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The MFTHBA has scheduled a judges training clinic for the end of October.  Attendance is the first step in the process of becoming an MFTHBA carded judge.  In order to apply for a judge’s license, an applicant must meet the following requirements: Current member in good standing of MFTHBA; Age 18 or older; Attend Read more

The following rule changes are available for comment by MFTHBA members.  These changes will come before the Board of Directors in December for consideration.  Members are encouraged to review the proposed changes and provide feedback to their regional directors regarding their support or any concerns they may Read more

Any MFTHBA member wishing to suggest rule changes must have them submitted in writing to the MFTHBA office by October 1.  An online form is available or members may utilize the PDF copy of the form available utilizing the same link. Once received, the rule change will be shared with the appropriate committee for Read more

The Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association (MFTHBA) is seeking a qualified company to update their data management database.  The project will include an update of three main databases: Horse Registry and Member Management: This database maintains all horse and member information for the Association. MFTHBA Read more

The Treasurer’s Report highlighted our June 30, 2018 results to date and compared those to last year.  We are running behind last year in net revenues.  Large expenses for the office roof replacement and show grounds repair and maintenance are the main reasons.  Board members were reminded that any supplemental Read more

Candidate nominations for this year’s MFTHBA election opened on July 1. Candidates may be nominated for consideration through August 1. During this year’s election, all MFTHBA members will be voting to select the next President and Vice-President to a two-year appointment. Members in Regions 4, 9, and 10 will be Read more

The Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association (MFTHBA) is pleased to announce their partnership with Equine Trail Sports.  Through the partnership, the MFTHBA will recognize Missouri Fox Trotting Horses competing in ETS competitions. To be eligible, horses must be registered with the Missouri Fox Trotting Read more

The Trainer of the Year award was designed to recognize the achievements of professional horsemen and women involved in the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse breed.  The three nominees for the 2017 award represent the work ethic, dedication, and hard work needed to make a living in the equine world. “David Ogle, Brian Read more

Good sportsmanship is part of the tradition of equine events.  Whether it is following rules and playing fair at a horses show, lending a hand to a fellow trail rider, or treating fellow equestrians with respect and courtesy, MFTHBA members exhibit good sportsmanship on a daily basis.  The MFTHBA Sportsmanship Read more

From its beginnings in the American West, the American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC) has spread roots both nationally and internationally. The AERC sanctions more than 700 rides each year throughout North America. In 1978 the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) recognized endurance riding as an Read more