Stable Sheet - january 2019
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Classified Ads
Be sure to let me know if your horse or item has sold!
T ake advantage of a special rate offered on these three mares!
Call Nancy Eidam for more information.

C ROWN ZODIAC (Minion Valentino x TMR Signature) is an 11 yr old dark rich bay 15.1 hand sharp eared mare who is a half sister to Minion Millenium. She was retained for the broodmare band but was never trained or bred. She has a terrific temperament, good thinker, and friendly. Would make outstanding Hunter Pleasure or Dressage prospect. Zoe has incredible extension and suspension at the trot. A powerful, cadenced mover.
CROWN DECORUM (Triflik Protocol x Mantic Corrine) 13yr old 14.3 hands rich red bay with three white socks and white strip on face. Cora was a phenomenal In-Hand winner as a weanling, yearling, and two-yr-old including Regional titles. She was also the Saddle Horse Report National Champion In Hand mare at two. This is a fancy, friendly mare that gets along well with people and other horses. She has had one foal, a talented bay colt. Cora had basic ground training when she was young. This is a sporty mare that could definitely be trained for the show ring or raise a sharp foal for you.

CROWN LEGACY (Crown Superlative x Equinox Georgette ) 9- yr-old 15 hand copper chestnut mare with some lighter shade in mane. Extremely nice head and eye with fine throat latch. This mare is very special to me as she was bottle raised (she prefers people and wants to be a lap dog) so she needs a special loving home with someone who wants that personal connection with a Morgan. She is not trained but would make an exquisite ladies or girls western pleasure show horse.
  Nancy Eidam - (541) 561-6644

ALSO OFFERED BY CROWN MORGANS

TREBLES TALQA (Tug Hill Whamunition x Liberation Leading Lady). Awesome delux pedigree Bay with white trim 2004 mare. Originally trained to ride and drive. Fabulous trot and lots of presence. She foaled an elegant, very refined, friendly colt that will definitely be a show stopper. Package deal at $5,000. or will sell separately.

CROWN MAGIC (Pardon My French x Mantic Catalina) Beautiful 16 yr old bay mare that has a pedigree that guarantees Morgan type. This has been one of my all time favorite production mares. She is extreme Morgan type, wonderful temperament, gentle, easy to foal, superb mother, and so easy to have around. She has had four outstanding winning bay colts. If you have always wanted to have that special beautiful faced typy baby, this mare is for you She could pay for herself with one foal. She comes with a future breeding to MSV Shooting Star ($1500. Value). Magic is priced at $4,500.

Crown Morgans, Nancy Eidam at (541) 561-6644
Morgan Wanted
MORGAN WANTED: EXPERIENCED OUTDOOR TRAIL HORSE BETWEEN 12 AND 16 YEARS OLD. Looking for a Gelding around 14.2 - 15 Hands. Prefer Bay, but experience is the most important. I am a member of OET and have lots of trail riding experience.
PLEASE CONTACT: MARIAN STULTZ, WILMAR MORGANS 
AT (503)458-6413

BIG, STOUT MORGAN MARE WANTED
I'm looking for a Morgan mare between 2 and 12 years of age. I would prefer a bay and I'm looking for a big mare. Ideally 16+ hands. I won't even consider a mare that is less than 15.3. I prefer a stocky built horse rather than a petite one. Please feel free to share my contact information with anyone who might be able to find a nice mare that matches the profile I'm looking for.
Please contact Cody via phone or text to (541) 576-4927 or via email to
Thanks, Cody
 
EXPERIENCED HORSE WOMAN IN SEARCH OF VERSATILE,
COWY MORGAN HORSE
One capable of going all day in the mountains, sure footed, level headed, suitable for a wide variety of riders. We would prefer a gelding around 7-14 years old. Needs to be located in the Pacific Northwest (Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Western Montana). Very loving, knowledgable home. Budget under $4500.
Please email Katie at russ7991@gmail.com   if you know of anything! Thanks!
Other Items
For Sale: Chavez show saddle package. Ready-for the show ring package - Used Dale Chavez dark oil show saddle with six corner plates. Like new condition, 16 1/2" seat, 26" skirt, quilted blue saddle cover, and matching dark leather cinch. The one-eared bridle and the breastplate have matching concho designs with the saddle. Dale Chavez barrel and ball romel reins with silver protectors. Purchased in OKC at the Morgan Grand National for Morgans. $4,200
Contact Brenda at gspcoats@msn.com   
Please note corrected email address.
 
