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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 to Gay Adams anytime
Questions: call (503) 936-4276
Get Your Free Classified Ad In
NOW!!!
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Be sure to let me know if your horse or item has sold!
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ake advantage of a special rate offered on these three mares!
Call Nancy Eidam for more information.
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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
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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.
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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
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.
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
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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.
For Sale: Show clothes, saddle, etc
Show clothes, lots of chaps, etc. for sale. Contact Sondjia for particulars.
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).
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.
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.
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The 2018
“Morgans for Sale”
and
“Stallions at Stud”
list is available!
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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.
Shelley Bullard
To add to this list or to remove a listing, contact
Gay Adams - (503) 936-4276
sunstonemorgans@comcast.net
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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, 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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Your support of OHC helps us stand up for equestrians and 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.
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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Time to get your listing & ad
into the Oregon Horse Directory
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This is the only statewide directory resource for equestrians - to say this book is well used is an understatement!
ALL equine businesses, non-profits, and organizations operating in Oregon can receive a FREE basic listings (business name, city, state, phone number) in the directory! Premier classified listings (which also includes your address, email, and website) are only $30 or free with OHC membership.
Thousands of copies of the 2019-20 Oregon Horse Directory will be distributed for free to equestrians across Oregon, including at the NW Horse Expo, Washington Horse Expo, High Desert Horse Expo, Southern Oregon Horse Fest, Pendleton Horse Fest, feed & tack stores, veterinarian offices, equestrian events, and associations' annual events/banquets, and more!
Don't miss your opportunity for FREE exposure for your equine business or organization! Please SHARE this information with any equestrians you know might be also interested!
free classifieds and display advertising.
*Interested in Oregon Horse Country membership?
DEADLINE: JANUARY 1, 2019
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Forest Service Makes Decision on Wilderness Permits
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By now you may have heard that the Deschutes and Willamette National Forests have made a decision about requiring permits to access Wilderness Trails in the Central Cascades. OET commented on the scoping phase of this project as well as the Environmental Assessment phase, and the Forest Service paid attention to our input, implementing many of our suggestions. Below is a short Q&A that outlines how the decision will affect equestrians.
What you WON’T see in the Decision is any mention of fees or reservation procedures. By law, the Forests must go through a separate process to determine the fees. We’ll have an opportunity to comment on the fee/procedure proposal in 2019, and we will certainly do so. None of the permit requirements go into effect until 2020.
Here are the highlights:
Why is this happening?
The Forests are implementing a permit system in order to limit use and stop the degradation of the Wilderness caused by over-use.
What is the Permit Season?
Limited-Entry Permits will be required from the Friday before Memorial Day through the end of September.
Which trailheads will require permits for day use?
Eleven trailheads in the Mt. Jefferson Wilderness, 3 in the Mt. Washington Wilderness, and 16 in the Three Sisters Wilderness will require limited-entry permits for day use. No trailheads in the Waldo Lake and Diamond Lake Wildernesses will require permits. The trailheads that don’t require a limited-entry permit will still require you to fill out a free self-issued wilderness permit, just like you do now. Go to
https://www.fs.usda.gov/nfs/11558/www/nepa/105465_FSPLT3_4483291.pdf
for a list of the trailheads that will require Wilderness permits.
for more details.
What if I wake up one morning and want to go for a Wilderness ride?
Forest Service intends to allow a percentage of the limited-entry permits to be available in advance, with the majority of day-use permits available the day before or the day of your trip.
What about trailer parking?
At trailheads that have traditionally allowed trailer parking, a percentage of the parking spaces will be reserved for trucks and trailers.
What if I want to go to a horse camp?
Quinn Meadow is the only horse camp that requires both a reservation and a permit to ride the nearby Wilderness Trails. The Forest Service says we’ll be able to reserve our campsites and our wilderness permits at the same time.
What about the other horse camps?
You won’t need a day-use permit to enter the Wilderness if you are staying at Box Canyon, Cultus, Three Creek Meadow, Big Meadows, or Whitefish Horse Camps.
Do I need a permit to go hunting?
You won’t need a Wilderness permit if you have a W. High Cascade deer tag. You will need one for all other types of hunting.
Ho
w can I find out more?
Thanks!
Kim McCarrel
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Please share this information with those you know who may be interested.
