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ICAA COLORS OF SPRING VIRTUAL SHOW

ONLY A FEW MORE WEEKS LEFT TO ENTER!

The ICAA Spots of Fall virtual show is scheduled as follows:

Entries opened on April 1, 2025

Videos will be accepted through May 18, 2025

Results will be posted by May 31, 2025

The Showbill and the Rules, Information, and Patterns are available on the ICAA Shows navigation tab. Classes include Halter, including Performance Halter; Performance classes will include Trail, Pleasure, Ranch Riding, and Liberty; and there will be a few fun classes with Costume and Jumping, both in-hand and riding with low jumps that can be done in a western saddle.

These virtual shows are much more stress free than attending a live show where some people who don't generally show might feel intimidated, and you won't have the expense of traveling. Dress is casual. These shows are judged by Judge Dana Grafft. If you have any questions at all, please let us know.

Pictured is FVF Wind Seranade, owned and shown by Lauren Smith. This has been a tough mare to beat in these virtual shows!

Are you an Appaloosa fan or ICAA member? Join the movement by becoming a district representative or applying for a seat on the board of trustees.

Do you own or have a passion for the Appaloosa horse? Join the International Colored Appaloosa Association (ICAA) to help support the ongoing success of the Appaloosa breed. If you are already a member of this dedicated organization and want to play an active role in its future, consider reaching out to us about becoming a district representative in your area. Your voice matters! Be part of a larger mission to preserve our beloved Appaloosa.

The Appaloosa is celebrated for its diverse range of colors and coat patterns, as well as its exceptional versatility and trainability. These horses excel in various disciplines and are known for their gentle, calm demeanor, making them ideal for novice and experienced riders. Additionally, Appaloosas are highly regarded for their endurance, which makes them a popular choice in endurance-riding competitions. The ICAA plays a vital role in preserving this remarkable breed by addressing the impacts of uncontrolled crossbreeding on the Appaloosa lineage. Their mission is to maintain the integrity of the purebred Appaloosa, promote this versatile and athletic breed on a global scale, and honor its rich heritage.

ICAA PROGRAMS

PRODUCTION ACHIEVEMENT AWARD SYSTEM

Did you know about the ICAA Production Achievement Award System? Once a mare has produced five registered ICAA foals with a coat pattern, she is eligible for this award. Once a stallion has produced fifteen, he is eligible. Solid non-LP horses also qualify for these awards. If you think your mare or stallion has produced the number to quailfy, please let us know!

ICAA HORSEMANSHIP PROGRAM

Did you know about the ICAA Horsemanship Program? This used to be the trail riding program, but was revamped and renamed several years ago to include almost any handling of you horse, including grooming, groundwork, trailer loading training, and almost everything except professional training. With this change came the ability to start tracking time on your foal from day one! A one time payment enrolls the horse for life! If the horse is sold, the time goes with the horse. Forms for enrollment and timekeeping are available on the Forms page.

ICAA DISTANCE PROGRAM

Did you know about the ICAA Distance Program? Both Competitive trail and Endurance are offered with an annual enrollment. Earn awards for participating in these events.

ICAA approved endurance and competitive trail ride sanctioning organizations:

American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC), Great Lakes Distance Riding Assn (GLDRA), Upper Midwest Endurance and Competitive Ride Assn (UMECRA), Washington State Horsemen, Inc (WSH), International Arabian Horse Assn (IAHA), Ohio Arabian and All Breed Trail Society (OAATS), Ohio Arabian Horse Assn (OAHA), Appaloosa Distance Riders Assn (ApDRA), North American Trail Ride Conference (NATRC), Eastern Competitive Trail Rider Assn (ECTRA), Southeastern Distance Riders Assn (SEDRA), Texas Endurance Riders Assn (TERA), Middle Of The Trail Distance Riders Assn (MOTDRA), and Ontario Competitive Trail Riding Assn (OCTRA). ICAA reserves the right to approve any other distance ride it deems suitable, including overseas.

Forms for enrollment and reports are available on the Forms page.

OPEN SHOW POINT PROGRAM (OSSP)

We also have the ICAA Open Show Point Program. Earn points from open and Appaloosa shows for end of year awards! Youths and/or horses are enrolled annually. Forms for enrollment and reporting are available on the Forms page.