NOMINATING COMMITTEE ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS FOR ASHA BOARD OF DIRECTORS The 2010 Nominating Committee of the American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) has conducted its organizational meeting under the direction of Committee Chairman Nelson Green. Also on the committee are Betsy Boone, Dr. Margaret McNeese, Suzie Teater and Janet Thompson. The committee was appointed in accordance with the Article III, Section 1 of the ASHA Bylaws which, in part, states the following: The Nominating Committee shall consist of five members, two of whom shall be elected by the membership at the Annual Meeting, two of whom shall be selected by the Association Board of Directors, and the Chairman who shall be appointed by the President. The purpose of the committee is to prepare recommendations for ASHA directors to be elected to three-year terms beginning in February, 2011. The Nominating Committee directed ASHA staff to undertake all possible means to solicit suggestions from the membership, including by email and publishing releases in Saddlebred media. In addition, all suggestions received during previous years have been forwarded to this year’s committee. Article III, Part II of the ASHA bylaws govern the election procedures each year. The Nominating Committee is required to weigh and balance many factors in making its recommendations, including, but not limited to geography, experience with the breed and its governing organizations, other governance positions, committee service, and expertise required by ASHA. Those on the Nominating Committee also want to reach out to the entire membership to seek qualified candidates for consideration, so that anyone who wishes to be considered, or who has a recommendation of a qualified individual, can be encouraged to put those names forward. Nomination forms are being provided as the Nominating Committee will be looking for specific criteria to find candidates to replace departing board members, as well as other needs on the Board of Directors. The nominating committee very much encourages the membership to get involved in this process. Suggestions for possible candidates to serve on the board should be submitted on the nomination form and sent to: American Saddlebred Horse Association Nomination forms may also be sent by fax to (859) 259-1628, or by email to Katriona Adams at k.adams@asha.net, and should be sent no later than Friday, September 10, 2010. If members prefer, they may email forms to members of the Nominating Committee as follows: Nelson Green (reverie299@aol.com), Betsy Boone (boonescabin@aol.com), Dr. Margaret McNeese (margaret.c.mcneese@uth.tmc.edu), Suzie Teater (steater@iglou.com), and Janet Thompson (janianfarm@aol.com). SADDLE SEAT APPROVED AS EMERGING DISCIPLINE BY IEA The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) has officially announced that Saddle Seat is approved as an emerging discipline of IEA, and teams are starting to form all over the United States. USEF OFFERING HIGH SCHOOL EQUESTRIAN ATHLETE PROGRAM The 2010-2011 year is already underway for the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) High School Equestrian Athlete program, and students are encouraged to sign up now to count their summer practice and competition hours towards the goal of lettering as a USEF High School Equestrian Athlete. "This is becoming the new standard of achievement among young equestrian athletes," explains Lori Rawls, Executive Director at USEF. "We have athletes who are thrilled to earn their first letter, because their high schools don't recognize equestrian as a competitive sport. We also have athletes who have already earned letters through their school's equestrian program, but realize this is a symbol of achievement within the national equestrian community. Either way, this is a perfect fit." Annual program registration and USEF membership are required, and USEF membership can be acquired for as little as $15 annually. In addition, retroactive applications are available to high school students who are interested in earning their letters for previous school years. For additional information or questions about the program, or for help in signing up, contact Mary Vance at mvance@usef.org. SADDLEBRED RAFFLE TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE Tickets are now available for the annual Saddlebred Raffle, with winners to be drawn during the week of the Kentucky State Fair World's Championship Horse Show (WCHS), set to take place beginning Sunday, August 22, through Saturday, August 28, at Freedom Hall in Louisville. Only 400 tickets are sold worldwide, at $100 each, for gross proceeds of $40,000. Of that total, $20,000 will go toward ASHA Youth Scholarships and Programs, and $20,000 will go to winners in cash prizes. The Grand Prize is $5,000, with two prizes of $2,500 each, one prize each of $2,000 and $1,500, three prizes of $1,000 each, and seven prizes of $500. NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL LIVESTOCK EXPOSITION INFO. The 37th annual north american international livestock exposition (NAILE) is scheduled for Nov 6-19 at the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC). The premium and information catalog as well as entry forms are now available on the Expo's website at www. livestockexpo.org. Printed catalogs ad forms are automatically mailed to those who have participated in the show in the past two years. Catalogs continue to be free, and anyone wishing to receive one in print or on CD should contact NAILE offices at P.O. Box 36367 Louisville, KY 40233-6367, by fax at 502-367-5299, or by email at KFECNAILE@ksbf.ky.gov. Purebred livestock from nearly every state compete at the NAILE for top breed association honors and national recognition. When the world's largest, purebred livestock expo concludes its two-week run, more than 22,000 livestock entries in ten divisions will have competed for nearly $750,000 in premiums and awards. Show dates and fees are as follows: Quarter Horse Show- November 3-10 Dairy Cattle Show- November 5-9 Llama/Alpaca Show- November 5-7 Junior Swine Show November 7-8 Saddle Mule & Donkey Show- November 11-13 Draft Horse Show- November 12-13 Sheep show - November 12-19 Beef Cattle Show- November 13-19 Junior Wether Goat Show- November 17 Boer Goat Show- November 18 Beef cattle. Boer goat, dairy goat, sheep and swine exhibitors wishing to submit entries online via the secure website may do so starting September 1. The NAILE is produced by the Commonwealth of Kentucky at the Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, KY, under the direction of the Kentucky State Fair Board. During the Expo's two-week run. the facility's entire 1,200,000 square feet of climate-controlled exhibit space is used. More than 200,000 visitors and exhibitors attend the event annually. ALI JUDAH TRIUMPHS AT 2010 SADDLE SEAT ADULT AMATEUR MEDAL FINAL By National Affiliates Although heavy rains delayed the start of the 2010 USEF Saddle Seat Adult Amateur Medal Final on Friday, July 9, an arena of nine qualified riders showed up with all heart, making for a great display of competitive ability within the adult amateur equitation field. The Medal Final was one of the highlights of the 74th Annual Lexington Junior League Charity Horse Show, hosted at the historic Red Mile Race Track in Lexington, Ky. EQUINE FARMS AND TRAINING FACILITIES STRUGGLE WITH CLASSIFICATION INCONSISTENCIES By Natalie Voss / Business Lexington There is a silent and complex debate in the world of agriculture about how horse operations should be defined, and this confusion has had an incalculable impact on the way the equine industry functions. There is no universal definition of livestock or official classification of horses by the federal or state governments, so their treatment by both has varied across different issues. For some experts, "livestock" refers only to animals produced for use as food or fiber by humans. For others, any animal raised off the land for profit is an agricultural product and therefore livestock. If you want to get technical, Merriam-Webster defines livestock as "animals kept or raised for use or pleasure; especially: farm animals kept for use and profit." It likely doesn't help matters that, unlike traditional livestock industries such as cattle or hogs, the horse industry is highly variable in structure. Some horse operations, large and small, are strictly commercial, while others, so-called "backyard horse owners," keep their animals as pets with no expectation of selling their beloved family members. But why does it matter? Actually, the classification of horse operations determines how they are taxed, how they hire workers, and even the kind of government aid they are eligible for after natural disasters. The most glaring difference between horse operations and say cattle farms is the taxes they pay. As livestock operations, cattle farms do not pay state sales tax on any feed or equipment they purchase. Horse farms do. Considering the annual expenditure on feed, bedding and hay alone for a mid-sized horse operation, Kentucky's 6 percent sales tax adds up quickly. Rich Wilcke, director of University of Louisville's Equine Industry Program and second vice president of the Kentucky Quarter Horse Association, has testified before the state legislature in favor of repealing this tax for horse operations. He believes that the tax should be removed, not only as a matter of definition but as a demonstration of support by the state for its signature industry. "The raising and keeping of horses is a wonderfully attractive industry, one that many other states would love to have," Wilcke testified. For federal income tax purposes, owners of horses used for racing, breeding or draft are allowed deductions for the depreciation of their horses, just as cattle owners are. Horse owners claim deductions based on the age and use of the animal however, with higher short-term benefits going to owners of young breeding animals and racehorses. Horses not used for racing, breeding or draft may not be claimed for depreciation. Cattle and other livestock entities may also claim depreciation but on a fixed basis regardless of animal age and use. While this intentionally excludes horses raised for pleasure, it also effectively ignores horses in training for any sport except racing, which may receive consideration only if they prove on an individual basis that they are kept for profit. According to Jerry Pierce, extension coordinator for the Farm Analysis Program at the University of Kentucky, the greatest tax loss for the industry came with the ban of salvage of horse products as ingredients for pet food or other products. "If I use up a tractor or truck, I can use the salvage value (on my taxes) … with a horse, not only is there zero salvage value, but there is a cost of disposal," said Pierce. He notes that all other farm animals are assigned a salvage value for tax purposes. While the debate about the salvaging of horse products could be another article in itself, there are other issues at hand. Immigration reform has been a hot topic in the U.S. legislature for many years with respect to border control and social programs, but its effect on farm labor is often forgotten. Two federal programs exist to allow farms to hire temporary alien workers on their operations: H-2A and H-2B. Horse breeding farms may use the H-2A program as agricultural operations, but training facilities may not. Instead, they use the H-2B program, which is designed for seasonal, non-agricultural workers. This sends a bit of a mixed message, since these regulations imply that raising horses is agricultural but handling them outside of the breeding shed is not. There are other problems with these programs, too. According to the American Horse Council, both are cumbersome and