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Save The Date
New Location, New Dates, New Design
2019 High Desert Horse Fest
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Due to all the fires, re-scheduled For Spring 2019
in Support of the Southern Oregon Community
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You're Invited to the 2019 US Equestrian Annual Meeting in Sunny West Palm Beach, Fla.
January 9, 2019
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Join the joy of US Equestrian at the 2019 US Equestrian Annual Meeting, which takes place in West Palm Beach, Fla., from January 9-12, 2019! Highlighting the schedule is the general session, where the year in review and key priorities for 2019 will be unveiled.
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Welcome Reception:
Wednesday, January 9
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
on the outdoor lawn
General Session:
Members
Make it Happen
Thursday, January 10
8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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Other Interactive Sessions Include:
- Safe Sport: What You Need to Know
- FREE SafeSport Training
- Positive Coaching to Win
- Competition & Member Summit
- Building a Successful Equestrian Business
- The Power of Media & Membership
- Growing the Grassroots
- Buying, Selling & Leasing Horses with Confidence
- Para-Equestrian Dressage: Launch of the Coach Certification Program and Building for the Future
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Take part in the 2019 US Equestrian Annual Meeting and help us achieve our vision to bring the joy of horse sports to as many people as possible.
We look forward to seeing you in January!
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Very Important!
US Equestrian Announces New Safe Sport Training Requirements
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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
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You can have peace of mind knowing you are protected whether you are home at the barn or away at a show.
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USEF Announces New Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) Status for Pergolide Administration
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Lexington, Ky
. - Pergolide has been the mainstay treatment of Equine Cushing’s disease, also known as Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID), for several decades. Due to the class of drug that pergolide represents, it is a prohibited substance under Federation Equestre International (FEI) and United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) rules. Currently, under USEF GR411 Conditions For Therapeutic Administrations of Prohibited Substances, pergolide can be administered, but requires a 24-hour withdrawal from treatment prior to competition and represents a hardship to competitor and horse. Effective December 1, 2018, horses that are granted a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) for pergolide can remain on pergolide with no withdrawal of drug prior to competition and no need to file a
Medication Report Form (MRF)
each time they compete.
The USEF recognizes the benefit of this medication in the treatment of PPID-affected horses to normalize the endocrine feedback mechanisms disrupted by this disease. Modeled after TUEs for human athletes that are sanctioned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), the USEF TUE process is intended to sanction the daily administration of pergolide to PPID-affected horses.
To obtain a TUE for pergolide, owners/trainers should submit the required medical records and results of specific diagnostic testing for PPID, obtained from a treating veterinarian, by using the updated
electronic MRF
and clicking the new pergolide check box. A three-veterinarian review panel will decide whether the submitted documents support the diagnosis of PPID. Upon approval, the horse will be granted a TUE for up to three years. At the conclusion of this time, a request can be made to extend the TUE. The review process may take up to 30 days to complete once all relevant information has been submitted. It is anticipated that the timeline will be shorter, but to manage expectations in a new process, this timing will be communicated. Once granted, a TUE would be effective for three years, after which the owner/trainer may request an extension of the TUE.
PPID is probably the most common disease of geriatric horses. Affected horses show a variety of clinical signs, including excessive hair growth with reduced to no seasonal shedding, frequent urination and drinking, immunosuppression, muscle wasting, and founder. The most common treatment for PPID is pergolide, a dopamine agonist.
PPID results from degeneration of dopaminergic nerve cells in the hypothalamus of the brain, which causes an increased production of the hormone ACTH and other peptides. Increased ACTH concentrations stimulate the adrenal glands to increase release of corticosteroids into an affected horse’s blood stream.
Epidemiologic studies have shown that one in five horses over 15 years of age has PPID, and one in eight of these horses may also suffer from founder. In fact, horses with PPID are four times more likely to founder than horses without PPID. Untreated PPID poses a significant threat to the welfare of the horse population in general and may compromise or end the competitive career of equine athletes.
At this time, there are no plans to add additional medications to the TUE process, but that may change in the future.
For questions regarding pergolide, or other drugs and medications, please email
medequestrian@aol.com
or call 1-800-633-2472.
