2010 KQHA Survey
The KQHA board of directors is currently reviewing the direction & effectiveness of the organization as part of the Affiliates In Motion (AIM) program that is directed by AQHA for its state & regional affiliates. Your input is very valuable to us in determining which programs to continue and what to implement in the future. If you either are currently a member, have been a member in the past or are considering joining KQHA we would like to hear from you. Please take a few minutes of your time to print out this questionnaire and mail it in to the KQHA office at:
KQHA - 6245 SE 101st St. - Berryton, KS 66409
If you have any other comments or suggestions please feel free to send them along with your survey. The board is looking for new ways to attract members and provide worthwhile opportunities for competition and socialization.
General
1. Are you a current member?
a. Yes
b. No
2. If you answered “yes” to question 1 how long have you been a member?
a. Less than one year
b. 2 to 4 years
c. 5 to 9 years
d. 10 or more years
3. When you receive the newsletter do you:
a. Read the entire contents
b. Look only at the points standings
c. Read only the youth news
d. Don’t read it at all
e. Don’t receive the newsletter in the mail
4. Are you aware that KQHA has a site on the internet www,kqha.com?
a. yes
b. No
5. If you answered “yes” to question 4 how often do you view the website:
a. Never looked at it
b. 1 time a month or less
c. 1 time a week
d. Several times a week
e. Every day
6. When it comes time to renew your membership at the beginning of the year you will renew your membership
a. Yes
b. No
7. If you answered “b” to question 6 please provide us information on why you will not be renewing your membership. Your answer will help us to uncover areas in which we need improvement.
8. The KQHA board of directors is run by volunteer members. If you were asked to serve on the board would you do so?
a. Yes
b. No
9. If you answered “No” would the primary reason be that:
c. Lack of time
d. Distance to board meetings from home
e. Unfamiliarity with any of the other members
f. Other ______________________________________________________
Activities
10. What is your primary equine activity?
a. Breeding and raising quarter horses
b. Recreational riding
c. Showing at breed shows
d. Showing at open shows
e. Racing
f. Ranching
11. How much time do you spend on a daily basis on your equestrian activity?
a. Less than 5 hours a week
b. 5 to 10 hours a week
c. 11 to 15 hours a week
d. 16 to 20 hours a week
e. More than 20 hours a week
12. When you consider participating in an activity what is the primary factor in determining if you take part or not?
a. Type of event
b. Distance from your home base
c. Cost of the event
d. Other participants
e. Other reason _________________________________________________
13. At the present time KQHA sponsors only AQHA approved horse shows with few/no jumping, cattle or speed classes. If KQHA were to add a group of classes to their shows you would participate in:
a. Roping classes
b. Cutting classes
c. Speed events
d. Jumping classes
e. Team penning/cattle sorting
14. If KQHA were to consider putting on a versatility ranch contest you would:
a. Participate
b. Watch the event
c. No interest in the event
15. If KQHA were to consider putting on a special event speed contest you would:
a. Participate
b. Watch the event
c. No interest in the event
16. If KQHA were to consider putting on a special event roping you would:
a. Participate
b. Watch the event
c. No interest in the event
17. At the present time KQHA holds shows in Wichita, Topeka and Hutchinson. Shows in other areas are privately held. If KQHA were to consider adding any new shows or moving an existing one you would participate if the show(s) were held in:
a. Wichita
b. Hutchinson
c. Topeka
d. Salina
e. Kansas City
f. Western Kansas location
18. At this time all shows are held at indoor arenas. If KQHA were to hold a show on a single day on the weekend at an outdoor location with lower entry fees would you:
a. Come participate in the show
b. Come watch but not participate
c. Neither watch or participate
19. With many horse shows being 70 classes or more they can last until after midnight. Split/combined shows offer the ability to have 2 shows over 2 days with the classes being split between the days . The downside is that these shows cost about $1500 - $2000 more to put on and you only show one time. When attending an AQHA show your preference is:
a. The single judged show which allows me to show twice in my class even though the days are long.
b. The split/combined show which splits the show in half making shorter days even though I only show once and the fees may be higher due to expenses of having 2 judges for 2 days.
c. I do not consider the type of show when selecting where to go.
20. AQHA has created a new option in which AQHA approved classes may be held at open shows with the option to limit exhibitors to those who meet the AQHA Limited Rider category. AQHA judges must officiate at these events. If an open show in your area were to hold AQHA classes:
a. I would participate at one of these events
b. I would not participate at one of these events
21. KQHA provides open show exhibitors with the KS Kounts open show recognition program. Year end awards are provided to members who nominate themselves. Any breed is eligible for awards.
a. I am aware of this program and participate in it
b. I am aware of this program but do not show in open shows
c. I was not aware KQHA had an open show recognition program
22. KQHA co-sponsors several trail rides during the year at Brookville and Tipton. Which of the following would most encourage you to participate in one of the trail rides:
a. Rides in other areas of the state closer to me
b. A reduced fee for KQHA members
c. Rides held at a different time of the year
d. Rides held in conjunction with other horse groups
23. If you are a recreational rider which of the following services would encourage you to join KQHA:
a. Clinics on riding safety, trail etiquette and general horsekeeping
b. Discounts on horse related items from KQHA/KQHA sponsors & businesses
c. More editorial content in the newsletter and on the website just for KQHA members.