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The American Quarter Horse Journal
The 2012 Built Ford Tough AQHYA World Championship Show will provide youth with and without horses some great events and opportunities.
While the competition takes center stage at the 2012 Built Ford Tough American Quarter Horse Youth Association World Championship Show, those with or without horses will still have an opportunity to take part in a variety of activities.
“AQHYA has been working hard to make sure there is something for everyone to do at this year’s Ford Youth World,” said Tom Persechino, AQHA executive director of competition and breed integrity.
While some events require pre-entries, there are many events for youth to compete in and all of the events are open for viewing.
Tentative schedule for these exciting events:
Thursday, August 2
- 6 p.m. – Town Hall Meeting in Barn 8
- 7 p.m. – Ride the Pattern: Western Riding with AQHA Professional Horsemen Charlie Cole and Jason Martin in Barn 8
Friday, August 3
- 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. – College Fair in the trade show in the Cox Pavilion
- 5 p.m. – Ride the Pattern: Horsemanship with AQHA Professional Horseman Brad Kearns in Barn 8
- 7 p.m. – Ride the Pattern: Trail with AQHA Professional Horseman Buddy Fisher
Saturday, August 4
- 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. – College Fair in the trade show in the Cox Pavilion
- 3 p.m. – Justin Boots and Wrangler Jeans decorating contest entries due. Be sure to bid on your favorites throughout the week to support the scholarship fund.
- 7 p.m. – Ride the Pattern: Showmanship with AQHA Professional Horseman Ryan Cottingim in Barn 8
- 8 p.m. – Ride the Rail: Western Pleasure with AQHA Professional Horseman Adam Wainscott in Barn 8
- 8 p.m. – Town Hall Meeting in Barn 8
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