October 2011 E-Newsletter 

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AQHA 2012 Scholarship Application is Now Available

(Amarillo, TX - September 28, 2011) -- The American Quarter Horse Foundation provides financial assistance to members,including Canadian members, of the AQHA and AQHYA through general, racing, career path and state or regional scholarships. Eligibility of applicants is based on the individual scholarship criteria and requirements provided for each scholarship offered through the Foundation. A complete list of criteria is located within the 2012 Scholarship Guidelines.

Scholarship applicants must submit a completed application, official transcript and letters of reference. Students applying for state or regional scholarships must also submit proof of affiliate membership. All application materials must be postmarked by December 1, 2011 in order to be eligible.

Recipients are selected based on academic merit, financial need and American Quarter Horse involvement, as well as applicant's leadership and communication skills.

For more information, please visit the AQHA Foundation webpage or call us at 806-378-5040.

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Coming Events  

Manitoba Provincial Plowing Association announces "Plowing Match - Horses and Tractors - October 1-2, 2011 - 4 miles south Junction #1 and #250. Free Admission. Visit the MQHA website for more information (see PDF file). Contact Barb Boundy (204) 534-6451 or by email

Manitoba Equestrian Championship (MHC) - October 1-2, 2011 at MHC Equestrian Facility, Birds Hill Provincial Park, MB. Contact Andrea Kilgour: (204) 918-0842 or by email. Visit the MQHA website for more show information (a PDF file) or visit the MHC website.

MHC - Wild Pink Yonder Wrap Up - Ride for Breast Cancer - October 1, 2011 in conjunction with Manitoba Equestrian Championship (above). Visit the MQHA website for more information (a PDF file) or visit the MHC website.

5th Annual MQHA/AQHA Ranch Horse Versatility Show- Friday, Oct. 7, 2011 at the ACE Arena, Brandon, MB. Contact: Larry Clifford (204) 763-8911.   Visit the MQHA website (see Quick Links) for show information. $500 in new prizes in 2011 - see News Item #1 above. . 

MQHA Thanksgiving Classic Quarter Horse Shows - Oct. 8-10, 2011 at the ACE Arena, Brandon, MB - Contact: Larry Clifford (204) 763-8911.  Visit the MQHA website (see Quick Links) for show information. $1,000 in new prizes in 2011 - see News Item #1 above. 

2011 NAERIC Youth Extravaganza - Friday, Oct. 21, 2011 at the ACE Arena, Brandon, MB - Clinician is Gord Searle of Strathmore, AB. FREE to all pre-registered members and leaders of pony clubs, riding clubs, breed associations, 4-H Clubs and High School Rodeo Association in Manitoba, NW Ontario, Saskatchewan and North Dakota. To pre-register your youth group contact Marnie Somers 204-834-2479 or by email or visit the NAERIC website or MQHA website for more information.

Manitoba Superhorse 50/50 Sale and Futurity - Oct. 21-22, 2011 at the ACE Arena, Brandon, MB - Visit the  Superhorse 50/50 website for more information

2011 Wheat City Stampede - October 20-23, 2011 at the ACE Arena, Brandon, MB - visit the Wheat City Stampede website for more information. 

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MQHA is a proud affiliate of  

MBNA® Canada supports AQHA grassroots programs in Canada!

Through AQHA Affiliate Grants, MBNA Canada supports grassroots programs in Canada that directly benefit AQHA members. Each year, AQHA Affiliates receive funding to enhance or develop services for shows, races, youth activities, educational programs, public policy and recreational riding. Financial support from MBNA Canada benefits virtually every member program offered by AQHA.  

Through MBNA Canada, AQHA members have the opportunity to apply for the AQHA MasterCard credit card. For more information on MBNA Canada or their services, call 1-877-428-6060