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Contents The American Paint Horse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 APHA’s History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Paint Horse Versus Pinto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 The striking beauty of the American Paint Horse comes alive in a running herd, where each horse is a masterpiece unto itself. Becoming a member of the American Paint Horse Association helps ensure a strong future for the breed. Paint Horse Color Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Coat Colors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 APHA Member Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Paint Horse Journal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 APHA Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 American Junior Paint Horse Association. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Amateur Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Breeders Trust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 APHA-approved Shows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 APHA World Championship Paint Horse Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Working Ranch Horse Competition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Gelding Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Paint Preferred . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Paint Alternative Competition Program (PAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Racing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 *Programs and fees are subject to change without notice. Official APHA Trail Rides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Ride America® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Regional Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 American Paint Horse Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Membership Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 For more information on the American Paint Horse Association and what it can offer you, call (817) 834-2742, extension 788. Visit APHA’s official Web site at apha.com. The American Paint Horse The American Paint Horse has a history unlike any other breed in the world. Once disregarded by some for its bold markings, that very characteristic makes each Paint Horse a one-of-a-kind original. Today, the American Paint Horse breed is one of the fastest-growing in the world. As you learn more about Paints, you’ll see that it is much more than their physical beauty that has made them one of the world’s favorite horses. APHA’s History The American Paint Horse Association has come a long way since its formation in 1962. With only a few hundred horses in the registry by the end of that year, it has grown to include more than 900,000 Paint Horses today. APHA now records registrations at the rate of about 40,000 each year. Founded by horsemen and –women who loved the ability and speed of the Western stock-type horse, but who also appreciated the extra eye-appeal of a colorful coat pattern, APHA’s heart lies in its members. That is why the association strives to develop and sponsor programs that reflect members’ interests and their love of the American Paint Horse. The association’s mission remains the same today as when it was established: • To collect, record and preserve pedigrees of American Paint Horses • Oversee matters related to breeding and exhibition • Create and maintain programs that Increase the value of American Paint Horses, Enrich members’ experiences with their horses, and • Promote Paint Horses and preserve their history. Now made up of approximately 100,000 members, APHA is a democratic organization, managed by elected directors who are supported by a professional staff. The association is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas—an appropriate setting for a breed so firmly rooted in the American West. Yet, APHA members hail from every state in the U.S. and throughout Canada. The breed is also growing in popularity internationally, with the number of new members and clubs steadily increasing around the globe. Paint Horse Versus Pinto Paint Horses come in a multitude of colors and an endless variety of patterns. Their coat is usually a combination of white with any of the basic colors common to horses: black, bay, brown, chestnut, dun, grullo, sorrel, palomino, gray, cremello, perlino, buckskin, red dun and roan. Each Paint Horse has its own markings, and no two horses are exactly alike in coat pattern. You may have heard the terms “Paint” and “Pinto” used interchangeably to describe horses with particular spotted coat patterns. This came about because the Spanish called all spotted horses “caballos Pintos,” which translates into “Paint Horses.” Prior to the establishment of APHA, a spotted horse could have been called by the English term “Paint” or by the Spanish term “Pinto.” Today, because of the existence of both a Paint Horse and a Pinto registry, these terms can describe two entirely different types of horses. The Pinto Horse Association (PtHA) registers horses from a broad range of breeds that meet the minimum color requirements established by that registry. APHA registers only those horses with established parentage from one of the three approved registries—APHA, AQHA and Jockey Club (Thoroughbred)—and that meet a minimum color requirement. Some spotted horses can be double-registered with APHA and PtHA if they meet the breed standards specified by both registries. However, the two registries are not related. Each operates under the guidance of separate governing bodies and has different rules and registration requirements. N N APHA Membership Guide • 1 Paint Horse Color Patterns For registration and breeding purposes, American Paint Horses are categorized by their distinctive coat patterns. The tobiano (pronounced: tow be yah no) pattern is distinguished by head markings like those of a solid-colored horse; their heads may be completely solid, or have a blaze, strip, star or snip. Generally, all four of the tobiano’s legs are white, at least below the hocks and knees. Their spots are often distinctly oval or round, extending down the neck and chest, giving the appearance of a shield. Usually, a tobiano will have the dark color on one or both flanks—although a tobiano may be either predominantly dark or white. The tail is often two colors. The overo (pronounced: oh vair oh) pattern may also be either predominantly dark or white. But typically, the white on an overo will not cross the back of the horse between its withers and its tail. Generally, one or all four legs are dark. Also notable is that overos can have bold white head markings, such as a bald face. Overos generally have irregular, scattered markings. The horse’s tail is usually one color. However, not all coat patterns fit neatly into the tobiano or overo categories. For this reason, a number of years ago APHA expanded its classifications to include tovero (pronounced: tow vair oh) to describe horses that have characteristics of both the tobiano and overo patterns. Typical Tobiano Patterns Typical Overo Patterns TypicalTovero Patterns 2 • APHA Membership Guide Interestingly, the terms “tobiano” and “overo” have a Spanish heritage, a discernible tie to Cortez and the conquistadors who reintroduced horses to the North American continent in the 1400s. It is generally accepted that one or more dominant genes control the overo pattern. The fact that the overo gene is sometimes minimally expressed— one example is that of a horse whose only markings are a bald face or high leg white—explains how an overo can be registered as a solid. Because the tobiano gene factor is dominant, all tobianos have at least one parent carrying a tobiano gene. What is fascinating about Paint Horse breeding is that the genetics of coat color inheritance are still not readily understood. Not every breeding of two Paint Horses results in a colored foal. This makes each painted foal that much more unique. Coat Colors The unique coat colors of the American Paint Horse make it an eye-catching addition to anyone’s barn. Each Paint Horse has a unique combination of white and any other color found in the equine world. Each color falls into one of two basic coat-color families—red or black. The red family consists of chestnut, sorrel, red dun, red roan, palomino and cremello. The black family consists of black, brown, bay, bay roan, blue roan, buckskin, dun, grullo and perlino. The coat color of gray can fall into either family, as the inheritance of the gray allele is independent of any other color. There are several different independent genetic factors that control a horse’s outward appearance. Some of these control basic coat color, while others may work to modify, or in some cases hide, the basic color. Each color ranges from light to dark, including everything in between. Weather, nutrition, shedding, body condition and the horse’s general health can affect this variation in color. APHA Member Benefits Paint Horse Journal Aside from riding a great-looking registered American Paint Horse, there are a host of valuable reasons to join and maintain a membership with the American Paint Horse Association. The Paint Horse Journal is an award winning magazine dedicated to today’s American Paint Horse. Published monthly by APHA, the Paint Horse Journal is a vital communication link, featuring well-written and beautifully photographed articles about the horses and people who make up this colorful breed. The Paint Horse Journal is your monthly source for keeping up with today’s fast-paced action. Articles include: • Paint-specific topics you won’t read anywhere else—from genetic research to event coverage. • The latest news