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2026 AMSA
Spring Riding Challenge

RIDE MORE. ANY DISCIPLINE. ANYWHERE

March 1 – May 15, 2026

 

Open to all equine disciplines • Open to riders across Canada & the USA

👉 You do NOT need to be an AMSA member
👉 You do NOT need to be a mounted shooter

Proudly Supported By Our 2026 Sponsors

What is the Riding Challenge?

The 2026 AMSA Riding Challenge is a fun, low-pressure way to get in the saddle more often this spring. No competition stress, no judging — just riding your horse and being part of a supportive community.

Ride how you ride. Arena, trails, lessons, conditioning — it all counts.

Log 15 or more rides between March 1 and May 15 to be entered into prize draws and be part of a supportive riding community.

Who Can Participate?

✔ Riders of any discipline
✔ Riders in Canada and the USA
✔ All ages and experience levels
✔ AMSA members and non‑members welcome

If you ride a horse — you qualify.

How the Challenge Works

Step 1 – Register

Registration opens February 21 – March 15, 2026

💲 Entry Fee: $20 per horse

👉 One registration per horse

Step 2 – Ride

• Ride between March 1 – May 15, 2026
• Any type of ride counts: arena, outdoor, lessons, trails, conditioning - all good

⏱️ Each ride must be a minimum of 15 minutes

Step 3 – Track Your Rides

You must log a minimum of 15 rides during the challenge period.

✔ Recommended: Equilab App
✔ Manual track your rides

Step 4 – Submit & Win

Submit your weekly ride logs into the Google Sheet to qualify for random prize draws.

The Fine Print

​• Challenge dates: March 1 – May 15, 2026
• Minimum 15 logged rides per horse
• Riders may enter multiple horses (separate entry per horse)
• Open to Canada & USA participants
• AMSA membership not required
• Rides must be submitted by the posted deadline

Prizes & Sponsors

Prizes generously donated by small businesses across Canada!

Participants who complete the challenge will be entered into random prize draws, including:

🏆Custom Drinkware Donated by Down North Customs
🏆4 x Wild Rags Donated by Kountry Sass
🏆4 x $50 Gift Cards Donated by Kountry Sass
🏆 2 x $50 Fuel Cards Donated by Heavy Horse Oilfield Rentals

🏆Tim Hortons Gift Cards Donated by Mitchell Farms
🏆Swag  
Donated by Paradise Acres Ranch
🏆Gift Cards 
Donated by Ashlynn Morrison Rural Realty
🏆Mr. Mikes Gift Cards 
Donated by Mr. Mikes
🏆2 x $50 Silver Vet Gift Cards
Donated by Crossed Pistols Quarter Horses
🏆Prizes
Donated by Peers Farm & Feed

🏆Techna Vet Products Donated by Techna Vet Industries

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🏆More Sponsors to be announced! 

Prizes are awarded by draw — every completed rider has a chance to win!

Interested in Sponsoring a Prize?

We love supporting equine businesses across all disciplines.
Sponsors receive website recognition, social media mentions, and direct exposure to riders across disciplines in Canada and the USA.

👉 Become a 2026 Riding Challenge Sponsor

How to Submit Your Rides

After registration is complete, all riders will receive a submission link by EMAIL.

📄 This link will take you to a shared Google Sheet, where riders will self‑enter all completed rides throughout the challenge.

How it Works

• Check your email after registering for the Google Sheet link
• Enter your rides directly into the sheet
• Keep your entries up to date as you ride

✔ Simple
✔ No apps required
✔ Easy for all disciplines

📧 Questions: amsa2x45@gmail.com

Join the Community

Stay motivated, share your progress, and connect with riders across disciplines.

👉 Join the 2026 AMSA Riding Challenge Facebook Group

Share your rides, photos, and milestones — cheering each other on is part of the fun!

This challenge is made possible thanks to the support of our sponsors and riding community!

Ready to Join?

Get in the saddle, ride consistently, and have fun this spring.

👉 Register for the 2026 AMSA Riding Challenge

Ride your way. Any discipline. Anywhere.

Thank You to Our 2026 Riding Challenge Sponsors

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