Okan Empress at 3 days old (Okan Count on Me X Okan Sarah)
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MHAO Offers Several Opportunities to Advertise to Members & The Morgan Community
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Put your ad in the Stable Sheet!
MHAO encourages inner trade between members.
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Such a bargain!
Per Issue:
Full Page - $25
Half Page - $15
Fourth Page - $10
Business Card - $10 per year (12 issues)
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Classified Ads
In The
Stable Sheet
& on the MHAO
Website are Free!
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Advertise anything horse related:
horses for sale or lease - tack for sale - equipment - horses -
items wanted, stallion service ads, etc.
Send your ad for the Stable Sheet to Gay Adams anytime
Questions: call (503) 936-4276
Send your ad for the MHAO Website to Dallas Bolen
Questions: call (541) 571-8274
Get Your Free Classified Ad In
NOW!!!
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Please let me know if your ad is no longer active!
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Questions or requests: Contact Shelley Bullard
Thank you for all your work on this Shelley!
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Stable Sheet Ads For 2019
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2019 CROWN MORGANS REDUCTION SALE LIST
Asking prices: Yearlings at $4500. Two-Yr-Olds at $5000. All are in the MHAO Futurity. For more info call Nancy Eidam, 541-561-6644
YEARLINGS:
Crown Coco Chane
l (flashy chestnut filly with white trim). Crown Superlative x MCM Coco Bella. Description: Nellie is bold, super friendly, adorable, thinks she is Queen of the world, already a show ring snob attitude, likes being the center of attention. If you want a show ring winner and then a super future broodmare, Nellie is a sure fire prospect.
Crown N Command
(dark rich bay colt with a tiny narrow strip star) Crown Superlative X Trebles Talqa by Tug Hill Whamunition. Description: Andy is a people lover that is the first to greet you. He has a saucy, airy, bouncey, tail flagging, high headed presence. This stylish colt is very typy and could be a future prospect for English-Classic ride or drive. His wonderful temperament makes him ideal for a family or amateur.
TWO-YR-OLDS:
Crown Coquette
(rich red bay filly). MSV Shooting Star x Crown Tres Chic by Tres Bien. Description: Cookie is feminine with a beautiful head, is a good mover & is very, very typy. She has a “Jeanne Mellin” look and presence. In-Hand and performance prospect. Unmistakably Morgan!
Crown Corbella
(Solid BLACK filly) Crown Superlative x ManticBella Rena by HVK Bell Flaire. Description: Big, black, bold and beautiful. Corlie is extremely intelligent and is talented enough to be versatile in many disciplines. She is fearless and very curious about everything. Her excellent pedigree definitely makes her a good future broodmare. Corlie will be a standout and eye catcher.
Welcoming calls on any of these as well as inquiries on several others not listed. I will happily return calls Just leave your name and phone number.
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Looking for a Morgan Gelding or Mare
- Good mind and sound a must.
Prefer 5 - 10 years old, and 15.1hh to 15.3hh. Sport/western type for endurance. Started with walk/trot/canter; but, green okay as long as no stupid stuff. Maximum budget $6,000 - wouldn't mind less!
Help needed to find this couple the perfect Morgan trail horse!
"My wife is looking for a good Morgan trial horse. We are an older couple and need a calm well trained horse that will stand still while mounting and is easy to handle. Must trailer, clip, bath and go through water and other obstacles. Please send out the word :)"
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Please help me keep this list current.
New ads welcome!
Let me know if an ad should be removed or changed.
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For Sale: Cancer forces sale of Trailer, Mare, Tack and Blankets.
Most items have been sold. Here is what is left:
Cashel raised pad in black, brown and cream for $50
Bobby's hunt bridle with nice copper rolled D ring snaffle and two sets of reins, $200
Hunt bridle never on a horse, $50,
Plaited round reins that match above bridle, $100.
I also have a training reins set for instructors, adult M gloves (that velcro to the reins) and child's L gloves that velcro to the leather and velcro reins with colors as markers, the brand is Correct Connect. #reinsteachingriders and #staynconnected by Olympian rider Jill Henneberg. (I paid too much for them $199 and shipping.) Will sell for best offer.
For Sale: Western show saddle.
Like new. 15". Dark oil finish. Photos available upon request. $500
For Sale: 16" Circle Y western saddle, breast collar & bridle.
