Faced with rising costs related to several aspects of hosting the Appaloosa National, Youth World, and Appaloosa World shows, the ApHC Board of Directors approved increases in entry and stall fees for both shows, effective in 2007. However, the board stipulated that 50 percent of the entry fee increases be distributed as additional payout money for eligible classes at those shows, and that non-monetary awards would be enhanced for youth and non-pro classes ineligible for cash payouts.

Specifically, Youth entry fees will increase from $45 to $50 per class. Non-Pro entry fees will increase from $55 per class to $60 (in equitation, novice, and showmanship) and all other Non-Pro class fees will increase from $85 to $95. Open class entry fees will also increase from $85 to $95. Stall fees will be adjusted from $175 to $195 for premium stalls; $150 to $165 for “regular” stalls, and from $60 to $65 for daily stalls.

While noting that World Show fees have not increased since 1998 and National Show fees were raised in 2001, the board acknowledged that members/exhibitors are dealing with the same challenges of escalating costs. Part of the Club’s ongoing responsibility is to produce high-level events worthy of members’ time and financial commitment. Board members noted that revenue projections for future shows are difficult to gauge, but the increases in entry and stall fees are considered necessary to provide some measure of stability to the overall show management budget.