For Sale: Breeding phantom, like new condition
   If you have a stallion and are shipping semen (or would like to), you may want to collect at your farm instead of having the expense of hauling him to a veterinarian or reproduction facility. This phantom was purchased in like new condition, and has never been used by us (maybe not by anyone), it has always been kept under cover and is in excellent condition. Check online for prices to buy a phantom and then what shipping would be. (They are heavy suckers!) $500 for this one, obo, and we will help load it into your pickup! Photos available upon request. 
Contact Shelley at 503-628-2575 or skedling@aol.com

For Sale: Show Curtains!
   These are lovely, prize-winning navy blue, with red border and gold trim stall curtains with valences, door curtains and stall sheets in great condition. Call for pictures. $500.     Contact:  sondjia@gmail.com   or call  360-825-5617 . 
 
Wanted: Trailer for pony. I am in need of a trailer for my pony, her blankets and tack! Spring is coming and I have saved cash for this perceived need. Kathy in Idaho at trailwagon@gmail.com  or  (509)954-9068
 
For Sale: Three-horse gooseneck with dressing
room/ sleeping area.     Hauls beautifully anywhere. 98 Merhow, 3 horse slant. Rear saddle racks, front sleeper. Don't need now. $8,000 firm.
     Contact Sondjia at  360-825-5617  or at  sondjia@gmail.com
 
For Sale: Show clothes, saddle, etc
Show clothes, lots of chaps, etc. for sale. Contact Sondjia for particulars.
Trophy saddle, western with silver, Arab tree, fits the Morgans! Lots of other tack too. Sondjia at  360-825-5617  or at  sondjia@gmail.com
 
For Sale: All aluminum Keifer Built Genesis X4 trailer
Warmblood size: room for carriage and team! Pictures/Ad on Craigslist: Portland area. $15,000 or best offer (Owner might carry).
Denise 503 610 1514 or email morganhorselady@gmail.com

Boretti hunt saddle, $100. Older saddle, I swear no one used it much by the way it looks. It was been taking up a spot in the tack room for several years. It is time for it to find a new home. 17 inch seat, 12 inch flap, medium tree. Borelli Argentina made. $100 or make me an offer. Good starter saddle.
Arlington, WA. 98223.
Sandra Nichols, Ensbrook Farm, (360) 435-2651, ensbrook1@gmail.com

For Sale: Fine Harness Buggy with cover in great shape and ready to go! It has been stored in a garage. It has full covers. The previous owner had Arabians. It is in great shape. It is a K bar M. $1000 or best offer.
      Contact me at  klhoover@comcast.net   or 360-435-4967

All ads need to be renewed for the Febuary Stable Sheet

The 2018 “Morgans for Sale” and
“Stallions at Stud” list is available!
This sheet includes many ads and should be a great resource for any of you looking for a Morgan, or looking to breed. A number of FREE Morgans were included. It is attached as a PDF file which you can download by clicking on the following link: CLICK HERE!

PLEASE pass this sales list on and/or make copies
to distribute anywhere appropriate.