Mahogany stain with plenty of silver. Essentially new, only used at a couple of shows, always stored in climate controlled tack room.. Padded & zippered travel storage bag included. Located in eastern WA. $1,000 + $50 shipping. Contact Liz at
lizgoldmann@gmail.com
For Sale: Julie Goodnight Wind River Saddle.
Gorgeous, VERY comfortable western saddle suitable for multiple disciplines. 16” seat, wide Flex 2 tree, mahogany color, 26” skirt length, lightweight. Like new, perfect condition. Price includes matching pad. Asking $1950. Contact Nancy for more info.
nannet825@gmail.com
or text or call 503-569-1225
For Sale: Lots of Tack!
Two very nice driving bits. One 5” and one 5-1/2 “. Both are flexible mouth butterfly with curb chain, low port, copper pieces. I think these are stainless steel. I am no longer driving . $30 each.
Also very nice leather driving reins, 12'5”. Excellent condition. $50
Several other bits: copper mouth 4-1/2” loose ring snaffle; french link snaffle, loose rings, 5-1/2” Korsteel: Driving snaffle, 5”: D ring snaffle 5” Korsteel. Also I think these are trace extenders, all leather, older, plus two additional straps.
Consider offers on most of these items. Please check the pictures and ask questions. Hopefully someone can use them. All in very good condition. I can ship any one of these in a flat rate padded envelope for $7.
safrot@hotmail.com
For Sale: 20.5 inch Crosby cutback saddle.
In great condition. Adjustable bars. $500 plus shipping. Contact Dallas Bolen, Hermiston, OR 541-571-8274 or
dmclarney@hotmail.com
For Sale: 16 inch Champion Turf western saddle
Excellent quality, stamped an 804 model and has a 28 inch skirt length. $700 plus shipping. Contact Dallas Bolen,
dmclarney@hotmail.com
OR 541-571-8274 Hermiston, OR
Wanted: Training harness/cart to buy or borrow
I was searching online to see if I could find a reasonably priced cob harness and training cart to use with Luka while he rehabs from a minor suspensory injury. Does anyone have something for sale or a set they wouldn't mind lending out for light occasional use for a couple of months until he is fully back under saddle. Thanks. Ami
onlinestuff98@gmail.com
For Sale: Great horse books for training, breeding, etc.
A great old collection of horse books relating to driving training, Morgan Horses, and breeding. All or individually. Condition is good but let me know if you have questions. I have not priced them so just make an offer or ask a question.
safrot@hotmail.com
The Morgan Horse in Pictures by Margaret Cabell Self (1967 hardcover)
Morgan Horses by Peggy Jett Pittenger (1974) hardcover
The Morgan Horse (1937) pamphlet by Morgan Horse Club, Inc.
Blackjack by Ellen Feld (new – paperback) 2001
The Morgan Horse by Jeanne Mellin 1961 (paperback)
The Morgan Horse Handbook by Jeanne Mellin (1973) hardcover
The Draft Horse Primer by Maurice Telleen 1977 hardcover
Blessed are the Brood Mares (1978) hardcover (new)
Breeding Management and Foal Development (1982) hardcover
The Merck Veterinary Manual 4th edition (hardcover) 1975
Mares, foals and foaling, Handbook for the small breeder 1974 paperback
London
Breaking and training the driving horse by Doris Ganton 1972 small
paperback
Breaking and training the driving horse by Doris Ganton, 1984 large
paperback
Centered Riding – 1985 Sarah Swift hardcover
Driven Dressage with the Single Horse, by Sandy Rabinowitz 1989
paperback ADS book
For Sale: Pacific Carriage Co. convertible wagonette/marathon carriage
For single large pony/cob/small horse CDE. Had post-production factory-added extra stabilizing system on rear axle installed before PCC shut their doors. Air-ride and spring suspension. Used only twice since I've had it, completely rebuilt brake system, including custom-milled brake rotors - you should never have to deal with this again! Burgundy with black and gold pinstripe. For presentation, leave wagonette seats on rear, and replace marathon bars/dash with patent leather dash & whip holder. For marathon, remove seats from back & replace with bars shown, snap on dash cover w/plastic sheet holder. Shafts are removable for travel/storage. With cover. Photos/measurements upon request. $4500 in Roseburg, OR; contact Megan Packham
MorganVetMegan@gmail.com
For Sale: Comfy-Fit harness -
Cob size in black, with custom BRASS hardware to match above carriage. Patent everywhere, removable teardrops for the dressage, deeply-shaped breastcollar for comfort, treated leather lining, quick-release shaft loops. Used once for a wedding, like new condition - looks GREAT with the Pacific Carriage Wagonette above! Photos/measurements upon request. $875 in Roseburg, OR; contact Megan Packham
MorganVetMegan@gmail.com
For Sale: Road cart -
Cob/large pony/small horse size in lacquered natural wood with turquoise-painted metal & pinstripes. Lots of compliments every time we had it out! Added brass whip holder to dash, but easy to change out if you prefer silver fittings. Comes with custom rubber hub covers for cushion during transport and custom-matched touch-up paint. Photos/measurements upon request. $1500 in Roseburg, OR; contact Megan Packham
MorganVetMegan@gmail.com
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How To Become a Member
of MHAO
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1) Fill Out a Membership Application And pay the appropriate dues
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Individual Membership - $30
1 vote in a club election
Family Membership - $35
2 votes in a club election
All family members at the same address
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2) If you are not an MHAO member & you buy a Morgan Horse from a
member of MHAO, just fill out a Membership Application!
