Learning To Rein

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Working Western Rail, now an officially approved AQHA class as of 2023, is a true rail class where there are no patterns, and horses are judged on their ability to cover ground with grace and self-carriage, a willing attitude, and smooth transitions. The class has been described as ‘fun’, ‘a great starter class for people learning to show’ and ‘a way to give competitors a new venue to showcase their horses.’ The division is also popular because it doesn’t require fancy tack or attire, so competitors can get involved without breaking the bank.

But don’t let the low-key ranch attire fool you–these are serious competitors out to showcase the best in their horses in this exciting new addition to the show world.

Read the rest about this exciting addition in our EC article by Susan Winslow: http://www.equinechronicle.com/a-reason-to-celebrate-working-western-rail/

Watch the 2023 Cactus Reining Classic and RFAM Million Dollar Qualifier live from Scottsdale, Arizona >> http://www.cactusreiningclassic.com/watch-live.html

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RANCH HORSE APPEARANCE

We are working with our judges committee, including Gary Roberts and Lolli Denton, to get a “checklist” put together to clarify the new ranch horse appearance scoring element at least within West Coast Ranch Horse for judges and exhibitors alike. In the meantime, this is a good resource from the Western States Versatility Ranch Horse Association. It is found in the appendix of their rulebook.

Many members have asked us about this scoring element that AQHA introduced and expressed a fear that it is very subjective at this point, with little to no standardization. We are looking forward to an ideal that WCRH can adopt and that we can all strive for. Ranch Horse Appearance is not about what you are wearing, the color of your horse or the color of your ensemble. Ask yourself “Would the judge like to ride my horse for a day of ranch work? Can the judge picture my horse riding the pasture at all gaits covering ground, working gates, checking cattle and doing other ranch tasks? Does the horse look comfortable, broke, willing and reliable, prepared for a day’s work and any task you might encounter?” This is what ranch horse appearance is about. Stay tuned for more definitive guidance from WCRH for both judges and exhibitors.

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Ranch riders, check this out!

AQHA Showing is a great resource for both rookies and open riders alike!

Let's start at the walk.

"I want it to look like the horse is 𝗲𝗻𝗷𝗼𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗹𝗼𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆," says AQHA judge Bozo Rogers of the 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲.

More on the walk, the trot, and – of course – the lope ➡️ aqha.com/-/master-ranch-riding

The Unofficial 2023 PHC Open Horse of the Year Standings have been updated to include the Open finals from the Arbuckle Mountain Futurity! There is a stacked field this year, so this HOTY race will be one to watch. To follow along, visit https://performancehorsecentral.com/stats/

Playgun's change of colors!

How To Memorize Patterns The weather is warmer, the days are longer... you know what that means! We are gearing up for horse shows...

Check out this 2023 AQHA Showing update!

𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆! 📢

Any Ranching Heritage Challenge Finals qualifiers can enter RHC breakaway roping, steer roping and/or team roping at the 2023 AQHA VRH World Championships!

Learn more about how to enter ➡ www.aqha.com/-/2023-aqha-vrh-world-qualifying

View upcoming RHC events ➡ www.aqha.com/ranching-heritage-challenges

I think that’s reasonable.

Check out these great tips to help keep your equine athlete feeling 💯 from show to show!

Rest, Recover, Ride

After an intense horse show, it’s important to give your horse some downtime before preparing for your next event. shares his tips for keeping his horse happy and healthy in between shows. Learn more!
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