AQHYA Conference Urges Youth To "Rise To The Challenge"

AMARILLO, Texas -- The annual American Quarter Horse Youth Association Leadership Conference is scheduled for May 3-6 at the American Quarter Horse Association headquarters in Amarillo, Texas.
The 2001 theme "Rise To The Challenge" will be the focus of the weekend. Activities scheduled are designed to give youth the opportunity to meet industry professionals and learn leadership skills. The conference presents a cross-section of speakers and an array of hands-on activities.
"The AQHYA Youth Leadership Conference gives AQHYA Members a chance to work together on team efforts as well as learn a little about themselves," said Robin Devin, Director of Youth Activities and AQHYA. "Lecture topics for the conference encompass a wide range of leadership skills such as managing, motivation and character building. Interactive teamwork and problem-solving skits will comprise a large part of the events as well."
Initial enrollments will be limited to two youth members and the affiliate advisor. Each affiliate will be responsible for selecting their representatives.
The conference is sponsored by MBNA America® and presented by Wrangler.
For more information on the AQHYA Leadership Conference, check out AQHA's Web site at www.aqha.com or contact AQHYA at (806) 376-4811.