tedious to apply for, and they have time limits for workers' employment that aren't realistic to the needs of horse operations. Both programs fit the needs of seasonal agriculture such as crops but are frustrating for horse operations that have labor needs year-round. The classification of horse farms as non-livestock operations also precluded their inclusion in farm disaster relief until 2005. Additional revisions in the 2008 Farm Bill allow breeding farms to apply for federal emergency loans after natural disasters and made them eligible to receive emergency funding. David Switzer, executive director of the Kentucky Thoroughbred Association, applauds these legislative changes but says the fight for definition of horses as livestock is far from over. "The horse industry has been working for these changes for some time. The industry is now treated like other livestock producers with respect to federal emergency programs, except for the Emergency Conservation Program. (It) continues to work with USDA on making horse breeders eligible for ECP funds," said Switzer. The current policies apply only to breeding operations however, leaving training and performance facilities dependent upon private insurance in the event of an emergency. While Switzer points out that most of these facilities carry insurance, he says that in the eyes of the law their activities are considered purely recreational. Other experts, such as Bob Coleman, Ph.D., extension horse specialist and professor at the University of Kentucky, question why these operations are considered different. "People provide services that improve the market value of the product, the horse, yet we don't capture that very well in our industry," said Coleman. He equates horse trainers working with animals for their owners to managers raising heifers for an owner, both of whom are adding value to the end product without breeding the animals. "What's the difference?" he asked. Fortunately for horse owners, there are several agencies seeking to clarify this and other issues of equine classification at the local and national level. The American Horse Council represents all breeds and segments of the horse industry and spearheads relations with Congress, federal agencies and the media. In Kentucky, the Kentucky Horse Council and the Kentucky Equine Education Project are dedicated to similar missions as they protect the industry through education and advocacy within the state. All three keep tabs on state and federal legislation regarding taxation, labor and relief among other issues, and provide the public with opportunities to aid their cause. ASHA YOUTH COMMITTEE ACCEPTING ITEMS FOR AUCTION The American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) Youth Auction Committee is now accepting donated items for the Annual ASHA Youth Auction, scheduled for August, and co-sponsored by the United States Equestrian Federation. The ASHA Youth Auction is held annually in conjunction with the Kentucky State Fair and World’s Championship Horse Show, which is set to take place beginning Sunday, Aug.22, through Saturday, Aug.28, at Freedom Hall in Louisville. The silent auction will begin on Wednesday, Aug. 25, and will conclude on Thursday, Aug. 26, at the Crowne Plaza Louisville, in Crowne Room A. The live portion of the auction is set to be held on Thursday, Aug. 26, also in Crowne Room A. The ASHA Youth Auction Committee is now in the process of gathering items for this annual event. The auction is the sole fundraiser for ASHA Youth Scholarships and all ASHA Youth programs (Junior Judging, Saddletime Awards, Academy Awards, Showmanship at Halter Awards, and the ASHA Youth Award). Since 1991, these funds have helped fund scholarships to further the education of over 100 ASHA Youth members. All ASHA Youth and Charter Clubs are invited to participate in the Basket Bonanza, in which club members will put together baskets for the auction, featuring items from their respective localities, or baskets with a specific theme. The Youth Club and Charter Club basket that raises the most money at the auction will receive their ASHA Club dues paid for the following year. If you would like to donate an item, please contact Brenda Newell, ASHA Youth Programs Director, at b.newell@asha.net, Ron Merwin, ASHA Auction Chairperson, at merwin91@aol.com, or Germaine Johnson, ASHA Youth Chairperson, at auburntiger@insightbb.com. A donation form can be obtained from the ASHA website. All donations are tax deductible, as ASHA is a 501(c)3 corporation. ASHA NAMES NEW DIRECTOR The American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) has officially named Paula Johnson of Mound, Minn., as its new Executive Director. When the ASHA Selection Committee began the search for its next Executive Director, the committee determined that strong leadership skills, a background with budgets, and strong communication skills were essential to success in this position. Paula Johnson brings all three. Strategic planning, management of staff (both professional and support staff), budget responsibility, and financial oversight have been a part of every position Johnson has held for the past 20 years. Her experience includes working in very large corporate settings like Honeywell and Jostens, as well as other smaller companies. Johnson is a lifelong equine enthusiast who states that horses are “Part of the fiber of my being.” She has bred and raised several breeds. She has long admired the American Saddlebred, has attended the World’s Championship Horse Show, and has spent time in the American Saddlebred Museum soaking in the history of the breed. ASHA President Judy Werner states, “We are delighted to have Paula join ASHA. The role of Executive Director is a multi-faceted position, and Paula’s skill sets are a strong fit to the benchmark that the committee designed prior to beginning the search. ASHA is fortunate to have someone with Paula’s professional background join the organization and we look forward to working with her.” AHHS OFFERS THREE 2010 EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS The American Hackney Horse Society Foundation will be offering three $2,500 college scholarships. These scholarships will be awarded to the selected students based on financial need, academic success and a commitment to the Hackney breed, whether present, past or future. The first scholarship is funded by the Al Haugen Memorial and is awarded on an annual basis to an incoming freshman. The second scholarship is funded by the American hackney Horse Society Foundation and is also awarded on an annual basis to an incoming freshman. The third scholarship is funded by the Ed Frickey Memorial and is awarded on an annual basis to a returning college sophomore, junior or senior. Presentation of these awards will be made at the World’s Championship Horse Show in August 2010. The deadline for applications is July 1, 2010. Applications may be obtained by contacting: American Hackney Horse Society Foundation, Inc., Alan R. Raun, VM, Scholarship Committee Chairman, 2600 50th Avenue, Cumming, IA 50061 or call 515-285-9001 or fax 515-285-1119 or e-mail Reedannland@att.net or at www.hackneysociety.com. UPHA CHAPTER 9 HOSTS GOLF TOURNAMENT UPHA Chapter 9 will hold its annual golf tournament on Sunday, July 4 at the Picadome Golf Course at the Crowne Plaza Hotel -The Campbell House in Lexington, Ky. The putting contest will begin at 10 a.m. A luncheon is scheduled for 11 a.m. and the golf tournament will begin at noon. All profits raised by this event will go directly to UPHA Chapter 9. For more information, contact Mike Felty at 502.741.1683 or Denessa Harper at 502.655.1676. 2010 SADDLE SEAT WORLD CUP TO HOST FUNDRAISER Come celebrate your patriotism by supporting the athletes of Team USA! The US Saddle Seat Equitation World Cup will be hosting a benefit dinner on Sunday evening, July 4th, at the beautiful and historic Spindletop Hall in Lexington, Ky. The 2010 Gold Medal Gala will feature cocktails, dinner and both live and silent auctions. Past auction items have included stallion breedings, vacation packages, tack and equipment, and other unique items. Tickets for the gala may be purchased for $75 each. For ticket or sponsorship information, please contact Executive Secretary Christy O’Donnell (e-mail at WCEquitation@aol.com or telephone at 813- 760-0465). Tickets may also be purchased from any USWC team member. All proceeds from the event will go to support the USWC in funding our 2010 teams, hosting the international competition, and promoting Saddle Seat Equitation and Saddle Seat breeds at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Team USA will be competing at the 2010 International Saddle Seat World Cup competition to be held Oct. 6 – 8 in conjunction with the Kentucky Fall Classic Horse Show at Shelby County Fairgrounds in Shelbyville, Ky. The teams will also be participating in exhibitions at the prestigious Equine Village during the final two days of the World Equestrian Games. THREE-GAITED FIVE-GAITED The mission of the US Saddle Seat Equitation World Cup is to expand the presence of Saddle Seat Equitation on both national and international levels through team-based competition and promotion of the discipline by our athletes and officials. The US Saddle Seat World Cup is a registered 501(c)(3) corporation. FASHION SHOW TO HEADLINE AT THE ASB MUSEUM
Above, Museum Trustee Carson Kressley's fabric pattern for Lilly Pulitzer's 2010 summer line. The history and artwork of the American Saddlebred horse will provide a fitting backdrop to a stylish fashion show that will take place during the Lexington Jr. League Horse Show. Museum trustee, Carson Kressley, was invited to create a fabric pattern for Lilly Pulitzer’s 2010 summer line. Appropriately named “Grandstand”, the colorful design incorporates Carson’s artwork of Saddlebreds, and incorporates images of tri-color ribbons, trophies, bits, saddles, carrots, peppermints, roses and a grandstand full of fashionably dressed ladies! The Fashion Show will be held on Friday July 9, 2010 from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at the Museum’s new Showplace for Saddlebreds at the Kentucky Horse Park. It is being conducted by The Peppermint Palm, central Kentucky’s authorized distributor of Lilly Pulitzer products and will be a Lilly Pulitzer exclusive event. Featured will be Lilly’s Fall 2010 line, Resort 2010 line, Holiday line and a limited number of items from Carson’s “Grandstand” line. The Peppermint Palm will be giving away prizes that will be items featuring Carson’s print. Lilly merchandise will also be offered for purchase, including 50 “Grandstand” design neckties and pre-orders will be taken for items not yet in stock. As an added bonus, Carson will offer his original artwork for the Grandstand print at auction to benefit the Museum. The agenda for the event will be as follows: Reception - 11:30 a.m. – noon; Tickets are $25 and include lunch, champagne and wine, fashion show, shopping, a chance to win some lovely prizes and an opportunity to support the breed’s Museum. A host of people and organizations have come together to sponsor the event, including Carson Kressley, The Peppermint Palm, the Junior League of Lexington, Dupree Catering, Arabella Wines by Nic de Wet, Barefoot Wines and Bubbly, and the American Saddlebred Museum. Lilly Pulitzer is known for its colorful, high quality Palm Beach style fabrics and designs. The company creates new patterns each year, which are then “retired.” That means there is limited opportunity to purchase Carson’s Saddlebred design, which has already proven to be very popular. Once it sells out, it will no longer be available. Tickets to the event must be purchased by Monday July 5th. All proceeds benefit the work of the American Saddlebred Museum, a 501 (c) 3 organization. Call the Museum now to reserve your spot, as a limited number of tickets will be available. 