August 19-23, 2020 Region 9: Currently rescheduled for June 16-20, 2020 Region 10: Canceled, but looking for a later potential date Region 11: Currently scheduled for July 2-5, 2020 Region 12: Currently scheduled for June 15-20, 2020 Re

It is still possible to earn community service hours for Ribbons of Service during quarantine! Here are a few great ideas for while we are all home: • Read to kids via facetime and have them read to you to complete the school reading requests • Help kids with homework via face time • Read to patients in a local nursing home via face time or the phone • Write and mail cards to local shelters and nursing homes for the patients to read • Make dog bones for local shelters • Make dog toys for local shelters • Write and send cards to our military overseas • Lead a Zoom workout session for barn mates or kids • Clean out your pant

*Following is an announcement from AHA* Knowing that exhibitors, judges, volunteers and vendors, patrons and sponsors face ongoing health concerns related to travel to and from Canada and the COVID-19 pandemic, the Canadian National Show Commission has decided to suspend the 2020 Canadian National Championship Arabian and Half/Anglo Arabian Horse Show which was scheduled for August, 2020. The status of the Canadian border is still

The Arabian Horse Association has released updated information and resource links for members. For any members who were unable to attend the AHA Town Hall Meeting on March 31st, 2020, they can still view the meeting. Click here to view. Currently, AHA Staff are working remotely. Staff are available via phone and email. Click here to access the Staff Directory. To learn more about resources, updates, and communication from AHA's COVID-19 Emergency Response Team click here. -- via AHA

On Wednesday, April 8, at 6 p.m. MST, the Arabian Horse Association will be hosting a second Town Hall Meeting, this one with Judges and Stewards Commissioner, Stan Morey. Please submit your questions to marketing@arabianhorses.org no later than 6 p.m. MST, April 7. A Zoom and Facebook Live link will be provided later. -- via AHA

The Arabian Horse Association will be hosting an online Town Hall meeting on March 31, at 6 p.m. Mountain. AHA welcomes members' questions relating to the COVID-19 issues the industry is facing. Email questions to marketing@arabianhorses.org by 5 p.m. Mountain on March 30. The meeting will be streaming from Zoom and Facebook Live. See the links below. Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/255236314 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArabianHorseAssociation/ -- via AHA

** Following is an open letter relased by the Arabian Horse Association ** Dear Arabian Horse Association Members, Beginning tomorrow, March 26, 2020, the county that houses our office has issued a Stay-At-Home-Order through April 17, 2020. Our office will continue to operate remotely and all of our employees will still be available to serve you. During this time, our office will still be available to receive mail. If possible, mail through USPS is preferred. Listed below is the contact information for staff including both phone and email. This week, we are going through an adjustment period to allow our staff to take home their phones. Until then, the best way to reach all staff members is through their direct lines

** The Arabian Horse Association has released an update for its Arabian horse community. ** The AHA Board of Directors has created an emergency response team that will include the AHA Executive Committee, the chair of the AHA CAC, the chair of the AHA NEOPS, chair of the AHA EEC, AHA EVP, AHA Director of Competition Services, AHA Director of Events and Marketing, the chair of the APAHA and Judges and Stewards Commissioner. This emergency response team will be able to make decisions regarding qualifications for AHA Regional and AHA National events for 2020. The AHA Board of Directors has approved waiving qualifications for Regional shows up to May 10, 2020. The Emergency Response Team will be m

-- The Arabian Horse Association has released a letter addressing fee changes going into 2021 --  Every year, the Budget and Finance Committee meets to review the prepared Arabian Horse Association budget. Through the budget review process, many components are looked at from the actual fees charged to the way work flows through our computer systems.  TBA classes require the same amount of AHA staff time as an Added Classes do. The question is who is to absorb the cost to do the work to get the classes added in the system for the completion of the show?  It was decided to charge $15 for a TBA which is held and has results submitted to the AHA office. Realizing we are now charging a fee

The Arabian Horse Association has announced that members may still renominate their horse in the U.S. and/or Canadian Halter Futurity Program for $135 per horse/per country. Re-nominations must be postmarked/electronic transaction dated by March 31, 2020. If a member missed a previous year's renomination, and the horse has been dropped from the program, they still may participate. Members may reinstate their horse into the program by paying the following fees: Arabians: $535 per horse/per year/per country missed plus $135 for the 2019 renomination year. HA/AA: $285 per horse/per year/per country missed plus $135 for the 2019 renomination year. Re-nomin

The 2020 Distance Horse National Championships will be held this year in La Pine, Oregon, at the Lava Cast Forest site, September 25-27. This is the first year at the Oregon location, and the Arabian Horse Association is eager to hold the ride in Region 4. This year, AHA pagain artnered with the Appaloosa Horse Club, Paso Fino Horse Association, Performance Shagya-Arabian Registry, American Morgan Horse Association, Akhal-Teke Association of America and the American Saddlebred Registry to host their National Championship Ride(s). Among the many National Championships offered, AHA also has three Limited Distance and 50 Open AERC/AHA Rides and a 100 Mile AERC /AHA Open Ride, along with an Open AHA C