RULES
AQHA Rules shall apply to all classes in accordance to the 2026 AQHA Handbook.
AGE GROUPS: (As of January 1st 2026) Youth All Ages: 18 Years & Under Senior: 19 Yrs & Over
YOUTH All AGES WALK/TROT:
- Horses will be shown at a walk/jog/trot only. Exhibitors are NOT eligible for cross entry in other divisions of their respective riding classes but may enter their respective age division in Halter/Conformation and Showmanship. Open to Exhibitors 18 and under
- Approved Safety Helmets with properly adjusted chin straps are mandatory in all classes.
WALK TROT 19 AND OVER:
- Horses will be shown at a walk/jog/trot only.
- Exhibitors are NOT eligible for cross entry in other divisions of their respective riding classes but may enter their respective age division in Halter/Conformation and Showmanship. Safety Helmets are suggested. No rider will be penalized for wearing an approved safety helmet.
GREEN HORSE/OPEN:
- Horses will be shown at a walk, jog/trot, lope/canter. You may cross-enter into the 19 & Over Division.
RANCH RAIL/RANCH TRAIL:
- There is NO cross entry to western pleasure or trail classes.
RANCH CONFORMATION:
- There is NO cross entry to halter classes.
HIGH POINTS:
- The classes you enter in your respective division in either Ranch or General Performance count towards your high point including your halter/conformation class and showmanship. English classes do not count towards high points in Ranch.
Western Attire: Neat and clean, suitable Western clothing. Jeans, heeled riding boots is a must. Chaps are optional. No rider will be penalized for wearing an approved safety helmet regardless of class entered.
English Attire: Neat and clean, suitable English clothing. Jackets optional, collared shirt, heeled English boots and riding helmets are a must.
Competition Numbers must be worn at all times. All horses on the grounds must be registered at the show office.
All dogs MUST be on a leash.
NSF Cheques: There will be a service charge of $25.00 applied for any returned cheques.
The Show Committee reserves the right to amend ANY show rules at any time. Especially in the case of concerns for safety of the exhibitors, horses and spectators.