The Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association (MFTHBA) is seeking a dedicated volunteer to serve as Camp Host during the 2025 World Show and Celebration, held August 31–September 6 at the MFTHBA World Headquarters in Ava, Missouri. This important volunteer role helps ensure that our guests enjoy a safe, Read more
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We are excited to share that the new arena lights at the MFTHBA grounds are now fully installed and operational. On Thursday, the lights were turned on and tested for the first time. Special thanks go to Region 6 Director Brian Land and Trainers Committee Chairman Brad Huffman for meeting with the installation Read more
The MFTHBA Board of Directors met on Monday, August 18. The meeting was livestreamed for members through the members-only site. Formal minutes will be posted after approval at the next meeting. Below are a few highlights: Hall of Fame Inductions: The Board accepted the recommendation of the Hall of Fame Committee Read more
The MFTHBA Membership Committee and Board of Directors are excited to invite all members to our Annual Membership Dinner on Saturday, August 30, at 6:00 p.m. This special evening is all about celebrating you—our members—who make the MFTHBA community so strong. We’ll kick off the night with lively trivia and prizes Read more
It has come to our attention that the header on the generic ballot was inadvertently labeled as the Region 2 ballot. Please note the following: Regions 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, and 10: Your ballot should only include the election for Secretary/Treasurer. Regions 2, 5, and 8: Your ballot should include both the election Read more
The Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association is pleased to announce that thirty-six new LED light features for the Dale Esther Arena have arrived! The next step is installation, and we are on track to have them in place in time for the World Show and Celebration. This project has been a true community effort. Read more
The nomination period for the 2025 MFTHBA Election officially closed at 4 p.m. on August 1. The following individuals have been nominated: Secretary/Treasurer Tami Jo Summerhill Region 2 Jon Tanner Region 5 Roy Harms Marvin Roderman Region 8 Tracey Wygant Ballots will be mailed soon. Members who held an active Read more
The Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association (MFTHBA) Versatility Committee is proposing changes to the current rules regarding reining patterns. Members are invited to review the proposed rule changes and provide feedback to their Regional Director. There will be at least 60 days for feedback, with the final Read more
The Standard Class List Committee has completed its review and proposed updates to the MFTHBA Standard Class List to be used at the World Show and Celebration from 2026 through 2028. They are now seeking input from our members, exhibitors, and horse owners on the changes before they are finalized. Why a Standard Read more
The MFTHBA Board of Directors held its regular business meeting on July 21, 2025. The meeting was livestreamed for members who wished to follow along. Below is a general summary of the board’s actions. Official minutes will be posted in the Members Only section of the website once they are approved at the August Read more