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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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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.
Morgan wanted.
I am looking for a smaller sized Morgan horse suitable for trail riding and light arena work. This horse must be level headed and not spooky or sassy. Will be ridden out on the trails by itself generally 5-6 days a week with light arena work when needed. Should also be calm around moving vehicles and the occasional loud gunfire by annoying neighbors. Prefer a horse about 10 years of age. I have a mini horse as a companion. Can provide an excellent home. Live in the Willamette Valley.
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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
.
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 new
“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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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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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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Oregon Horse Country/
Oregon Horse Council
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Your Source For Oregon Equine Industry News, Events, Special Discounts, & More.
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Oregon Horse Country is now also
the Oregon Horse Council!
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Oregon Horse Country represents YOU and all of Oregon’s Equine Industry proudly as the Oregon Horse Council with many statewide and national organizations. Your support of OHC helps us stand up for equestrians and have a united voice when it matters!
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Pick-up Your New OHC Directory
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2018-19 Oregon Horse Directory
Pick up your Oregon Horse Directory, the best resource of equine businesses and organization in our state! Or we will mail you one for only $3! Click to learn more.
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Watch OHC 101 and Learn How to Use Your OHC Membership
Do you wonder how OHC could benefit your business or organization? Are you a new member that still needs to utilize your benefits? Help us help you by attending this informative session. We will show you how you can turn your OHC membership into a great sales and marketing tool.
Watch this 45 minute webinar and learn about it all!
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Be Social with OHC
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Make sure to Like our Facebook page and keep up to date on news, networking events, and where we will be next.
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MHAO is a member of Oregon Horse Country
/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.
Amplifying the power of the Equine Industry in Oregon!
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Upcoming July Equine Events
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Get more information on the OHC website
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Updates to the 2018 USEF Guidelines & Rules for Drugs and Medications
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US Equestrian members, please note that there have been several changes to the 2018 USEF Guidelines & Rules for Drugs and Medications booklet since the 2018 US Equestrian Annual Meeting. Please review the updates and guidelines thoroughly as you prepare for and begin to compete during the 2018 competition season.
The information in this booklet is current at the time of printing but is subject to change at any time. Please regularly check the
Drugs and Medications
webpage as well, for information and updates.
READ MORE
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Fire Safety for Barns: Are You Prepared?
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Prepare your fire safety and response plan with this handy checklist from US Equestrian sponsor Markel Insurance Company.
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If you ask a group of horse owners what safety issue scares them the most, a large number will tell you it’s the threat of a barn fire.
There is nothing more devastating than losing horses and other animals in a fire. While there are things outside your control that could cause a fire (like lightning), there are measures you can take to prevent fires or lessen their impact. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list, nor will following this protocol ensure you will never have to deal with such a tragedy. It is merely a checklist of things you should consider.
Develop a fire safety plan
- Make the plan known to everyone: boarders, employees, visitors, etc.
- Post the plan in a conspicuous place where people can see and read it.
- Review it periodically, and update it as needed.
- The plan should be for humans and horses.
Consider and address property issues
- Make sure your address is clearly marked and visible at night at the property entrance. Use reflective signs that can be seen at the road.
- Make sure your driveway is at least 12’-14’ wide, clear of debris and cleared to 13’6” overhead to allow for emergency vehicles.
- Identify the nearest water source.
- Know where emergency shut-off switches are (electric or other).
- Locate power lines to avoid problems.
- Keep exits clear and unblocked; keep barn aisles free of clutter.
- If there are multiple buildings, be prepared to clearly describe each building for emergency responders. Consider making rough maps ahead of time to assist.
- Clear the vegetation immediately around the building.
Minimize hazards inside the barn
- Is hay stored inside the barn? Make sure it’s dry and in a well-ventilated area.
- Consider storing hay and shavings outside the barn.
- Have fire extinguishers available and make sure their inspections are current. Make sure everyone knows where they are and how to use them.
- Post “no smoking” signs around the barn and make sure they are enforced.
- Leave a 2’ clearing on top of anything stacked to allow water to cascade over it.
- Store chemicals and gasoline outside the building.
- Keep heaters at least 4’ away from combustibles.
- Inspect box fans. Make sure they are clean and cords are intact.
- Turn them off when not in use as motors can overheat. Check rating so the proper ones are being used.
- Keep a halter and lead rope at every stall.
Script your 911 call in advance
- Make sure everyone knows the address of the property.
- Clearly state what the emergency is.
- Give them your name and the number you are calling from.
- Pinpoint the exact location of the fire. Be able to describe the involved
- building clearly, especially if the building cannot be clearly seen from
- the road.
- Provide information with regard to how many animals and what type are inside.
- Describe what else is inside—vehicles? Flammables? Equipment?
- Tell them of any conditions that may interfere with emergency vehicles—muddy fields, fences, narrow driveways, etc.
Keep these close at hand
- An emergency first-aid kit, including both human and equine supplies
- An extra halter, lead rope, and crop
- Easily accessible cotton wraps and blankets
- A list of emergency numbers for vets, boarders, etc.
- An extra water bucket
Assembly a fire safety supply kit (keep together outside the barn, solely for fire use)
- Fire extinguishers suitable for grass fires
- Ladder capable of reaching the barn roof
- Water buckets
- Rake and shovel to clear vegetation
- 100’ of connected hose with spray nozzle
- Gloves, goggles, bandanas, hot pads (for touching hot latches)
Please note that the information provided is intended for general informational purposes only. For more information about Markel, visit
markelinsurance.com
or facebook/MarkelHorse or call 800-794-6773.
