Sound Principles ~ Sound Horses
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Sound Principles ~ Sound Horses
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The National Walking Horse Association provides event managers with the necessary resources to host compliant shows. NWHA events are the epitome of our reputation of our sound principles, sound horses mantra.
Let us service and support your upcoming event!
At the National Walking Horse Association, we see the hard work Amateur Owned and Trained participants put into their horses and are excited to offer a new focused program with jack-pot style paybacks at the end of the show season! Horse and rider teams must meet the AOT requirements outlined in sections 4.1.8, 6.3, and 7.3 in the NWHA Rulebook.
Download the file below to read through the program requirements and fill out the Nomination Form. Members can complete their form and e-mail to office@nwha.com or mail-in their form to NWHA Office PO Box 12430 Reading, PA 19612. Proof of ownership must be accompanied with the nomination form as per the SOP document. Nomination fees can be paid via the NWHA Shop (payment button below) or by mailing in a check.
Only NWHA Affiliated events will count for points.
Participants must choose one division and can accumulate points through competition in both 2 and 3 gait designated AOT classes.
Community Outreach:
Nomination Fee Schedule
Affiliate Your Show
Show affiliation assures horse show managers and/or clubs offering Walking Horse or gaited classes are protected and are meeting compliance expectations and requirements of the Horse Protection Act (HPA). NWHA is a USDA certified Horse Industry Organization (HIO), with a certified Designated Qualified Persons (DQPs) in-house program, we insure compliant, fair and fun events,
Affiliation or Sanction
Affiliation: A show affiliation is required for any event that must have a Designated Qualified Person (DQP) present and checking horses as defined by the NWHA Rules and Regulations. These events offer traditional Walking Horse rail classes.
Sanction: An event sanction is available when an event is not required to have a Designated Qualified Person (DQP) present and checking horses as defined by the NWHA Rules and regulations. Such events may be Dressage shows, gymkhana-only events, trail rides or any other non-rail event.
One of the largest sound, flat shod horse shows in the country. This week long event welcomes over 1,000 entries in multiple disciplines and divisions. Held at the Miller TN Coliseum September 22-28, 2024
Region 1 States: CT, DE, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VT
The Ohio Classic
Springfield, OH
June 21-22, 2024
Region 2 States: MI, OH
NC/VA Regional Championship
Lake Waccamaw, NC
August 9-10, 2024
Region 3 States: VA, NC
Stepping Into Summer Region 4 Championship Show
Camden, SC
May 31-June 1, 2024
Region 4 States: AL, FL, GA SC
Kentucky Rose Region 5 Championship
Liberty, KY
June 28-29, 2024
Region 5 States: KY, TN, WV
Gaited Rumble Region 6 Championship
Belton, TX
April 26-27, 2024
Region 6 States: AR, KS, LA, MO MS, OK, TX
Indiana Celebration
New Castle, IN
July 11-13, 2024
Region 7 States: IA, IL, IN, MN, NE, ND, SD, WI
Region 8 States: AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY
Upon submission of completed affiliation/sanction forms with required fees the NWHA will advertise your event to our membership as well as publication in our various resources and social media platforms.
All class lists must be received at least 30 days prior to any event
Show Affiliation Application is for shows that contain rail classes and require DQP Inspection
Show Sanction Application is for shows that contain non-rail (versatility classes) on select days and do not contain any class that would require DQP inspection on the day of the sanction.
National Walking Horse Association
PO Box 12430 Reading, PA 19612
Phone: (859) 252-6942 E-Mail: office@nwha.com
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