Stable Sheet - October 2021 |
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An American Legacy - The Morgan Horse |
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For those viewing this newsletter for the first time, it is published in three sections. At the bottom of each section you will be prompted to click a link to go to the next section. Be sure to "click here" where indicated to continue reading.
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Happy Fall Y'all
The leaves are turning, the rains have returned and the nights are getting a little crisper. Yes, Fall is here. October is a big month in the Morgan horse world as that our Grand National
and World Championships are going on in Oklahoma City starting on Oct.9 and continuing to Oct. 16th. The Pacific Northwest is well represented in every division offered and will show the rest of the country the quality of horses we have in our region. I would encourage you all to watch and cheer your fellow PNW cohorts as they show their beautiful horses. For
more information go to www.gnwcmhs.com to get the link to watch the live action. Good luck, good rides and great memories to all!!
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In other news, I am sorry to announce that we will not be having our Annual Membership Meeting & year end Awards Banquet as an in-person event. Due to COVID, the Board felt that with the surge of the variant running wild, it would be better to not have a gathering of people. We are still in the planning phase of how to proceed with it virtually, so please watch for upcoming announcements .
This time of the year also signals the time for us to be holding our annual Board elections. To help streamline the process, we will be trying out an electronic voting format. This form of voting should be faster, more efficient and have some cost saving benefits to the club. Information will be coming to you soon with regards to how the voting process will be done. Please watch for the updates.
Finally, it is time to renew your membership. Please continue to support the MHAO. I as President want to see our membership numbers grow; and speaking for your Board I want to be sure we provide benefits to all the members of our Morgan community. We are not just a club for show people. We want to support all types of activities & all our Morgan owners - those owners from the trail rider to the competitior to the Morgan enthusiast - you are all important to us. Please reach out to your Board and help us develop programs that will suit your needs. We all have one thing in common...we love our Morgan horses!
Kathy Christensen, MHAO President
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Click here to read a draft of the minutes from the September 22, 2021 Board Meeting
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Announcement
Regarding Our Annual Membership Meeting & Award Banquet
November 14, 2021
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Our Annual Meeting and Award Presentation will take place via Zoom this year due to the state of the Pandemic. We will not be having an in-person meeting.
More information will follow on what time and
how you can attend.
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The 2021 MHAO Election Will Be Conducted Online |
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We are going to try something different this year. You will be receiving your ballot via email with access to vote online. If you need or want a paper ballot mailed to you, let our Membership Chair or Secretary know. Their contact information is shown below. This is a trial. If you like it, we will change our By-Laws to accommodate using online voting going forward.
Here is a list of the candidates as well as the recommended change to our By-Laws. Voting will be open from October 15th until noon on November 14th.
Watch your email!
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Directors who will stay on the Board to complete their 2 year term. No vote required:
- Sara Breyman
- Nancy Eidam
- Mary Grimes
- Diane Pixlee
- Sandi Humphfres
Officer Positions - Vote for 1 for each position or provide a write-in vote. Space will be given for write-in votes on the ballot:
- President - Kathy Christensen
- Vice President - Gay Adams
- Secretary - Julie Nygaard
- Treasurer - Karen Breckenridge
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Vote for up to 5 Directors for a new 2 year term. Space for write-in candidates will be available on the ballot.
- Doana Anderson
- Erin Silver
- Jessica Pelissier
- Kyndle Cummins
- Rhea Turner
Vote for 1 for a 1 year term as your Youth Director. Space will be provided for a write-in vote on the ballot:
- Grace Martin
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Below is the recommended new paragraph 4.3 of the MHAO By-Laws. These changes will give us the option to allow future online voting. Current wording will also be on the ballot so you can see the difference between them:
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Section 4.3 Nomination, Election and Term:
Sixty (60) days prior to the annual meeting in November, the Board of Directors shall make known to the membership, by notice in the corporate publication or by other means, positions to be vacated in the coming year and request candidates for such positions. The Board shall prepare a ballot, setting forth one (1) or more candidates for each position to be vacated, along with space for write-in candidates. Such ballot bearing a unique ID number to prevent double voting shall be made available to the member in paper form and/or electronically thirty (30) days prior to the November meeting. A paper ballot shall be mailed together with a self-addressed envelope if requested of the Secretary or Membership Chair. An electronic ballot may be delivered in PDF form or via an online system. Numbered ballots may be returned by mail to the Secretary or Membership Chair, be voted on via the online system, or be brought in person to the Annual November meeting. A ballot mailed or voted on prior to the meeting may be retrieved by the member before the annual meeting is called to order and the final vote is counted.