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New Video: The Morgan Horse
Watch Morgan trainer Tim Roesink of Grove Pointe Stables LLC give an overview of the Morgan horse breed.
About This Video
The American Morgan horse is one of the earliest horse breeds originating in the United States. The breed began when a man named Justin Morgan purchased a stallion named Figure in the late 1700s. At the time, horses took the name of their owners, and "Justin Morgan's horse," as Figure was known, became the foundation sire of the Morgan breed. Well known for their arched neck, expressive eyes, slightly dished face, and a high tail, Morgan horses can excel at many different disciplines. You can find Morgan horses at just about any horse show in the United States competing in everything from saddle seat, to dressage, and even jumping and driving.
Key principles:
- History
- Characteristics
- Personality
- Care
- Versatility
Additional Information
About The Expert
Tim Roesink, Professional Morgan Trainer
Tim Roesink is a Morgan horse trainer and owner of
Grove Pointe Stables
in Hebron, Ohio. A seasoned competitor, Roesink has trained and shown more than 50 World Champion Morgan show horses in the halter, saddle, and harness divisions. He sits on the American Morgan Horse Association’s (AMHA) Morgan Judge’s School Committee, serves as the Vice-Chairman of the Morgan Gold Cup Horse Show, and is a former United Professional Horsemen’s Association (UPHA) Chapter 13 President. Roesink has also been a US Equestrian (USEF) Morgan judge for 12 years and has served on the USEF Hearing Committee for 10 years.
For over 25 years, Roesink has proven himself a devoted advocate for the breed, joining forces with people across the industry to help better promote the Morgan horse. “I am most proud of the longevity of success and the relationships shared with so many people in the horse industry,” said Roesink. “I am committed to giving back in any way possible to help the horse world grow and thrive.”
W
atch Now
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FEI World Equestrian Games
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Tickets Now on Sale for
FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018
in Mill Spring, North Carolina, USA, on September 11-23, 2018
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Tickets for the
FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018
(WEG) are now on sale. Set for September 11 through September 23 in the scenic Carolinas region of the United States, spectators can choose from a variety of ticket types to experience the world's largest equestrian championship. With all competitions happening on site at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) in Mill Spring, N.C., attendees can come for the day, a week, or the entire Games.
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Select "Buy Tickets" from the menu.
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New Video: Common Equine Veterinary Therapies
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Watch sport horse veterinarian Dr. Hugh Behling explain common therapeutic options available for your horse, including shockwave, mesotherapy, laser therapy, and joint injections, and how they relate to USEF rules and guidelines.
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Staying Connected to USEF
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Stay Up to Date with US Equestrian on Social Media!
Follow Your Favorite Athletes and Horses
To stay up to date on your favorite athletes and horses, follow US Equestrian on
Facebook
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,
and
Instagram
.
Use
#JoinTheJoy
on your photos and videos for a chance to be featured on our accounts!
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You might also be interested in following these pages:
US Equestrian Federation
4047 Iron Works Parkway
Lexington, KY 40511
Follow us @USequestrian
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Protecting Young Victims from
Sexual Abuse and
Safe Sport Authorization Act of 2017
Signed Into Law
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By: US Equestrian Communications Department
February 20, 2018
Lexington, Ky. – Senate Bill 534,
Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse and Safe Sport Authorization Act of 2017
has been signed into law, becoming effective immediately. The bill imposes a duty on amateur sports organizations, including US Equestrian and its members, to report suspected sex-abuse to local or federal law enforcement or to a child-welfare agency designated by the Justice Department, within 24 hours. Failure to report is subject to criminal penalties.
The bill amends two federal statutes: the Victims of Child Abuse Act of 1990 and the Ted Stevens Olympic and Amateur Sports Act of 1978.
Within the Victims of Child Abuse Act of 1990, the bill extends the mandatory duty to report to US Equestrian members and participants, who must report suspected sexual abuse to authorities within 24 hours. An individual who does not report the suspected sexual abuse is subject to criminal penalties. Additionally, the bill extends the statute of limitations for victims to bring a civil lawsuit against a perpetrator and allows a claim for punitive damages.
The bill also amends the Amateur Sports Act of 1978 in several ways. Firstly, it designates the U.S. Center for SafeSport to serve as the independent national safe sport organization. This designation includes the responsibility for developing policies and procedures to prevent emotional, physical, and sexual abuse of amateur athletes. The bill also modifies the obligations of amateur athletic organizations, including National Governing Bodies (NGBs) such as US Equestrian.
These organizations must abide by all policies and procedures to prevent any type of abuse. They also must comply with all reporting requirements, establish reasonable procedures to limit one-on-one interactions between athletes who are minors and an adult, offer and provide consistent training to members who are in contact with minors, as well as establish ways to prohibit retaliation against the victim. Importantly, under the U.S. Center for SafeSport’s Code and US Equestrian’s Safe Sport Policy, members of and participants in US Equestrian-licensed competitions and sponsored programs are required to report any suspected sexual misconduct to the U.S. Center for SafeSport, regardless of when and where the misconduct occurred.
