2023 Youth Board Members
President - Samatha Lyons
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Hi, my name is Samantha Lyons. I am from Lisbon, ND. I live on a farm just outside town where I raise corn, soybeans, rye, wheat, barley and have a diversified livestock operation of cow-calf, feedlot, goats and horses. I have two siblings; I am the middle between my older sister and younger brother. I have been involved with horses since a young age, enjoying trail riding, camping out and showing in local 4H shows. In the past few years, I have continued my showing career by attending AQHA shows and getting involved in the NDQHYA. Aside from riding horse I enjoy being a part of St. Aloysius church, FFA, FCCLA, Heart and Soul 4 H club, livestock judging, playing piano, and high school volleyball. When I have down time, I enjoy being outside, traveling, camping and hanging out with my friends and family.
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Vice President
Adeline Brutger
Treasurer
Hailey Neumann
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Hailey Neumann is from Sabin, MN and is a sophomore at Oak Grove Lutheran School in Fargo, ND. She participates in basketball, volleyball, track and band. In her spare time she shows in AQHA shows over the summer with her partner Gideon, who is the grandson of her very first horse Maggie Mae. Hailey and Gideon will be showing in the 14 to 18 classes in 2023.
Secretary
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Director
Paislee Buckle
Director
Aspyn Thelen
My name is Aspyn Thelen, I am 14 and I live in Garrison, ND. I am the Garrison FFA chapter’s treasurer and I currently have a job at Fort Stevenson State Park. I love being outside and spending time with my family and friends. I am excited to be on the board for the NDQHYA and what opportunities it has to bring.
The NDQHYA are looking for Y.E.S (Youth Excellence Seminar) delegates. Please contact Abby Stensgard for information.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR YEAR END
ALL AROUND & YEAR END CLASS AWARDS
To receive a Year End Award you must attend
two (2) meetings and participate in
two (2) fund-raisers. You must also have shown to 9 judges in each class for a year end class award.
Youth World letters are due April 30th
NDQHYA World Show Letter of Intent
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AQHYA World Championship Show
Due June 1st, 2023
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AQHYA Officer and Director Application
Deadline May 15th
The AQHYA Guide to Campaigning (including new age eligibility requirements for Officer and Director candidates as stated in the AQHYA Bylaws in the current online version of the 2023 AQHA Rulebook) is available here.
Please note, the application deadline for candidates campaigning for AQHYA Board is May 15. All election materials and the application form are included in the Guide to Campaigning.
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Letters for Congress/NYATT are due July 1st
Congress NYATT ND Letter of Intent
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2023 Ford Youth World Show Qualifying information
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2023 Fundraisers:
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Annual Blanket Auction
Will be held at the 2023 Annual Banquet
Picture Auction
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Back-number sale
$20 to reserve a number (no copies needed)
$25 for 3 printed copies of your number
$35 for 5 printed copies of your number
$40 for 7 printed copies of your number
Contact: Jesse Armstrong
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Wadena Run
Square Auction & Ice Cream Float Special
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Legendary Labor Day Show
Bake Sale & Basket Auction
Egg & Spoon
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Community Service Project
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NDSU - Bison Strides Program (Group headed by Maggie Waslaski)
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Horse Rescue Program
(Group headed by Adeline Brutger)
AQHLead
The American Quarter Horse Foundation and American Quarter Horse Association are pleased to partner together to advance the development of young adults and their continuous involvement in the equine industry. The AQHLead program is designed for young adults, ages 19-34, to help support their development as young leaders in the equine industry.
AQHLead travel grants may be awarded annually to participants to offset the cost of travel and participation. Grant recipients kick off their participation in the program each year at the AQHA Convention. For more info click here
SUPPORT OUR YOUTH
RESERVE YOUR NUMBER FOR THE 2023 SHOW SEASON
Contact: Jesse Armstrong
for more information.
701-425-6369 jessearmstrong99@gmail.com