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New Video:
Common Hoof Problems
with Stephen E. O’Grady, DVM, MRCVS
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Watch equine veterinarian and farrier Dr. Steve O’Grady talk about four common hoof problems in horses—including hoof abscesses, thrush, foot bruising, and hoof wall defects—and how these conditions can be identified and treated. This video is brought to you by
SmartPak
.
Watch this video and over 60 more with top experts
and athletes across various breeds, disciplines, and topics in the US Equestrian Learning Center.
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Take a look at all the educational videos and articles that USEF has to offer!
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Scholastic Equestrian Programs, with Greg Williams
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Watch Auburn University head equestrian coach Greg Williams discuss the many different scholastic equestrian programs available for students in middle-, high-, and collegiate-level schools.
Watch this video and over 60 more with top experts and athletes across various breeds, disciplines, and topics in the US Equestrian Learning Center.
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Want to Reach Thousands?
Advertise with AMHA!
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AMHA's weekly newsletter, which is sent Thursday mornings to more than 14,000 email addresses, is now offering advertising! Each purchased ad will run for a minimum of four weeks. Only three spots are available for purchase in each email: top banner, half skyscraper, and bottom banner.
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Introductory pricing ranges from $100 - $250 with design fees applicable. Months will be reserved on a first come, first serve basis and ad approval is at the discretion of AMHA. This is a perfect opportunity to advertise your company or business to thousands!
For more information, contact Carrie Mortensen
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Registry News: Coat Color Testing Fee Reduced
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Coat color testing for registered Morgans is now reduced for AMHA members!
Yes, you read correctly, the AMHA Board of Directors, upon request from the Registry Committee, voted to reduce the first coat color test fee for a registered Morgan from $65 to $40 for members and from $150 to $125 for non-members.
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The Registry Committee recognizes that other labs provide this service and wants to encourage Morgan owners to do their coat color testing through AMHA. Since the lab verifies the identity of all samples submitted, ensuring the integrity of the Registry, the results can then be included with the horse record. This change went into effect immediately.
In other news, the AMHA Board upon the recommendation of the Registry Committee voted to discontinue offering the Hand Generated Old Style Certificate, effective January 1, 2019. These certificates are hand typed on a bigger, “old style” certificate and are very time consuming to produce. The fee had not been raised since 1999, and there are very few requests received annually.
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Time to Renew Your AMHA Membership
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The 2019 AMHA Membership renewals were sent the middle of October, so if you haven't received it already, you soon will find it in your mailbox!
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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!
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Big News for Stallion Owners!
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Close Date is December 10, 2018
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The January/February issue of the official breed journal, The Morgan Horse, has always been known as “The Stallion Issue.” In 2019 it will be rebranded as “The Breeder’s Guide” complete with a Broodmare Hall of Fame, a Sire Rating, a list of breeders of the 2018 world champions as well as breeding features. Our goal is to provide educational information on the topic to inspire and encourage the breeding of Morgan horses.
Those who advertise their stallions at stud in this special issue will receive a special offer! Every custom, color stallion ad will be accompanied by a complimentary full facing page with a five-generation pedigree of your stallion and up to three pictures of significant get! That’s right, buy one custom, color page and get a second page free!
Watch for promotional information to be coming your way closer to breeding season in the forms of mail, email and on social media!
It’s going to be epic!
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Call Out for Candidates for
2019 AMHA Board of Directors
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The following positions will be included on 2019 election ballot distributed to AMHA members in good standing as of December 31, 2018: One regional director for each Eastern, Central, and Western Regions. At the 2019 Annual Meeting, one director from each of the Regions shall be elected to a three-year term.
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A Reminder:
Don't Forget About All the AMHA Programs
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The 2019 Convention
Be Sure To Save The Date!
February 6-9, 2019
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Latest Update!
Plans are shaping up for the 2019 AMHA Convention, to take place February 7-9 in San Antonio, Texas! Have you made your reservations yet? We have an exciting lineup of speakers and events for everyone in your family at this beautiful resort destination!
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Registrations are now open!
Would you like to be a sponsor or to have a booth?
Want to have a banner?
Click the links below for what you need:
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Judges Announced for 2019 Grand National
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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.
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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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Fourth Quarter AMHA Board Meeting
Highlights
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Below you will find highlights from the AMHA Board of Directors Fourth Quarter Meeting, which took place November 10, 2018 in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. Following the Board highlights are the individual “Regional Reports” from your directors.