“US Equestrian, as the NGB of equestrian sport, puts the safety and welfare of our members and horses first,” says US Equestrian President Murray Kessler. “The safety of our children is of utmost importance and US Equestrian supports the passage of this bill and sees it as an important step towards making our sport safe and enjoyable for all. We have taken many necessary steps to educate our members on the importance of the Safe Sport, but the work has only begun. We value our partnership with the U.S. Center for SafeSport and look forward to connecting our members to the resources that it has to offer.”
View this
FAQ
for more information on the Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse and Safe Sport Authorization Act of 2017.
For more information about the U.S. Center for SafeSport or
the Safe Sport Policy,
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Dear US Equestrian Members,
Today (May 29th) the New York Times published a
story
providing further details on now-deceased equestrian trainer Jimmy Williams and his abuse of young riders. In addition to describing Williams’ inappropriate and unacceptable actions, the article also discusses how painfully difficult it can be for survivors, athletes, and even parents to recognize the signs of abuse and report it. US Equestrian wants you to know: if you are a victim of abuse, it is never too late to come forward and make a report. You will be supported and an investigation will be conducted.
Better safeguards are now in place to prevent abuse and misconduct, but it is incumbent upon all of us as a community to look out for one another and, if you see or suspect abuse or wrongdoing, please report it to US Equestrian or the U.S. Center for SafeSport. All reporting is confidential.You can submit a report electronically to the
Center
or at (720) 524-5640.
Reporting Sexual Misconduct
Make a report to the U.S. Center for SafeSport if you have a reasonable suspicion of sexual misconduct such as child sex abuse, non-consensual sexual conduct, sexual harassment, or intimate relationships involving an imbalance of power. You can submit a report electronically to the
Center
or at (720) 524-5640.
Reporting Misconduct to Local Authorities
Contact your
local authorities
if you have a reasonable suspicion that child sexual abuse or neglect has occurred. All reports of child abuse or sexual assault of a minor must be reported to local authorities and the U.S. Center for SafeSport. Reports of abuse not involving a minor may also be reported to local authorities.
24 Hour Helpline
Call (866) 200-0796 for 24/7 crisis interventions, referrals and emotional support. This confidential and secure helpline is operated by
RAINN
, the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. For more information about this helpline, please visit
www.safesporthelpline.org
.
Reporting Other Misconduct
USEF handles all reports of suspected misconduct that is non-sexual in nature, including harassment, hazing, bullying, physical, or emotional misconduct. Reports can be made electronically to safesport@usef.org, or electronically or telephonically to any of the individuals on the Athlete Protection Team:
(859) 225-2045
(859) 225-2022
(859) 225-6956
Best Regards,
Murray S. Kessler
President
William J. Moroney
Chief Executive Officer
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Answering Questions: US Equestrian Safe Sport Action Steps
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by US Equestrian Communications Department | May 28, 2018, 4:32 PM EST
Lexington, Ky. - Abuse of any kind has absolutely no place in sports. Protecting our athletes is of utmost importance. The US Equestrian Federation (USEF) is complying with all requirements of the U.S. Center for SafeSport (Center) and Federal Law.
Many of our members have asked about our Safe Sport Policy and program. The information below addresses these questions and outlines actions taken by USEF to help keep our athletes safe.
- USEF is communicating directly with our members, including the parents of our Junior Members, to provide education and information on Safe Sport including training and resources for parents, participants, coaches, trainers, support teams, officials, and staff to understand when and how to report, and also how to recognize the signs in order to prevent abuse before it occurs. Additionally, our website has a Safe Sport portal which includes these resources, the list of suspended and banned individuals, reporting processes and links to the Center for additional information.
- Since December 1, 2013, USEF has required designated individuals, including but not limited to staff, coaches, technical advisors, and licensed officials, to complete SafeSport training and criminal background checks.
- USEF will issue public notices informing members and the media of individuals involved in equestrian sport that are banned or suspended by the Center or USEF for violations of the SafeSport Code or USEF Safe Sport policy. USEF will remove the names of any individuals from USEF achievement awards and honors. Based on substantial evidence, Jimmy Williams, though deceased, has been banned by USEF for sexual misconduct and his name has been removed from USEF achievement awards and honors.
- USEF has hired additional staff to support our SafeSport training, education and compliance.
- USEF has submitted all requested information to the U.S. House of Representatives, U.S. Senate and the law firm of Ropes and Gray, LLC regarding the investigations into the handling of sexual abuse reports in organized sports including the Larry Nassar case.
US Equestrian wants every athlete, parent, coach, groom, support staff and trainer to know: if you are a victim of abuse or suspect abuse of any kind, there are resources and people to help. Horse sports are a source of strength for so many people and it is incumbent upon all of us who love this amazing sport to protect young athletes.
For support, call
@RAINN
at 800-656-4673 or
@Darkness2Light
at 866-FOR-LIGHT. All conversations are confidential.
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USEF Announces Formation of Two New Task Forces to Address Major Industry Challenges
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From the US Equestrian Communications Department
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Lexington, Ky
. – In response to repeated requests by its membership, the United States Equestrian Federation (US Equestrian) has formed two new task forces to conduct comprehensive assessments of both equine transaction transparency and the competition environment, including calendar management. These task forces will present their findings to the Board of Directors, including any policies and/or rules that need to be amended or developed to improve the issues raised by the membership.