and trends impacting the industry. • Profiles of the people and horses who made Paint Horse history. • Training and health care advice from well-respected Paint Horse professionals. • Expert advice and tips for the recreational rider. • The most comprehensive source of Paints for sale and stallions standing at stud. A subscription to the Paint Horse Journal keeps you on the inside track to the Paint world—all for about $2.50 (APHA member price) per issue. To subscribe, just fill out the subscription section of this brochure and mail it with payment, or subscribe on-line at painthorsejournal.com. Advertising in Paint Horse Journal is an effective, economical way to market your product or service, too. For more information about the Paint Horse Journal, or to use your credit card and order by phone, call (817) 834-2742, extension 431. APHA calendar of events PAC forms Ride America Judges’ Directory Board of Directors contact information Regional clubs contact information Ability to register horses on-line as the owner of the dam at the time of foaling. Ability to submit stallion breeding reports on-line. • Eligibility for a distinctive APHA Chase Visa card • Reduced rates for equine insurance through Markel Insurance • Discounts from APHA sponsors such as New Holland • Free Breeders & Trainers directory upon request • Discount on Paint Horse Journal and free APHA Connection magazine. • Free Rulebook upon request • APHA Basic Access (on-line general subscription service for members only) Performance records Pedigrees Progeny records Honor Roll Show results Shows not posted Top 20 list • My APHA Plus (on-line premier subscription service for members only) This service is available for two months free with first-time membership, then available by monthly or yearly subscription fee. It features enhanced performance records and research capabilities like: Lifetime show details Horse earnings Points by division Grand total of points, including halter and performance My Barns: creates quick list of current horses owned, previous horses owned, and the ability to track horses that you’d like to own in the future Custom contact information: you manage it Enhanced pedigrees Ability to print four-generation pedigree that includes horse’s registration photo Color calculator: shows you the odds of the possible colors of a resulting foal, and allows you to work backwards to see what colors the dam and sire should be to get a certain color foal • Preferred rates for APHA transactions and services You can immediately save money registering or transferring ownership of your horse, for one. Service/Transaction NonMember Member Registration (regular, first deadline) $20 Transfer $15 Paint Horse Journal $30 • Free member publication and e-newsletter $65 $60 $35 Your membership also includes delivery of APHA’s quarterly member publication, APHA Connection, which will keep you in-the-know about all of APHA’s activities, programs and upcoming opportunities to get involved. The association distributes a free monthly e-newsletter, as well. • Industry involvement and member services APHA membership gives you the right to vote in all association elections, hold an APHA office and apply for APHAapproved judging status. With one of APHA’s main missions being to collect, record and preserve pedigrees of American Paint Horses, services are available to meet member needs and ensure breed integrity, including: • Color inspections • Ranch inspections • Transported semen program • Embryo testing program • Drug and tail testing • Parentage analysis Membership Advantages Becoming a member of the APHA makes you part of one of the largest breed associations anywhere. But while APHA is large, the association is not so large that you’re just a number. Benefits include: • Camaraderie • APHA Public Access (free on-line services) Join or renew membership Subscribe to Paint Horse Journal and Paint Racing News Horse name search Breeders Trust stallion list N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N Your APHA membership supports: • Equine research • Promotion of Paint Horses and the equine industry • Development of association programs • Technological advancements • Equine legislation through the American Horse Council APHA Membership Guide • 3 APHA Programs APHA represents a wide variety of horse-lovers with many interests. That’s why the association created special programs designed to appeal to every type of Paint Horse owner. These programs offer incentives for people with interests ranging from competition to recreational riding to breeding. The only thing you have to do is choose which ones to join! American Junior Paint Horse Association Join the American Junior Paint Horse In addition, AjPHA members are Association (AjPHA) and you’ll become eligible to participate in special events a member of a huge family of friends and contests throughout