National Reined Cow Horse Association

Teton Ridge Stallion Stakes
2024-04-03 15:00 - 2024-04-13 17:00 UTC | Las Vegas, NV, Las Vegas, NV
The Teton Ridge Stallion Stakes features 4- and 5-year-olds by NRCHA Subscribed Stallions competing in snaffle bits and hackamores. The competition includes many of the top NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity® horses from the previous year, as well as those who might not have been ready for the Futurity, but who are now able to perform competitively.

Kalpowar Quarter Horses Celebration of Champions
2024-02-11 00:00 - 2024-02-24 23:59 | Fort Worth, TX, Fort Worth, Texas, TX, 76107, United States
In a remarkable show of support, Kalpowar Quarter Horses has entered into a five-year agreement with the National Reined Cow Horse Association to become title sponsor for the Celebration of Champions, an event that kicks off the premier event show year annually. Held in Fort Worth, Texas, the Celebration of Champions brings together riders vying for a World or National Champion title, competitors in the Hashtags High Brow Cat, and Western Bloodstock World’s Greatest Horseman and also Derby-aged horses in the Tres Osos Cow Horse Derby—it is an event that showcases the breadth of the reined cow horse industry to its fullest.

World’s Greatest Horseman Finals: Saturday, February 24

Snaffle Bit Futurity®
2023-10-06 12:30 - 2023-10-22 17:00 | Fort Worth, TX, Fort Worth, Texas, TX, 76107, United States
From humble beginnings in 1970, with a mere 27 entries, the National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity® , now presented by Metallic Cat, has flourished into one of the most prestigious and exciting events in the Western performance industry. Many cow horse enthusiasts describe their first Snaffle Bit Futurity® experience as the reason they became hooked on the spine-tingling sport. Hundreds of horses and thousands of fans from across the U.S., Canada and overseas make the journey to the Futurity each year. Thrills, and sometimes spills, abound as 3-year-old horses test their athleticism in a trio of demanding events: herd work, rein work and fence work.
There was $478,000 total added to the 2021 Snaffle Bit Futurity®, presented by Metallic Cat, in the Open, Cinch Intermediate Open and Limited Open. The Non Pro Futurity had $126,000 added along with $7,500 added to the Level 1 Limited Open, the Amateur and the Non Pro Limited Futurity. Other Futurity activities include the sponsor showcase; the Western Bloodstock Snaffle Bit Futurity® Horse Sales; and horse show classes for horses age 4 and older. The Hackamore Classic is held concurrently with the event, and details are available here.

Schedule

Hackamore Classic
2023-07-24 08:00 - 2023-07-30 17:00 | Tulsa, OK, 4145 East 21st Street, Tulsa, OK, 74114, United States
The Hackamore Classic is designed to showcase the traditional cow horse evolution. The event provides hackamore horses, which are 4- and 5-year-olds, the opportunity to compete in the three-event derby which includes the herd/rein/cow work.
In addition to the Hackamore Classic, this event will also host the third and final qualifier for The Run For A Million, the inaugural 4-event World’s Greatest Non Pro, along with a full slate of horse show classes.
In 2023, we are excited to welcome two of our great partners to sponsor this year’s Hackamore Classic; MARS Equestrian™ and Oswood Stallion Station. With their generous contributions to this year’s event we are excited to have $198,250 in added money.

National High School Finals Rodeo - Cow Horse Clinic
2023-07-15 08:30 - 17:00 | Gillette, Wyoming
2023 NHSFR Reined Cow Horse Clinic
Saturday, July 15
Join us for the free reined cow horse clinic at the National High School Rodeo Finals brought to you by CINCH Jeans. This year’s clinic will be instructed by NRCHA Million Dollar Riders & World’s Greatest Horseman Champions, Kelby Phillips and Boyd Rice.
This clinic is open to any kids competing in the cow horse at the 2023 NHSFR. Sign up to ride or come an audit.
8:30am – Reining Pattern Demonstration, followed by Q&A session.
9:00am – 5min. single cow work sessions in draw order.
REGISTER
Registration will close June 30th. If you have any questions please contact the Jennifer Bishop at 940-488-1496

Washington Judge Seminar
2023-06-24 09:00 - 2023-06-25 17:00 | Vancouver, Washington
DATE: June 24-25
HOST: Preston Martineau
INSTRUCTOR: Dan Roeser
VENUE: Heathman Lodge – Vancouver, WA
Cost and registration information are coming soon. Contact Preston Martineau, 541-519-9696, for more information.