“Clearly, equine transactions are an area of our sport that needs attention. Bad business deals chase people away from our sport, stifle growth, and undermine the integrity of our industry,” said US Equestrian President Murray Kessler. “US Equestrian does not need to be involved in the details of a transaction or be a party to a transaction. Nor does it intend to try to regulate prices or commissions. However, US Equestrian can provide our members with the resources needed to make an informed decision when buying or leasing a horse, including the right to disclosure of the details between the parties to a transaction. This will be the primary focus of the Equine Transaction Transparency Task Force.”
US Equestrian Vice President and Chair of the Equine Transaction Transparency Task Force Elisabeth Goth stated, “US Equestrian continues to hear from its members about the lack of transparency involving the sale or lease of horses. We recognize a distinct need for greater educational resources for our members to provide a better understanding of the relationship between seller and buyer and the reasons that commissions are a responsible component of equine transactions. There is also a need to educate people about the state and federal laws already in place that help protect our membership, including buyers, seller, and agents.”
Equally important is our need to regularly conduct a thorough assessment of our competition licensing and calendar management processes. “It is good governance and in the best interest of our sport for US Equestrian to regularly review the administration of our competition calendar to make certain we are utilizing the best methods for managing the competition environment,” said Kessler.
US Equestrian CEO Bill Moroney added, “As the National Governing Body for equestrian sport in the United States, US Equestrian is charged by the Ted Stevens Act with administering the competition calendar in a manner that we believe best serves the developmental and competition needs of our human and equine athletes. The dramatic changes to the competition calendar over the past five years dictates this re-assessment.”
There are regions of the country that are experiencing calendar management challenges across a variety of factors. These issues must be examined and solutions need to be identified and implemented. In giving consideration to the management tools that support US Equestrian’s goals for effectively administering the competition calendar, the Task Force will be charged with analyzing several focal points related to competitions, such as competitor density, diversity of competition venues, competition sustainability, diversity of competition levels/ratings, major events, and accessibility to competitions at all economic levels.
Calendar management encompasses the breadth of breeds and disciplines under US Equestrian’s governance structure. The Task Force will be interacting with the various constituencies of the membership, including Recognized Affiliates, athletes, owners, and competition organizers during the course of their analysis. The chair of the competition calendar task force will be named in the coming days.
US Equestrian invites its members to participate in the discussion on both topics by submitting comments or recommendations through the following e-mail addresses. For Equine Transactions, please e-mail
Integrity@usef.org
and include “Equine Transactions” in the subject line. For Competitions, e-mail
Competitions@usef.org
. US Equestrian members can watch Bill Moroney’s six steps to buying or leasing a horse, including the bill of sale, pre-purchase exam, and more in a
video
in the US Equestrian Learning Center.
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Safe Sport Leads the Discussion at US Equestrian Mid-Year Meeting
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US Equestrian’s Board of Directors held their Mid-Year Meeting on June 11 and 12. In addition to the standard administrative topics, the Board addressed several issues affecting the entire family of breeds and disciplines under the umbrella of US Equestrian. In particular, the Board focused their discussion on the Safe Sport Initiative and athlete safety and protection; building a stronger base of coaches/trainers/instructors; growing participation in equestrian sport at all levels, including grassroots engagement; increasing awareness of equestrian sport and USEF’s benefits to members and affiliates, and resource allocation.
The 2018 US Equestrian Mid-Year Meeting opened with a “first-and-foremost” emphasis on Safe Sport and how to protect and educate the athletes, coaches, parents, officials, and support staff who make up the membership of US Equestrian.
“I can’t think of anything more important for this Board than to do our part in the global effort to help keep our children safe,” said US Equestrian President Murray Kessler in his opening remarks at the meeting. Kessler prompted the Board to action with an inspiring message from Olympic show jumper Anne Kursinski.
“As you know, Anne bravely and voluntarily stepped forward to help prevent the kind of abuse she suffered from happening to others,” Kessler continued. “She is the coach of our developing show jumping team, a three-time Olympian, and has been a member of this Board of Directors several times as an athlete representative. She is an amazing woman, and I’d like you to listen to what she has to say.”
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The US Equestrian Board unanimously approved a resolution directing USEF General Counsel Sonja Keating to present a rule change at the August board meeting that will expand the requirements for Safe Sport training beyond the currently designated persons to encompass those persons acting as coach, trainer, or instructor and those who have regular contact with minors as defined in the Safe Sport Code.
Keating followed up on Kessler’s comments with a presentation that provided an overview of the Safe Sport movement in the U.S., a history of US Equestrian’s Safe Sport Initiative, and current Safe Sport training and criminal background check requirements, which clarified the jurisdiction of the U.S. Center for SafeSport and US Equestrian with regards to cases.
Key Take-Away Points from the presentation included:
- In 2013 and prior to the establishment of the Center, US Equestrian introduced a Safe Sport Policy that prohibited sexual and non-sexual (emotional, physical, bullying, harassment, hazing) misconduct and established a system for training and education, enforced criminal background checks for staff, the board of directors, licensed officials, and team Chefs d’Equipe and coaches, and outlined means to report and enforce.
- The U.S. Center for SafeSport (Center) opened in March of 2017 and US Equestrian worked with the USOC through their working groups by giving feedback before the Center was established.
- Sexual misconduct of any nature must be reported to the Center.
- All non-sexual misconduct is reported to US Equestrian and will go through the applicable regulatory process.