859-259-2746 ext. 305. "AWARDS OF INSPIRATION" TO BE DISTRIBUTED AT ROCK CREEK SHOW In its initial distribution, STEED Enterprises, Inc. introduces our equine industry to the “Awards of Inspiration” to be awarded by you to those who have supported, loved and inspired you in your love of horses. The Rock Creek Horse Show has graciously offered us the opportunity to introduce this program on Friday evening during their summer show, June 8 – 12. An “Award of Inspiration” is a medallion with a neck ribbon (much like those given to exhibitors at horse shows), which is given by an exhibitor or owner to another, to publicly or privately thank them for their personal support of their love of horses. The “Parent’s Award of Gratitude” is given to either a mother or father. The “Mentor’s Award of Inspiration” is given to a trainer, instructor or mentor. The “Inspirational Award of Support” is given to a spouse, significant other or friend. Each award is named after the person who inspired them, and this is how it works: At the show, you may pick up an order form, fill it out and turn it in to the STEED Enterprises booth. At Rock Creek, this must be done by the end of the show on Thursday evening. On Friday, an announcement will be made either just before the show starts or during the show and that is when the medallions will be distributed to the deserving recipients. The cost per medallion is $5 ($6 if paid by credit card). And proceeds from the sale go to the Jan D. Bunch Scholarship Fund for qualified college-bound high school students. If attending Rock Creek this year, you may easily participate at the show. Eventually, you may order directly from STEED Enterprises year-round. And, when other shows allow them to distribute awards during their schedule, STEED Enterprises will carry this program to the shows where they can provide a representative, or which they attend as vendors. STEED Enterprises’s new website for this program, currently under construction, will be: www.awardsofinspiration.com. Once up and running, they will provide ordering information on that site. For years STEED Enterprises have experienced, both personally and in business, that there has been no real consistent means of “thanks” at horse shows. This is an expensive hobby which takes energy, fortitude and a love that goes beyond explanation. It cannot be done alone. When we personally benefit in the equine industry, there are many behind us that deserve to be thanked. We hope this program will give many of us the opportunity to honor these people. We at STEED are truly grateful for those who have supported us. Thank you. You have inspired us. You may direct any inquires to either 502/473-8100 or steedwhip@aol.com. SCHA CELEBRATES 30 YEARS In honor of the South Central Hackney Association's 30th anniversary, the group is having a small celebration on Saturday, May 29th. The SCHA will host a cook out round 3 p.m. during the Burlington Spring Horse Show at the fairgrounds. All SCHA members are invited. BIGGINS STABLE OFFERS SUMMER CAMP Biggins Stable, located in Simpsonville, Ky., will be hosting their annual summer riding camp in June. The camp is designed for kids 18 years old and under. Beginners through advanced are more than welcome. The date are June 21-26, 2010. There is an option for day or overnight camp and a non-refundable $100 deposit required upon registration. Besides the intensive riding instruction of Biggins Summer Camp, the camp is a great atmosphere for learning and having fun. The camp features: all meals, lodging, swimming, trail riding, bareback riding, educational activities including a field trip, crafts, a daily one-hour lesson, workouts, lunge lessons, the care of one horse, a grooming contest and a fun show. Educational activities also include a session with a farrier and veterinarian, harnessing and driving horses, tail-set, tail braiding, parts of the horse, equipment, tack cleaning and a speaker on judging. Evening activities for overnight campers include a trail ride, barbecue with a special guest speaker and junior judging at the Shelby County Fair Horse Show, where kids can see a real horse show and place the horses as best they can. Friday will feature a big Bar-B-Q and swimming. Parents and families are invited for awards night. Come join the camp in June if you are looking for a fun experience and an opportunity to learn new training and riding techniques or just to polish up your show skills. Please call 502.722.5068 for more information. UNDULATA'S HEIR APPARENT NOW STANDING AT REEDANNLAND Landon and Sarah Rowland of Ever Glades Farm in Kansas City, Mo., announce that their stallion Undulata's Heir Apparent is now standing to the public at Reedannland in Cumming, Iowa. This young, popular stallion is a result of World's Champion Sire Undulata's Nutcracker being mated to World's Grand Champion An Heir About Her. Service fee for the balance of 2010 will be $2,500 LFG. A multiple breeding discount is available. DEVON HOLDS BLACK TIE AND BOOTS BALL A gala Black Tie and Boots Ball at Mrs. Betty Moran’s Bryn Clovis at Brushwood Farm on May 8 drew a sellout crowd of almost 350 people to enjoy cocktails, dinner, a live auction emceed by the television star Carson Kressley and dancing to the lively music of Kenn Kweder. During cocktails served with delicious appetizers, Devon Country Fair Co-Chairmen Mimi Killian and Sandy Shinners presented the Country Fair Volunteer of the Year award to Karen Meyers. “Karen has been the chairman of many different committees at the Fair,” said Killian. “We call her Mother Meyers, and her present position is fixing everyone else’s problems.” “I’ve been at Devon close to 40 years,” said Meyers. “I’ve been chairman for the grounds committee, chairman of programs, of the midway and chairman of toys and teens, when we had that committee, and of house tours.” “I’ve enjoyed Devon from the very first time I was asked to volunteer,” said Meyers. “We had just moved here from Chicago, so I was so delighted to be asked. Our children and grandchildren are carrying on the tradition of volunteering at Devon. This is such an honor to receive this award.” Devon Horse Show and Country Fair Chairman Leonard A. King and President Wade McDevitt presented the Horse Show Volunteer of the Year to Jamie O’Rourke. “The real crowd pleaser at Devon, other than the jumpers, is driving,” said King. “Jamie has worked long and hard to build up the driving and four-in-hand classes, and we appreciate all his efforts.” "As Leonard said, Devon is an unusual show,” said O’Rourke. “We’d like it to keep building it up. It’s great to have the mix of all the different horses and classes. That’s what we used to have long ago, when everyone did everything, when hunting was a season, showing was a season and polo was a season.” “Betty Moran has been our greatest supporter,” said King. “Her support of Devon has been long and strong.” Mrs. Moran is not only an accomplished breeder of thoroughbred horses but also a preeminent philanthropist. She is a Board Member of the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair and generously provided Bryn Clovis for the second year as the site for the fifth Black Tie and Boots Ball. The live auction emceed by celebrity guest Carson Kressley, conducted during dinner catered by Jimmy Duffy Catering, is always a hit. Unique and one of a kind auction items included one week in a beautiful oceanfront condo in Boca Grande, off the west coast of Florida; a private tour of the Cartier Mansion in New York City including car service; and a chance to witness firsthand Da Vinci Robotic Surgery with the OR team at Bryn Mawr Hospital, just to name a few. Kressley has been a Saddlebred competitor for more than 20 years and is a long-time exhibitor and friend of the Devon Horse Show. The Devon Horse Show and the hospital have a unique partnership that dates back nearly a hundred years. The Black Tie & Boots Ball was sponsored by Pepsi Beverage Company, with Wallace Landscaping Associates decorating the grounds and beautiful floral arrangements provided by Valley Forge Flowers. Proceeds of the Ball benefit the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair Foundation, which is a non-profit organization that funds the maintenance and improvement of the historic Devon Horse Show and Country Fair property. “We come into the 2010 Devon season having already achieved two great accomplishments, being named a USEF Heritage Competition and the National Show Hunter Hall of Fame Horse Show of the Year.” said President, Wade McDevitt, “It is with great pride we accept these awards and consider them to be challenges to continue to push ourselves to remain the finest multi-breed, outdoor horse show in the world.” The designation of a USEF Heritage Competition is reserved for those competitions that have been in existence for a quarter century or more, promoted and grown equestrian sport, and made a contribution to the community outside the gates of the horse show by achieving, maintaining and promoting the equestrian ideals of sportsmanship and competition. The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair runs May 27th through June 6th. It is one of the largest and most prestigious outdoor equestrian events in the country. The Country Fair offers boutique shopping, great food and fun for the whole family. SHOW HORSE PREVIEW SCHEDULED DURING MIDWEST CHARITY SHOW United Professional Horseman's Association Chapter 10, along with the Mid America Horse Show Association, will be holding a Show Horse Preview, scheduled for 7 p.m., on Monday, June 14, at the Midwest Charity Horse Show in Springfield, Ill. The Show Horse Preview will provide a sales showcase for Saddlebreds, Hackneys, and Morgans, and is set to take place on the evening prior to the opening of the Midwest Charity Horse Show. Entries selected for the presentation will be promoted via email and listings on Show Horse Marketplace prior to the Preview. Doug Shiflet has been secured as the official photographer for the evening, and DVDs will be made available after the event. Seating, catered appetizers and a cash bar will all be provided during the Preview. After the event, there will be a live auction, consisting of art pieces designed by various equine artists. Proceeds from the auction will go to benefit the UPHA Pink Ribbon program. Registration details for entries to be included in the Show Horse Preview will soon be announced. For more information, please contact Martha Thompson-Hoyt at uphachapter10@aol.com. DEADLINE APPROACHING FOR ASHA YOUTH CLUBS, CHARTER CLUBS The deadline to submit renewals for ASHA youth clubs and charter clubs, as well as ASHA Youth Scholarship applications, is Friday, April 30. The purpose of ASHA scholarships is to encourage, support and recognize participation in all aspects of the American Saddlebred industry, as well as to strengthen the American Saddlebred industry and breed through education. Scholarships are awarded only to high school graduates or those students whose graduation is imminent. Applications must be received by April 30 of the year in which the applicant wishes to receive the scholarship. The scholarship money will be paid directly to the institution, university, college or trade school for post-secondary educational expenses. For questions about ASHA Youth Scholarships, or charter and youth club renewals, please contact Brenda Newell at b.newell@asha.net. SHOWPLACE FOR SADDLEBREDS IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS
Photo courtesy of American Saddlebred Museum staff