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Ultra's Tea Party with Gloria James
Photo by Becky Palmer
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If you purchase a Morgan horse from an MHAO member
, you are eligible for a free membership for the year of the purchase. After that year we hope we have earned your support and you will renew your membership.
Fill out a membership form.
In the payment section of the form, enter that you recently purchased your horse and who from. Mail or scan the completed form to our Membership Chair, Kathy Christensen.
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If you have questions or need assistance,
contact Kathy Christensen, Membership Chair
Kathy's mailing address is on the form
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An Invitation To Get Involved With MHAO
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Share your Voice
Support your Club
Help The Continuation of the Morgan Breed & Be An
Active Part of the Morgan Community.
Interested?
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1 Board Position is Open
NOTE:
I received an inquiry about being on our Board
1 to 1.5 years ago, but have lost the name & #.
If it was you, please call me again.
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Stable Sheet Editor &
Reporters Wanted
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Help Us Collect & Spread The News
Can you help?
The more reporters we have the better.
Contact Gay Adams (503) 936-4276
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Your support of OHC helps us stand up for equestrians and to
have a united voice when it matters!
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MHAO is a member of the Oregon Horse Council
Our membership with OHC helps people find us, & gives us discounts on many OHC events.
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
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The Oregon Horse Council joins other organizations in supporting our National Trail System.
Click here
to see the letter that was sent to the Federal House Appropriations Committee.
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OHC is Offering A New Program
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GET OUT & RIDE
Did you enroll yet?
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The Get Out and Ride OREGON Program (GOROP) was created to encourage equestrians to enjoy their horses in a non-competitive way. OHC acknowledges and awards riders at benchmarks of ride time. Our program is open to anyone who lives in Oregon and has access to riding a horse – we encourage everyone to participate!
HOW IT WORKS: Participants must register online (or by paper form) and pay an annual fee, which allows you to accumulate hours for 365 days. You may join the program at any time, however hours only count that are accrued after joining. Logs may be turned in anytime an achievement level is reached. Our office will keep record of your hours.
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Please share this information with those you know
who may be interested.
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Technical Large Animal
Emergency Rescue Seminars
16 CE Credit
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Register early!
These Courses Have Limited Enrollment
And Fill To Capacity.
Information About The Course Below
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US Equestrian Lettering Program
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You don’t have to be a record setting quarterback, point guard or track star to letter in junior high or high school sports anymore. The US Equestrian is writing a new chapter in the recognition of student athletes – one that honors equestrians.
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Expressions of Interest Now Open for 2020, 2021, and 2022 FEI North American Youth Championships
From the US Equestrian Communications Department
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Lexington, Ky
. – The US Equestrian Federation (US Equestrian) is accepting
Expressions of Interest
(EOI) for the 2020, 2021, and 2022 FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC) for Dressage and Jumping, in addition to a Team Championship held at the FEI levels for Juniors and Young Riders for Eventing. US Equestrian must receive EOIs on or before Friday, May 31, 2019, by 5 p.m. EDT for consideration.