- US Equestrian will reciprocate enforcement of sanctions imposed by the Center for sexual misconduct.
US Equestrian continues to examine and develop policies that would limit one-on-one interaction of adults with minors, continues to spread awareness and education about Safe Sport, and continues to expand US Equestrian Safe Sport training requirements.
Protecting our athletes is the responsibility of all of us, and US Equestrian wants every athlete, parent, coach, groom, support staff, and trainer to know: if you are a victim of abuse or suspect abuse of any kind, there are resources and people to help. Horse sports are a source of strength for so many people, and it is incumbent upon all of us who love this amazing sport to protect young athletes.
Safe Sport Resources:
Watch your inbox for an official member letter from US Equestrian President Murray Kessler and CEO Bill Moroney with information on the other topics from the Mid-Year Meeting.
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A direct and compelling headline
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The Winograd family of West Coast Morgans and their Morgan horses are in a commercial for OxiClean! Click the photo above to watch the whole ad!
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AMHA Youth Contest in Need of Photos
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The AMHA Youth Contest is in search of conformation photographs of Morgan horses. Required are four photos of each Morgan: directly from the front, from the back, and from each side. Your Morgan may wear either a halter or bridle with no saddle and no boots/wraps on the legs. The Morgan may stand square or parked out. All Morgans are welcome – they do not need to be show horses. Please note, AMHA asks that you are the owner of the photos giving AMHA all rights of the photos to use; no photos from a show photographer are allowed.
If you have photos you'd like to share, please contact Katie Hodges at AMHA,
katie@morganhorse.com
, (802) 985-4944 ext. 401.
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Big News for Stallion Owners!
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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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Prizelist for Nationals Available Online
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If you are not a subscriber and would like a copy, contact Peggy Hatfield at
peggyhat@aol.com
, (316) 755-0395 with your name and address. It will also be available at shows across the country this summer!
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How To Qualify For Nationals
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AMHA Champion Title Program
Update
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At its December 2017 monthly meeting, the AMHA Board of Directors voted to make changes to its popular Champion Title Program. All changes take effect April 1, 2018.
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The yearly fee will be raised from $15 to $25 for horses, with a maximum total of $250 to be paid for enrollment. Yet with the fee increase comes the addition of counting retroactive reserve championships to a horse's record! Previously, reserve championships did not count retroactively, they only counted if a horse was entered for the current show season. Reserve championships are worth 1 point, except for Reserve World Championships which are 2 points each.
Horses currently enrolled in the program must notify AMHA of reserve championship points; points will not be automatically added to a horse's record. The fee to add reserve championships to an existing enrolled horse is $25.
Is your horse enrolled in the program or are you wondering if your horse is a champion? Do it now before the prices go up! Contact Chris Koliander at (802) 985-4944 ext. 402 or
chris@morganhorse.com.
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AMHA's Equitation Medal Program
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Do you know what trainers Kelly Kraegel, Nikki Rae Woodworth, Mary Carlton, Shanna Gish, Stacy Hennessy, and champion amateurs Allyson Nord Wandtke and Ling Fu Wylie all have in common? Each one has won an AMHA silver medal and went on to win the gold!
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AMHA recognizes excellence in equitation by its AMHA Medal classes, which are held at local all-breed shows across the country. Any rider under age 22 who are AMHA members are invited to compete in the Saddle Seat, Western Seat, Hunter Seat on the Flat, Hunter Seat Over Fences, Reining Seat, and Dressage Seat classes. Those who place first and second in an AMHA Silver Medal Class qualify to participate in the Gold Medal Finals at the Grand National. The highest AMHA equitation honor, Gold Medals are awarded in each of the six seats.
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Youth Council Applications Open!
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AMHA is looking for youth leaders to join the Youth Council!
The council members have the important job of promoting Morgans and Morgan youth programs, they work together on community service projects, they offer advice on AMHA’s youth programs and work to get more youth involved with horses. The youth council members are great role models, and their involvement with AMHA youth programs looks great on a resume! To apply, please fill out
t
his form
and email it to
Katie@morganhorse.com
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US Equestrian Offers Free Fan Memberships
to AMHA Members
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Providing educational opportunities and bringing the joy of horse sports to as many people as possible, US Equestrian is pleased to offer all AMHA members a complimentary FAN membership! Special offer available for any level AMHA member who is currently not a member of US Equestrian.
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As a US Equestrian member, you have full access to the US Equestrian Learning Center, which is a vast library of educational videos featuring lessons and insider tips, including the most recent breed video with trainer, Tim Roesink; a subscription to US Equestrian Magazine, mailed four times a year to members in the U.S.; access to USEF Network coverage, which gives up- to-the-minute coverage of equestrian sport, culture, and news including more than 5,000 hours of live and on-demand content; plus much more! Discounts at many retailers including Dover Saddlery, SmartPak, John Deere, to name just a few.
- Choose "individual" account type
- Choose "I don’t know" when prompted "do you have an existing ID?"
- To locate your USEF ID number, enter your first and last name, then click "search account"
- Locate your account record and click "create account"
- Click "continue"
- Create a username and password
It's that easy!
If you have questions, you can speak with one of US Equestrian's customer care agents, who will be happy to assist you. Call (859) 258-2472, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time.