On Friday evening, April 9, 2010, approximately 250 enthusiastic supporters were on hand to help the American Saddlebred Museum officially open its new Showplace for Saddlebreds. Guests were wowed by the new features, exhibits and updated décor. They came from TSE Tattersalls Sale and enjoyed a dine-around the new facility and were treated to a complimentary bourbon tasting by Maker’s Mark. Shoppers took advantage of the opportunity to purchase many hot, new Saddlebred items in the spacious Gift Shop. President Laurel Nelson took a few minutes to acknowledge and extend the board’s heartfelt thanks to the many donors to the capital campaign who made the plans become a reality. A stage has been set from which the story of the Saddlebred can be told in grand fashion. Upon entering, a stylish reception desk welcomes visitors. The new Saddlebred Gift Shop is easily visible and accessible from the lobby. Visitors begin their tour by entering the History Wing (completely renovated original museum), the centerpiece of which is a stunning life-sized art glass theater. In addition to the breed’s history, the History Wing also houses the newly expanded Versatility section, the World’s Grand Champion Divisions section, a new Children’s hands-on Exhibit Area and a side theater. The tour proceeds to the newly constructed Gallery Wing. This area features the Saddlebred Exhibition Gallery for special and changing exhibits, and the George Ford Morris Art Gallery, which is currently displaying 32 of his original works. The Gallery Wing also houses the lobby and Gift Shop. One of the main additions to the facility is an entrance/exit into the Horse Park campus. Visitors can now exit into the interior of the Park from our building, and conversely, visitors can enter our building from inside the Park. This easy access should markably increase visitation to our venue. The 2010 special exhibit is entitled This is the American Saddlebred, and highlights the versatility of our breed with an emphasis on sport horse competition. This exhibit was planned and mounted in order to show international visitors who come for the World Equestrian Games the many ways the Saddlebred excels beyond the show ring. The exhibit, updated displays, new construction and renovation all come together to provide a state-of-the-art showcase for the American Saddlebred horse. Everyone should be aware that set up for the World Equestrian Games is scheduled to close the Horse Park down to visitors in early August (precise dates will be announced as soon as they are known). So plan your visit to the new Showplace for Saddlebreds accordingly. Admission to the Showplace for Saddlebreds includes admission to the entire Kentucky Horse Park. Of course, admission to both entities is free to Museum members! For information on visiting or lending support, contact the Museum at 859-259-2746 ext. 302. MID-AMERICA HORSE CLUB WEEKEND BUS TOUR ENJOYED BY ALL Forty excited horse lovers departed Kansas City on a Crossroad Tours bus Saturday, March 27, to visit six well-known barns in the Columbia/New Bloomfield, Mo., area. Most were from the Kansas City area; but six people were from other locales. They were Jacquie White from Aberdeen, Wash., Kevin Allis, Rochele Cochrane and Lynn Brown from Wichita, Kan., and two non-Saddlebred owners (although they may be after what they saw on the tour!). The six barns visited were (Saturday) Virgil Helm Stables, LLC, Fairview Farm, Callaway Hills; (Sunday) Mike Roberts Stable, High Spirits Farm and Glendale Stables, LLC.. The camaraderie, the over-the-top hospitality, the great food and drink we were served at every barn – and the line-up of horses we saw were incredible. If anyone reading this has never visited any of these very professional facilities when looking for a prospect or finished horse, they should put them on their “bucket list” to do so in the near future. The Mid-America Saddlebred Horse Club wishes to again sincerely thank everyone for their hospitality, for the extra efforts and work they did to accommodate us, and for making this such a delightful weekend for all in attendance. Please see MidAmericaSaddlebred.org “News and Events” for pictures taken on the tour. "GOOD HANDS" FINALS AWARDED TO MANE EVENT FOR THREE YEARS The National Horse Show Association has awarded a three-year contract for the "Good Hands" Finals to be held at the Mid-America Mane Event Horse Show at the state fairgrounds in Springfield, Ill. For 80 years, the Good Hands Finals was held at horse shows in the East - many years at Madison Square Garden in New York City and more recently at the Pennsylvania National show in Harrisburg. Last year, the finals moved to Mane Event on a one-year contract. "We appreciate the National Horse Show board's vote of confidence in giving us a three-year contract," said Joy Meierhans, manager of Mane Event, which this year will be held Oct. 21-24. Good hands is considered a premier national competition for saddle seat equitation riders. At Mane Event it joins the prestigious National Pleasure Equitation Olympics Finals, now in its sixth year at the central Illinois show. With the finals being held at a Saddlebred show rather than the predominately hunter/jumper show, stables with finals-qualified riders now can bring their entrie show strings because Mane Event's class schedule offers complete divisions for Saddlebred performance and pleasure horses, plus saddle seat and pleasure equitation, road horses and hackney ponies. The Good Hands Finals will be judged by Rob Byers of Simpsonville, Ky., Jan Lukens of Ravena, N.Y. and Barbe Smith of New Orleans, La., as will all the Mane Event classes. The show is produced by Mid-America Horse Show Association, one of the largest charter clubs of ASHA. With the Good Hands Finals located in the Midwest for the next three years, equitation riders and instructors may want their local shows to offer the qualifying class, which has a $35 fee. Contrary to expectation, the show doesn't have to be affiliated with USEF or even have a USEF judge to host a Good Hands qualifying class. To receive an application to hold the class, contact the National Horse Show Association at 516.484.1865 or e-mail NationalHS@aol.com. Mid-America Mane Event entry booklets will be ready in August. To request one, call Show Manager Joy A. Meierhans at 630.557.2575; e-mail JM@TheMeierhans.com; or download it from www.MidAmericaHorseShow.org. NOMINATION FORMS DUE The closing date for all nominations to the 2010 American Saddlebred Horse Breeder's Futurity of Tennessee and to the American Saddlebred Horse Futurity of Alabama and Alabama Amateur Futurity is Saturday, May 15, 2010. The ASHB Futurity of Tennessee consists of three futurities, Tennessee Futurity (open classes in hand classes for weanlings and yearlings, and two-year-old under saddle walk and trot snaffle bit and martingale and fine harness), Three-Year-Old Futurity (fine harness, three gaited park full mane and tail, three gaited, and five gaited), and the Amateur Futurity (in hand classes for weanlings, yearlings, and two-year-olds). The ASHB Futurity of Tennessee is shown during the Morristown Charity Horse Show at the Walters State Great Smoky Mountains Expo Center in White Pine, Tenn. Dates for 2010 are September 30-October 2, 2010. The American Saddlebred Horse Futurity of Alabama features classes for weanlings and yearlings in hand and two-year-old under saddle walk and trot snaffle bits and martingales only and fine harness. The Alabama Amateur Futurity consists of in hand classes for weanlings, yearlings, and two-year-olds. The American Saddlebred Horse Futurity of Alabama and Alabama Amateur Futurity are held during the Alabama Charity Championship Horse Show at the Celebration Arena in Priceville, Ala. The show is scheduled for October 13-16, 2010. Nomination forms for Alabama are available by contacting Dianna Pearson, secretary, at 423 581-1051 or e-mailing at dpearson@charter.net. Nomination forms for Tennessee are available online at http://www.easttnsaddlebred.com/Tennessee_Futurity.html. Forms may also be obtained by contacting Dianna Pearson, registrar, at 423 581-1051 or e-mailing at dpearson@charter.net. EQUINE ROADTER CUP UPDATE Just a reminder to all Road Horse and Road Pony exhibitors – you still have time to nominate your horses and ponies to the point incentive program. There are 39 horse shows all over the U.S. that have signed up to host these point incentive classes! The 2010 prize money for the Road Horse division will be an excess of $25,000 or more. The Roadster Pony Cup will have a prize amount of of $10,000 or more. The final Championship Classes will be held at the Kentucky Fall Classic Horse Show in October. Horses and Ponies will be showing for double points in the final Championship class. The list of participating shows includes: Tampa, IASHA Spring Warm Up, Raleigh Spring Premier, Pro-Am, Kentucky Spring Premier, J.D. Massey, River Ridge Charity, Raleigh International, UPHA Spring Premier, KASPHA May Classic, Heartland Classic, Bonnie Blue National, Burlington Spring, ARHPA Horse Show, Delaware Riding Club, Indianapolis Charity, Georgetown Charity, Rock Creek, Midwest Charity, Syracuse International, Bourbon County Fair, Lawerenceburg, Shelby County Fair, Twin Rivers, Owingsville Loins, Lexington Junior League, Franklin County Fair, Ohio State Fair, Childrens Benefit, Asheville Invitational, Mercer County Fair, Blue Ridge Classic, Shelbyville, Boone County Fair, All American Classic, Southeastern Charity, Eastern States, Kentucky Fall Classic and Carolina Classic. So please join the 2010 ESRC and ERPC and nominate your horse,ponies and shows to this point incentive program with big money involved! For further information on rules, eligibility and horse show forms, please visit www.equineservicesroadstercup.com or contact Holly Russell at 937-215-4192. Many thanks to Dr. Bennett and Equine Services for his generous donation and making this program possible. Also thank you to Walsh Harness on helping make this event even bigger. Walsh has generously donated a set of Road Horse Harness and set of Road Pony Harness. INDIANAPOLIS CHARITY OFFICIALS URGE EARLY HOTEL RESERVATIONS The Indianapolis Charity Horse Show advises that the rooms blocked at the host hotel, Sheraton at Keystone at the Crossing, are being reserved quickly. Officials advise the trainers and exhibitors to make their reservations by the dedline of May 5 in order to get the speecial horse show rate. The show will be held June 2-5, 2010. For more information, visit www.indycharityhs.org. SCHA OFFERS ROAD PONY CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS The South Central Hackney Association is pleased to announce that once again they will be offering a scholarship to the Shamrock Farm Road Pony Camp in Smithfield, Ky. Anyone under the age of 18 is encouraged to submit an essay and a brief biography. Scholarships will be awarded to the winner of an essay contest entitled, “Why I Want to Learn More about the Hackney Breed.” The scholarship will cover the cost of camp fees, food and lodging. Transportation to and from the camp is the responsibility of the winner. The dates for the 2010 camp are July 11-17. Applicants please submit your essay and a short autobiography, including equine experience, no later than June 6, 2010. Applicant should send essays to: Laura Schmidt, Sec/Treas. SCHA, 369 Schmidt Lane, California, KY 41007. Additional information on the scholarship may be obtained by calling Laura Schmidt at 859-472-5043. Additional information on the Shamrock Farm Road Pony Camp may be obtained by calling Julianne Wilson at 502-845-2174. ONLINE SURVEY SEEKS INPUT ON EQUINE INFECTIOUS DISEASE ISSUES The Department of Clinical Sciences in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Colorado State University is conducting a study entitled Equine Infectious Disease Issues, and is seeking input from members of the equine industry. As part of the study, researchers are conducting an online survey on infectious diseases of concern to the equine industry, and are interested in receiving input from a wide variety of people in the industry. A broad range of members of the equine industry is necessary for the study, so that there is a fair representation of concerns regarding equine infectious disease issues. The survey can be found online, at https://academictrial.