It's That Time Again!
Get your ads in for the
" 2019 Sales Sheet"
Send to: SKEdling@aol.com

Shelley Bullard

To add to the classified list in the Stable Sheet or to remove a listing, contact Gay Adams - (503) 936-4276
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Oregon Horse Country
has changed its name to
Oregon Horse Council
Your support of OHC helps us stand up for equestrians and have a united voice when it matters!
MHAO is a member of the Oregon Horse Council

Our membership with OHC helps people find us.
OHC members are horse owners as well as businesses & associations
in Oregon that serve the Equine Industry.

Support this Group by becoming a member today!
Help preserve the equine way of life!

Amplifying the power of the Equine Industry in Oregon!
Contact Brandi Ebner for more information
Time to get your listing & ad
into the Oregon Horse Directory
Deadline: January 25, 2019
OHC is Offering A New Program
OHC Events
Please share this information with those you know who may be interested.
Save The Date
New Location, New Dates, New Design
2019 High Desert Horse Fest
Due to all the fires, re-scheduled For Spring 2019
in Support of the Southern Oregon Community
USEF
Get Up-To-Date On The
USEF Convention
Click the link below for all the detail on
Jan. 9-12

I will include a report and links to different
subjects in the February Stable Sheet.
Safe Sport Update
Very Important!
US Equestrian Announces New Safe Sport Training Requirements
On August 27, 2018, the US Equestrian Board of Directors approved a rule change requiring that effective January 1, 2019 , all US Equestrian (USEF) adult members with a Competing Membership must complete USEF’s Safe Sport Training in order to be eligible to participate in USEF activities. Members can immediately access the free Safe Sport Training directly through their member dashboard or can click here  to learn more.

We encourage members to complete the training as soon as possible. US Equestrian President Murray Kessler stated, “I am very proud of the work done in drafting this proposal and the Board of Directors which approved this critical rule designed to keep our children safe while they enjoy, excel, and advance in our sport.”

The rule has three main requirements. Sections 1 and 2 are already in effect and Section 3 has been added:
1. Every USEF member and Federation Participant* shall abide by USEF’s Safe Sport Policy and the U.S. Center for SafeSport Code of Conduct. *As described by the USEF Safe Sport Policy, a Federation Participant is any USEF member or non-member, who participates in, or attends a USEF-licensed competition or sanctioned event.
2. In order to comply with S. 534, the Protecting Young Victim’s from Sexual Abuse and Safe Sport Authorization Act of 2017, the USEF Safe Sport Policy, and the Center’s SafeSport Code of Conduct, every USEF adult member and USEF participant, with the exception of the victim, is required to report suspected sexual misconduct within 24 hours to the appropriate authorities and to the U.S. Center for SafeSport.
3. Beginning January 1, 2019, every USEF adult member with a Competing Membership must complete USEF’s Safe Sport Training, as approved by the U.S. Center for SafeSport (the Center).

A 30-day grace period to complete the awareness training will be provided to all members who renew or join on or after December 1, 2018. Members joining prior to December 1, 2018 will have until January 1, 2019 to complete the training. Those who do not complete the training within the grace period will be ineligible to participate in USEF activities, including competitions.

The Safe Sport Policy and the rules that govern it have been created to protect all athletes from misconduct within the sport. This new rule is consistent with our efforts to ensure the safety and welfare of equestrian participants, especially minors. Education and training everyone is crucial to protecting athletes and eradicating abuse in our sport.

Additional information and resources on Safe Sport, how to report sexual and non-sexual misconduct, access to a free training module for parents of equestrian athletes, a Safe Sport FAQ, the Safe Sport Sanction list and more can be found here .
Click here for more information
USEF Article
All Ears: Caring for Your Horse’s Ears
by Margaret Buranen
Photo: AdobeStock/Mark
Mother Nature designed horses’ ears to be pretty much self-cleaning. She worked on the principle of preventing a problem, rather than correcting it.
“In most situations, the normal amount of hair a horse has in its ears keeps debris out and the ears stay clean,” explained Dr. Nimet Browne of Hagyard Equine Medical Institute , in Lexington, Ky.