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US Saddle Seat Team
Wins Double Gold at
2018 Saddle Seat World Cup
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July 10th, 2018
By US Equestrian Communications Department
Posted by AMHA
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The U.S. Saddle Seat World Cup Team emerged victorious at the 2018 Saddle Seat World Cup this week, winning the gold medal in both the three-gaited (pictured right) and five-gaited divisions. Led by their coaches, Jonelle Chovanec and Hilary Wilcox, and team mentors, Cindy Mugnier and Barbe Smith, the team of 12 athletes represented the United States to face-off against teams of top saddle seat equitation riders from Canada, Namibia, and South Africa at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky., July 4-6.
Following the U.S. in the three-gaited division, Canada earned the silver medal, South Africa the bronze, and Namibia placed fourth. In the five-gaited division, South Africa earned the silver medal and Namibia earned the bronze.
Competition kicked off in full force on Wednesday, July 4, with Phase 1 where the U.S. three- and five-gaited teams came to impress judges Jaco Jonker (South Africa), Lewis McKim (Canada), and Kent Swalla (U.S.) with their skill and horsemanship in group railwork and individual workouts.
The 2018 U.S. Saddle Seat World Cup Three-Gaited Team Members was comprised of
Morgan rider, Victoria Walz of Rancho Santa Fe
,
California
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as well as Lauren Arquilla, Michael Arquilla, Kaeley Arterburn, Kaylee Atkinson, and Nicole Rodriguez.
The three-gaited team produced strong individual pattern tests, catching the eyes of the judges. "The [three-gaited] team did a really, really great job,” said Wilcox. "They nailed all their points and put in clean rides all the way around. I was very pleased with the fact that they rode incredibly smart, and it is clear they put in really good work at home to be ready for it.”
The 2018 U.S. Saddle Seat World Cup Five-Gaited Team members included Joan Benjamin, Haley Berget, Ainsley Budzinski, Matt Huke, Anne Pateman, and Reagan Upton.
The next day brought Phase 2, where the competition remained fierce. "I’ve had an opportunity to judge an invitational and the World Cup in 2016 and I see an incredible growth in ability from all the teams,” said Mugnier. "I think the sport is getting stronger and the competition is getting very strong, very stiff. It’s a level playing field.”
Amongst such tough competition, U.S. riders continued to shine. "I really couldn’t be prouder of our team this year,” Mugnier continued. "They worked as a cohesive group, they were willing to sacrifice and put their wants on the backburner to do what was best for the team and what we felt would be most successful. And they did it willingly, happily, and with a big smile, and that was a priceless gift.”
You can relive the excitement by watching the 2018 Saddle Seat World Cup on demand on the USEF Network.
US Equestrian would like extend a special thank you to the Canadian, Namibian, and South African riders, coaches, and supporters for another great year of competition, learning, and friendship.
Thank you to all of the volunteers and generous partners and supporters who have helped make this event possible, including grant support from the USA Equestrian Trust and ModJods, official practice jodhpurs for the U.S. team.
For additional information or questions regarding the Saddle Seat World Cup, please contact Lori Nelson, Senior Director of National Affiliates, Competition and Alliance Partner Relationships, by phone at (859) 225-6957 or via email at
lnelson@usef.org
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Stay up to date on the U.S. Saddle Seat World Cup Team by following USA Saddle Seat on Facebook and US Equestrian on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Use #USASaddleSeat and #JointheJoy. Learn more about saddle seat equitation and all of US Equestrian’s 29 recognized breeds and disciplines in this Learning Center video.
Photo by Stevie Bagdasarian
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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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AMHA Awards Grants to Morgan Shows
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In 2018, 10 percent of the net from AMHA's Stallion Service Auction was made available for the AMHA grant program for financially challenged USEF Morgan competitions.
The 2018 show grant recipients are: Colorado Classic Horse Show, the Lippitt Country Show, the Mother Lode Morgan Horse Show, Nebraska Morgan Horse Show, the New York State Horse Breeders Horse Show,
Oregon Morgan Classic
, and the Tri-State All Morgan Horse Show.
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Are You a Fan of AMHA on Facebook?
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Facebook recently announced that it’s changing its newsfeed so you will see more posts from your friends and family. That's great news, but you may mean you will see less posts from AMHA and all our Morgan pages!
To ensure you keep seeing updates from Sharing Carrots, Say Hay, and The Morgan Horse magazine, head over to the Facebook page, click the arrow to the right of the "Following" button under the cover photo, and select "See first."
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Update on USDF All-Breeds Awards
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At AMHA’s recent board meeting on February 16, it was determined that AMHA will return to acknowledging five placings in all categories in 2018 for the USDF All-Breeds Awards. Beginning in 2018, AMHA will require a $25 fee per horse to be paid to be declared eligible for the All-Breeds Awards as several of the other breed associations already have in place to help defray the increasing costs that USDF is passing on to its affiliates. Additionally, AMHA will now require that the owner of the horse be a competing (Standard level) member of AMHA.
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AMHA appreciates the feedback we received from our dressage community regarding the 2017 season. We are pleased to return to recognizing five placings for the All-Breeds Awards. We look forward to promoting Morgans in dressage and wish all of our dressage competitors a great 2018 season!
If you have any questions about this program, please contact Katie Hodges at
Katie@morganhorse.com
or (802) 985-4944.