Ballots shall be opened and/or counted by the Secretary or appointed tellers at the annual business meeting.
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Be sure to vote on this change when you receive your ballot. Let us know what you think of our trial to vote online this year. More information will follow with your ballot via email. Those without email access will receive their ballot by mail.
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The following Directors will be leaving our Board. We are so grateful for their service. Some will remain active as committee members.
- Shirley Champion
- Karen Weiderman
- Martha Woodland
Your service is so appreciated!
You will be missed on the Board.
Thank you!
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MHAO High Point Award Program |
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Are you an MHAO member competing in anything on a Morgan horse?
Turn in your placings & points for all events except Key, OMC, C-Fair, & PNW. Those shows are tallied automatically if you are registered for High Point.
Make Sure You Are Registered!
We want this program to be inclusive. Are you competing in something that our program does not seem to cover? Let us know and we will see what we can do.
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Program updated June 2021
Click here to access the declaration forms for turning in your results
Once Registered, get your results in for any shows or competitions other than Key, OMC, C-Fair, PNW
& Nationals. The shows listed will be tallied automatically by Erin from posted results.
Questions: Contact Erin Silver
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Once enrolled, you will not need to enroll again as long as you maintain your membership in MHAO. Turn in a log showing your hours riding or driving your horse. Patches will be awarded at the MHAO Award Banquet. Wear them proudly or put them on your saddle blanket so other people will know you are riding or driving a Morgan horse.
Click here to download more information, get enrolled, or to use our log form to turn in your time.
Thank you to Carol Dombrowsky & Leanne Roth for creating this program
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Announcement Regarding Our 2021 MHAO Award Banquet & General Membership Meeting |
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Our Annual Meeting & Award Ceremony Will Be Held Virtually
Sunday
November 14, 2021
More Information To Follow About The Time & How To Attend
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Due to the condition of the Pandemic, we have decided to again hold this meeting virtually. High Point Winners for the year will be announced at this meeting. We will also announce the results of our club election. We hope everyone will attend. This is your chance to let your Board of Directors know what you would like to see from us.
Your Board needs to hear from you.
Please plan to attend!
Time and Access Info Will Follow
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MHAO Foal Photo Contest - Announcement |
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Deadline - Extended to October 31st, 2021
Get those pictures submitted now!
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This Contest Is Open Now!
This contest is open to everyone. You do not need to be an MHAO member.
Pictures can be from any year, and do not need to be of foals participating
in our Futurity.
Prize money available!
1st place - $100
2nd place - $75
3rd place - $50
Send in an application form with your pictures.
Up to 4 photos can be submitted per person.
Send your photos to Gay Adams
(503) 936-4276
Interested in being a judge for this contest? Three judges needed.
Contact Gay.
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MHAO Breeders' Cup Futurity |
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Get Your 2021 Foals Nominated Before Year End |
Take advantage of this Opportunity to promote your breeding program
We are dedicated to supporting our breeders, & offer the last remaining traditional Futurity in the Western Region of AMHA
Initial Nomination in the year the foal is born - $45
Renewal fees - $25 each year
Class fees - $25 per class
by June 1st, $50 thereafter
Late nominations & renewals
are $100 each
For more information, click here to download the Futurity Rules. The Rules and all forms needed are available on our website.
Click here to download a nomination form to send to Gay
(503) 936-4276
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Over $13,000 paid out in Prize Money In 2021
Along with the opportunity to earn prize money & show off your foal/s at the Oregon Morgan Classic, each foal receives a quarter page promoting them in the MHAO Breeders' Cup Futurity Booklet.
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A Request!
The MHAO Futurity Committee is seeking sponsors to aid in the purchase of Futurity Cups that are given to each participant showing in Futurity classes at the Oregon Morgan Classic. Your donation can help us to continue this tradition.
Working toward an expense estimated at $3,000
For questions or to make a donation, contact Gay Adams,
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Editor Needed for the 2022 MHAO Breeders' Cup Futurity Booklet |
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Show off your editor/graphic skills while giving support to the Morgan breed and your club!