Kimes Ranch Western Derby
2023-05-31 08:00 - 2023-06-10 17:00 | Scottsdale, AZ, Scottsdale, AZ
At the Western Derby, increased added money await the 4- and 5-year-old horse and rider pairs, many of which competed at the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity® when the horses were 3 years old. Horses may be shown in either a snaffle bit or a hackamore in the Western Derby. They are judged in three challenging events: herd work, rein work and fence (cow) work, with a preliminary round of competition to determine who will return for the clean-slate finals. The Western Derby features nine divisions to suit all levels, from million-dollar riders in the Open, entry-level competitors in the Non Pro Limited and Boxing, and every level of competitor in between.
A Western Derby highlight is the Holy Cow Performance Horses CD Survivor Open Bridle Spectacular. The event features many of the industry’s seasoned and successful older horses that are in the bridle vying for $25,000 in added money through herd, rein and cow works. The Intermediate Open Bridle Spectacular has $2,500 added.
In addition to the limited age event and the Spectaculars, a full slate of horse show classes feature added money that totals $52,750. This includes the Open and Non Pro Two Rein Spectaculars, Non Pro Bridle Spectacular, Non Pro Limited Spectacular and two Youth Spectaculars.

Schedule

Saskatchewan Judge Seminar
2023-03-25 09:00 - 2023-03-26 17:00 | Saskatoon Saskatchewan
DATE: March 25-26
HOST: Saskatchewan Reined Cow Horse Association
INSTRUCTOR: Sandy Collier
VENUE: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, CA
Cost and registration information are coming soon. Contact Ron Farrrow for more information.

Temecula Judge Seminar
2023-02-25 09:00 - 2023-02-26 17:00 | Temecula, CA
DATE: February 25-26, 2022
INSTRUCTOR: Smokey Pritchet
COST: $185
PLACE: 40001 Berenda Road, Temecula, CA 92591
CONTACT: Mark Matson 951-852-5250

British Columbia Judge Seminar
2023-01-28 08:00 - 2023-01-29 17:00 | Aldergrove, BC, Canada
DATE: January 28-29
HOST: Canadian Coast Reined Cowhorse Association
INSTRUCTOR: Sandy Collier
VENUE: White Spot Restaurant, B-3070 264th St., Aldergrove, BC V4W 3E1, Canada
Cost and registration information are coming soon. Contact Anna Gimnlett for more information,

Louisiana Judge Seminar
2023-01-28 08:00 - 2023-01-29 17:00 | Lafayette, LA
DATE: January 28-29
HOST: Louisiana Stock Horse Association & Southern Reined Cow Horse Alliance
INSTRUCTOR: Chris Benedict
VENUE: Hilton Garden Inn: Lafayette/Cajundome, 2350 West Congress Street, Lafayette, LA 70506
Register now. For more information call all 337-344-9125

NRCHA Seminar Series
2022-12-17 08:00 - 2022-12-18 17:00 | Las Vegas, NV, Las Vegas, NV
NRCHA will host the annual judge seminar at the South Point Casino & Hotel in Las Vegas.
DATE: December 17-18, 2022
PLACE: South Point Casino & Hotel – Book your room through the NRCHA Room Block or call South Point at 702-797-8901 and use the code “NRC1214“
Show Secretary & Management
The forum is open to all new and current NRCHA show managers and show secretaries, along with members who may have an interest in serving in one of these roles. During the seminar, attendees will review the structure of NRCHA-approved events and the submission of show applications and results to NRCHA. Additionally, NRCHA staff will provide information on animal welfare, hiring and contracting support staff at local shows, and be available to answer questions members may have regarding show management.
1A Judging Seminar & Scribe Tutorial
This seminar is open to new and 1A judges, current or interested scribes, and members looking to gain insight into the NRCHA judging program. The meeting will provide an introduction to judging and will review testing requirements for new judges, an overview of the scoring system and penalties for all NRCHA classes, and a review of the ethics and guidelines for judges and scribes.
Advanced Judging: 2A-4A Rating
The Judge Seminar is open to all current and new judges, but is designed for 2A and 3A judges and will focus on advanced topics. Hosted by Bill Enk, NRCHA director of judges, the seminar will cover the judging criteria for the High School Rodeo competition and an in-depth review of the judging system. Enk will be joined by additional clinicians who offer unique perspectives on the different aspects of judging reined cow horse.

