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The Ford Youth World, which was July 29 – August 8 at the OKC Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City, is the industry’s premier event for American Quarter Horse exhibitors ages 18 and under. The event was established in 1972 and brings together youth from around the world for nearly two weeks of exciting competition, educational opportunities,...

AQHYA members from across the globe competed at this year’s Built Ford Tough AQHYA World Championship Show for the chance to experience the thrill of taking home a coveted gold globe. This year’s Ford Youth World, held July 29 – August 8 at the OKC Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City, was the largest in the event’s...

That’s a wrap on the 2021 Built Ford Tough AQHYA World Championship Show! This year’s Ford Youth World, held July 29 – August 8 at the OKC Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City, was the largest in the event’s 49-year history, with more than 5,800 entries. AQHYA exhibitors from the United States, Canada, Paraguay, and South Africa...

Kendra Santos is a woman who has made a career out of writing cowboys’ stories. With experience in journalism spanning over the course 35 years, this woman has seen and written it all. Some of the top athletes in professional rodeo and workers within the Western industry praise her work for a good reason. To...

Once you give ranch riding a try, you’ll be hooked! Any breed of horse can have a go at this discipline, as it focuses on movement and responsiveness. It doesn’t require the strenuous sliding stops and spins of reining, which makes it popular for a larger range of horses. However, ranch riding is still highly...

The American Quarter Horse ranks as the most popular breed in America. Furthermore, the American Quarter Horse Association is the world’s largest horse registry! Not only are they very athletic, but they’re also hardworking and laidback. There’s so much to love about this breed. It’s easy to see why so many choose them! Top Reasons Quarter Horses Are...

Photos by Kirstie Marie Photography Record number of AQHA exhibitors competed at the OKC Fairgrounds to vie for the AQHA’s coveted golden globes and more than $2.2 million in purse and prizes. Kirstie Marie Jones of Kirstie Marie Photography in collaboration with COWGIRL Magazine captured these amazing photos at this incredible show.

Many traditional horse shows have been canceled due to COVID-19. While some bans are being lifted, it doesn’t appear larger shows will be happening anytime soon. Riders and trainers will have to get creative if they want to showcase their skill and horse’s talent this year. Luckily, virtual shows have started to surface. Larger organizations...