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_9sP6LHag1t5xthW&SVID=Prod, and can be completed in 5-10 minutes. Survey responses are anonymous, and participation in the survey is voluntary. With questions about the project, please contact either Shana Gilette, PhD, at shana.gillette@colostate.edu, or Josie Traub-Dargatz, DVM, PhD, at josie.traub-dargtz@colostate.edu. Or, contact the Colorado State University Department of Clinical Sciences at (970) 581-4853. ASHA TO OFFER WEBCAST OF TSE/TATTERSALLS SPRING SALE The TSE/Tattersalls Spring Sale will be broadcast over the internet starting Friday, April 9, through Saturday, April 10, on the American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) website. For more information about the TSE/Tattersalls Spring Sale, visit the website, www.tsetattersalls.com, or contact Suzie Teater at (859) 885-7283, or by email at steater@iglou.com. As in the past, ASHA will once again provide a live, streaming video webcast of each day of the sale in its entirety. The webcast will allow viewers to see the sale of each horse as it is presented, and hear the auctioneer’s call, as well as see the hip number and bids. Subscription purchases for viewing the webcast will be accessible from the ASHA homepage in the days leading up to the event. Each day’s sale is scheduled to commence at 10 AM Eastern Time. Fees to view the Webcast are $15 per day per computer, meaning the license to view the webcast is exclusive to each computer on which it is purchased. ASHA members receive a 20 percent discount for daily purchase, making the member price $12 per day per computer. In addition, two-day package purchasing is available at a discount: for non-members, the two-day package is $25, and for ASHA members, the two-day package is $20. Payment is accepted online using a credit or debit card. Viewers’ internet connection should be broadband, DSL or cable modem for optimum quality (dial-up or satellite Internet connection is not sufficient). To purchase a subscription, follow the simple steps that will be posted on the ASHA homepage. A link will also be provided to a “Help” page to assist subscribers in viewing the webcast. Revenues received from subscribers go to offset the technical and production costs of the webcast. Any surplus is applied to the promotional efforts of ASHA. WEBSITE TO PURCHASE 2010 ALLTECH FEI WORLD EQUESTRIAN GAMES TICKETS TO BENEFIT ASHA The ticket purchase website is now available for the American Saddlebred Horse Association’s (ASHA) recently announced partnership with the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. A website is now available specifically for ASHA members to purchase tickets to the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, a percentage of the sales from which will benefit the breed Association. The website to purchase tickets through this program can be found at http://www.ticketmaster.com/promo/psxkjo. Reservation forms for Daily Hospitality Passes at the Games, which can be completed electronically, can be found at http://www.alltechfeigames.com/content.aspx?id=3806. The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games are the world championships of eight equestrian disciplines recognized by the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI). The Games are held every four years and this year’s Games will be their first occurrence in the United States. The Games will be broadcast on NBC Sports, which has marked the largest commitment to network coverage of equestrian sport in United States television history. The 2010 Games are expected to have a statewide economic impact of $150 million, and current sponsors include Alltech, Rolex, John Deere, Ariat International, Inc., Meydan and the American Quarter Horse Association. For questions about tickets sales through ASHA’s partnership with the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, contact ASHA at (859) 259-2742, or by email at saddlebred@asha.net. For more information about the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, please visit the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games website, www.alltechfeigames.com. HARLEM GLOBETROTTER TO CELEBRATE 30TH BIRTHDAY Kalarama Farm, home of world renowned Saddlebred Harlem Globetrotter, has announced plans to celebrate the 30th birthday of the famous stallion. With an impressive showing and breeding career, Harlem Globetrotter remains a legendary performer and producer of other notable horses in the American Saddlebred industry. Since arriving at Kalarama Farm in Springfield, Ky., Stall #1 has been home to this champion, where he continues to enjoy the affectionate care provided by his original groom, while enjoying a healthy and much deserved retirement. Harlem Globetrotter was purchased in 1981 as a two-year-old, by current owner Joan Hamilton and her father, the late Paul Hamilton. Originally purchased as an ideal breeding horse, the stallion quickly became a winning show horse while under the training of Larry Hodge. Some of Harlem Globetrotter's accomplishments include the following: In recognition of Harlem Globetrotter's historic birthday, Kalarama Farm will celebrate the event at 12 noon on Thursday, April 1, where a light lunch featuring the stallion's favorite treats of apples will be served. With questions or for more information about the event, contact Joan Hamilton at (859) 336-3409, or by email at kalaramafarm@me.com. MID-WEST HACKNEY SALE AND CLINIC INVITES YOU You are invited to attend the Mid-West Hackney Spring Sale and Clinic on April 30 and May 1, 2010. The event will be held at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, Ill. The sale is accepting consignments of Hackney, Welsh, Shetland and ASPR. They also have a strong demand for quality tack and equipment, so you are asked to bring your items to the sale. Friday’s clinic will feature Larry Bacon covering bits and their proper use. A silent auction will be held also. Visit www.midwesthackney.com for details on the sale as well as information on the “bonus” money offered in 2010 for the winners of the weanling stallion and weanling mare classes. See why Mid-West Hackney is the place to be in 2010. ANDREOLI FAMILY MAKES UNPRECEDENTED DONATION TO OHIO'S UPHA CHAPTER 13 On March 13th, during UPHA Chapter 13’s annual fund raiser at the Hilton Hotel in Fairlawn, Ohio, Rennick Andreoli and his sister Linda Nix, stunned those present with a donation to the chapter of $10,000 in honor of their father, the late Andre J. Andreoli. Earlier in the evening, the chapter had also honored Andreoli by establishing a lifetime achievement award, in his name and by making him the first recipient. A.J.’s Reata Farm was one of Ohio’s most famous. On this farm in the 60’s there was not only a great show string of horses, both American Saddlebreds and Morgans but also a breeding program that had such a great influence on both breeds that it is still felt today. Famous and historic horses associated with this farm include Hall of Fame Broodmare, Dixie Duchess and her offspring, WGC Belle Elegant, WC Summer Melody, WC Reata’s Virginia Wolf and WC Denmark’s Grand Duchess. Standing at Reata were the breeding stallions, Oman’s Desdemona Denmark, sire of those champions listed above and at least 20 other World Champions, the talented Wing Commander son, Danish Commander, and two of the most famous stallions in the Morgan Breed, Fleetwing and Vigil March. In its hay day, Reata housed as many as 100 horses, with show stars such as WC Reata’s Virginia Wolf, the Challenger, J Miller, Reata’s Elation, The Iron Duke, Glamorous Lucretia and many others, shown by the Andreolis and trained by Ray Pittman and Tom Butler. Reata’s 1966 dispersal sale set records some of which last to this day. Chapter 13 felt compelled to honor this great Ohio horseman for his many contributions to the horse industry. Although there is no way to properly show the chapter’s appreciation for their magnanimous gift, it wishes the Andreoli family to know that it is the cshapter’s hope that the memory of their father and his impact on Ohio, will long be remembered through the Chapter 13, A.J. Andreoli Life Time Achievement Award. AHHSF OFFERS THREE COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS The American Hackney Horse Society Foundation will be offering three $2,500 college scholarships. These scholarships will be awarded to the selected students based on financial need, academic success and a commitment to the Hackney breed, whether present, past or future. The first scholarship is funded by the Al Haugen Memorial and is awarded on an annual basis to an incoming freshman. The second scholarship is funded by the American hackney Horse Society Foundation and is also awarded on an annual basis to an incoming freshman. The third scholarship is funded by the Ed Frickey Memorial and is awarded on an annual basis to a returning college sophomore, junior or senior. The deadline for applications is July 1, 2010. Applications may be obtained by contacting: American Hackney Horse Society Foundation, Inc., Alan R. Raun, VM, Scholarship Committee Chairman, 2600 50th Avenue, Cumming, IA 50061 or 515-285-9001 or 515-285-1119 fax or Reedannland@att.net or visit www.hackneysociety.com. ALYSHEBA MEMORIAL STATUE UNVEILING OPEN TO PUBLIC One year after the death of Kentucky Derby Winner Alysheba, the Kentucky Horse Park will unveil a memorial statue at his grave. The famous son of Alydar had resided at the park for only five months when he was euthanized as a result of an accidental fall in March 2009. The 25-year-old stallion was buried at the Hall of Champions. The public is invited to the Alysheba Memorial Statue Unveiling, Friday, April 16, 2 p.m. "During the brief time he lived at the Kentucky Horse Park, Alysheba stole the hearts of our park employees - especially those who worked with him each day and frequently commented on his loving disposition. Now we are inviting his fans and those who revere champions to join us in the unveiling of this stunning statue to memorialize Alysheba for future generations." The bronze statue was commissioned by Clarence Scharbauer III of Midland, Texas, whose family owned Alysheba when he was racing. Sculpted by renowned artist Shelley Hunter, it was conceived as a complementary piece to the John Henry memorial statue adjacent to it, which Hunter also created. The two statues will form an impressive honor guard for the Hall of Champions. Before coming to the Kentucky Horse Park, Alysheba spent the previous eight years of his life in the royal stables of His Majesty King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia, after standing his first years at stud at William S. Farish's Lane's End Farm in Versailles, Kentucky. Known on the track as "America's horse," he was sent to the Kentucky Horse Park as a gift from His Majesty to the American people in October 2008. Bred by Preston Madden at Hamburg Place in Lexington, Alysheba (Alydar-Bel Sheba, by Lt. Stevens) was sold as a yearling to Dorothy and Pam Scharbauer who campaigned him under the guidance of Hall of Fame trainer, Jack Van Berg. His career highlights also included Horse of the Year honors and track records for 1 ¼ miles at Belmont and The Meadowlands. Along the way, he defeated Risen Star, Forty Niner, Bet Twice, Seeking the Gold, and another Kentucky Derby-winner, the ill-fated Ferdinand. Until two-time Horse of the Year Cigar came along, Alysheba was the world's richest Thoroughbred, with