An Editor is needed for the 2022 MHAO Breeders' Cup Futurity Booklet. Click here to see prior booklets on our website. Some ad creation required.
Contact Gay Adams for more information -
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Looking for more information about the Oregon Morgan Classic?
Look for the separate special Stable Sheet Edition highlighting the show.
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A Request For News From Members |
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Stable Sheet - Section 2 Editor |
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Karen Weiderman would love to showcase you and your horse in the Members section of the Stable Sheet newsletter (Section 2). Send her a story with some pictures.
She is also looking for stories from Morgan owners on how and when they got into the Morgan breed and what they have done since then.
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Come Be A Voice For The Protection Of Equine Trails |
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You won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn and collaborate with the Oregon outdoor recreation community!
Information provided by the Oregon Horse Council.
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Currently Recognized Base Coat Colors
Chestnut, Black, Bay, Brown, Palomino, Buckskin, Smoky Black, Cremello, Perlino, Smoky Cream
Currently Recognized Color Characteristics
Dun, Flaxen, Silver, Gray, Roan, Sabino, Frame Overo, Splash White
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JUSTIN, STANDING TALL AND PROUD. On October 2, 2021, the University of Vermont Morgan Horse Farm held a public celebration on the 100th anniversary of the unveiling of the iconic statue of Justin Morgan standing at the approach to the famous UVM barn. In 1921 the great animal husbandry expert Herbert H. Reese dubbed the bronze “the very best piece of equestrian sculpture in America.” The Morgan world agrees! AMHA and The Morgan Horse magazine thank Dennis and Laura Tatro for documenting the event in the photos posted here. A full account will appear in the November-December issue of TMH. |
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Attention: All Equitation Riders AND Instructors! |
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Check out this amazing opportunity!
Registration is open Now
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Thank you AMHA for passing this information on.
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Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue Course |
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Sponsored by the Oregon Horse Council
November 19-20, 2021
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Get registered now for this valuable seminar. It is an important course for all those who own or work around large animals or who serve as first responders. Qualifies for continued education for Veterinarians and First Responders.
When you register, be sure to say you are an MHAO member and learned about this seminar thru the club newsletter. MHAO is a member of the Oregon Horse Council.
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A Morgan Finishes 3rd At The American Eventing Championships |
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Congratulations to Hannah Reeser and LTL Ireland Summr Soldier on their impressive third place finish (out of 49 entries in their division – Beginner Novice) at the USEA AEC $60,000 Adequan Advanced Final & ATC Finals at the Kentucky Horse Park last weekend.
The American Eventing Championships (AEC) is one of the premier events in Eventing. The levels are beginner novice to advanced. There are three phases to the competition: Dressage, Cross Country, and Stadium Jumping. Many of the top US Event riders compete in this event with their horses. In order to qualify for the AEC’s, the rider and the horse have to place 1st or 2nd in any recognized USEA event at the beginner novice event or 3rd in any 2 events or 1-5 at a championship event.
At the 2019 AEC, their story begins. Hannah took Soldier to the AECs in 2019 and would have been happy just to be in the top 10. Hannah found herself in 1st place! Unfortunately, under pressure she dropped 2 rails in stadium jumping and ended up 4th. The amazing fact about that year is their Dressage score was so good that she only fell 3 places. All the other 1st place horses either were out of the ribbons or below 10th. She was prepared to come back in 2020 but COVID happened. So, in 2020 she made her way to Morgan Grand Nationals where she became World Champion for 1st level Dressage and National Champion for 1st and 2nd level Musical Dressage. She was later notified by USEF that LTL Ireland Summr Soldier became USEF HORSE OF THE YEAR for Morgan Dressage.
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Now, Hannah had her eyes set on the 2021 American Eventing Championships. She started her bid at a spring event at the Spring Bay Horse Park in April. Unfortunately, the event did not go as she had planned. On the cross country phase, Hannah and Soldier had a serious accident - a semi rotational fall. Hannah broke her collar bone. Soldier was sore but uninjured. After 2 months of recovering, Hannah was back up and riding with eyes back on the AECs. Her first event back in the saddle was Champagne Run. Hannah came back in style, placing 1st in her division and thus fulfilling the qualification to enter into the AECs.