Fourth Quarter AMHA Board Highlights
Meetings:
The Standing Committee meetings were held on Friday, November 9 (Finance, Bylaws, Registry). In addition, the American Morgan Horse Educational Charitable Trust also held a Board of Trustees meeting on this same day. The Fourth Quarter Board meeting was held Saturday, November 10. Minutes from prior meetings that were officially approved are now posted on the "Members Only" side of the AMHA website at
https://www.morganhorse.com/members/minutes/
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AMHECT:
The AMHECT Board of Trustees approved their previous meeting minutes and reviewed the current fund balances as well as year to date financials through Sept. 30, 2018. A brief Grand National horse show report was provided and it was noted a more detailed report would be available at the annual meeting in San Antonio. An update was provided on the current status of the 2019 Stallion Service Auction that will include 47 stallions this year. It was noted that sponsors are still needed for this event. New fundraising programs through Amazon Smile and Uber were discussed and will be researched. In addition, the possibility of creating a Horseman’s Distress Fund was discussed. Further research will be done on this as a possible pending project. The next meeting would be held shortly in order to review the 2019 memorial grant applications.
Finance:
Fund balances of the various accounts and investments were reviewed. The Year-To-Date Financials as of September 30, 2018 were also presented. It was noted the Rainy Day Fund has been growing and the balance as of October 31, 2018 was just under $80,000. As of October 31, 2018 AMHA is down approximately 146 members compared to this same time in 2017 and therefore, membership monies collected in comparison are down approximately $3,000. 2018 did boast 135 MORE “Premium” memberships than in 2017. Had this not been the case, the decrease in membership monies collected would have been much higher. Both the Finance Committee and the Board of Directors approved the 2019 budget in draft 2 form.
Bylaws:
It was reported the bylaws approved at the September meeting were posted and available on the AMHA website at
https://www.morganhorse.com/media-events/news/article/10568/.
The notice on the website also includes the two bylaw amendments that will be presented on the 2019 ballot. It was reported that the Committee continues working on researching director attendance policies of similar organizations and the elimination of duplicate or unnecessary standard operating procedures (SOP’s). The Bylaws Committee plans to meet before the end of the year to do further work on these projects.
Registry:
Registry statistics as of October 31, 2018 were presented and reviewed as follows:
Registry statistics continue the upward trend. With two more months until the close of 2018, AMHA should have a strong finish to the year. Incoming registry paperwork continues to be heavy but the registry is current with processing and the turn-around time is within two weeks. The committee decided to proceed with the research necessary to move forward with accepting electronic signatures in the future. It was also determined that when the time came to reorder certificates, the marking diagrams would be re-designed to include the front/rear view of the legs.
Staff/Administration:
2019 Membership Renewals were mailed during the Grand National and are returning back to the office rather quickly. The Fall/Winter NETWORK newsletter has been sent to the printer and will be sent out toward the end of November. The 2019 calendar was a success with all 12 months being sold, netting close to 7,000 net profit will assist in off-setting non-revenue generating programs such as Open Competition, My Morgan and Me, High-Point Morgan Awards, etc. Open Competition results will be announced in December this year to ensure all who wish to attend convention to pick up their awards will be able to do so. My Morgan and Me awards are now stocked in-house, so the processing time has greatly decreased and is flowing much better. The first AMHA Distance Championship had a wonderful champion in Mary Coleman and her horse Romeo. Next year’s event will be in Vinita, Oklahoma. The Champion Title Program is surpassing all expected projections and running extremely well. The national Youth of the Year contest boasted 13 participants and new Youth Council events were added to the schedule at the national show. The Morgan Horse magazine has had great support from its advertisers, writers, and subscribers. It continues to be a cornerstone of this Association that the membership can rely on to not only raise significant revenues, but educate and promote the Morgan horse with the amazingly diverse editorial content. A special thank you to our writers and photographers that contribute in such a passionate manner for much less than standard industry
Items of Importance:
The Regional Shows were approved for the 2019 competition year. You can view those online at:
https://www.morganhorse.com/media-events/news/article/10587/
. The van Schaik Dressage Scholarship was updated and a new set of standards and procedures for applying for the award were approved by the board. Once the forms are updated and available, a press release will be issued providing the details of this Dressage honor. The Disciplines Committee has worked extremely hard as part of AMHA’s promise to improve and clarify the different Open Competition awards and medallions. An updated set of guidelines and procedures for 2019 will be posted as soon as we are done “hand-calculating” the 2018 points! The 2019 judges’ schools were approved and you can find the information and application forms on the website at:
https://www.morganhorse.com/media-events/news/article/10569/
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USEF Safe Sport:
We continue to pass along any new updates from US Equestrian (USEF) regarding their Safe Sport policies. US Equestrian CEO Bill Moroney was on hand at the Grand National for an open forum discussing Safe Sport and he as well as USEF’s in-house counsel Sonja Keating will be presenting a Safe Sport Seminar at the AMHA Convention in San Antonio in February. Any questions regarding the safe sport requirements should be directed to the US Equestrian office at (859) 258-2472. The safe sport training can be found on the USEF website at
www.usef.org
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National Museum of the Morgan Horse:
The Board is reviewing a variety of options for the placement of the museum. As this on-going project advances, AMHA will provide progress reports when available. It is important to note the Board is unanimously dedicated to finding the right solution for the long-term prosperity of the entire collection.