earnings of $6,679,242. Nicholson concluded, "The purpose of the Kentucky Horse Park has always been to honor the horse and to celebrate man's relationship to it. This new statue will accomplish both by allowing future generations to pause at his grave, pay homage to a champion, and remember the great team that worked with Alysheba to make him a star." For more information call 859-233-4303. GOOD TURN OUT FOR SPRINGFIELD EVENT Despite less than favorable road conditions, the turn out for the clinic held at the Champions Center in Springfield, Ohio on Feb. 27 was good. The Penn Ohio Futurity and UPHA Chapter 13 joined forces to sponsor a training clinic and a sale horse preview. The day began at 9 a.m. with a tack swap and proceeded to a training clinic with Tre’ Lee. He spoke of training techniques and worked with individuals and their own horses on specific issues. People in the audience also had their questions answered by him. After a buffet luncheon, the sale horse preview began. This was not an auction but a chance to see some horses that were being offered for sale and to speak with the agent. Horses were presented by Martin Teater, Stacey Siess Finley, Clem Lee, Bill Field and Cape Cod Farm. Although this was the first year for a sale horse preview, the clinic has been held for a few years and is always interesting and a nice break to the long winter. AHHSF OFFERS CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS The American Hackney Horse Society Foundation is pleased to announce that once again they will be offering scholarships to The Shamrock Farm Road Pony Camp in Smithfield, Ky. Anyone under the age of 18 is encouraged to submit an essay and a brief biography. Scholarships will be awarded to the winner(s) of an essay contest titled “Why I Want to Learn More About the Hackney Breed.” The scholarship will cover the cost of camp fees, food, and lodging. (Transportation to and from the camp is the responsibility of the winner.) The Shamrock Farm Road Pony Camp has consistently received wonderful reviews from campers and parents alike. Campers will spend a fun filled week of riding and driving ponies, grooming, and learning general equine knowledge. The experience is not all equine related, as picnics, swimming and field trips also add to the fun. The week will end with a chance for campers to show off their skills in an on site pony show! The dates for the 2010 camp are July 11 – July 17, 2010. Applicants please submit your essay and a short autobiography, including equine experience, address, phone number, and e-mail contact information, no later than June 6th 2010. Applicants should send essays to: Mike Gallagher Additional information on the scholarships may be obtained by calling Mike at (859) 967-3820. Additional information on the Shamrock Farm Road Pony Camp may be obtained by calling Julianne Wilson at (502)-845-2174. ASHA PARTNERS WITH 2010 ALLTECH FEI WORLD EQUESTRIAN GAMES The American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) has announced a partnership with the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, set to launch on Monday, March 22, 2010. ASHA will be working with the World Games 2010 Foundation, Inc. to simultaneously promote the 2010 Games and the American Saddlebred breed, by providing ASHA members the opportunity to purchase tickets and daily hospitality passes for the Games, with a percentage of the sales going back the breed organization, to assist ASHA’s continuing effort to promote the American Saddlebred. In the coming days, a website will be made available specifically for ASHA members to purchase tickets to the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, at which time ASHA members can begin making ticket purchases which will also benefit the breed Association. Notification will be sent once this website is available. Reservation forms for Daily Hospitality Passes at the Games, which can be completed electronically, can be found here. “We are very excited to announce this partnership with such a terrific organization as the American Saddlebred Horse Association,” said Terry Johnson, Vice President of Marketing and Sales for the Foundation. “This will allow their members to get involved in the 2010 Games and support their association at the same time.” The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games are the world championships of eight equestrian disciplines recognized by the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI). The Games are held every four years and this year’s Games will be their first occurrence in the United States. The Games will be broadcast on NBC Sports, which has marked the largest commitment to network coverage of equestrian sport in United States television history. The 2010 Games are expected to have a statewide economic impact of $150 million, and current sponsors include Alltech, Rolex, John Deere, Ariat International, Inc., Meydan and the American Quarter Horse Association. For questions about tickets sales through ASHA's partnership with the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, contact ASHA at (859) 259-2742, or by email at saddlebred@asha.net. For more information about the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, please visit the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games website, http://www.alltechfeigames.com/. EQUINE ROADSTER CUP UPDATES The following Horse Shows have been nominated to the Equine Services Roadster Cups. Please note that there is plenty of time for Horse Shows to nominate their shows to the point incentive program. All horse show are holding both cups unless otherwise stated: Tampa Charity ~Road horse only~; IASHA Indiana Spring Warm Up; Pro Am; Kentucky Spring Premier; JD Massey Classic; River Ridge Charity; Raleigh Invitational; Heartland Classic ~pony cup only~; Kaspha May Classic; Bonnie Blue National; Burlington Spring Horse Show ~pony cup only~; Delaware Riding Club ~pony cup only~; Georgetown Charity; Syracuse International; Shelby County Fair; Twin Rivers Charity ~pony cup only~; Owingsville Lions Club; Franklin County- Frankfort, Ky; Ohio State Fair ~pony cup only~; UPHA Chapt 5 Childrens Benefit; Asheville Invitational; Shelblyville Horse Show; Boone County Fair; Kentucky Fall Classic; Carolina Classic. Please check the Equine Roadster Cup website. It will be updated daily with the new horse shows, all forms and rules are on the web site - www.equineservicesroadstercup.com or contact Holly Russell 937-215-4192. Thanks to the sponsors– Equine Services, Walsh Harness and RaDon. ASHA CONVENTION CULMINATES WITH SADDLEBRED BALL, AWARDS
Included in the night’s festivities were acceptance speeches by the recipients of ASHA’s Annual Awards, several of which were greeted with rousing ovations. Award recipients included Lifetime Achievement Award winner Redd Crabtree and Cronan Sportsmanship Award winner Fred Sarver, among others. For a complete list of ASHA’s Individual Award winners for 2010, and previous years, visit the ASHA website, www.saddlebred.com. In other ASHA business leading up to Saturday night’s festivities, two new members of the Association Board of Directors were elected through balloting by the membership: Minna Hankin (Pennsylvania), and William Marple (Texas). Re-elected as directors were Chuck Herbert (Indiana), Scott Matton (Wisconsin), Jimmy Robertson (Kentucky), and Judy Werner (Illinois). Leaving the board due expiring terms were Dr. Alan Raun (Iowa) and Mary Ann Pardieck (Indiana). Re-elected as officers of the Association for one-year terms were Werner as President, Vicki Gillenwater (Tennessee) as First Vice President, Barbara Molland (California) as Second Vice President, Paul Treiber (Wisconsin) as Secretary, and Jim Ruwoldt (Georgia) as Treasurer. Newly elected members of the American Saddlebred Registry (ASR) Board of Directors include Larry Hartsock (Virginia) and Don Schilling (Illinois). Members leaving the ASR Board with expiring terms were Brian Reimer and Mary Anne Cronan. ASR Officer elections will take place at the upcoming Registry Board meeting in March. ASB MUSEUM OFFERS CHANCE TO WIN WCHS TRIP The American Saddlebred Museum’s Victory Pass Raffle is again offering the opportunity to win a room, box seats and a parking pass at this year’s Kentucky State Fair Horse Show. Entering this year’s raffle is fast and easy with online access! The Grand Prize package is a room for 7 nights at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 4 lower level box seats and a VIP parking pass. Second Prize is use of a standard golf cart for the week. The value of these prizes is over $4,000! Tickets are only $10 a piece – a bargain for this coveted prize package. Buy 5 or 10 to increase your chances and help support your breed’s Museum. Just go to the Museum’s home page at www.asbmuseum.org for fast and easy ordering. Place your order and the Museum staff will fill out your tickets and enter you in the drawing for the Grand Prize. Your ticket stub receipts will be mailed to you. It’s that easy, If you prefer, you may order by phone Monday through Friday at 800-829-4438. The drawing will be held on Friday April 16, 2010 (before KSF room contracts are due) at the Kentucky Spring Premier Horse Show. You need not be present to win. Place your order now to ensure you are entered. For questions or more information, call the Museum at 859-259-2746. ALL AMERICAN CUP UPDATE The 2010 All American Cup Weanling and Three-Year-Old Cup Class will be held in Indianapolis, Ind., Sept. 7-8 at the All American Horse Classic. Ninety four entries are eligible for the 2010 All American Three-Year-Old Cup. A world record $172,212 was awarded in the 2009 All American Three-Year-Old Cup. World record $53,276 went to the champion. Two hundred and six entries are eligible for the 2010 All American Weanling Cup. The All American Cup is your best marketing tool, with amazing buying opportunities. Log on to www.allamericancup.org and review 674 All American Cup eligibles of ages weanling through three-year-olds. Names, breeding and owners are listed. ROCK CREEK KICKOFF PARTY WELL ATTENDED The second annual Rock Creek Kickoff Party, held Feb. 18, provided a lovely evening for gathering and enjoying entertainment, fundraising with silent and live auctions. Steed Enterprises outlined all the items for auction, which included an extensive program of around 38 silent auction items and 10 exquisite items for the live auction. The live auction featured, among other things, a week at the palatial Mexican Villa One donated by Kaye Bowles-Durnell, a Kentucky Derby package donated by Rock Creek President David Mount and a drive with World's Champion The Davinci Code donated by Kathy Capsuto Walker and Paula Schmidt. Spearheading the evening was the many members of the Rock Creek Riding Club, but much praise goes to Gail Kline for her tireless amount of work that went into this event. Attendees met at the historic Henry Clay Hotel in downtown Louisville, which was built in 1924 in the neo-classical style that was popular a the time. Mosaic tile, marble and brass were used extensively in the building. It was built as an Elks Club and became the famous Henry Clay Hotel in 1928 and remained that for some 35 years before becoming vacant. A few years ago the building received a renovation and is now a multi-purpose facility. The event was catered by The Silver Spoon, known for their distinctive entertaining in Louisville. They also cater the dinners each evening during the Rock Creek Horse Show in the clubhouse. The Rock Creek Board of Directors extended their sincere appreciation for the support of this endeavor, the show and all the legacy that is the Rock Creek Riding Club. The show will again be under the management of Scarlett Mattson and will be held June 8-12 at the famous Rock Creek Riding Club Grounds. Founded