Hannah accomplished her goal - finishing on her dressage score of 27.4. Going into the final phase of the trial, stadium jumping, the first 4 horses were very close- 1st place was 24.8, second 26.3, third 27.3 and 4th (Hannah and Soldier) 27.4. The second-place horse had 3.2 time faults in the jumping phase dropping them to 4th and moving Hannah and Soldier up to 3rd.
Soldier was the smallest horse/pony in the top 15. She is fully trained by Hannah; she is truly an amateur owned and trained horse. Hannah's full-time job is a Biomedical engineer.
Hannah and Soldier are returning to the Kentucky Horse Park the first weekend in October (October 1-3) to compete in the Area 8 Championships during the Jump Start competition. They will be competing in the Beginner Novice Amateur Championships.
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I DID NOT KNOW... by Alissa Kelly
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I did not know a horse could bring people into your life that end up meaning the most to you.
I did not know a horse could make the hardest days of your life bearable.
I did not know a horse could teach you to put others first.
I did not know a horse could remind you time and time again that your gut is always right.
I did not know a horse could break your heart.
I did not know a horse could pick you up when you have fallen apart.
I did not know a horse could teach you to dream again, after you thought it was not possible.
I did not know a horse could make you believe in yourself.
I did not know a horse could teach responsibility, work ethic, and dedication.
I did not know a horse could make you believe in something when no one else does.
I did not know a horse could make you learn to forgive and forget.
I did not know a horse could humble you faster than you can say humble.
I did not know a horse could make you a winner.
I did not know a horse could also teach you how to lose gracefully.
I did not know a horse could instill patience in you.
I did not know a horse could make you listen better.
I did not know a horse could give you their heart.
I did not know a horse could change your life.
I did not know a horse could do all these things...
but now I know.
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Thank you to the Oregon Horse Council for the information link |
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From our fields to your feeder, we discuss all things hay and livestock nutrition related. We feature industry recognized experts to answer common nutrition myths, how our hay comes to be consistent, quality feed for your animals, and everything in between. Horse enthusiast or goat wrangler, elite show competitor or backyard livestock homesteader, we’ve got you covered. Journey with us, beyond the barn! New episodes every other Tuesday (biweekly). |
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Oregon Horse Center Events |
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OHC Fall Tack & Craft Sale
October 23 & 24, 2021
Saturday - 9am-5pm
Sunday - 9am-2pm
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The first in a new tradition for the Oregon Horse Center!
Our first Annual Fall Tack + Craft Sale will be happening at the Prairie arena in Eugene, Saturday and Sunday October 23 – 24.
Vendors:
Friday, October 22, 2021: Set Up: 3pm - 8pm
Saturday, October 23, 2021: 9am - 5pm
Sunday, October 24, 2021: 9am - 2pm, tear down until 7pm
Vendor Rental Space:
10'x10' Stalls: $40 each for the weekend
FULL! NO MORE AVAILABLE - 12' x 12' Stalls: $45
Outdoor Electric Graveled spaces (for Trailers) Contact us
RULES
-Vendors must stay for all hours open for shopping (posted above)
-All used areas must be cleaned and clear of items/trash before leaving
-Electricity is not available in stalls
-Please bring your own tables, hangers, stands, or anything you may need to display your items.
-Spaces will be assigned by Oregon Horse Center.
-All vendors are encouraged to bring a lock to lock their stalls if leaving product overnight.
OREGON HORSE CENTER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY STOLEN, MISPLACED, OR DAMAGED ITEMS
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Click here for more information or to access entry forms
Over $4,000 available in Prizes and Cash for the Trainer Challenge
Additional Fun Classes that have been added
Wednesday: Ranch Hand Jackpot followed by Bareback Class
Thursday: Bridle-less followed by Mountain Trail Speed Round
Friday: Trail Dog (human and dog) followed by Canine Companion (rider and dog)
Saturday: Costume Class (judged solely on costume) followed by Pairs Class
These additional classes are not currently on the premium (they will be added), but you can also sign up for them when you arrive.
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Equine Asthma Causes are Everywhere!
