G'day from Down Under
I have read a little about the Ranch Horse Associaition and really like what I have read but I would love to here from others about thier experiences. I love showing, campdrafting, cowboy polo, cutting, reining etc but so many of the associaition members are very uptight, impersonal and competing can be very stressful.
I like the idea of a more social event where we could show against others who have the same ideals without all the hype and stress.
I am considering starting a Ranch horse association here in Australia.
Would love to here everyones comments and opinions. Good or bad
Regards
Full Version: Ranch Horse Association
Hi!
I started showing ARHA back in 96 and really enjoy the atmosphere at the shows.
Members make the organizations - so if you start one up, find enough like-minded people who want a more relaxed fun atmosphere and you should do well. The ARHA has been growing steadily since it's start - even in the tougher economy here in the US - and that's a good sign.
Initially, the shows seemed to drag on - but I understand there's a learning curve - and last year, most of the shows seemed to be run very well - even with the larger entries!
I wish you luck!
I started showing ARHA back in 96 and really enjoy the atmosphere at the shows.
Members make the organizations - so if you start one up, find enough like-minded people who want a more relaxed fun atmosphere and you should do well. The ARHA has been growing steadily since it's start - even in the tougher economy here in the US - and that's a good sign.
Initially, the shows seemed to drag on - but I understand there's a learning curve - and last year, most of the shows seemed to be run very well - even with the larger entries!
I wish you luck!
QUOTE (Paul@woolatoo @ Dec 31 2008, 09:28 AM) 
G'day from Down Under
I have read a little about the Ranch Horse Associaition and really like what I have read but I would love to here from others about thier experiences. I love showing, campdrafting, cowboy polo, cutting, reining etc but so many of the associaition members are very uptight, impersonal and competing can be very stressful.
I like the idea of a more social event where we could show against others who have the same ideals without all the hype and stress.
I am considering starting a Ranch horse association here in Australia.
Would love to here everyones comments and opinions. Good or bad
Regards
I have read a little about the Ranch Horse Associaition and really like what I have read but I would love to here from others about thier experiences. I love showing, campdrafting, cowboy polo, cutting, reining etc but so many of the associaition members are very uptight, impersonal and competing can be very stressful.
I like the idea of a more social event where we could show against others who have the same ideals without all the hype and stress.
I am considering starting a Ranch horse association here in Australia.
Would love to here everyones comments and opinions. Good or bad
Regards
G'day and thanks for the reply
I really like the sound of this type of showing. I have tried to contact the ARHA but so far without success. I Have been in contact with the New Zealand Association so I at least have some idea on the events and how they are run.
I would really like to hear from others in regards to this and get lots of ideas and opinions
Regards
Paul
Woolatoo Working Horses
Australia
I really like the sound of this type of showing. I have tried to contact the ARHA but so far without success. I Have been in contact with the New Zealand Association so I at least have some idea on the events and how they are run.
I would really like to hear from others in regards to this and get lots of ideas and opinions
Regards
Paul
Woolatoo Working Horses
Australia
QUOTE (GoldPony @ Feb 5 2009, 03:38 AM)
Hi!
I started showing ARHA back in 96 and really enjoy the atmosphere at the shows.
Members make the organizations - so if you start one up, find enough like-minded people who want a more relaxed fun atmosphere and you should do well. The ARHA has been growing steadily since it's start - even in the tougher economy here in the US - and that's a good sign.
Initially, the shows seemed to drag on - but I understand there's a learning curve - and last year, most of the shows seemed to be run very well - even with the larger entries!
I wish you luck!
I started showing ARHA back in 96 and really enjoy the atmosphere at the shows.
Members make the organizations - so if you start one up, find enough like-minded people who want a more relaxed fun atmosphere and you should do well. The ARHA has been growing steadily since it's start - even in the tougher economy here in the US - and that's a good sign.
Initially, the shows seemed to drag on - but I understand there's a learning curve - and last year, most of the shows seemed to be run very well - even with the larger entries!
I wish you luck!
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