AQHA - RIDE PROGRAM

SCHEDULE | FREQUENT RIDER PASSPQRT | TRAIL RIDING SAFETY TIPS | PARTNERS

AQHA's Ride Program began in 1997 and annually hosts nearly 100 rides around the world. If you have a horse, you're welcome to participate! A portion of the proceeds benefit the American Quarter Horse Foundation and a local charity selected by the host affiliates.

The Ride Program, sponsored by B&W Hitches, offers a variety of rate packages. Call the AQHA Ride Hotline at (888) 414-RIDE for more information about an AQHA Ride Program event near you.

2008 SCHEDULE

OCTOBER

October 3-5	TENNESSEE - JAMESTOWN: East Fork Stables
October 3-5	GERMANY - SPREEWALD: Cattleman's Ranch
October 4	UTAH - FIELDING GARR: Antelope Island
October 5	NEW JERSEY - MORRISTOWN: Lewis Morris Park
October 5	CANADA - ONTARIO - Hullett Wildlife Area
October 11-12	ALABAMA - TUSCUMBIA: Seven Springs Lodge
October 11	VERMONT - ISLAND POND: Northeast Kingdom of Vermont
October 12	NEW HAMPSHIRE - ALLENTOWN: Bear Creek State Park
October 12	CANADA - NOVA SCOTIA - RODNEY
October 15-19	CALIFORNIA - PARKFIELD: Varian Ranch
October 18-19	MISSISSIPPI - MERIDIAN: Lauderdale County Ag-Center
October 26	NEVADA - SMITH VALLEY: Hunewill Ranch
October 31-November 2	GEORGIA - CLAYTON: Warwoman Campground

NOVEMBER

November 1	SOUTH CAROLINA - WHITMIRE: Double J Ranch
November 7-9	INDIANA - NORMAN: Midwest Trail Ride
November 7-8	ARKANSAS - JASPER: Buffalo River Ranch Resort
November 9	ARKANSAS - JASPER: Horseshoe Canyon Guest Ranch

DECEMBER

December 13	TEXAS - BASTROP: Watterson Ranch

TRAIL RIDE SAFETY TIPS

Here are a few safety tips to remember before heading out on your next trail ride.
Download the PDF to see the full list from AQHA and the Certified Horsemanship Association.

WHAT TO TAKE FOR THE RIDE:

Current health papers and Coggins test
Form of identification
Pocket knife
Sunglasses
Lip balm
Sunscreen
First aid kits for horses and riders
Tissues or toilet paper
String or leather for tack repair
Snacks

Compass
Gloves
Rain gear
Hoof pick
Jacket
Water
Waterproof matches
Insect Repellent
Hat
Cell phone

SUGGESTIONS FOR THE RIDE:

• Ride a horse suitable to your skill level
• Stay with the group on the designated trail
• Always be aware of your surroundings
• Be kind to the environment
• Bring or wear hats and sunscreen to prevent heat exhaustion or sun stroke
• Check all tack and equipment before leaving home and before starting on the trail
• Safety helmet use is an individual and parental decision

PARTNERS

B & W HITCHES

B&W Trailer Hitches started in a small garage in Humboldt, Kansas, 20 years ago. Today, B&W products are produced in a state-of-the-art facility with a skilled workforce of craftsmen and the most advanced technology available. In 1991, B&W Hitches received a patent for its design of the Turnover Ball Gooseneck hitch, an innovative product that allows the gooseneck ball to be turned over, leaving an unobstructed, flat bed. B&W also offers a line of fifth-wheel hitches, adjustable ball mounts and custom truck bodies.

TEX TAN

Tex Tan has been a sponsor of the American Quarter Horse Association since 1987, providing western saddle and tack. In addition to co-sponsoring the AQHYA and AQHA World Championship Shows, they provide awards for AQHA's Ride PASSPORT Program.

Tex Tan, the small hide tannery that opened its doors as Western Hide & Company in 1919 has since become one of the most respected leather companies in the world. Wherever cowboys and horsemen meet, the Tex Tan name and Hereford brand are known throughout the world.
From 1919 to present, Tex Tan has continued to add experienced personnel to the qualified staff already in place - another way of ensuring Tex Tan quality and service remain second to none.