the year, sharing a common bond—a love for the including: American Paint Horse. Open to youth • AjPHA World Championship aged 18 and under, AjPHA members Paint Horse Show receive a quarterly publication, • AjPHA World Championship Generation j, are eligible to compete in Judging Contest APHA-approved events, develop valu• AjPHA Short Story Contest able leadership skills, serve on the Youth • AjPHA Photo Contest Executive Committee, earn scholar• Great Paint Brush Off Art ships, and make lasting friendships. Contest If you’re interested in horse show • Youth Leadership Conference competition, AjPHA has something • American Paint Horse Foundation for everyone—from Walk-Trot and Youth scholarship program. Leadline classes to Novice Youth and To learn more about taking part in age division (13 & Under and 14-18) AjPHA’s programs, call (817) 834-2742, Youth classes. extension 248, or visit ajpha.com. Breeders Trust Whether you raise Paint Horses or just like to show or race them, APHA’s Breeders Trust is a program for you. Established in 1994, the American Paint Horse Association’s Breeders Trust provides added incentive for Paint Horse owners to exhibit and race their horses. The Breeders Trust pays cash dividends for points earned by nominated horses at APHAapproved events and races. Designed to reward everyone responsible for an outstanding foal’s success, the Trust profits stallion owners, foal nominators and the horse’s owner. Here’s how it works: • Stallions are subscribed annually by November 30. • Offspring resulting from that stallion’s breedings are then nominated for life with a one-time enrollment fee. The fee varies depending on the age at which the horse is enrolled. • No horse is accepted into the program after its 2-year-old year, or if it has earned points in APHA competition. • Trust money is divided and paid annually, beginning when a subscribed stallion’s foals reach their yearling year. Payouts are based on the total number of point-earning horses enrolled in the program and the number of points earned by those horses during a given year. • The stallion subscriber and foal nominator receive 20 percent and 10 percent of the dividend, respectively, while the foal’s recorded owner receives 70 percent. For complete Breeders Trust information, call (817) 834-2742, extension 416. 4 • APHA Membership Guide Amateur Program The Amateur Program offers members 19 years of age and older the opportunity to exhibit an American Paint Horse in a class of their peers. Created for non-professionals, Amateur competition is perfect for riders with limited experience in competition, or those who have had show ring experience but who do not wish to jump into more intense Open competition. APHA’s Amateur Program is divided into two divisions: Novice Amateur and Amateur. Created especially for those who have little or no show ring experience, the Novice Amateur division is the perfect way to test the competition waters. Both Novice Amateurs and Amateurs can earn show points on their Paint Horse when they compete at any APHAapproved show. APHA records these points and presents year-end awards to competitors for a variety of accomplishments. Application forms for Amateur and Novice Amateur divisions are available on-line at apha.com/amateur, or by calling (817) 834-2742, extension 447. The card is valid until December 31 of the year issued. APHA-approved Shows APHA annually approves almost 1,300 shows worldwide. Most of these events offer classes for everyone from Youth and Amateur to Open professional trainers. To locate an APHA-approved show near you, contact your local regional club or log onto apha.com/showing. APHA World Championship Paint Horse Show The World Show is a non-qualifying event open to all APHA Regular Registry horses. It also offers select Solid Paint-Bred classes. With more than 180 classes and added-money events, it is the largest and most prestigious exposition of American Paint Horses in the world. Nearly 2,000 horses compete annually at the show. Youth, Amateur and professional horsemen and –women exhibit their horses during this Paint Horse extravaganza. Competitors from across the nation, Canada and various other countries, demonstrate their skills in halter, Western, English, cattle, driving and speed events. Prizes include cash, saddles, and belt buckles—just to name a few. Working Ranch Horse Competition APHA’s Working Ranch Horse Competition is designed to promote and enhance the pleasure of riding a versatile Paint Horse. Paint Horses compete in four classes during Ranch Horse competition: • Stock Horse Pleasure • Stock Horse Versatility • Working Stock Horse • Stock Horse Reining For more information visit apha.com/ranchhorse. Gelding Plus The Gelding Plus program promotes Paint geldings ages 4 years and older by paying out a potential $42,000 at APHAapproved events. With automatic enrollment