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AQHA/NRCHA Judge Seminar
2022-12-12 10:00 - 18:00 | Dallas, TX
AQHA will host the annual judge seminar at the Hyatt Regency DFW.
DATE: December 12, 2022 ( approximately 10 a.m.)
PLACE: Hyatt Regency DFW, DFW Airport, Texas
Registration is now open. Click here to register today! Contact Sydney Reynolds at Sreynolds@aqha.org.

Teton Ridge Partners with NRCHA
2022-08-22 08:00 - 17:00 | OK
TETON RIDGE PARTNERS WITH NRCHA AS A NEW CORPORATE SPONSOR AND THE TITLE SPONSOR OF THE STALLION STAKES

The National Reined Cow Horse Association is excited to announce new corporate sponsor Teton Ridge. As part of their sponsorship, the second premier event of the 2022 show season is now the Teton Ridge Stallion Stakes. An event for 4- and 5-year-old reined cow horses annually held in Las Vegas, Nevada, the Stallion Stakes Derby is an event where eligibility to enter is restricted to offspring of stallions enrolled in the NRCHA’s Subscribed Stallion Program. As the owner of NRCHA Breeder Sponsor stallion Smooth Talkin Style (sired by Smooth As A Cat), Teton Ridge is positioned to support this ever-growing event that shines a light on the reined cow horse breeding industry.
“Teton Ridge has made a significant impact on the equine industry in a short time,” said Anna Morrison, NRCHA executive director. “This partnership with NRCHA links the momentum behind Teton Ridge with one of the fastest growing, most adrenaline-filled horse sports today.”
Teton Ridge, owned by visionary entrepreneur Thomas Tull, has made its presence felt in the Western equine world of late as the multi-platform brand has stepped into the rodeo and performance horse arenas. The brand’s focus on classic Western sports could not have found a better home than with NRCHA. With the title sponsorship of the NRCHA’s Stallion Stakes, Teton Ridge invests in the most traditional of all Western performance events, as reined cow horse traces its roots to Vaquero horsemen who originally settled the West.
The Teton Ridge Stallion Stakes will be held at the South Point Hotel & Casino’s Equestrian Center March 25 through April 2, 2022. In addition to supporting the Open Derby event, Teton Ridge’s title sponsorship helps showcase all ages and levels of the NRCHA membership competing in horse show classes. Additionally, 2022 will be the first year that the NRCHA Hall of Fame Banquet will be held during the Stallion Stakes.
“A high energy brand that is focused on highlighting the way of life our members honor and live daily is a natural fit for our association,” Morrison said. “Shared values make for a powerful partnership, and we’re grateful to Thomas Tull and Teton Ridge for putting their support behind NRCHA and the Stallion Stakes.”
With the Teton Ridge title sponsorship of the Stallion Stakes, the NRCHA has a full slate of premier events supported by outstanding brands and companies invested in the growth and sustainability of the NRCHA. Entries at all premier events in 2021 were between 15 and 30 percent higher than previous years, proving that reined cow horse is drawing members interested in having fun horseback while competing in events that require horse and rider to bring plenty of skill, courage, and grit.
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About Teton Ridge
Teton Ridge is a multi-platform brand devoted to the iconic American Western way of life and western equine sports. Teton Ridge was created with the singular focus of elevating Classic Western Sports and America’s Western Culture on the world stage, while broadening audiences around the globe as well as at home. Additionally, Teton Ridge operates a philanthropic foundation which provides invaluable funding for land stewardship; fosters community by preserving the cultural heritage of America’s western culture; and ensures the future of ranching and riding sports. For more information about Teton Ridge, please visit tetonridge.com or @tetonridge on Instagram @tetonridgeusa on Facebook.
About the National Reined Cow Horse Association
Based in Pilot Point, Texas, the National Reined Cow Horse Association was formed in 1949 in California, with the goal of preserving and educating the public about the rich history of this traditional horsemanship. The NRCHA is responsible for promoting the sport and ensuring high standards of competition and continuing to work to keep the Vaquero tradition alive in today’s equine industry. The NRCHA also supports numerous affiliate clubs across the United States, Europe and abroad. These groups serve as the association’s backbone, holding many NRCHA-sanctioned competitions and events each year. For more information on these events and reined cow horse, visit www.nrcha.com.

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