SEPTEMBER, 2017
HEADLINERS 
THE INAUGURAL WORLD CONFERENCE  FOR STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN ARABIAN HORSES  |  October 6-7, 2017,  Assisi, ItalyBreedersConference

Join us in beautiful Assisi, Italy as we explore the Art of Breeding Straight Egyptian Arabian Horses under the expert guidance of many of the world's most acclaimed breeders. A post conference farm tour at Capecci Arabians is also scheduled for your further enjoyment. 
RESERVATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31, 2017RefHnbk
This new edition will include several special features as well as access to a  DIGITAL RELEASE of all prior volumes, including data and photos of more than 2200 horses that until now have only been available in print!  Plan to include your horses in this historic reference book.     Generously sponsored by Alfala Stud, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.      LEARN MORE
SHOWS & ACTIVITIES IN THE SPOTLIGHT 
ARABIAN NATIONAL BREEDER FINALS
September 27-30, 2017  |  Scottsdale, Arizona BreedFinals

The Arabian National Breeder Finals will hold its first-ever Straight  Egyptian classes on Thursday, September 28th The Arabian Horse Association of Arizona  extends their personal invitation to all Pyramid Society members & friends to attend the show, helping to make these classes a "not to be missed" competition for years to come!    LEARN MORE
"HORSES & WINE" September 23rd, 2017 | Peralta, New Mexico
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Please join us for Horses & Wine - an evening at Sonrisa Farms.  We look forward to sharing with you the breathtaking beauty and charisma of the Straight Egyptian Arabian as we enjoy fine wines and mariachis together!  Please RSVP to: Sonrisa@me.com / 505-991-1377     LEARN MORE
STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
October 14-15  |  Milan, Italy WorldChamps

If you are heading to the World Conference in Assisi, Italy, plan to extend your stay for the 2017 Straight Egyptian Arabian World Championships in Milan the following week.  It's a show you won't want to miss!     LEARN MORE
THE EGYPTIAN EVENT EGYPT
October 19-22, 2017 | Cairo, EgyptEEEgypt

Plan to attend the first annual Egyptian Event Egypt, October 19-22nd at the Pegasus Equestrian Center in Cairo, Egypt. Hosted by the Egyptian Arabian Horse Pyramids Foundation.      
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RECAP: REGIONAL WORKSHOP | Springfield MO  
On August 5th, Pyramid Society members and Egyptian Arabian breeders and admirers met in Springfield Missouri to talk, dine and further their education as protectors of the great heritage of the Egyptian Arabian horse. It was a celebration of shared interests.   READ MORE
RECAP: THE EGYPTIAN EVENT EUROPE - A SHOW TO REMEMBER
Dusseldorf, Germany
The setting for the 2017 Egyptian Event Europe, held August 26 and 27 at the Castle Dyck, near Dusseldorf, Germany was dreamlike. Envision a centuries-old German castle, tree-lined showgrounds and exquisite Egyptian Arabian horses presented in natural light on lush green grass.  READ MORE
RECAP: NOBLE STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN BREEDERS FESTIVAL EXCEEDS EXPECTATIONS | Lochem, Netherlands
The inaugural NOBLE Straight Egyptian Breeders' Festival proved to be a vision fulfilled, and the venue was as ideal as the vision itself. Hosted by Mahmoud Anzarouti at his Sham Stables in Lochem, Netherlands on August 28, 2017, the Noble Festival provided Straight Egyptian breeders the opportunity to present their horses in a relaxed atmosphere without the pressure of competitive judging.  READ MORE
THE SOCIETY AS LEADERS
PYRAMID SOCIETY ORGANIZES HURRICANE HARVEY RELIEF EFFORTS
Our efforts to coordinate and help Egyptian Arabian horse owners are being conducted voluntarily by our wonderful Pyramid Society membership committee.  Our hearts break for all the people affected.  If you need assistance, know of a member who needs assistance or would like to help, please visit our American Horseman's Distress Fund page or visit our website for additional resources and contact information.    LEARN MORE
T he Pyramid Society recently launched its extended outreach program! We encourage our members to share their passion for the Straight Egyptian Arabian horse with others. Member hosted events may include activities such as seminars, farm presentations, socials at shows or other activities. All members are encouraged to participate.   To learn more, contact Carol@pyramidsociety.org.   
HOT OFF THE PRESS
STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN CERTIFICATES
The Pyramid Society now offers official certification for your Straight Egyptian Arabians horses.  Whether you are breeding, buying or selling Straight Egyptian Arabians, or just have one to love and enjoy, be sure your treasured horse or horses are certified as Straight Egyptian by The Pyramid Society!     PURCHASE HERE
ANSATA HEJAZI - BORN TO RULE

This magnificent book by world-renowned author & breeder Judith Forbis is a  "must have" for everyone who loves Arabian horses.   Both inspirational and educational, the book artfully combines the life story of Ansata Hejazi with landmark historical references and impactful lessons in the Art of Breeding.   Limited First Edition.
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In 1969, The Pyramid Society founders established the definition of the Straight Egyptian horse, and now The Society  offers this publication as the final and definitive chapter in establishing the Straight Egyptian horse as a breed within the Arabian breed.  Generously sponsored by Shaikh Khaled Bagedo of Al Khaled Farm, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.   PURCHASE HERE
THE 2018 EGYPTIAN EVENT
We are excited to announce that finally we have been able to obtain a late summer/fall date for our Egyptian Event!   In 2018 the Egyptian Event will be held August 29th - September 1st!  We hope to see EVERYONE in Lexington in 2018 at this new time!   READ MORE
 