But if you do clean your horse’s ears, Browne recommends doing it “not more often than once a week. Use a damp [not dripping] towel, paper towel, or wash cloth. You can use witch hazel or warm water, but not alcohol—it can be irritating or drying.

“You don’t ever want to spray water or anything else into a horse’s ear,” she cautioned. “You definitely want to avoid pushing anything deep down into the ear canal.”

If hair falls down into the horse’s ear while he is being clipped, Browne says the horse should be able to get most of it out by shaking his head. You can use a damp towel to gently remove the rest of the hair.

For dirt around the outside of the ears or barely inside of them, Browne says that using any product made for dogs or cats, wiped on a cloth, should also be safe for a horse.

Infections and Growths
Ear infections can be frequent for dogs, cats, and small children, but, fortunately, they are “pretty uncommon” for horses, Browne said. However, horses can develop growths on their ears: sarcoids (usually benign skin tumors that can be invasive), tumors, and aural plaques that look like black or white cauliflower.

These growths can be painful, and they can cause an infection if the horse can’t clear his ears by shaking his head.

Physical signs of an infection include a discharge or foul odor coming from the ear. Indications from a horse’s behavior can also include shaking his head excessively, tilting his head, and shying away if he is touched near his ears.

An infection in the guttural pouches or inner ear may be indicated by a nasal discharge or swelling in the throatlatch area as well as a head tilt. If any of these signs appear, call your veterinarian, as they can be serious.

Seasonal Issues
Bites from flies and other insects also can result in infections. Browne notes that, although it hasn’t been proven, evidence suggests that aural plaques caused by the papilloma virus may be spread from horse to horse by blackflies. To help prevent this, she recommends using fly masks that cover the ears.

“If a fly mask gets wet or dirty, change it,” she said. “Take it off at least once a day to look at the horse’s eyes and ears.”

Another solution: fly spray. To apply it to a horse’s ears, spray it on a towel, then wipe the towel around the base of the ears, the external ear, and barely inside, Browne says.

It’s also important to check your horse’s ears regularly for ticks and ear mites, if you are in an area where these are a problem. Ear mites, in particular, can be so small they are hard to see, but typically a horse will be shaking his head to stop the itching they cause. Another sign: crusty scabs that ooze fluid.

“Ear mite bites can look very similar to fly bites,” Browne said.

Seasonal weather can cause problems for some horses’ ears;
white horses with pink skin can get sunburned around their ears, for example, although the upright position of the ears and the hair covering the outside surface usually protects the skin. Browne suggested applying a thin layer of children’s sunscreen on the upper inside of the ears if needed.

“In very cold weather, ears are predisposed to frostbite,” Browne added. Frostbitten skin looks very pale compared to surrounding normal skin. “I recommend bringing horses inside then, if possible. If that’s not possible, then providing some shelter they can get into [in the pasture] is a good idea. If the horse is wearing a blanket, add a head piece.”

Deafness: Rare but Possible
Deafness in horses is very uncommon, but it can result from some infections or toxicity from medications, and some can have a genetic predisposition for it.

“Splash paints—those with a lot of white on their faces and legs and on their bellies—and blue eyes are a color combination that may be deaf,” Browne explained.

Some horses are bothered by loud sounds, such as machinery or fireworks during Fourth of July celebrations. Browne suggested using ear plugs on these horses. If the owner knows ahead of time that a horse is very sensitive to loud noise, then it may be appropriate to seek a veterinarian’s advice on strategies for helping. Management techniques can also mitigate the problem.

“Have the horse where he feels more comfortable,” Browne suggested. “It might be in the barn, next to another horse. There’s less risk of horses hurting themselves inside the barn, but if he’s freaking out in the barn, put him in a small paddock next to another horse.”

As for noises during shows and competitions, Browne says ear plugs or bonnets to muffle sound are fine for horses to wear—just be sure that ear bonnets or ear plugs are allowed under the competition rules and understand any specifications that might apply. “Keep them clean and dry and remove them when they are not needed,” Browne said.