in 1929 by a small group of interested folks, here at this location, which was on a local farm and the old manor house, well over a century old, is now the clubhouse. ASB MUSEUM TEMPORARILY CLOSES On Monday January 25, 2010, the American Saddlebred Museum temporarily closed its doors to the public. During the closure, a complete renovation of the current exhibit space will take place. When the Showplace for Saddlebreds building addition opens in late March, the entire attraction will sport a new look. Originally, the facility’s Grand Opening was scheduled to be held during ASHA’s Annual Convention, however, weather and other delays now prohibit those plans. Unfortunately, this means the Museum will not be open to convention attendees in 2010. However, the Museum’s Gift Shop will have a booth at the Marriott well-stocked with new items. Also, orders for merchandise will still be taken through the Museum’s website, www.asbmuseum.org, and by phone at 800-829-4438 while the Museum is closed. The Grand Opening of the new Showplace for Saddlebreds will now be held on Friday evening April 9th following that day’s session of TSE Tattersalls Sale. Mark your calendars now and plan to attend this not-to-be-missed event! For more information, contact the Museum at 859-259-2746 or museum@asbmuseum.org. RICH GRAND NATIONAL COMPETITION SCHEDULE FOR 2010 RELEASED The 2010 American Saddlebred Registry Grand National prize program schedule of competitions has been announced. This year, the Grand National features 28 shows offering 60 classes with over $136,000 offered in prize money for Grand National-eligible American Saddlebreds. In addition, competitions that have traditionally supported Grand National were entered into a drawing for three Grand National Championship Stakes. The following competitions will receive additional purse allotments of $5,000 each in 2010: Bonnie Blue National, Lexington, Virginia Midwest Charity, Springfield, Illinois Syracuse International, Syracuse, New York Also, five ASHA Regional Championship competitions which held Grand National events in 2009 were selected to hold $5,000 Grand National Championship Stakes in 2010: North Carolina State Championship, Raleigh, North Carolina Southeastern Charity, Conyers, Georgia Saint Louis National Charity, Lake Saint Louis, Missouri California Saddle Horse Futurity, Las Vegas, Nevada Arizona Futurity, Scottsdale, Arizona For detailed information about all aspects of the Grand National, and all the Registry’s prize programs, visit http://www.asha.net/Prize-Grand-National. 2010 MID-AMERICA SADDLEBRED TOUR SCHEDULED FOR MARCH Missouri's Mid-America Saddlebred Horse Club will present its barn tour on Saturday, March 27, and Sunday, March 28. On Saturday the tour will travel via motor coach from Kansas City, Mo., to the New Bloomfield/Columbia, Missouri areas, and will visit Virgil Helms Stables, Fairview Farm, and Callaway Hills. Tourgoers will spend an evening dining at the Summit Lake Winery in Holt's Summit, Missouri, and stay overnight in Jefferson City. On Sunday, the tour will visit Mike Roberts Stables, High Spirits Farm, and Glendale Stables. With the exception of Saturday evening's dinner at the Summit Lake Winery, all meals are included in the cost of the tour, which is $50 per person - the same cost of the tour when taken in 1994. Motel rooms will accommodate one to four people with a special rate of $50.10, tax included. The deadline to sign up for the tour is Monday, March 1, and spots will be filled on a first come first served basis. Reservation forms are available on the Mid-American Saddlebred Horse Club website. For more information about the tour, contact Shirley Smith at (816) 229-8232, or by email atasb112mo@yahoo.com. UPHA ANNOUNCES NEW HIRE The UPHA Executive Board would like to announce the hiring of Matthew Williams for the newly created, part time position of UPHA Marketing Assistant. ALL AMERICAN CUP EVENT ENJOYED BY ATTENDEES The All American Cup out did itself this year as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity was enjoyed by all on three luxury coaches full of Saddlebred fans clamoring to hear Don Harris and Mitchell Clark tell “the facts” about Imperator and Sky Watch and their “Battle of the Century” Can you believe it was 28 years ago? Jim Aikman pulled out all stops as he invited these two special friends to star in the “Don and Mitch Show.” Starting at 6 a.m. Saturday, Don Harris and Mitch Clark signed autographs for dozens of fans from coast to coast. The official All American Cup photographer – Becky Brill was there taking photos of the guests which will be mailed to each person. Andy Hartmeyer Johns prepared copies of her personal paintings of Imperator and Sky Watch, which she had copied onto lovely postcard stock and these were given to every guest and were used for the autographs. Jim Aikman had Mitch Clark on one bus and Don Harris on bus 2 and the dedicated history buffs sat back and listened to the two tell “the rest of the story.” DVDs will soon be available of these two “legends” telling stories you have never heard up close and personal. Nearly 200 people converged on Sunrise Stable and greeted by beautiful Melissa Moore, who was all smiles and her barn immaculate, the arena organized with snacks and beverage waiting. A beautiful program listing every horse being presented was complete with pedigree Tuffy Owens was to articulate “voice” of the All American Cup Stallion Review. The order of presentation was Preacher, owned by Kristen Gallagher, Nocturnal, standing with Billy Jarrell, Master Class, ridden by and standing with Kristen Bagdasarian, I’m Lookin’ For You with Eddie Cockriel in the irons for Kaye Bowles-Durnell, Wild-Eyed Warrior,another presentation by Kristen Gallagher for Marefield Land and Cattle. New to the AAC was WC Bob Bobaloo, presented in harness by A.J. Bruwer for the A.E. Nelson Family. Shifting gears, Danette Musselman brought two body clipped, beautiful youngsters to represent – RIFLES AND ROSES. Wrapping up the fabulous presentation at Sunrise was Joan Adlers’ love – Gothic Revival led by Melissa Moore, the champion herself. Back on the AAC coaches, Mitch Clark and Don Harris switched coaches and told great stories to different guests as the AAC caravan headed for the famous Alliance Stud, owned by Dr. and Mrs. Scott Bennett. Erin Yates keeps everyone “straight” while Scott Perrelli, Steve and Tiffany Wheeler, Curt Rossou and Ray Garcia did an amazing job presenting as follows: Born Contender, owned by Wade and Flecia Fairey with Rick Wedel trailing, Delirium, owned by Alliance Stud, Bakchos, another Flecia and Wade Fairey stallion; Big Black, and Beautiful Heirogance & Attitude, owned by Linda Allen, The Last Heir, owned by Alliance Stud, visiting stallion Promise Keeper was ridden by Martin Teater for A.E. Nelson Family; Dapple-Grey Noble Heritage Praetorian, driven by Scott Perrelli for the James Hartley Family; and legendary Belle Reve’s Renaissance Man, owned by Bill and Liz Shatner. Finishing this thrilling show was the famous Call Me Ringo, owned by and frequently shown by our Saddlebred ambassador William Shatner. Thousands of friends missed so many wonderful stories of history with Mitch Clark and Don Harris. It got even more interesting when Nelson Green, who rode Valley Venture to third place behind Sky Watch and Imperator, joined on the mic. Many glowing comments and compliments that he bestowed on these great horsemen and their horses was so refreshing and confirms the admiration and sportsmanship evident in the Saddlebred world. “Oh how I wish every horse lover could have been present for this very special and creative All American Cup production,” Jim Aikman said. Every show horse lover needs to order the DVD of the Imperator/Sky Watch (Battle of the Century) from the ASB Museum today. Tell them you are a fan of the All American Cup and you will receive the special discount offered at the AAC Auction and Tour arranged by Jim Aikman on Jan 23. Gift Shop Manager Lynn Morris came from Lexington to be with the All American Cup at 6 a.m. and brought many items and offered at maximum discounts to all AAC guests. There are always great treats at Alliance but Dr Bennett, always creative, had smoke screens and great music as Tuffy Owens again introduced every horse. Jim Aikman had free sack lunches delivered to Alliance Stud for everyone on the AAC Tour to enjoy before getting on the AAC Coaches heading for the grand finale at Bob and Wendy Johnson’s Copper Coin Farm. On arrival, the guests were greeted by a fully attired Ring Master with top hat and all. The Copper Coin Arena was decorated in red, white and blue and the horses were presented as follows: Day of Revival, owned by Mary Wright; Bess Night Out, owned by Susan Olcott; Harlems Superior, a visiting stallion owned by Ivan Fisher; Copper Coins Contender, owned by Copper Coin Farm; followed by a lovely two year old Kiss My Face; another visiting stallion named The Roman Dancer, owned by Joseph Kauffman followed; and the ever popular Deep Blue, owned by Fox Grape Farm was the final star. The AAC Coaches loaded for the last time and ended back at Claudia Sanders at 3 p.m. ready to listen to a very educational presentation on Equine Reproduction by Dr. Scott Bennett. Every person on the AAC was all ears as Dr. Bennett presented a slide show that captured the guests undivided attention. Dr. Bennett is a wonderful speaker with unequaled knowledge and shared many gems of wisdom in a talk he named “Making Breeding Easy.” The entire presentation was filmed and a DVD of this hour-long production will be available through the All American Cup. Contact Jim Aikman for details on how to acquire the DVDs of Dr. Bennett’s seminar and the many stories told by two history-making legends – Don Harris and Mithell Clark with color commentary by Nelson Green by contacting Jim Aikman by e-mail at allamericancup@yahoo.com or phone 317-862-4341. SADDLEBRED ANNUAL AWARD HONOREES ANNOUNCED The American Saddlebred Horse Association today announced its annual award winners, based on ballots tabulated from its board of directors. Nominees for each award are received from the general membership and committee volunteers, screened by the Executive Committee of the Association, and voted on by the full board from the candidates selected. The awards are presented at the Saddlebred Ball, to be held at Marriott Griffin Gate Hotel and Resort , Saturday evening, February 20, 2010. Honorees by award are: Lifetime Achievement - Redd Crabtree, Simpsonville, Kentucky Breeders Hall of Fame Inductee - Jim Orr, Lee’s Summit, Missouri Breeder of the Year, 2009 - Callaway Hills Stable, New Bloomfield, Missouri // Kathy Capsuto-Walker, Shelbyville, Kentucky C.J. “June” Cronan Sportsmanship - Fred Sarver, Carlisle, Kentucky Mrs. Wm. P. Roth Sportsmanship - Theresa Vonderschmitt, Jasper, Indiana Meritorious Service - Kay Richardson, Bloomington, Illinois Wing Commander Medal of Honor - Fern Bittner, St. Charles, Missouri Gillenwater Family Trophy - The Raymond Bible Family, Morristown, Tennessee Gordon Jenkins International - James and Jackie Hale, Columbiana, Alabama // Yvonne Sohlberg, Ruda, Sweden Frank Ogletree Youth - Amy Hein, Nashville, Tennessee These Saddlebred ambassadors will be honored during the 2010 American Saddlebred Horse Association convention, annual meeting, and youth conference, February 18-20, 2010. The headquarters hotel is the Marriott Griffin Gate in Lexington, Kentucky. Links to register for the convention and make hotel reservations online are accessible on the ASHA website, www.saddlebred.com. SHOWPLACE FOR SADDLEBREDS GRAND OPENING GALA: APRIL 9 The American Saddlebred Museum welcomes you to attend the Showplace for Saddlebreds Grand Opening Gala on Friday, April 9, following TSE Tattersalls Sale. While