for every APHA gelding officially registered as a gelding prior to competition, cash incentives will be up for grabs at each of 14 approved APHA shows: 11 zone shows and three international shows. Awarded to the most outstanding gelding or geldings, using APHA’s performance show high-point calculation system, this program provides the owners of these horses an opportunity to compete for bonus incentives nationwide. For more information about the Gelding Plus program, call (817) 834-2742, extension 249, or visit apha.com/geldingplus. APHA Membership Guide • 5 Paint Preferred The American Paint Horse Association’s Paint Preferred program will offer a potential $120,000 to Regular Registry and Solid Paint-Bred horses competing in select National competitions. This currently includes events such as the National Snaffle Bit Association Futurity Open Western Pleasure and Hunter Under Saddle classes at the World Championship Show and the National Reining Horse Association Futurity in the Open division. For more information about the Paint Preferred program, call (817) 834-2742, extension 249, or visit apha.com/paintpreferred. Racing Annually, more than 600 starters compete in more than 700 APHArecognized races for purses exceeding $5 million, and newcomers still have the opportunity to impact the industry and be a part of this sport. Each year, Paint racing bloodlines improve, purse structures grow, numbers of horses increase and more races are offered. Stakes races are the bread and butter of Paint racing. Open to Regular Registry and Solid Paint-Breds, many stakes races have total purses in excess of $50,000. Paints are also given the opportunity to compete with horses from the Appaloosa, Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred breeds. And, APHA recognizes the sport’s best athletes with year-end awards. The association also supports the Paint racing industry by publishing the Paint Racing News six times a year. This racing-based magazine delivers the full story on champion Paint racehorses, current racing industry news, the latest stakes winners and information about leading horses, trainers, jockeys and breeders. To learn more about the American Paint Horse Association’s racing program, visit paintracing.com or call (817) 222-6444. 6 • APHA Membership Guide Paint Alternative Competition Program (PAC) Through PAC, APHA members can earn APHA credits on any registered American Paint Horse— Regular Registry or Solid Paint-Bred—while performing in events outside of APHA-shows. The program includes categories for almost every event you can name. For your horse’s placings in any PAC category, credits will be recorded on its lifetime APHA performance record. And members do not need to own the Paint Horse they compete with to participate in the PAC program. Along with credits and recognition certificates, APHA issues annual PAC awards based upon the number of credits earned by all horses in a particular category during the year. If your horse is the one earning the most credits in a category during the year, you will be named PAC Year-End Leader in that activity and receive a Gist belt buckle, along with other great awards and recognition in the Paint Horse Journal. The Paint Alternative Competition program is open to almost any type of activity, as long as the event is recognized by APHA and is sponsored by an organization that keeps official records on the performance of all horses entered. For complete Paint Alternative Competition rules and regulations, call (817) 834-2742, extension 249, or visit apha.com/pac. Official APHA Trail Rides Recreational riding is a popular pastime for APHA members. If you’re one of the many who enjoys strengthening your body and mind while exploring the great outdoors on the back of your favorite Paint Horse, you’ll want to learn more about APHA’s annual Official Trail Rides. From the rolling plains of Nebraska to the mountains of California, APHA sponsors about 10 rides annually where members can mix, mingle and mosey down the trail. These rides range in duration from one day to one week. To find out more about APHA’s upcoming trail rides, call (817) 834-2742, extension 439, or visit apha.com/trailrides. Ride America® Want to earn rewards for your riding and driving achievements? APHA recognizes the time members spend riding or driving their American Paint Horses through the Ride America program. Set your own goals and measure your success. APHA rewards your achievements for each milestone you reach. When you enroll in Ride America, you receive an official time log and Ride America patch. Simply record each hour you spend riding or driving your Regular Registry or Solid Paint-Bred horse and send your log book to APHA. As you move up through the achievement levels—from 100 to 10,000 hours—APHA records your accomplishments and you earn patches, tack, grooming products and