NEW - AMATEUR OWNED, TRAINED & SHOWN (AOTS) CLASSES
In direct response to our members' requests, The Pyramid Society is pleased to announce two AOTS classes offered for Straight Egyptian and Egyptian Sired mares, fillies and geldings of all ages at the 2018 Egyptian Event: a traditional halter class and a Sport Horse In-Hand class! We welcome your participation. (Pictured: TF Sweet GeorgiaBrown with Jacob Wilson.)                                LEARN MORE     
THE 2017 EGYPTIAN EVENT
2017 EGYPTIAN EVENT SHOW RESULTS
Thank you to all of our competitors and attendees who supported the 2017 Egyptian Event. The competition was world-class, and the horses were beautiful as always!  From Amateur to Futurities to EBC and the Championships, you will find the complete show results on our website. Just click below. ( Pictured left, Patriot LSA, the 2017 Egyptian Event Gold Champion Stallion.)  VIEW SHOW RESULTS   
THE 2017 EGYPTIAN EVENT SCRAPBOOK
 FOR THE LOVE OF THE HORSE

 The 2017 Egyptian Event was a clear demonstration of the passion that owners and breeders around the world share as "Guardians of the Treasure."   We invite you to take a look back and relive some of those special moments that made this year's Event SO extraordinary!     

There are a few remaining EBC eligible breedings for the 2018 breeding season, at a cost of $1,000 each. This is your chance to get in on the substantial prize money and prestige of the Egyptian Breeders' Challenge! Thank you to  DeShazer Arabians for their 2017 sponsorship of the EBC Auction!    LEARN MORE
INDUSTRY & MEMBER NEWS
REMEMBRANCE: HADIDI
Gail Mailloux of Two Silos Farm shares the following sentiment regarding her beloved Hadidi: "From the time he was a youngster, the jubilant Hadidi, meaning "The One of Steel" has shown us the qualities that the ideal Straight Egyptian stallion would possess. He was one of the last foals born at the legendary Gleannloch Farms, but no one realized just how far he would take their legacy..."   READ MORE 
REMEMBRANCE: ANSATA NILE ECHO 
"BEAUTY IS ITS OWN EXCUSE FOR BEING - and he was beautiful in many ways," Judi Forbis shares. "It seems like yesterday that he was a yearling at Ansata, and moved on to Qatar to found a dynasty there. He could literally "trot a hole in the wind" and was often referred to as the King of Trot. A magnificent son of his father, Ansata Hejazi, his legacy in Arabian horse history is assured."  READ MORE
SHARING THE BOND WITH EGYPTIAN ARABIANS THROUGH PHOTOGRAPHY
Duane and Diana Cantey have been breeding Straight Egyptian Arabian horses in Mount Vernon, AR for almost 20 years and share their passion in a very innovative way. They provide a unique experience for high school and college aged models to pose with, and learn about Straight Egyptian horses.  It allowes for an opportunity to expose younger people to the breed and provide them with a special interaction. Diana's work was recently published in Arab Horse Couture Magazine's Summer 2017 issue.  To learn more and to view the article:   READ MORE
WH BINT BINT PHATEEHAH TAKE TOP TEN AT SPORT HORSE 
NATIONALS

Martha Lucas of Whitehaven Plantation in Bishopville, SC is proud to announce, "WH Bint Bint Phateehah (WH Carolina Blu X WH Marengo) went Top Ten in Dressage Type Mares In Hand at Sport Horse Nationals! Yay for Straight Egyptians!"     READ MORE 
ALEAH ARABIANS WELCOMES NEW FOALS BY HALILUYAH MH
Aleah Arabians is proud to announce the birth of three beautiful Haliluyah MH foals this May. Robin Lee, owner of Aleah Arabians states, "This is his first foal crop since 2013 and I am delighted to say the babies are incredible!"   READ MORE
ALEXANDER ARABIANS CONGRATULATES NEW OWNER OF ALX NASEEN ASHQUAR
Alexander Arabians congratulates Layla Neuroth on her purchase of ALX Naseem Ashquar. Layla was looking for an Arabian she could use to ride trails and enter into long distance competition endurance rides and is thrilled with his intelligence, big heart, and willingness to do anything for her without the slightest sign of hesitancy. Congratulations, Layla and Naseem!   READ MORE
NEW OWNERS & A BRIGHT NEW FUTURE FOR SCAPA
Talaria Farms and Marion (Missy) Head of Rainmaker Arabians are pleased to announce the purchase of the 2005 Straight Egyptian stallion, SCAPA. Allison Mehta states, "We have formed this partnership (called The Scapa Group), to provide Scapa with the best opportunities possible to realize his potential as a significant SE breeding stallion-and a permanent lifetime home."    READ MORE
HARVEY ARABIANS WELCOMES NEW FOAL CROP
Harvey Arabians of Seville, Ohio welcomes new Egyptian foals this season.

HA Justice Forever x Ibn Raad
HA Stars Dreamcatcher x HA Maatin Marrakesh 663996
HA April Phinaali x HA Maatin Marrakesh
HA Tareefs Debutante x Bellagio RCA  
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AL MAYA ARABIANS ANNOUNCES NEW FILLY BY AL AYAL AA
Pyramid Society Life Members Alain & Josy Gosselin of Al Maya Arabians in Sur Gartempe, France are proud to announce the much anticipated arrival of their new filly TAHEEBA AL MAYA by Al Ayal AA (Al Ayad x The Vision HG) and out of their beautiful mare Tarah AA by Laheeb.  Taheeba is sure to be a rising star with a bright future at Al Maya Arabians.    READ MORE

UPCOMING DATES:  AT-A-GLANCE
2017
SEPTEMBER

23
27
OCTOBER

5
Welcome Reception for Attendees of the World Conference for Straight Egyptian Horses
6-7
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Farm Tour: Capecci Arabian Training Center, Umbertide, Italy
14-15
19-22
31
NOVEMBER

15

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