ABRA Charter Club Spotlight: Inland Empire Buckskin Horse Association (IEBHA)

Karri Owens
Feb 3
2 min read

Charter clubs are the backbone of regional growth, competition, and community within the American Buckskin Registry Association. One standout example is the Inland Empire Buckskin Horse Association (IEBHA)—a highly active ABRA Charter Club serving exhibitors and breeders throughout the Northwest.

IEBHA plays a vital role in expanding opportunities for Buckskin and color breed enthusiasts while supporting ABRA’s mission at the grassroots level.

Why an ABRA Charter Club Like IEBHA Matters

As an established ABRA Charter Club, IEBHA helps bridge national programs with local participation. Their efforts directly support exhibitors, breeders, and youth riders by offering accessible, high-quality events and breed-approved competition.

IEBHA’s impact includes:

Promoting ABRA, AQHA, and other recognized breed programs
Providing multi-breed show opportunities that welcome a broad range of exhibitors
Supporting horse owners with recognized points, awards, and futurity options
Strengthening regional engagement within the ABRA community

Through consistent leadership and event planning, IEBHA helps grow visibility and value for ABRA-registered horses.

Premier Event: Western States American Breed Congress

IEBHA hosts its flagship event, the Western States American Breed Congress, every August in Moses Lake, Washington. This premier show attracts exhibitors from across the region and beyond.

Event highlights include:

ABRA- and AQHA-approved classes
Added-money open futurities
Approval from multiple breed associations, including ABRA, AQHA, MSQHA, IQHA, MQHA, and WSQHA
A welcoming environment for youth, amateur, and open exhibitors

This event exemplifies how an ABRA Charter Club can elevate competition while fostering a strong sense of community.