other awards. In addition, each hour award you and your horse achieve is permanently recorded on your horse’s performance record. All you have to do is enjoy the ride and record your progress—we’ll reward your efforts. So get out there and saddle up. It’s time to Ride America! For complete Ride America information, call (817) 834-2742, extension 439, or visit apha.com/rideamerica. Want to learn more? You may download these guides online, by visiting apha.com or request them by calling our 24-hour forms line at (817) 834-2742, extension 271. APHA’s Registration Guide APHA’s Registration Guide is a stepby-step manual for registering your Paint Horse. It also includes registration guidelines and provides you with the terminology you need to be an informed Paint Horse owner. APHA’s Breeding Guide APHA’s Breeding Guide contains information on several aspects of breeding Paint Horses, including facts on transported cooled semen, embryo transfer, frozen semen, DNA testing and more. APHA’s Coat Color Genetics Guide APHA’s Coat Color Genetics Guide was created especially for members who want to learn about the unique and interesting science of Paint Horse genetics. This guide covers topics such as color genetics and Overo Lethal White Syndrome. A must-have for any Paint Horse breeder. APHA’s Recreational Riding Guide APHA’s Recreational Riding Guide is a complete handbook on enjoying your Paint Horses on the trail, as well as guidelines and forms to use when hosting your own ride. APHA’s Color and Patterns Posters APHA’s Color and Patterns posters clearly illustrate all patterns and coat colors as defined by the APHA Rulebook. For more information on APHA programs and events, visit our family of Web sites: AjPHA—ajpha.com Ride America—apha.com/rideamerica Paint Alternative Competition— apha.com/pac Amateur—apha.com/amateur Racing—paintracing.com Gelding Plus—apha.com/geldingplus Breeders Trust—apha.com/breederstrust Paint Preferred— apha.com/paintpreferred Showing—apha.com/showing World Championship Paint Horse Show—aphaworldshow.com APHA Official Trail Rides— apha.com/trailrides American Paint Horse Foundation— aphfoundation.org APHA Membership Guide • 7 American Paint Horse Foundation The American Paint Horse Foundation (APHF) is the charitable arm of APHA. The Foundation strives to support youth scholarships, promote equine research and preserve the heritage of the American Paint Horse. Offering scholarships, bronzes, and trainer services, as well as many other opportunities, the APHF gives Paint Horse enthusiasts incredible savings and unique ways to support educational, historical and charitable projects. Annually, the Foundation provides several $1,000 college scholarships to exemplary youth members. The Foundation promotes the preservation and archival of historical Paint Horse artifacts through efforts such as the Legacy of Color bronze series, which is presented in return for taxdeductible donations from the public. The bronzes depict the various color patterns found in the breed with a scene of a galloping stallion pushing his band of two mares and foal. To meet its goals through public support, the Foundation is structured as a tax-exempt organization according to Internal Revenue Service requirements. The Foundation was created January 1, 2006, by a merger of the American Paint Horse Association’s (APHA) Youth Development Foundation (YDF) and Heritage Foundation (APHHF). For more information, e-mail [email protected] or [email protected], or call (817) 834-2742, extension 422 or 410. Regional Clubs The organizations listed below are official regional clubs of the American Paint Horse Association. APHA encourages all members to join the clubs in their state, region or country, and to take part in their activities and programs. For more information on these clubs, call APHA at (817) 834-2742, extension 404. Current Regional Club contact information can be found at apha.com/regionalclub. A star (#) denotes an APHA Gold Star Club. In addition to sponsoring APHA-approved shows, Gold Star Clubs perform community services and organize special events, such as trail rides, social gatherings and youth activities. North America Alabama Camellia Paint Horse Club Mid-South Paint Horse Club Arizona ★ Arizona Paint Horse Club Arkansas ★ Arkansas Paint Horse Club California California Paint Horse Association Central California Paint Horse Club Golden State Paint Horse Club Greater Los Angeles Paint Horse Club Northern California Paint Horse Club Pacific Coast Paint Horse Club San Joaquin Paint Horse Club Seven-Counties Paint Horse Club Sierra Paint Horse Club Southern California Paint Horse Club Temecula Valley Paint Horse Club Canada ★ Alberta Paint Horse Club British Columbia Paint Horse Club Eastern Ontario Paint Horse Club Manitoba Paint Horse Club Maritime Paint Horse Club Ontario Paint Horse Club Quebec Paint Horse Club