Save the Date: 2025 APHA & AjPHA Leadership Gathering returns to Fort Worth
Secure your spot for the 2025 APHA & AjPHA Leadership Gathering, taking place February 27–March 2, 2025.
Register for the 2025 Leadership Gathering Now!
You won’t want to miss the Fort Worth, Texas, fun that includes:
- Unforgettable Adventures: Get up close with legendary horses and exotic critters in an exclusive tour of High Point Performance Horses, followed by shopping at Paul Taylor’s Saddle Co. in Pilot Point, Texas. Tickets are limited for this February 27 outing!
- Drinks with a Legend: Raise a glass at the John Wayne Museum on March 1 and toast to history, culture and legends while supporting the American Paint Horse Foundation’s new initiatives. Tickets are limited!
- Welcome Party & Pub Crawl: Join us on February 28 for a fun get-together at Hotel Drover, followed by two-stepping and a pub crawl at some Fort Worth Stockyards highlights, like Billy Bob’s of Texas, Rodeo Exchange and Pearl’s Saloon.
- Stockyards Championship Rodeo: Limited tickets are available for the Stockyards Championship Rodeo on February 28—come see the world’s only year-round rodeo in the historic Cowtown Coliseum.
- Special Youth Leadership Activities: AjPHA members age 11–18 are invited to meet fellow Youth members, develop leadership skills and learn firsthand from industry professionals. Plus special excursions to the American Hat Co. factory, NRS World and Stockyards Championship Rodeo.
- Connections & Growth: The Leadership Gathering also features educational opportunities, the chance to learn more about your association and participate in its governance. Whether you’re here to network, learn or simply soak in the fun, the Leadership Gathering offers something for everyone.
Early-bird registration discounts are available until January 5, 2025.
Find details, schedule, hotels and event registration links at apha.com/leadershipgathering.
Everyone is Welcome
All APHA members and Paint Horse enthusiasts are encouraged to attend the Leadership Gathering. Remember, to be eligible for voting privileges, elected State Directors and eligible alternates must answer roll call in State Directors Meeting Sessions 1 and 2, taking place March 1–2.
Registration is open now. Lock in your spot today and start counting down to an unforgettable experience in the heart of Cowtown.
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About APHA
The American Paint Horse Association is the world’s second-largest international equine breed association. Since it was founded in 1962, APHA has registered more than a million horses in 59 nations and territories. APHA promotes, preserves and provides meaningful experiences with Paint Horses. Learn more at apha.com.