Alberta Reined Cow Horse Association

09/05/2025

🚨 𝐑𝐀𝐅𝐅𝐋𝐄 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓!🚨
The ARCHA is thrilled to team up with our friends at Tractorland to bring you the ultimate cowboy combo! Like & share to help us SPREAD THE WORD about this great raffle.

🎟️ 𝐖𝐈𝐍 𝐚 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝-𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐢𝐝𝐞-𝐛𝐲-𝐒𝐢𝐝𝐞 + 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐫! 🎟️
Whether you're hauling gear, checking cows, or heading to the next show, this rugged rig is built to keep up with your western lifestyle. Plus selected unit has a FULL CAB with Heat 🔥 & AC ❄️ so you’re ready for any weather!

🔥 One ticket could win it ALL
🔥 Support the ARCHA and the future of cow horse
🔥 Only a limited number of tickets available!

💥 Side-by-Side + Trailer = Freedom, Function, and Full-Throttle Fun 💥

🎯 Don’t miss your chance to win big AND support the sport you love!

📍 Get your tickets online today at https://archa.communibee.ca/fundraising
🛻 Proudly sponsored by Tractorland – Built for the West

AGLC License # 738564
Winner will be chosen Nov 29, 2025

09/02/2025

Congratulations to Bonnie Koetsier, winner of the B Diamond Physio Volunteer Gift Basket in recognition of her volunteer contribution at Alberta Snaffle Bit Futurity, Derby and Horse Show!

09/02/2025

We have a winner in the BLI Cutting Flags Flag Raffle!

Congrats to ticket holder #15 Kirsty Kampjes of Sturgeon County AB 🙌🙌🙌 winner has been contacted!

Thank you to all participants of this great raffle. With your support we sold 148 tickets with ALL proceeds supporting ARCHA Programming.

A HUGE thank you to for partnering with on this fundraiser. Support their 🇨🇦 CANADIAN 🇨🇦 business if you’re in the market for a flag to keep your horses sharp!

09/02/2025

🏆 Big runs down the fence, hard turns, and gritty control — the Futurity Fence Work at the Alberta Snaffle Bit Futurity did not disappoint! We’re still living for it and still on the edge of our seats after those performances. Here are the high scores:

🏆 Open Futurity – SLR Travelin Heavy & John Swales | Sponsored by Bar TT Cowhorse
🏆Limited Open Futurity – CD Lucky Charm & Cody McArthur | Sponsored by Bar TT Cowhorse
🏆L1 Open Futurity – Scoot To Thrill & Brady Jensen | Sponsored by White Lake Colony
🏆Non Pro Futurity – Zack Is Smokin & Karnell Perry | Sponsored by Bart & Terri Holowath
🏆Limited Non Pro Futurity – Lil Play Time & Nicole Myer | Sponsored by Bart & Terri Holowath
🏆L1 Non Pro Futurity – Smart Dreamin & Cache McLerie | Sponsored by Bart & Terri Holowath
🏆Non Pro Boxing Futurity – Scoot To Thrill & Heather McLevin | Sponsored by Red Hott Cat

👏 Hats off to all the riders, horses, and sponsors for making the fence work a highlight we won’t forget!

Stay tuned for Aggregate Champion Awards images!

Thanks Krystina Lynn Photography for capturing the action again at the Alberta Snaffle Bit Futurity!

09/02/2025

Thank you to Three Peak Printing. for nailing these incredible signs for us! https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CdfS6Lqpd/?mibextid=wwXIfr

09/01/2025

Full results from the 2025 Alberta Snaffle Bit Futurity, Derby & Horse Show are now online! Thank you to all of the exhibitors for joining us at the Claresholm Agriplex, as well as all of our dedicated volunteers, Board of Directors, and show support team.

The Alberta Snaffle Bit Futurity is an ARCHA premier event that showcases the top young horses and their riders, highlighting the incredible skill, precision, and dedication required to excel in the sport of reined cow horse.

09/01/2025

💥 High Fence Scores! 💥

The Derby fence work yesterday was 🔥 and we’ve got to give a big shout out to the top scores in every division!

🏆 Open, Limited Open & Novice Horse
Greycee | Kent Williamson | 149.5

🏆 Level 1 Open
Justaboutthere | Anna Gimblett | 148.5

🏆 Non Pro
Call Ya Next Tuesday | Carlene Schmidt | 147

🏆 Limited Non Pro
Spooks Chocolena | Taylor Wells | 134.5

🏆 Level 1 Non Pro
The Cat Trapper | Darren Baumgardner | 131.5

🏆 Non Pro Boxing
CR Stylish Ray Von | Deb Simpson | 147.5

A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors who make it all possible – your support keeps the fence runs fast, thrilling, and unforgettable! 🙌

08/31/2025

Moore Equine Veterinary Centre – Limited Non Pro Boxing

Moore's offers 2 locations for all your reproductive, surgical, and general vet practice needs. Western Canada's largest equine veterinary service, providing general veterinary medical services on both an ambulatory and in-hospital basis. Thank you to Moore's for your care of our athletes!

https://www.mooreequine.ca/

A heartfelt thank-you to Moore Equine for sponsoring ourLimited Non Pro Boxing—your dedication to riders does not go unnoticed.

08/31/2025

Western Specialties Pro Shop – Buckaroo Boxing

A big thank-you to Western Specialties for sponsoring Buckaroo Boxing! Your support helps our youngest competitors get in the pen with confidence and excitement.

08/31/2025

Western Stockman – Non Pro Boxing

A sincere thank-you to Western Stockman for sponsoring both Non Pro Boxing —your steadfast support is invaluable. Be sure to stop in next time you're in Lethbridge to check out their GORGEOUS western store stocked with quality products!

https://westernstockman.ca/

08/31/2025

Davis GMC Buick – Youth Boxing

Lethbridge & Southern Alberta's community & customer focused GM dealer! Great selection, and small town service. Take a trip south for your next vehicle purchase. https://www.davisgm.ca/

Thank you to Davis GMC for supporting our Youth Boxing divisions! Your support keeps our future champions engaged and excited.

08/31/2025

Tall Timber Cattle Co. – Ranch Hand Boxing

Thank you to Tall Timber Cattle Co. for sponsoring Ranch Hand Boxing! Your support keeps the energy— and tradition—alive in the arena.
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