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YES Conference | July 12 - 14 in Amarillo

What is YES?

The Youth Excellence Seminar welcomes AQHYA members and nonmembers, ages 10 to 18, to experience this three-day, fun-packed event that offers valuable leadership skills, inspiring speakers and AQHYA governance items.  AQHYA officer and director elections will also take place during YES. To learn more about AQHYA officer and director elections, view the Guide to Campaigning.  

YES Facts

  • Anyone ages 10 to 18 can attend – current AQHYA members and nonmembers.
  • Youth will experience leadership development sessions and workshops, take part in a service activity, network with horse enthusiasts from around the world, and take inspiration from engaging keynote speakers. 
  • Five AQHYA officers will be elected—president, first vice president, second vice president, member and member.
  • Regional directors will be elected—AQHYA has 11 regions; each region elects three AQHYA members as directors.

2021 YES Conference - Some Arkansas youth competitors just returned from the Youth Excellence Seminar (YES) conference in Amarillo.  This 3-day, fun-packed event offers valuable leadership experiences, inspiring speakers and info on AQHYA governance.  Attendees representing Arkansas included Sidney Dunham, Lanie Cornelius, Harley Jo Jones, Eva Jones, and Riley Walburn. 

AQHYA elections also take place during the YES conference.  It is our pleasure to report that ArQHA member Spencer Hardin was elected 1st Vice-President and former ArQHA member Steve Wheat was elected President for 2021-22.  Many congratulations, guys!! We are excited for this opportunity!

Candids from 2021 YES conference


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