An Article From Haygain published by StreamhorseTV
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“Horses have been blessed with an extraordinarily large respiratory reserve. Have you ever wondered why we race horses and not cattle, who after all, are about the same size as horses? It is most likely because horses have lungs that are almost twice the size of cattle lungs. This means that unless horses are at their peak performance, they probably don’t need all the oxygen that their lungs can deliver. Consequently, we tend not to notice the beginning stages of IAD” (Tufts).
Approximately 80% of active sport horses are challenged with some degree of Equine Asthma. Shocking as that may sound, it really shouldn't be given that causes of respiratory challenges exist in 100% of the environment and activities in which our horses live and participate.
Some horses have a genetic predisposition for asthma, but otherwise, it's an occupational disease, explains Sporthorse veterinarian Emmanuelle Van Erck-Westergren, DVM, Ph.D., ECEIM. "Environment, stresses of training and competition which can lower immunity, and mingling with other horses, are all risk factors for Equine Asthma."
“Equine asthma, whether IAD or heaves, is usually treatable, but not necessarily curable. It can take a lifetime of management, but with an accurate diagnosis, proper treatment and environmental improvements, most horses can return to athletic function” (Tufts).
The Environment
"Dust" is the innocent-sounding description of the main causes of asthma. There's the dust you can see, and the dust you can't see -- under 5 microns in size and invisible without a microscope. Horses' natural respiratory defense mechanisms can usually handle larger particles. It's the invisible particles that pose the greatest risk because they can evade these defenses and deliver tiny bits of mold, bacteria, and other irritants and allergens deep into the lungs.
Unfortunately, even a meticulously maintained yard has loads of microscopic irritants, much of it from forage. That's true even when the forage has high nutrient value and looks and smells fresh and clean to a knowledgeable horseman.
That's why Dr. Van Erck-Westergren includes barn visits in caring for her patients, many of whom are referred for further study when respiratory challenges persist after traditional treatments.
"I look at the horse and his environment," explains the partner in the Equine Sports Medicine Practice in Waterloo, Belgium. "We do measurements of dust levels and samples of contaminants. Some are easy to see. Have you seen someone sweep dust from the barn aisle, then stash that in the horse's stall? Or seen mold stains on barn walls or ceilings?"
Sick Building Syndrome
"A condition called Sick Building Syndrome exists in human medicine and it can apply to horses, too," she continues. "They may not be coughing or having nasal discharge, but they clearly don't feel well. That can often be linked to the number of contaminants growing inside the building.
"Horses were designed to live outside, but many horses spend 23 hours a day in the barn. Living inside, they're exposed to 50 times more inhaleable irritants! Even if they live outside, if they're getting hay with contaminants, it's still a problem."
Even the weather can impact a horse's respiratory health. In 2020, Dr. Van Erck-Westergren noted that Europe experienced particularly warm weather earlier in the spring than normal. "That corresponded to a record number of respiratory cases, as did record pollen levels with record numbers of asthmatic patients.
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"A Canadian study found a correlation between the temperature and humidity and worsening symptoms of equine asthma. And global warming is having an effect because there is a shorter or non-existent period when there is a layer of frozen ground. That all affects the number of contaminants, including fungi, mold, and bacteria found in soil, in which hay or straw is grown."
Preventative Measures
"Assess and improve your horse's environment," Dr. Van Erck-Westergren asserts, offering these four tips for horse owners:
- Make sure there's ventilation in the barn. That means circulation and renewal of the air. If there's no renewal, moisture will accumulate and foster contaminant growth. Cobwebs indicate there isn't enough ventilation because spiders won't make them where there's any breeze.
- Reduce dust: the fine dust that can be inhaled and lodge in the airways and deep in the lungs.
- Look for signs of mold on walls, everywhere, and especially on walls near stored hay.
- Look at floor mats: specifically, what is growing between and underneath them. Urine accumulation can make it really dangerous and gross. It's awful for horses and people. Stables don't have to be sterile, but they do need to be clean."
Hay & Bedding
Two ubiquitous stable elements, hay, and bedding are major contributors to equine asthma. Dr. Westergren "strongly advises" all her clients to get a Haygain High-Temperature Hay Steamer because it reduces up to 99% of the fine, respireable particles and kills fungi, bacteria, and yeast in the hay. Ample scientific studies demonstrate the benefits of killing fungi/mold.
"When it comes to preventative medicine, high-temperature steaming is something that speaks for itself over time," she continues. "That's why you don't see many Haygain Hay Steamers for sale second-hand. Once horse owners adopt it, they don't go back."