US Equestrian will accept EOIs from event organizers to host one individual discipline championship, a combination of discipline championships, or a full combined championship with all three disciplines. US Equestrian has the discretion to award NAYC for single or multiple years. The FEI has final approval on the allocation of the NAYC for Jumping and Dressage competitions. US Equestrian may give preference to submitted applications offering multiple discipline championships. While keeping all the disciplines together is preferred, US Equestrian will consider each application on its merits.
The purpose of conducting a host site bid selection process is to provide US Equestrian with a group of potential venues from which to choose a facility that offers the appropriate amenities worthy of hosting the FEI NAYC for Dressage, Jumping, and an Eventing Junior and Young Rider Team Championship.
For more information about the discipline specific requirements, please visit
USequestrian.org
. Submitted EOIs are not a legally binding document and do not create any legal obligations between US Equestrian and the Organizer. US Equestrian is not responsible for undelivered applications.
For Eventing - Shealagh Costello, Director of Eventing National Programs, at
scostello@usef.org
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For Jumping - Jennifer Haydon, Director of Jumping National Programs, at
jhaydon@usef.org
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United States Dressage Federation
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USDF Launches New Publication Website: YourDressage
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The United States Dressage Federation™ (USDF) is excited to announce the launch of its new publication website, YourDressage. YourDressage features unique content, videos, photo galleries, submitted editorial from USDF Group Member Organizations, and much more. In addition to stories and editorial, YourDressage will also feature daily and weekly highlights, such as our Tip Tuesdays, weekly polls, and Words of the Week, as well as other 'Quick Read' options.
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https://www.usdf.org/press/news/view-news.asp?news=914
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Learn About The
Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event Cross-Country Course with Mick Costello
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Watch as Mick Costello, course builder for the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Mars Equestrian, discusses the many aspects of planning that go into the construction of the famous cross-country course for this annual international event at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington. This video is brought to you by
Mirimichi Green
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Take a look at all the wonderful educational videos
and articles that USEF has to offer!
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Equine Transaction Packet
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Buying or leasing a horse can be an exciting time in any equestrian’s career. This is a major decision that should not be taken lightly, regardless of whether this is your first horse or you own a successful farm with hundreds of horses. Navigating the process of buying or leasing a horse may seem confusing and overwhelming to even the most experienced of equestrians. US Equestrian’s new equine transaction packet is designed to provide those involved in this process with some helpful discussion points and frequent obstacles to be aware of when buying or leasing a horse.
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U.S. Center for SafeSport Updates Code Effective April 15, 2019
On Monday, April 15, changes and updates to the U.S. Center for SafeSport's Code went into effect. Compliance with all changes to the SafeSport Code are effective immediately. The updated SafeSport Code can be found
here
.
All US Equestrian members and staff are required to abide by the SafeSport Code and the
USEF Safe Sport Policy
.
For questions on changes to the U.S. Center for SafeSport's Code, contact
Dennis Evans
or
Michael Henry
at the U.S. Center for SafeSport.
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Memorial Scholarship Named
For Alex Mooney
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The show committee for the Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show® is pleased to announce that a $5,000 annual memorial scholarship fund has been created in Alex Mooney's name for undergraduate academic scholarships and/or professional development.
Application deadline is June 30, 2019.
Recipients will be notified by September 1, 2019 and the award(s) will be announced at the 2019 Grand National.
The applicants' undergraduate academic scholarships must have or have had involvement with the Morgan horse. Extra consideration will be given to those who support Cystic Fibrosis research, families, and patients and/or those who demonstrate community service on behalf of Cystic Fibrosis. The awards will be given to students entering or currently enrolled in accredited colleges, universities, community colleges, trade, or technical schools. Those who wish to donate to this fund may send checks to GNWCMHS (FBO ALEX MOONEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP in the memo line). Send to Kelly McFaul, 206 S. Lark Lane, Wichita, Kansas 67209.
Alex Mooney passed away on April 2 at the age of 26. She fought her battle with Cystic Fibrosis head on and never with a complaint. Her love for the Morgan horse and all the people in that community was legendary and in return she received so much love. The Grand National committee wants to pay it forward with the creation of this special scholarship for youth.
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Safe Sport and AMHA Star Rated Shows
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AMHA Star Rated show competitors do not need to be USEF members and will not be checked to see if they've completed the USEF Safe Sport Training. However, AMHA Star Rated Shows are responsible for enforcing all Safe Sport suspensions.
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Any questions about this can be directed to AMHA Executive Director,
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Is Your AMHA Membership Current?