Saskatchewan Paint Horse Club Colorado Colorado West Paint Horse Club Hi-Plains Paint Horse Club Mesa Verde Paint Horse Club ★ Rocky Mountain Paint Horse Association Southern Colorado Paint Horse Club Delaware ★ Delmarva Paint Horse Club Florida ★ Dixie Paint Horse Club Georgia Georgia Paint Horse Club North Georgia Paint Horse Club Peach State Paint Horse Club Idaho Eastern Idaho Paint Horse Club Idaho Paint Horse Club Inland Northwest Paint Horse Club Treasure Valley Paint Horse Club Illinois Illinois Paint Horse Association Indiana ★ Indiana Paint Horse Club ★ Southern Indiana Paint Horse Club Iowa ★ Iowa Paint Horse Club Kansas Kansas Paint Horse Association Kentucky Kentucky Paint Horse Club Louisiana ★ Ark-La-Tex Paint Horse Club Louisiana Paint Horse Club Michigan Michigan Paint Horse Club Northern Michigan Paint Horse Club 8 • APHA Membership Guide Minnesota ★ Minnesota Paint Horse Association Minnesota North Star Paint Horse Club Mississippi Mississippi Paint Horse Club Missouri Missouri Paint Horse Club Mo-Kan Paint Horse Club Montana ★ Montana Paint Horse Club Western Montana Paint Horse Club Nebraska ★ Nebraska Paint Horse Club Nevada ★ Eastern Nevada Paint Horse Club Nevada Paint Horse Club Silver State Paint Horse Club New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Vermont ★ New England Paint Horse Club New Jersey ★ Garden State Paint Horse Club New Mexico New Mexico Paint Horse Club Zia Paint Horse Club New York ★ Empire State Paint Horse Club Lake Erie Paint Horse Club North Carolina ★ Carolina Paint Horse Club North Dakota ★ North Dakota Paint Horse Club Ohio ★ Ohio Paint Horse Club Oklahoma ★ Green Country Paint Horse Club ★ Oklahoma Paint Horse Club Oregon Blue Mountain Paint Horse Club Cascade Paint Horse Club Central Oregon Paint Horse Club Oregon Paint Horse Club Southeastern Oregon Paint Horse Club Pennsylvania ★ Pennsylvania Paint Horse Club South Carolina Palmetto Paint Horse Club South Dakota ★ South Dakota Paint Horse Club Tennessee Tennessee Paint Horse Club Texas CentralTexas Paint Horse Club CrossTimbers Paint Horse Club ★ Gulf Coast Paint Horse Club NortheastTexas Paint Horse Club Permian Basin Paint Horse Club SouthTexas Paint Horse Club ★ Texas Paint Horse Club Utah ★ Utah Paint Horse Club Color Country Paint Horse Club Virginia Central Virginia Paint Horse Club Virginia, Maryland, Washington D.C., West Virginia Shenandoah Paint Horse Club Washington Hell’s Canyon Paint Horse Club ★ Pacific Northwest Paint Horse Club ★ Rainier Paint Horse Club Southwest Washington Paint Horse Club ★ Washington State Paint Horse Club Wisconsin ★ Wisconsin Paint Horse Club Wyoming Wyoming Paint Horse Club International Associations/Clubs Austria Austrian Paint Horse Association Czech Republic Paint Horse Club Czech Republic Denmark Paint Horse Club Denmark Dominican Republic Asociacion Paint Horse Dominicana Finland Finnish Paint Horse Association France France Paint Horse Association Germany Paint Horse Club Germany Ireland Irish Paint Horse Club Italy Paint Horse Club Italia Mexico Mexican Paint Horse Club Luxembourg Paint Horse Association Luxembourg Netherlands Dutch Paint Horse Club Norway Norwegian Paint Horse Association Sweden Swedish Paint Horse Association Switzerland ★ Swiss Paint Horse Association United Kingdom United Kingdom Paint Horse Association International Affiliates Australia Paint Horse Association of Australia Brazil Associacao Brasileira Do Cavalo Paint New Zealand Paint Horse Association of New Zealand American Paint Horse Association Membership Application and Program Enrollment Form Current APHA/AjPHA membership required to exhibit and/or receive awards. Go to apha.com to subscribe to My APHA Plus, a new member subscription service. Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Were you a member in the past? Yes No If yes, Member ID #: ____________________________________________________________________ Street: ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth:_______________________ City: ____________________________________________________ State/Province: __________________________ Zip Code: ____________________ Country: ______________________ Daytime Telephone: ______________________________________________ E-mail: ____________________________________________________________________________ Important-Stay Connected Check here to receive free quarterly Membership Level Annual—$40 Lifetime—$500 Junior, Ann ual—$20 Junior, 3-yea r—$40 3-Yea r—$90 5-Year—$150 Junior, J-Term—$100 Date of Birth:_________________________ member newsletter via email only. (Expires 12/31 of 18-year-old year.) (This $100 can be applied to purchase a lifetime adult membership when applicable) Program Selection Please send an Amateur Application to the address listed above. Please send a Novice Youth Application to the address listed above. Paint Alternative Competition (PAC): $25 