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USDF Offers Educational Opportunities
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Throughout 2018, the United States Dressage Federation (USDF) will be offering unique and dynamic educational opportunities geared towards the selection and development of the dressage sport horse. All relevant information regarding each event is included below, along with links to the events on the USDF website and a brief synopsis of what attendees can expect to experience.
USDF Sport Horse Seminar, held in conjunction with the USEF Dressage Sport Horse Breeding Judges Clinic
o DG Bar Ranch: Hanford, CA
o August 5-6, 2018
o Instructors: Kristi Wysocki & Hilda Gurney; “S” Dressage and “R” Dressage Sport Horse Breeding Judges
o This two-day seminar focuses on the understanding and evaluation of the dressage sport horse, and combines classroom and hands on demonstrations with live horses. This seminar will touch on judging methodologies, along with evaluations of conformation, movement, and mechanics, and also serves as a prerequisite to become a USEF Dressage Sport Horse Breeding Judge. Registration is open to both participants and auditors.
USDF Sport Horse Prospect Development Forum
o Sonnenberg Farm: Sherwood, OR
o October 20-21, 2018
o Instructors: Scott Hassler & Michael Bragdell
o This event features a live forum approach with an emphasis on providing a correct, fundamental system for starting sport horse prospects. There is usually an in-hand component to the forum as well, with at least one forum Instructor demonstrating the ties between in-hand and under saddle training. Demo riders and horses are utilized for the forum, with the horses generally being three and four-years-old. Interested riders with appropriately aged horses are encouraged to apply to serve as demo riders, while auditor registration is available for attendees.
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2017 AMHA Annual Report Online
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AMHA Posted Revised
USEF Morgan Rules for 2018
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The following USEF Morgan Rules recently were passed by the USEF Board during its annual meeting. Each rule has a different effective date, so please review each one closely.
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The 2019 Convention
Be Sure To Save The Date!
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The Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show® is pleased to announce verbal agreements with the following judges for 2018:
ENGLISH/CLASSIC/PARK:
Josh Greer, Missy Hanover, Phil Price, Sandy Sessink
HUNTER/WESTERN:
Jolene Galvin, Richard Petty, John Wich, John Whalen
HUNTER SEAT EQUITATION:
Julie Addante, Cary Bartz, Gayle Lampe, John Power
SADDLE SEAT EQUITATION:
Betsy Boone, Maria Gilman, Mary Orr, Renae VanZomeren
WESTERN SEAT EQUITATION:
Julie Addante, Cary Bartz, Gayle Lampe, John Power
CARRIAGE:
Mickie Bowen
HUNTER/JUMPER:
Joey Brumbaugh
TRAIL/REINING/RANCH:
LaRae Powell
DRESSAGE
:
Gail Hoff
WESTERN DRESSAGE:
Donna Longacre
Plans are underway for another great show in Oklahoma City showcasing some of the greatest Morgans in the world.
Competition at this year's show begins Saturday, October 6 with three shows daily through Saturday, October 13. Show times will be at 9 a.m., 1 p.m., and 7 p.m. each day.
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AMHA is always looking for striking, beautiful photos of Morgan horses with or without people for a variety of different avenues including breed promotion, the website, Facebook, and other projects. Do you have a lovely photo of your Morgan? Email it to us! Criteria is for color photographs, at least 300 dpi, and horizontal. Background must be pleasing, horses must be clean, and 8 x 10 photos are preferred.Email your photos to
chris@morganhorse.com
. We look forward to seeing your Morgans!
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AMHA Announces New Distance Championship
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AMHA is thrilled to announce an opportunity that has been two years in the making – the first ever, AMHA Distance Championship (50-mile ride) which will take place in
Henryville, Indiana on Friday, October 26, 2018.
AMHA has partnered with the Arabian Horse Association to offer this first ever American Morgan Horse Association 50-mile National Championship for horses registered with AMHA. This breed specific championship runs concurrently with the 50-mile OPEN (all breeds) ride. Your entry fee of $155 covers both the 50-mile AMHA ride entry AND the concurrent 50-mile OPEN ride.
Not quite ready for a 50-mile ride? The overall event being held Thursday October 25 through Sunday October 28 offers a variety of options for Distance Riders of all levels.
Other options Morgan enthusiasts may find appealing include:
• 100-mile OPEN (all breeds welcome) Ride, Saturday
• 25-mile Limited Distance Challenge, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
(made up of three, individual, 25-mile a day rides)
• Competitive Trail Ride (Sunday)
Qualifications for the AMHA 50-mile ride include:
• Horse must be registered with the AMHA
• Rider must be an active competing member of AMHA
• Horse must have a minimum of 100 Lifetime miles completed
• Horse must have completed in a minimum of 2 different 50-mile rides sanctioned by AMHA, AHA, or AERC (must be able to verify)
• Horse must be at least 5 years old on the day of the ride
• Entries must follow all rules and pay all fees as outlined in the event flyer and registration form
Please spread the word so we can have a great “MORGAN” turnout at this inaugural event! You can find more information about the ride on the AMHA website (including the event flyer, entry blank, etc.) at: https://www.morganhorse.com/competitions/distance_championship
We can’t wait to see you and your Morgan there! Plan on attending? E-mail AMHA Executive Director Carrie Mortensen at
execdir@morganhorse.com
and let her know she’ll see you there.
Being a NEW program for AMHA, we of course, welcome membership comments and thoughts. Good luck!