“Caring for your horse’s ears is usually a matter of ‘less is more,’” Browne advised. “Don’t force a horse to have his ears cleaned. Gentle handling is best. Desensitize the horse from an early age to clippers and having his ears touched. Check his ears daily and call your veterinarian if you see signs of a problem.”


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AMHA
Get Your Votes In!
Voting is open for the 2019 Election of AMHA Board of Directors. Electronic (e-mail) ballots and instructions were e-mailed to all eligible voters on December 21, 2018. In addition, hard copy ballots were mailed to all eligible voters on December 14, 2018. All 2018 AMHA members 18 years of age and older and in good standing are eligible to cast a vote. Paper ballots were mailed to the address you have on file with the AMHA office. Electronic ballots (in addition to the paper ballots) were e-mailed if the eligible voter had an e-mail on file with AMHA. You may vote either by using the paper ballot OR voting via the online voting portal.

If you did not receive an electronic ballot (in your inbox or junk mail) and you feel you are an eligible voter, please contact the office at info@morganhorse.com or call (802) 985-4944 and we can make arrangements to update your e-mail and/or have the election company resend your electronic ballot.

It is important to cast your vote! AMHA Bylaws require a minimum number of votes be returned in order to properly elect directors from each region. Even if a region has a single candidate – we MUST receive the minimum number of votes for the election to be approved. Please be sure to participate in this important governing process of your association.

Candidate biographies and platforms are available for review during the voting process online. You will be able to view each before casting your ballot. 

In addition to the director election, there are two bylaw amendments on the ballot so please review the voting materials carefully before casting your vote.

Online voting is open until 11:59 PM (Central Time) on February 7, 2019. Paper ballots must be postmarked no later than January 25 and received by tabulating agent no later than February 1. Votes can be cast in person or by proxy at the annual meeting and convention in San Antonio, Texas on Friday, February 8, 2019.

Questions regarding the election should be made to AMHA Executive Director, Carrie J. Mortensen at the AMHA office, (802) 985-4944, execdir@morganhorse.com . 

Thank you in advance for participating in the governance of your membership organization!
Time to Renew Your AMHA Membership




The 2019 AMHA Membership renewals were sent the middle of October.
You'll notice in the top-right hand corner your USEF number. If it is blank, please provide it for us! We are working with the United States Equestrian Federation to include AMHA information on their membership cards. We are pleased that by having both member numbers on one card, it will make it easier for show secretaries! If you do not have a card, USEF will provide one for you with a number.

U.S. Premium members receive added benefits, including a subscription to The Morgan Horse magazine and expedited registry services (if all paperwork is complete and proper fees are submitted). Premium members also will receive their "premium" stickers, to affix on the outside of your envelopes each time you submit registry transactions. This will allow you to use this valuable service all year long!

The quickest way to renew is to go online at www.morganhorse.com . Immediately after renewing, you will be able to print your membership card under the tab "My Account" and then accessing "Print My Membership Card." You will have immediate access to print and/or save a copy of your card. You can email a copy to your trainer or instructor and you'll be done!

As always, you can call the AMHA office at (802) 985-4944 and someone can renew your membership over the phone!
Honoree's At The Convention
The AMHA Awards Committee is pleased to announce the following individuals will be recognized at its Annual Convention, which will take place February 7-9, 2019 in San Antonio, Texas . 

Congratulations to all!

Inducted into AMHA's Hall of Fame is Steve Davis of Vermont.

The Breeders' Hall of Fame honors breeders who have produced Morgans that have had a significant impact on the breed. This year's honorees are Couser Creek Ranch in California, Whispering Hill Morgan Farm of Massachusetts, and HRH Stables of Pennsylvania will be entered in posthumously. 

The Person of the Year Award honors the individual who has made exceptional contributions to the support and preservation of the Morgan breed and/or AMHA. This year's honoree is John Lampropoulos of New Hampshire.