As for bedding, first, consider flooring that can be disinfected. ComfortStall Sealed Orthopedic Flooring, by Haygain, is an ideal option that comes with a built-in cushion so that bedding is only needed to absorb urine. Less bedding equals less respireable dust.
For what bedding is needed, wood shavings are good because they contain terpene, a natural anti-septic. Cardboard and paper shavings are cleaner options. Straw, however, can foster bacteria and fungal growth.
Beyond improving the air quality in the home barn, being mindful of equine asthma risks while away from home is equally important. Letting horses mingle with each other can transmit infectious respiratory diseases. Travel is prime time for inhaling harmful particles if horses have their nose tucked into unhygienic hay on the way.
Weather and genetic disposition are factors outside of the horse owner's control. But reducing respiratory risks in the horse's home and away environments can go a long way toward helping prevent Equine Asthma.
Article provided by Haygain, manufacturers of High-Temperature Hay Steamers, The Forager Slow Feeder, and ComfortStall Sealed Orthopedic Flooring. For more information, visit www.Haygain.us
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This article is designed to inform as well as to sell Haygain products. It is included here for its information, not to endorse or help sell Haygain products. |
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Click here for Show Results from the Pacific Northwest Morgan Horse Show August 26-29, 2021 in Spanaway WA
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AMHECT Sebring & Honstein Memorial Grants Available - Apply by November 1 |
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The application period for the 2022 AMHECT Sebring and Honstein Memorial Grants is now open! Applications will be accepted through November 1, 2021. These funds have been established to assist AMHA members with furthering their education and training.
Inquiries about grant applications or the grant process are handled by email only. Email execdir@morganhorse.com with any questions or comments.
Details, criteria, and applications for the grants may be found HERE.
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Information From the Horse Network |
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The war never ends.
Good vs. evil, life vs. death, sinner vs. saint, hero vs. villain, and damnation vs. redemption. But the universe is a dangerously chaotic and messy place with few hard-drawn lines, and where all sides battle to coexist in each place, each person, each chance, and each choice. That one choice can sometimes seem impossible. But even the impossible has a finish line.
To Live With Honor is the true story of Captain Tim Finley—told in his own words. The tragedies, the triumphs, the heroes, and the horses.
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5 Tips For Making The Barn A Safe Place |
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Preventing abuse can feel like a daunting and overwhelming task. But there are simple things everyone can do to make the barn a safe space for riders and trainers alike.
Think of the goal as threefold:
- You are preventing abuse.
- You are preventing someone from going astray, intentionally or inadvertently.
- And you protecting the sport and everyone in it.
Following are five policies that foster healthy and safe barn communities. (A complete list of U.S. Center for SafeSport requirements and recommended best practices are outlined in USEF Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies.)
Embrace the Rule of Three. Grooming happens most effectively one on one. The first step to protecting minor athletes is not putting them in a position that makes them vulnerable to exploitation. The “rule of three” is a simple requirement that stipulates there should always be another adult or two minors present during any interaction. It’s meant to prevent a minor from being alone with an adult; it also protects adults from false accusations.
Don’t transport minors alone. Recruit chaperones for overnight trips. If you’re working one on one, do it in an area where it can be clearly observed and interrupted.
Communicate transparently. In an office setting, it’s common practice to be cc’d in group emails. Apply the same standard in the barn workplace.
For parents, be on a three-way text chain with your child and their trainer and ask to be cc’d in all email communication. For trainers and barn staff, make a barn group chat on Whats App to communicate ride times, lesson schedules and barn news. Limiting private communication by text or phone goes a long way in protecting the reputation of the trainer and the safety of the athlete.
Educate and empower athletes. It's never the victim's job to prevent the abuse. Still, educating athletes about the dynamics of sexual exploitation and equipping them with the tools to intervene can make a world of difference. Teach athletes to trust their feelings and to say "I don't want that, don't do that” in response to any words or actions that make them feel uncomfortable. Empower them to speak up and check in regularly.
Enlist parents. Waivers are required paperwork in order to ride at most barns. Make a signed agreement for conduct, interaction and reporting rules as well. If, for example, an underage athlete is texting, communicating or meeting with the trainer after hours or out of program, require that it be reported and immediately follow up on those reports to correct potentially problematic behaviors before an issue arises. When you make enforcing the rules everyone’s job, you protect the mission, the trainer and the athlete.