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Show season will be here before you know it! Have you remembered to renew your AMHA membership?
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Renew today so you don’t miss out on some of these great benefits:
-- Morgan competition privileges-- Reduced registry transaction fees for Standard and Premium members
-- Online registry access for our Standard and Premium Members. Look up horses pedigrees, show results, ownership histories in real time!
-- AMHA Program participation
-- Reduced member rate for The Morgan Horse magazine
The easiest and quickest way to renew your membership is at
www.morganhorse.com
. If you haven't logged on to the AMHA website since August, you now have a new username and password. And that's easy to remember—use your membership number as BOTH your log-in and your password. Once you are logged in, you can update or change this if you desire.
Want to renew over the phone? Call (802) 985-4944 and someone can help you. Best of all, your membership will be processed that day, so you won't miss any of your benefits!
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Updated Bylaws Posted Online
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The updated and valid bylaws currently are posted online
here
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Any questions pertaining to the AMHA Bylaws can be directed to
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A Reminder:
Don't Forget About All the AMHA Programs
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Spring Is Here
Now is the perfect time of year to get outdoors, saddle up, and ride your Morgan! And if you enroll in AMHA's My Morgan and Me program, you're also eligible for awards, just for spending time in the saddle!
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It's Calendar Time Again!
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Step up if you would like to purchase a month for your farm, show, or Morgan horse in the 2020 AMHA calendar! Eleven monthly pages will be sold on a first come, first served basis, with one month selected by submission!
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Rule Forums at AMHA Regional Shows
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There will be rule forums scheduled at each of the AMHA Regional Horse Shows to review the pending US Equestrian rule proposals that would establish a Morgan Ranch horse section within the Morgan Division rules.
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AMHA Expands Distance Championship Options for 2019
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AMHA would like to announce that the options for Endurance Riders at the 2019 National Distance Championship being held October 25-27 in Vinita, Oklahoma, have expanded!
(Photo © Kristen Warning)
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AMHA Annual Report
Now Available
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The AMHA Board, after much discussion and sadness decided to cancel the 2021 convention. The convention in San Antonio brought only 130 participants. Though claimed by many to be one of the best conventions in many a year, the numbers did not match that conviction. The board felt it was financially not in the best interests of AMHA to continue with a yearly or biannual convention of our own. Next year we will be partnering with the UPHA convention in Lexington, Kentucky, and a 2021 gathering is a work in progress.
Mari Sanderson
AMHA President/Western Region AMHA Director
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2019 AMHA Open Competition
Guidelines Now Available
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Guidelines for AMHA's Open Competition Program for the 2019 season are now available and can be found
here
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For more information on this program, contact Kristen Kelly at
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Star Rated Ranch Competition Coming to Montana
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Calling all ranch horse competition enthusiasts! You're invited to the first ever
AMHA Star Rated Morgan Ranch Horse Competition at the All-Breed Ranch Horse Challenge, June 8-9 2019, in Billings, Montana.
The competition will take place at the
Billings Metra Park Super Barn
. Cattle classes are available.
This is a wonderful opportunity to compete and watch a variety of ranch horse classes. Awards include the Morgan Ranch Horse Network Award as well as Star Award Points.
Come join the fun!
For more information contact Kristen Cesnik,
Cesnik Stables/Diamond C Bar Ranch
at (406) 690-1237.
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Maretta Kennedy Selected as 2019 Grand National Program Artist
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Equine artist and sculptor Maretta Kennedy has been selected to create the program cover for the 2019 Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show®.A longtime Morgan owner and enthusiast, Maretta is an award-winning artist and is best known for her bronze sculptures, from small scale to monumental. Many beloved Morgans have been immortalized by her in bronze.
“I am so excited and honored to have been chosen to create the artwork for this year’s Morgan Grand National program cover," Maretta said. "I can’t wait for the show!”
But wait! While Maretta is doing the cover, that's not the only thing she is working on for the show! There are more exciting things to reveal in the coming weeks! Stay tuned!
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2018 AMHA Board Of Directors
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Steven Handy
Kate Kirsch
C. A. "Tony" Lee
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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
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P Vicki Bennett
Kris Breyer
Harlan Grunden
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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
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Carol Fletcher
Mari Sanderson
Terri Sturm
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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
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AMHA Board Meeting Update
From Carol Fletcher
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Spring has sprung in the Pacific Northwest! You know beautiful spring flowers and shedding hair EVERYWHERE! I am sure all of your shedding blades are out in full force! I know some of you are dealing with flooding. Take care and stay safe.