2019 Convention:
Join us in San Antonio, Texas, February 6-9 for the 2019 AMHA Annual Meeting and Convention. This is going to be a spectacular event with many special activities included such as a behind the scenes tour and luncheon at Sea World, a clinic day at Twisted Rose Farm that includes a BBQ and dance, the prestigious Stallion Service Auction and the NEW, Night Under the Stars Awards gala. The seminar speakers are lined up and ready to educate and entertain you alike. Sit in on the First Quarterly Board meeting and sign up for the inaugural Howie Schatzberg Invitational Golf Tournament. This resort-style hotel is the perfect setting for a vacation to remember!
Come early Wednesday so you can enjoy the famous San Antonio River walk. Stay late and attend the famous rodeo and other tourist attractions. AMHA is not hosting a traditional convention in 2020. We hope to meet again for the traditional event in 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The continued planning for this 2021 event hinges on attendance and success in San Antonio – so reserve your rooms and sign up now. The registration form can be found at 2019
AMHA Convention Registration
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2019 Election:
The 2019 Election will be administered as a “Hybrid” election meaning that every eligible voter will receive a hard copy ballot in the mail in mid-December. Members will be able to vote using this paper ballot OR may choose to vote online as that option will also be explained and available to those preferring that method. Survey and Ballot Systems is once again serving as the official tabulator and will be handling the data and reporting (including being available on-site during the annual meeting to accept proxy and live votes). It is important that all eligible voters take the time to cast their vote even though all three regional candidates are running unopposed. Our Bylaws require a minimum quorum be met in each region in order to validate the election. Should we fail to receive the minimum quorums, AMHA will suffer the hardship and financial burden of having to re-run part or all of the election. In addition, this year we have two Bylaw amendments for your consideration. So please vote! It’s important for all the members to participate in the governance of your organization. Remember, if you choose to run for the Board of Directors (nomination period opens April 1, 2019 for the 2020 election), you must have attended two Board of Directors meeting within the prior 24 months. One must be live in person, but the second can be via teleconference. The 2019 quarterly board meetings are listed below.
2019 Quarterly Board Meetings:
The 2019 Board of Directors meetings have been tentatively set for the following times and locations.
First Quarter
- February 7, San Antonio, TX in conjunction with the Convention
Second Quarter
– April 6, Portland, ME
Third Quarter
– September 7, Las Vegas, NV
Fourth Quarter
– November 9, Lexington, KY
More information including the call-in information will be posted closer to the meeting dates. Questions regarding the meetings can be directed to Carrie J. Mortensen, Executive Director at the AMHA office by calling (802) 985-4944, Ext. 201 or e-mailing
execdir@morganhorse.com
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Holiday Office Closures:
Please note that the AMHA Office will be closed to allow the staff to enjoy their Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s holidays as follows:
-- November 22 & 23
-- December 24 through Jan. 1
Please be sure to contact the office prior to those closures for any assistance you may need before the holidays. Thank you!
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American Morgan Horse Association
4066 Shelburne Rd.
Suite 5
Shelburne, VT 05482
(802) 985-4944
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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:
Activity Calendars & MHAO Board Info
Northwest Horse Show 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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