Bank of America Youth Excellence Seminar and AQHYA Convention Deadlines Near

to be Held June 15-17,

Amarillo, Texas, April 20, 2006 – The American Quarter Horse Youth Association is gearing up for the annual Bank of America Youth Excellence Seminar (Y.E.S.) and American Quarter Horse Youth Association Convention June 15-17 at the Amarillo Civic Center.  Take advantage of early registration at a reduced rate until May 16. The deadline for all Y.E.S. registrations is May 27.

More than 200 AQHYA members are expected to attend this year’s event.  The Youth Excellence Seminar focuses on developing AQHYA members’ leadership through several group activities and expert motivational speakers.  This year’s featured speakers are Dennis McLoughlin, Dr. Bud Joiner, Bart Vanderdose and Craig Zablocki.
Youth will gain a greater understanding of the American Quarter Horse industry and learn ways they can become more involved.

“Our goal is for youth members to get involved in all aspects of AQHA, and at the same time, learn valuable leadership skills that will enhance their AQHYA experience,” said Christy Bramwell, AQHA Senior Manager of Youth Activities.  “The more our youth members learn about AQHA and how to become an effective leader, the better they will lead the Association in the future, and they become better citizens in the process!”
Voting delegates will elect AQHYA Officers and Directors during the convention. AQHYA members interested in running for a director position must declare his or her candidacy prior to May 16. Visit http://www.aqha.com/youth/activities/leaderconference.html for more information.

The Wrangler ASPIRE Award also will be presented during Y.E.S.  Each year, a $1,000 scholarship and $500 in Wrangler merchandise, provided by Wrangler, is awarded to an AQHYA member based on their involvement in the Association.  The ASPIRE Award assists in developing and improving scholarship, leadership, community interest and participation in horse activities.

All participants in the Bank of America Y.E.S. and AQHYA Convention will receive a buy one, get one free coupon from Wrangler for a free pair of Wrangler jeans redeemable at Cavender’s Boot City in Amarillo.
For additional information on this year’s Y.E.S. and AQHYA Convention, visit http://www.aqha.com/youth/activities/leaderconference.html or call (806) 376-4811.

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