I just returned from our second quarter board meeting in Portland Maine. We had a great meeting and the highlight was going to Pineland Farms and seeing the new site of the Morgan Horse Museum. AMAZING, is an understatement of how perfect this spot is for our museum. The museum pieces are perfectly showcased. Rick Lane is there with live beautiful Morgans for everyone to see, including “Nelson,” who is the official Morgan greeter. And he is perfect for the job.
I wanted to update everyone on the Western Regions two regional horse shows.
C-Fair Charity Morgan Regional and Open Horse Show,
August 1-4, 2019 in Monroe, Washington, and
Morgan Medallion
has moved venues and dates. They have moved to South Point in Las Vegas and changed the dates to July 18-21, 2019. Let’s make sure we all support our Regional horse shows!!
As you all know our world is a little darker. On April 2 we have lost Alex Mooney. She was everyone’s daughter, granddaughter, sister, and friend. She was the most amazing and strong I have ever known. She had tremendous courage and was such a ray of sunshine. She inspired all of us to be better and her positive attitude was infectious. She taught all of us how to LIVE! The show committee for the Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show® is pleased to announce that a $5,000 annual memorial scholarship has been created in Alex Mooney's name. Details will be forthcoming.
Above are the highlights of our meeting.
Carol Fletcher
AMHA Western Region Director
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AMHA Board of Directors
2nd Quarter Meeting Minutes
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Below you will find highlights from the AMHA Board of Directors Second Quarter Meeting, which took place April 6, 2019, in Portland, Maine during. Following the Board highlights are the individual or combined “Regional Reports” from your directors.
Second Quarter Board Meeting Highlights
Bylaws:
Carol Fletcher, Committee Chair, reported on the recent activities of the Bylaws Committee. The Committee presented phase two of the Standard Operating Procedures project (SOP’s). A redline of the 2019 Directors’ guide that incorporated Standard Operating Procedures A1, A6, A7, A9, A11, A25, A34 and A36 was approved allowing the elimination of those SOPs since they are now listed within this AMHA document. In addition, it was determined that adherence to the Safe Sport policy would also added to the text of the Directors Guide. The Committee continues to review proper text to address attendance of directors at board meetings. The SOP project will continue at the next Bylaws Committee meeting with the continuing evaluation of the remaining SOPs.
Registry:
Committee Chair, C.A. Lee, III, gave the Registry report that included registry statistics that were on par at the same pace compared to 2018. The Registry Committee further reviewed Rule 3H regarding the number of name changes allowed per horse and decided to leave as currently written. The Broodmare Hall of Fame program was discussed and it was determined that the designation would be included on the online registry but would not be included on the actual registration certificate at this time due to the cost of software fees involved. Certificates will be issued to the 63 original BHOF designees as well as future achievers.
Finance Report:
Vice President of Finance, Kate Kirsch provided the Finance Report. After the final audit by McSoley McCoy and Company, a surplus of $77,546.87 was recorded (much higher than the projected surplus of $15,000). It was noted that $42,000 of this surplus was already placed in the Rainy Day Fund as repayment toward the original Protech software loan. The Board determined that the remaining surplus be placed in the Rainy Day Fund in anticipation of replacing the computer server and possibly the phone system in the near future. The convention reported a profit of $3,671.47 and the AMHECT/WMF Stallion Service Auction reported a net profit of $42,126.87. Fund balances and year to date financials were also reviewed. The Finance Committee was tasked with reviewing the current compensation structure including benefits for AMHA employees in order to determine if it is in line, below, or above other similar sized organizations.
Central Region Meeting:
Per the request of members at the 2019 Annual Meeting of the Members held on February 8 in San Antonio, the Board began planning a meeting of the Central Region members for the purpose of removing director Vicki Bennett from her position. However, the quote received from Survey and Ballot Systems (tabulating company) outlined a total cost of nearly $15,000. Due to the extreme cost of such an endeavor, the Board felt it was their fiduciary responsibility to cease planning of such a meeting. A letter explaining their reasoning will be mailed to all central region members shortly.
