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The mission of the American
Ranch Horse Association is to
promote well broke, reliable,
working horses and members who
share a love for that true
equine athlete.
ARHA is open to all western
stock horse breeds, whether
ridden on the ranch, on the
trail, or in the ring; and to
all horse enthusiasts who want
to become better horsemen and
have more fun with their horses.
To
promote the abilities of the all
around versatile working horse,
regardless of breed, through
shows, clinics and sales in a
positive atmosphere where
honesty, personal growth and
politeness towards fellow
horsemen exists, where horses
are always respected, and where
true western tradition is
genuinely honored.
PURPOSE
The American Ranch Horse
Association is organized to
encourage, promote, advertise
and develop the ranch type
horses as a unique and excellent
athlete.
The Association shall carry out
the foregoing purpose by
conducting and sponsoring ranch
horse activities, events and
contests nation-wide;
establishing standards, rules
and regulations for the
efficient promotion of ranch
horse competition; establishing
qualified affiliate groups and
organizations; establishing
standards for judging the
performance of ranch horses;
maintaining active records of
individual ranch horses and
riders; establishing appropriate
recognition for such
achievements; maintaining the
traditional and historical
connection of the ranch horse
with the ranching and livestock
industry; and cooperating with
other equine associations having
a common purpose.
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