SWQHA is an affiliate organization of the American Quarter Horse Association. The purpose of the organization is to provide quality Quarter Horse experiences for horse enthusiasts in West Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and surrounding areas. 

The show season runs from November 1 to October 31st.  A total of 18 sanctioned shows are offered during the year by the main organization.  The Youth organization offers one or more open shows during the summer and the Amateur association offers clinics and learning experiences throughout the year.

SWQHA holds its Convention and Awards Banquet the first Saturday in December. The year end awards are very impressive:  saddles for division high point and other suitable awards for class high point winners.  The youth and amateur organizations also give awards in their divisions.

To be eligible for year end awards, membership in SWQHA is required.  To become a member, please contact any current member.  Or, simply print the following application and mail it, with dues, to Hugh Trotter, 500 Pettit Rd, Anthony NM  88021.

Family Membership - $25.00
Individual Membership - $20.00
Farm/Ranch - $25.00
Lifetime - $150.00

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Youth Family Members (with Birth Dates):

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The Amateur organization has an additional dues of $10.00 each year in addition to SWQHA membership.