Meetings and Conventions:
Lengthy discussion was held after reviewing extensive data and evaluating risk factors associated with the planning and hosting of the annual meeting/convention. At this time, the Board did not feel the financial risk of proceeding with the 2021 Convention in Las Vegas was something they could responsibly accept. Alternate options are being considered and more information will be provided as it is available. In addition, much thought was given to the current practice of hosting four “live” board meetings. Many have reported it as being a barrier to running for a regional director position due to cost, time away, limited vacation available, etc. Options to eliminate at least one of the live meetings were discussed and the appropriate committee has been tasked with planning the 2020 meetings accordingly.
Home Office:
Executive Director Carrie Mortensen reported that the home office has been very busy since the last report at the Annual Meeting. Two Youth Consultants (Joyce Ackerman-Burroughs and Nicole Scovotti) have been retained to handle the AMHA Youth Programs and AMHA YOY Program respectively. Janet West (Registry) and Jennifer Whitecrane (Accounting) have moved on to other career opportunities. AMHA welcomed back Julie Dickie to the Registry Department and Carlson Management Consulting will be handling AMHA’s accounting services. Leadership attended the USEF Affiliate retreat in March and continues to participate in the Joint Leadership Council. Stephen Kinney, Editor of
The Morgan Horse
magazine was on hand to update the Board on the successful results of the Jan/Feb issue and discuss upcoming goals of the magazine.
AMHECT:
The American Morgan Horse Educational Charitable Trust (AMHECT) held their First Quarter meeting and the Board is currently comprised of the following trustees: Mike Goebig (President), Carol Fletcher, C.A. Lee, III, Mari Sanderson, Terri Sturm, Steven Handy, Meredithe Bodnar, Teri Rumens, and Lyn Estell. The Trustees approved $2,106.34 (5 percent of 2019 Stallion Service Auction proceeds) to be used for 2019 Show Grants. They also approved $6,319.03 (15 percent) to be used for Regional Show support (plaques and other monetary support). 40 percent was incorporated into the World Morgan Futurity fund, leaving 40 percent for Marketing endeavors to be reviewed throughout the coming year. The 2018 AMHECT audit is currently underway under the direction of McSoley McCoy and Company and is expected to be completed by the end of May.
National Museum of the Morgan Horse:
There has been a whirlwind of activity since the board’s February approval to host an exhibit of the National Museum of the Morgan Horse at Pineland Farms in New Gloucester, Maine. The Board got a sneak peek of the exhibit which is well underway. The final touches are still being completed and we hope to announce an official ribbon cutting toward the end of this summer! Read more about the exhibit in the individual “director” reports that follow below.
USEF Rule Forums:
There will be rule forums at the Regional Horse Shows this year as proposals were submitted in time to USEF. The rule changes being proposed pertain to the addition of a Ranch Horse section into the Morgan Division rules of the USEF rulebook.
Lease Review Committee:
Committee Chair, Terri Sturm, reported that she and President Mari Sanderson had met earlier in the week with the current landlord (Redstone) as well as a local Vermont realtor to begin researching options available once the current office lease expires in July 2020. The lease review committee is scheduled to meet in May to discuss further options.
Morgan Medallion Regional Horse Show:
The Board approved the change of date and venue for the Morgan Medallion Regional Horse Show which will now be held at South Point in Las Vegas, NV July 18-21.
Call for Candidates for AMHA Board of Directors:
Remember that nomination forms are available (as of April 1) for those members that may be interested in running for the AMHA Board of Directors. Contact the Executive Director at the AMHA office to obtain the packet of materials via e-mail at
execdir@morganhorse.com
. Nomination forms are due Oct. 1, 2019.
Quarterly Board Meetings:
The remaining live quarterly meetings are scheduled as follows:
Third Quarter: Sept. 5-7, 2019 in Las Vegas, NV
Fourth Quarter: Nov. 7-9, 2019 in Lexington, KY
The membership is reminded that they are always welcome to attend the Quarterly Board meetings in person or teleconference. Call-in information is provided via our global e-mail newsletter prior to each meeting.
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Updates to AMHA Board and Standing Committee Minutes
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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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Included in the last section of this newsletter:
Morgan Horse Show Dates
Cowboy Dressage Dates
CDE Dates
Other Dates
Board Members
Board Meeting Dates
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Gay Adams, Acting Editor | Morgan Horse Association of Oregon
(503) 936-4276 | sunstonemorgans@comcast.net
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