Inducted into the Show Horse Hall of Fame this year are Beamington , Dragonsmeade Icon , and Equinox Bossanova GCH .

Bob Kellert and Mary Cockriel of Colorado have been selected by their peers as the recipient of the Professional Horseman of the Year Award.

The Golden Reins Award is given to Morgan professionals who have had a 30-year career in training or instruction. Jeff Bessey of New York, John Hufferd of Indiana, Anne Judd of Florida, and Jim and Jenny Taylor of Ohio are this year's recipients.

Mallory Mignot of Oklahoma is the recipient of the Cecil Brown Memorial Sportsmanship Award for her exemplary sportsmanship in and out of the show ring. 

Gayle and Byron Singer of Arizona will be honored with the Dr. Albert Lucine Promoter Award for their many years of going above and beyond in breed promotion.

Alicia Owens of Pennsylvania will be honored for her breed promotion and outreach with the Young Person Award.

One Morgan will receive special recognition for his work with people with disabilities. This year's honoree is Clear Springs Beausoleil , a therapy horse at Furnace Brook Farm in Massachusetts.

Monica Hammond will receive the Morgan International Competition Award for her promotion of the breed in Australia.

Andy Illes of Massachusetts is the recipient of the 2018 Mabel Owen Media Award for her contributions to The Morgan Horse magazine and beyond.

The AMHA Annual Convention will take place February 7-9, 2019 at the Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa in San Antonio, Texas. For more information on room rates and Convention details, please go to AMHA Convention .
A Reminder:
Don't Forget About All the AMHA Programs
2018 Winners announced for the
New AMHA Star's Program
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The American Morgan Horse Association is pleased to announce the 2018 winners of the very first AMHA Star Awards!

This free program to AMHA members was created to increase participation at Morgan competitions, to provide an exciting venue for the awards presentation at the AMHA Convention, and to foster good will and sportsmanship!

Click here to read more & to see the list of winners!
AMHA 2018 Open Competition Winners
Announced!
AMHA congratulates all the 2018 High-Point Award Winners!

We appreciate that you and your Morgans are out there promoting our beloved breed. We hope that you and your Morgans continue to enjoy tremendous success together.

Beginning this year (2018), AMHA will recognize First Place through Sixth Place with both ribbons and certificates.

Click here to get the full scoop & to see the list of winners!
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AMHECT Awards 2019 Memorial Grants
The American Morgan Horse Educational Charitable Trust (AMHECT) is pleased to award four recipients with 2019 memorial grants in loving memory of Harry Sebring and Elberta Honstein.

The numerous applications always present a daunting challenge to the selection committee. The Morgan breed is very lucky to have so many young adults and youth members pursuing such a variety of programs and providing such extensive submissions for consideration.

Click here to read more
2019 AMHA Convention
February 6-9, 2019
The 2019 AMHA Convention is going to be a new kind of Convention! Slated to take place February 7-9 in San Antonio, Texas, at the Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa, the weekend begins Thursday with the AMHA Board of Directors meeting and Open session, followed by a two-hour discussion on the state of the Morgan industry and the USEF Safe Sport Act. A barn clinic will take place that afternoon at Diane and Murphy Lents' Twisted Rose Farm, followed by a barbeque dinner and dance on the premises. On Friday, Patrick Benson of "War Horses for Veterans" will give the keynote address followed by a private tour of Sea World! Friday evening will be "A Night Under the Stars," with the AMHECT/WMF Stallion Service Auction, and AMHA Star Award and Open Competition award presentations. Saturday includes seminars on equine feeding practices, Richard Sellman, horse chiropractics, and The Fetzer Face, culminating with the Awards Gala, honoring some of the year's top Morgan supporters.This is just a quick snapshot of what will be offered at this annual gathering of our Morgan family! To see a complete schedule of events, go to 2019 Convention Schedule of Events .

