Idaho Cutting Horse Association Fall Cutting: Premier western equestrian competition featuring Futurity, Derby, and Horse Show divisions at the Northwest's leading horse facility. This prestigious 12-day event showcases the ancient art of cutting, where horse and rider work together to separate individual cattle from the herd in intense 2.5-minute performances. The Ford Idaho Horse Park provides a world-class venue with over 110 acres and capacity for 850 horses, attracting competitors from across the United States and Canada.
Since the inaugural Idaho Cutting Horse Association's 2002 Futurity with over 400 horses, this facility has become the region's premier destination for cutting horse competitions. Highlights: The event features multiple age divisions including 3-year-old Futurity horses making their competition debuts, 4-year-old Derby competitors, and seasoned horses in various classes based on rider eligibility and horse experience. Cutting competitions offer substantial prize money, with some events featuring purses in the tens of thousands. The Ford Idaho Horse Park has established itself as one of the Northwest's premier facilities, hosting National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) sanctioned events that bring together the region's top cutting horse talent.
Competitors demonstrate the remarkable partnership between horse and rider as they work cattle in this thrilling western sport that dates back to the historic cattle ranching days. Event Details: Date: August 19-30, 2025 (12 consecutive days) Timings: Competition typically runs from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM daily Location: Ford Idaho Center - Horse Park & Sports Center, 16200 North Idaho Center Boulevard, Nampa, Idaho 83687
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