Located at the gateway to the world famous Napa Valley Wine Country, Napa Valley Horsemen's Association (NVHA) is the oldest horse association in California.
In 1939 it became apparent that the interest of Napa Valley residents in horses as hobbies, and as a form of recreation, there was a need for an organization to promote the sport. Napa seemed to be overrun with horse show exhibitors. Later that year, at the suggestion of Judge David Wright, a committee was formed and Judge Wright was appointed chairman and the Napa Valley Horsemen's Association was created.
NVHA property consists of nearly 32 acres, includes a clubhouse, two arenas, arena office/concession stand, 20-stall barn. While this rebuilding process will take sometime to complete NVHA will continue to hold shows and clinics.
Mission Statement
To educate the community about horses, training of horses and the benefits of owning and working with horses; to provide and support training clinics, horse shows and other educational functions; to provide scholarships to deserving students from Napa County; to provide opportunities for disabled or disadvantaged children to ride and care for horses; to provide facilities for community events, including fundraising for other nonprofit organizations; to maintain open space suitable for horseback riding for community access.
"I won my 1st ribbon at the Napa Valley Horsemen's. It was in the lead line class. It hangs on my wall in my room. I am very proud of it. I have many other ribbons now, but my first ribbon is still my favorite. It is pink and pink is my favorite color.
Please let the Horsemen's stay so other kids can win a ribbon there too." Carrie SteilDonate to NVHA
Remarks Read into the Congressional Record on
Napa Valley Horsemen's Associations 70th Anniversary
Read the Letter of Support for NVHA March 2012
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