FORT WORTH, Texas– The American Paint Horse Association (APHA) announced today it has launched a new International website for the Association’s many members and affiliates located around the world. The purpose of this website is to provide a gateway to the American Paint Horse Association for Paint enthusiasts outside the U.S. and Canada. The International website can be found by Clicking here.
The timing of this launch coincides with the first day of the European Paint Championships, also known as EuroPaint, taking place August 30 – September 5, 2010, in Kreuth, Germany. Results along with live stream of the European Paint Championship show can be found by using the links provided from the homepage of the new International website.
Providing news and information of interest to members around the world, this portal brings together resources that make owning a Paint Horse meaningful and enjoyable. The homepage features an International News section where members can find the latest information on showing and programs. The Calendar of Events tab can help members locate APHA shows around the world. The International Judges tab helps clubs find judges nearby to facilitate their shows. The Clubs tab helps international members connect with APHA’s 19 International clubs. The Forms & Downloads tab is helpful when trying to locate any APHA forms needed for showing and registration. The Recreational Riding tab connects international members to the Ride America program and provides information about International trail rides. The Performance Awards tab is where visitors can go to access the International Current Leading Sires list for both halter and performance.
Additional features will be added in the future, possibly to include articles of international interest from the Paint Horse Journal along with international advertising opportunities.
“We are thrilled to launch APHA’s International website on the eve of the European Paint Horse Championship – the breed’s premier event outside the U.S. and Canada,” said APHA Executive Director Lex Smurthwaite. “Not only does it offer valuable tools for our international members, but I believe Paint Horse owners in the U.S. will find it interesting as well. Our goal is to make it easy for Paint Horse enthusiasts around the world to access information and be part of the APHA family.”
More About APHA
Currently, American Paint Horses are being registered at APHA’s Fort Worth, Texas, headquarters at a rate of more than 30,000 horses each year. APHA has registered more than 981,000 horses in 59 nations and territories since it was founded 48 years ago, and now serves approximately 76,000 active members around the world. APHA, a non-profit organization, prides itself on community involvement and educating the public about the beauty and talent of the breed. Among its many activities, APHA works to preserve bloodlines and maintain the outstanding characteristics of Paint Horses. For more information, visit the Association’s website apha.com or call (817) 834-2742.