annual fee (per horse) Year Applying: _______________________________ ID# ____________________ Registered Name of Horse: ______________________________________________________ APHA Reg. No.: ______________________________ Record Owner of Horse: ______________________________________________________________ Telephone: ______________________________ Record Owner’s Address: _____________________________________________________________________________ ID# ____________________ I understand and agree to the rules and requirements of the APHA Paint Alternative Competition program as defined in the current APHA Rulebook. I understand that I must have the PAC enrollment form into the APHA office prior to competing in any APHA-approved PAC event. Owner’s Signature:______________________________________________________________________________ Date: ________________________ Notice: PAC enrollment is valid for the calendar year (January 1 through December 31). Any member, non-member or exhibitor who gives false information to APHA may be subject to disciplinary action (see Official rulebook, Rule GR-070) by the Executive Committee, and may be denied all privileges of the association. Ride America®: $25 one time fee per horse/rider combination = ______________________________________________________________________ 1. Registered Name of Horse: ____________________________________________________ APHA Reg. No.: ______________________________ 2. Registered Name of Horse: ____________________________________________________ APHA Reg. No.: ______________________________ 3. Registered Name of Horse: ____________________________________________________ APHA Reg. No.: ______________________________ American Paint Horse Foundation Paint Horse Journal Subscription Member Rate United States—1 Year United States—3 Years Canada—1 Year Canada—3 Years International—1 Year Non-Member Rate $30 $75 $45 $120 $75 Paint Horse Racing Subscription United States—1 Year $15 Canada/International— 1 Year $25 Method of Payment $35 $90 $50 $135 $80 I want to help the American Paint Horse Foundation and its worthwhile causes. Please accept my donation for: $__________________________________________ Payment Due U.S. Funds only Membership Dues: $ ______________________________________________________ PAC Program: $ ______________________________________________________ Ride America: $ ______________________________________________________ Paint Horse Journal: $ ______________________________________________________ Paint Horse Racing: $ ______________________________________________________ APHF Donation: $ ______________________________________________________ Check or money order enclosed or please charge to my: MasterCard VISA Amex Total: $ ______________________________________________________ If you pay by check, your check may be converted into an electronic funds transfer. Card No. CCV#: __________ Expiration Date: ________________________ Name on Card: __________________________________________________ Signature:____________________________________________________ *Programs and fees are subject to change without notice. Please return completed form and payment to: American Paint Horse Association Attn: Accounting • P.O. Box 961023 • Fort Worth, Texas 76161-0023 (817) 834-APHA (2742) • FAX (817) 834-3152 • apha.com SC: 401 Renew your membership online and save $5.00 if done before current membership expires. (This savings does not apply to junior or lifetime membership) American Paint Horse Association Post Office Box 961023 • Fort Worth, Texas 76161 (817) 834-APHA (2742) • FAX (817) 834-3152 • apha.com APHA MEMBER BENEFITS Join APHA today and become part of a network of thousands of Paint Horse enthusiasts worldwide. You will also receive a host of valuable member benefits, including: -Paint Horse Connection–a free quarterly member publication that keeps you in the know about the latest APHA news, events and programs -Preferred rates on APHA transactions, including registration fees -Discounted subscription rates to the Paint Horse Journal, the monthly flagship magazine of the Association -APHA E-Newsletter–a free monthly newsletter delivered via e-mail that features Association news and reports from the Paint Horse community, as well as upcoming events -The right to vote in Association elections or hold an APHA office -Access to the APHA Web site, www.apha.com–Members can choose one of three levels of service -Reduced rates for farm and liability insurance through Markel Insurance -Free educational materials -Discounts on New Holland equipment purchases -Emergency Roadside Assistance program with the purchase of a new Hart Trailer -Free pharmacy prescription card (saving members from 10 - 60% at www.miQuotes.com/apha) -Health discount packages for members only–see www.miQuotes.com/apha -Chase Affinity Card -Chase Paymentech credit card services