Post conduct rules. Rules of conduct not only have to be mapped out, they must also be easy to understand and widely distributed. Just as helmet use and riding rules are often posted in the barn, your barn’s behavioral rules and code of conduct should also be prominently displayed to ensure that everyone is working from the same playbook. (The USEF Safe Sport Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies outline requirements for working with minor athletes. National Athletic Trainers’ Association Code of Ethics is another great example.) Empowered oversight is clear oversight. Make the rules clear-cut and visible.
Click the flyer above for more information
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October 23 - USDF Apprentice TD Clinic |
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The 2021 USDF Apprentice Technical Delegate Clinic will be held on Saturday, October 23rd from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time, and is an educational opportunity to introduce attendees to the role and function of a Dressage Technical Delegate. This will be a virtual clinic. Registration is available to anyone wishing to increase their education in regards to Dressage Technical Delegates, but is required as a prerequisite for anyone intending to enroll in a USEF Dressage Technical Delegate Training Program. While registration will be open to all, preference will be given to individuals intending to pursue licensure as a USEF Dressage Technical Delegate. Individuals wishing to attend who are not interested in pursuing licensure will be eligible to register after October 1st, space allowing.
Deadline to register is October 18. Register HERE.
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UPHA/AMHA Annual Conference |
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BID, BREED AND WIN - The Stallion Service Auction is Now LIVE! |
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The AMHECT/WMF Stallion Service Auction is now LIVE!
We have an outstanding roster of stallions.
Check out these amazing stallions HERE!
Each year, the AMHECT/WMF Stallion Service Auction helps make a difference for the Morgan breed. This program enables us to use more money for promotion, give more money back to the stallion owners AND to the winning foals, and award more money to the handlers of those winners. Bidding ends Saturday, October 16 at 3 PM Central time.
In addition, the first foal or foals of an actual service purchased at the AMHECT/WMF SSA to win a WMF Class World Championship will take home an additional $10,000 Auction Rewards Bonus!
(*) Please note: When you are bidding online, you need to place the next-available bid before setting your maximum bid. Otherwise, the system will immediately raise your bid to your maximum. Once you have placed your initial bid and, then set a maximum, the system will automatically raise your bid by $25 each time someone bids against you on the stallion service – until your maximum bid is reached.
If you do not have internet access, you may bid by telephone by calling Erica at (859) 298-3785 during regular AMHA Office hours of Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern time. If you must call outside of those hours, you may be directed to her voicemail. Please leave a message and your call will be returned.
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The Morgan Grand National Is On Now! |
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October 9-16, 2021
State Fair Park, Oklahoma City OK
Judge changes:
- Due to illness, Josh Noble will be replaced with Karen Homer Brown.
- Due to an unforeseen circumstance, Phil Price has been replaced by Sandy Sessink.
- The Dressage judges Anne Moss and Danielle Toscano were unable to attend this year's show. They are replaced with Jodi Ely and Karen Winn.
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This is the biggest show for the last ten years, and the committee worked long and hard to put this puzzle together! We are so excited to have such full barns, and if this trend continues, we may need to add stabling in Barn 9 next year.
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Good luck to everyone journeying to Nationals!
We will be cheering for you!
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Youth Of The Year Representatives From The Northwest! |
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Hear their words about why they are competing in the Youth of the Year
Challenge at Nationals!