original plans were to hold the grand opening in conjunction with the ASHA Annual Convention in February, weather and other delays have prohibited that deadline. Construction of the addition should be complete by the first part of March. The Museum will close in early February to clear out for demolition and renovation of the current exhibit space which will begin the second week of February. New exhibit installation will begin the first or second week of March and will take two to two and half weeks. The new facility is scheduled to open March 28. This additional space will soon provide an extraordinary introduction to the American Saddlebred horse. Special features will include a critical entrance/exit into the Kentucky Horse Park, a stunning glass art theater, a dedicated Gift Shop, a changing exhibit gallery and a George Ford Morris art gallery. Plan now to attend the April 9th Grand Opening - it’s a not-to-be-missed event! The ASB Museum will also hold its Annual Meeting of Members during the ASHA Convention on Saturday, Feb. 20 at 10 a.m. in the Marriott Griffin Gate in Lexington, Ky. The purpose of the meeting is the election of trustees and the transaction of such other business as may come before the corporation. NEW EQUINE ROADSTER PONY CUP OFFERED FOR 2010 In conjunction with the Equine Roadster Cup, is the Equine Roadster Pony Cup with a prize amount to excess $10,000 or more for the 2010 shw season. The Equine Roadster Pony Cup will be open to all amateur and open road pony classes and will follow the same rules and point system as the Equine Services Roadster Cup. The 2010 prize money for the Road Horse division will be in excess of $25,000 or more. The Roadster Pony Cup will have a prize amount of of $10,000 or more. The final Championship Classes will be held at the Kentucky Fall Classic Horse Show in October. Horse and Ponies will be showing for double points in the final championship class.The Equine Services Roadster Cup is very pleased to announce that Walsh Harness & Saddlery as one of the newest sponsors of both Roadster Cups. Walsh Harness has generously donated a set of Road Horse Harness and a set of Roadster Pony Harness and many other prizes.Horse Show Fees have also changed this year: 1 day show $50; 2 day show $75; 3 or more days $100. The Road Horse Cup and Road Pony Cup will have separate horse show fees. So please join us for the 2010 ESRC and ERPC and nominate your horse, ponies and shows to this point incentive program with big money involved! For further information on rules, eligibility and horse show forms please visit our website www.equineserivesroadstercup.com or contact Holly Russell at 937-215-4192. Many thanks to Dr. Bennett and Equine Services for his generous donation and making this program possible. Also a thank you to Walsh Harness on helping make this event even bigger. Visit walshharness.com for all your horse needs. UPHA CHAPTER 18 SPRING RIDING CLINIC SELECTS 2010 CLINICIAN UPHA Chapter 18 is proud to announce that Ellen Beard of Stephens College will be featured as the clinician for the annual Spring Riding Clinic, to be held March 12-13 at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, Va. This is a great opportunity for riders of all levels to polish their skills and learn new techniques from a tremendous clinician and gifted teacher. Classes will be offered for riders from beginners to advanced, privately or in groups, and driving lessons will be offered as well. Participants are encouraged to bring their own horses, but chapter members will also have plenty of quality school horses available for use in the clinic for those who do not yet own their own horse or are unable to bring their horse. The clinic will once again be held in conjuction with the ASHAV Convention, affording attendees the opportunity to participate in two outstanding events in one weekend. For more information or to make reservations, please contact Nancy Troutman (540.384.6909) or Smith Lilly (304.384.8800). 2009 UNITED PROFESSIONAL HORSEMEN'S ASSOCIATION AWARDS Tom Moore Hall of Fame Richard Lavery Professional Horseman's Award Sallie B. Wheeler Distinguished Service Award UPHA Lifetime Achievement Award UPHA Helen Crabtree Equitation Instructor Hall of Fame Award UPHA Equitation Instructor Of The Year Herman Miles Horse Show Manager of The Year Award Shirley Parkinson Professional Achievment Award UPHA Young Trainer of the Year Award Associate Membership Award National Honor Show (Saddlebred) National Honor Show (Morgan)
2009 UPHA Chapter Horsemen of the Year Chapter 1 – David Blevins 2009 UPHA Chapter Honor Shows Chapter 1 – UPHA Chapter One Woodside Horse Show 2009 UPHA Classics Champions Morgan Park Harness Classic Champion 2009 UPHA CHALLENGE CUP CHAMPIONS UPHA ADULT CHALLENGE CUP CHAMPIONSHIP UPHA ARABIAN BREEDS SENIOR CHALLENGE CUP CHAMPIONSHIP UPHA ARABIAN BREEDS JUNIOR CHALLENGE CUP CHAMPIONSHIP UPHA ARABIAN BREEDS 10 & UNDER W/T CHALLENGE CUP UPHA NATIONAL SHOW HORSE SENIOR CHALLENGE CUP CHAMPIONSHIP UPHA SENIOR PLEASURE CHALLENGE CUP CHAMPIONSHIP UPHA JUNIOR PLEASURE CHALLENGE CUP CHAMPIONSHIP UPHA SENIOR MORGAN CHALLENGE CUP CHAMPIONSHIP UPHA JUNIOR MORGAN CHALLENGE CUP CHAMPIONSHIP UPHA 10 & UNDER WALK/TROT CHALLENGE CUP CHAMPIONSHIP UPHA EXCEPTIONAL CHALLENGE CUP CHAMPIONSHIP UPHA JUNIOR CHALLENGE CUP CHAMPIONSHIP UPHA SENIOR CHALLENGE CUP CHAMPIONSHIP 2009 UPHA Horse/Pony of The Year Saddlebred Five Gaited Open Saddlebred Five Gaited Amateur Saddlebred Five Gaited Pony Saddlebred Three Gaited Open Saddlebred Three Gaited Amateur Saddlebred Three Gaited Ladies Saddlebred Three Gaited Junior Exhibitor Saddlebred Three Gaited Pony
Saddlebred Three Gaited Open Park Saddlebred Three Gaited Amateur Park Saddlebred Junior Exhibitor Pleasure Saddlebred Pleasure Driving Saddlebred Five Gaited Pleasure Saddlebred Adult Country Pleasure Saddle Saddlebred Junior Exhibitor Country Pleasure Saddle Roadster Horse Open Roadster Horse Ladies/Amateur Harness Pony Open Harness Pony Ladies/Amateur Roadster Pony Open Roadster Pony Amateur Hackney Pony Pleasure Driving Juvenile Morgan Open Park Saddle Morgan Ladies/Amateur/Juvenile Morgan Open Park Harness Morgan Open English Pleasure Morgan Classic Pleasure Saddle Morgan Open Pleasure Driving
Morgan Classic Pleasure Driving Morgan Ladies/Amateur/Juvenile Pleasure Saddle Morgan Ladies/Amateur/Juvenile Pleasure Harness Saddlebred Five Gaited Horse of the Year Saddlebred Three Gaited Horse of The Year Saddlebred Fine Harness Horse of The Year Saddlebred Pleasure Horse of The Year Roadster Horse Of The Year Hackney Pony Of The Year Harness Pony Of The Year Roadster Pony Of The Year Hackney Pleasure Driving Pony Of The Year Morgan Park Horse of The Year Morgan Pleasure Horse of The Year: ILLINOIS HORSE FAIR SET FOR MARCH 5-7 The 21st Annual Illinois Horse Fair will be held Friday through Sunday, March 5-7 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield. Lead clinicians will include RFD-TV’s Julie Goodnight and Ryan Gingerich, along with trainer/showman Tommie Turvey and Ray Hunt protégé Mark Schwarm. Also 140 commercial vendors, 25 breed and sport demos, stallion row and parade, HorsesForSale Aisles, the All-Youth Horse Judging Trials and more horse trailers on site than at any other show or fair in the state. New this year will be Tommie Turvey’s Night of Amazing Horses evening shows. For information on exhibiting, contact Joy Meierhans at (630) 557-2575 or JM@TheMeierhans.com. For tickets call (217) 585-1600 or visit www.HorsemensCouncil.org. Illinois Horse Fair is produced by Horsemen’s Council of Illinois, the voice of the Illinois horse industry. BIGGINS STABLES OFFERS ADULT CAMPS Openings are still available for Biggins Stables Adult Winter Riding Camps for 2010, which will be held Feb. 5-7 and March 5-7 at the farm in Simpsonville, Ky., near Louisville. The annual riding camps, known for their quality instruction and fun atmosphere, attract adult saddle set riders of all skill levels from all parts of the country. Intensive riding instruction is the central focus of the Biggins Adult Camps. Coordinator Renee Biggins tailors the program to the ability and goals of each rider. Beginners through advanced riders can sharpen their horsemanship and showmanship skills on a wide variety of horses, including five-gaited Saddlebreds. All participants benefit from the accumulated knowledge and experience of the instructor who has produced numerous world champions. In addition to the riding instruction and training techniques, campers have the opportunity to visit a local Kentucky barn. This is always a favorite experience among the campers and instructors. Last year the camps visited Willowbank Farm and Kalarama Farm for an amazing showcase of the American Saddlebred. The campers are also visited by a veterinarian and farrier for insightful talks about horse health. Biggins adult campers work hard, taking two lessons each day of the three-day camp. There are also evening activities for the campers to unwind. They will enjoy the company of their fellow horse-enthusiasts at spirited dinners where new skills and horse backgrounds will be shared at local restaurants two evenings during the camp. It is so educational and so much fun. They look forward to seeing you. Renee Biggins personally loves offering these camps. “I totally enjoy sharing my excitement for American Saddlebreds and saddle seat riding!” Space is limited and the camps fill quickly. Please call Renee Biggins at 502-722-5068 for more information or to request a registration form. Please make your hotel reservations for Biggins Adult Camps 2010 at Best Western, 502-633-4400. SADDLEBRED ENTHUSIASTS NEEDED TO VOLUNTEER AT 2010 ALLTECH FEI WORLD EQUESTRIAN GAMES The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games will take place Saturday, September 25, 2010, through Sunday, October 10, 2010, at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Equine enthusiasts and competitors from all over the world will be attending these World Championships in the eight equestrian disciplines recognized by the FEI (Federation Equestre Internationale, the international federation for equestrian sport headquartered in Switzerland). The World Equestrian Games are held in the even-numbered years every four years between Olympic Games. American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) President Judith Werner has appointed a committee to plan and execute the showcasing of the American Saddlebred during this wonderful opportunity for national and international exposure and demonstration of our breed. The American Saddlebred’s presence in the Equine Village at the Games has just been announced, where different breed exhibits, family activities, and equine demonstrations will take place. The breed demonstrations will be ongoing daily during the 16 days of the Games. The Saddlebred breed demonstration is scheduled to last approximately 30 minutes at each performance, including the time to enter and exit the ring. Those exhibitors would be committed to at least a four-day stay at the Horse Park to exhibit their horses at least once a day. The exhibit would showcase the versatility and suitability of the American Saddlebred for a range of equestrian sport and recreation, suitable for ages 7-70. The ASHA WEG planning committee is asking those interested in volunteering their horses AND their artistic abilities to please fill out the ASHA WEG Participation Application and submit to committee secretary Germaine Johnson by Thursday, December 10, 2009. Jimmy Robertson – Jimmy8Infinity@aol.com Marilyn Macfarlane – WalnutWF@aol.com Nelson Green – reverie299@aol.com Germaine Johnson – auburntiger@insightbb.com Mary Anne Cronan - macron@insightbb.com Laurel Nelson – LaurelNelson91@yahoo.com Rob Byers – Bdiver14@bellsouth.net Liz Shatner – LizShatner@gmail.com |