If you are considering attending the Convention, hotel rooms are going quickly! Reservation deadline has been extended to Thursday, January 17th . Mention American Morgan Horse Association Annual Convention 2019 to get our special room rate. Note, if you would like to extend your stay three days prior or post our event, please call the hotel directly to receive our special room rate. AMHA cannot guarantee availability of rooms. More information on the hotel can be found here .

You can find more information about the convention, including a registration form on the AMHA website at 2019 AMHA Annual Convention .

AMHECT/WMF Stallion Service Auction
Now Live & Open for Bidding!
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And the lineup of 2019 Morgan stallions generously donated by their owners is stunning; you'll find new prospects, returning stallions, and some world champions crowned at the 2018 Grand National!

 All proceeds from this auction will benefit the World Morgan Futurity, Regional Shows, and AMHA's Show Grant and Marketing Programs. This year's auction will begin online and the top ten bids will go to the live auction, to be held at the AMHA Convention, which will take place February 7-9 in San Antonio, Texas.

Click here for the listing of stallions donated and more information.
Safe Sport Seminar at AMHA Convention
We know you have questions and concerns. Be sure to attend the Safe Sport Seminar at the AMHA Annual Convention so you can receive the latest information and express your thoughts.

Following the Thursday morning AMHA Board of Directors meeting (which is open to all) on February 7, there will be an entire seminar session covering all things regarding Safe Sport. Moderators will include US Equestrian’s CEO, Bill Moroney and Safe Sport Program Coordinator, Teresa Roper. Following the Safe Sport Seminar, AMHA will move into an open forum session in a town hall type setting.

We look forward to hearing your suggestions and ideas.
Judges Announced for 2019 Grand National
The Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show® is pleased to announce verbal agreements with the following judges for 2019:

CLASSIC/PARK/PLEASURE
Michael Carpenter of Sutton, MA
Susi Rambler Day of Versailles, KY
Luman Wadhams of Warren, VT
John Warner of Upton, KY
HUNTER/WESTERN
Coby Holowacz of Hamden, NY
Melissa Moore of Versailles, KY
Cheri Barber of Reddick, FL
Christine Nava-Moulthrop of Kingston, MA
EQUITATION
Michael Craghead of Fresno, CA
Bret Day of Versailles, KY
Lisa Hillmer of Kearney, MO
Terry Jones Brennan of Hollister, CA
Sheri Odom of Lake Havasu City, AZ

Plans are underway for another great show in Oklahoma City showcasing some of the greatest Morgans in the world.
Competition begins Saturday, October 12 with three shows daily through Saturday, October 19.
Show times will be at 9 a.m., 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. each day.
For more information on the 2019 horse show, go to www.morgangrandnational.com.
Other Headlines:
AMHA Board Of Directors
Eastern Region
Steven Handy

Kate Kirsch

C. A. "Tony" Lee
Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, South America, Europe, Africa
Central Region
P Vicki Bennett

Kris Breyer

Harlan Grunden
Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wisconsin, Central America, all U.S. Territories, and remainder of North American except Canada
Western Region
Carol Fletcher

Mari Sanderson

Terri Sturm
Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, Asia, Australia, Antarctica, Canada, New Zealand
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American Morgan Horse Association
4066 Shelburne Rd.
Suite 5
Shelburne, VT 05482
(802) 985-4944
Updates to AMHA Board and Standing Committee Minutes
The approved meeting minutes from the AMHA Board of Directors meetings and the AMHA Standing Committees (Finance, Registry, and Bylaws) have been updated to the "Members Only" side of www.morganhorse.com and can be found here: https://www.morganhorse.com/members/minutes .

Meeting minutes are posted to the website once they are officially approved by the Board of Directors.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact the office during working hours of Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time.
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Activity Calendars & MHAO Board Info
Northwest Horse Show Dates
Other Dates
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Gay Adams, Acting Editor | Morgan Horse Association of Oregon
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