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"Hello, my name is Allison Hall, I am 19 years old and I will be competing in this year's National Youth of the Year contest! I am currently attending Green River College, where I major in Forensic Science, while also obtaining a general Associate's degree. I ride and show in the Western Pleasure division with my Morgan mare Manchester Once N Again (Bailey) at Timbercreek Stables in Maple Valley, Washington under the guidance of my wonderful trainer, Linda Collins. Along with riding and showing Morgan horses, I am also the Vice President of the American Morgan Horse Association Youth Council and the Youth Liaison for the Morgan Horse Club of Washington State. In 2021, I won the Gladys Koehne Youth Inspirational Award through the Morgan Horse Club of Washington State. One thing that sets me apart is my genuine love for everything Morgan horses. When I am working on youth of the year, I not only memorize facts in exchange for ribbons, I memorize facts to use in my riding and general knowledge of horses. My goal is always to improve myself and my riding along with learn more about the Morgan horse. I would like to be selected as the outstanding Morgan Youth of the Year because I would like to show that hard work and passion can pay off. I would also like to win because I would love to run local youth of the year contests and help other youth compete at nationals. Thank you for this opportunity!" |
Cassidy Moore
C-Fair Morgan Regional
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Lucia Dixon
Oregon Morgan Classic
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"My name is Lulu Dizon and I am incredibly excited to be competing in this year's Youth of the Year contest. Some information about me is that I'm 16, I have an amazing family with one brother and one sister, I absolutely adore animals including my 6 pets, and I currently attend Del Oro High School as a junior. A unique aspect of Del Oro is that they had an Equestrian Team that I was a part of. Unfortunately due to covid the team doesn't exist anymore. I am still very active in the horse community, as I ride and work at Grand Finale Stables. My trainer, Megan Gallager, has really been a big part in the growth of my career in the Morgan Horse world. Because of her, and the continuous support from my family, I have been able to compete at many horse shows throughout the years. It is incredible to look back and remember the first schooling show I did on a little buckskin Morgan, to now 6 years later, and I am attending The Morgan Grand Nationals for the first time. Throughout those years I have been faced with challenges that have facilitated my learning and horsemanship skills. 5 years ago I was given my very first horse, Stanley. He is a stunning 16.1 hand bay Morgan and he is my whole world. He was an energetic, green five year old, and I was a novice 12 year old, with not even half the knowledge I have now. The beginning of our journey was tough, but we managed to grow and bond together into the great team we are now. Showing him this past year has been a dream and we have been doing considerably well at major shows such as: The Oregon Morgan Classic, The Morgan Medallion, and Springfest. The experience of the contest alone is going to be incredible, but I would love to be selected as the Youth of the Year because it is a really cool achievement that I could be proud of for the rest of my life." |
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My name is Cassidy Moore, and I qualified for GN Youth of the Year at C-Fair Morgan Regional. I have competed in the Jr. Invitational for 4 years and won two times in 2017 and 2018, as well as being the recipient of the Cecil E. Brown Sportsmanship Award in 2019. I am a recent owner of my own Morgan Horse, C-King Solar Flaire, and we plan to show next season in Dressage, Hunter Pleasure and Equitation, Sport Horse, and Showmanship. I’ve been riding practically since I was born, and I have always been in the Morgan Horse World. My mom rode Morgans and won the Youth of the Year contest before me. I would like to be selected as the Outstanding Morgan Youth of the Year 2021 because I have seen how many amazing opportunities it can give people and how life changing it can be to win. I would be so honored to be an ambassador for this amazing breed.
Good luck to all of you at Nationals!! We are very proud of you!
You represent the Northwest very well!
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Something new - If you are there, don't miss it!
Get your bids in!
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Click flyer to place a bid.
If you are not at OKC and you win, work with a friend who is there
to throw the pie.
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Be sure to stop by all the commercial exhibit areas and take a look at some of the great variety of merchandise offered. There is something for everyone, from art to fashion, gifts, jewelry and so much more. You will find the best equestrian products for every horseman's needs including custom riding apparel, tack, saddles, and so much more. Please support your 2021 commercial exhibitors by shopping with them. And, don't forget the free margarita party Thursday the 14th from 6 to 7:30 pm in the commercial exhibit aisles of the coliseum! Check out the photos below for just a tiny sampling of the goodies! |
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NEW! Breeders Award Program Established |
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AMHA is proud to recognize the time, effort, and cost that all Morgan horse breeders contribute towards perpetuating our beloved breed. To give additional recognition to this vital part of our industry, The AMHA Registry is launching the Inaugural Breeders Awards at the 2021 Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show®. The Breeders Award Program recognizes the breeders of Champions in designated classes. Breeders of those crowned Champions will receive a commemorative medallion designed by Maretta Kennedy which will be mailed the early part of 2022.
To see the 2021 designated classes, click HERE.
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Included in the next Sections:
Section 2:
Meet MHAO Members
Member News
Section 3:
MHAO Requests
Advertising Thru MHAO
Classified Ads
How to become an MHAO Member
Oregon Horse Council News
USEF News
AMHA News
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