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AMHA Board of Director's Second Quarter Meeting 2018
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Below you will find highlights from the AMHA Board of Directors Second Quarter Meeting, which took place April 28, 2018, in Atlanta, GA. Following the Board highlights are the individual “Regional Reports” from your directors.
Second Quarter AMHA Board Highlights
• Meeting:
The Standing Committee meetings were held on Friday, April 27 (Registry, Bylaws and Finance). In addition, the American Morgan Horse Educational Charitable Trust also held a Board of Trustees meeting on this same day. The Board meeting was held on Saturday, April 28.
• AMHECT:
The AMHECT trustees led by 2018 President Mike Goebig reviewed their purpose, goals, and pending projects. They established 4 ad-hoc committees to begin work including annual budgeting, financial reporting and disclosure, development of a directors’ guide, updating the AMHECT website and reviewing grant applications and procedures. The final review of the 2018 Sebring and Honstein grant applications was completed and will be announced shortly. It was reported that the 2017 audit will be available to the trustees for review sometime “mid-May.”
• Registry:
There continues to be an upward trend in registrations and transfers and at the time of the meeting, the Registry reported all transactions are being processed with a turnaround time of one week. Registrar Erica Eulau attended the Buckeye Morgan Horse Sale with the AMHA booth and reported great enthusiasm from attendees and the collection of nearly $2,000 in AMHA fees (memberships/transfers/registrations/etc). We expect the transfers from the sale to be arriving in the office shortly. Member requests were reviewed and the Board also considered a member appeal. There has been an increase in the number of mares bred and various registry statistics were reviewed which are available on the "Members Only" section of the AMHA website.
• Bylaws:
Several clarifications to the Bylaws were reviewed that pertained to updating references of mail to “mail and/or e-mail.” A pros and cons list of increasing the number of AMHA Directors was discussed and it was determined that it was in the best interest to give the smaller board a couple more years before making any final recommendations. The Bylaws Committee was charged with researching what similar organizations require regarding director attendance at meetings and consequences for Board members violating procedures.
• Finance:
Fund balances of the various accounts and investments were reviewed. It was advised that cash on hand is a little more than $10,000 greater than last year at this same time. The Rainy Day Fund loan payments approved at the First Quarter meeting have begun and it is steadily being rebuilt. Almost 200 more memberships have been processed year to date March 31, 2018 as compared to year to date March 31, 2017;an increase in the number of premium memberships is a positive footnote. The accounting summary for the 2018 Convention and Stallion Service Auction was completed. While expecting the Convention to incur a significant loss (due to low attendance), thanks to some very generous sponsorships, the Convention essentially broke even while the Stallion Auction netted a little more than $50,000 to be distributed between the World Morgan Futurity, AMHA Marketing Programs, AMHA Regional Shows, and AMHA Show grants.
• Staff/Administration:
The Publications Department held a two-day retreat on April 12 & 13. The summer newsletter (THE NETWORK) will go to print May 30 and will be mailed to all AMHA members (directly to those not subscribing to
TMH
magazine and bundled with the June/July issue of
TMH
magazine to members who do subscribe). A new “programs” banner was finalized and will be making its debut at various upcoming events. The suspension list is back on track and current while outstanding accounts receivable are at an extreme low thanks to new processes with invoicing and follow up. US Equestrian (USEF) is offering all AMHA members FREE fan memberships if desired. A new US Equestrian Learning Center video featuring the Morgan horse was released. The Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show® reports they have updated (increased) the number of placings that qualify for their show as follows: AMHA Star Rated Shows = 1st through 4th, USEF Licensed Shows = 1st through 6th, and AMHA Regional Shows = 1st through 8th. A NEW and improved Blaze magazine ad has been created for their second quarter issue. Web Statistics were also provided for the Board’s review. The new AMHA Star Awards Program will be announced shortly as staff is currently working with Protech software developers to ensure the proper installation and set up to operate the program. Watch the upcoming Globals for this exciting announcement.
• New Championship:
Two years in the making, AMHA officially has announced the Distance Championship that will be held October 25-28, 2018 in Henryville, Indiana. The office has requested that Board members and general membership alike spread the word and share the press release and flyer as much as possible. Find more information here:
https://www.morganhorse.com/competitions/distance_championship/
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• Buckets Are Back:
After MANY requests, the National Museum of the Morgan Horse will be bringing back the State Bucket fundraiser at the 2018 Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show®. Bucket organizers are being asked to volunteer to coordinate. This year, we will also be awarding bragging rights (and a cool trophy) to the bucket that obtains the highest auction bid AND the most creative bucket! Sign up to organize or assist and get more information by e-mailing Museum Director Amy Mincher at
morganmuseum@gmail.com
!
• 2019 Convention:
The 2019 Convention is scheduled for February 6-9 at the Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa in San Antonio, TX. Lots of new and fun things will be planned to encourage higher attendance rates. It is a resort-style hotel with many recreational activities. Members will soon see early promotions in the newsletter, magazine, website, and social media. Look for early registration contests and fun drawings as well. Mark your calendars now!
• Committees:
The need to spread the “work” more evenly and involve more of the general membership in the governance process was discussed at great length. The Board is currently reviewing the various committee charters and would encourage any AMHA member interested and willing to serve to contact the office to volunteer.
• USEF Safe Sport Initiative:
The Board once again reviewed (per USEF’s request), the pending rule change that would require any Professional (defined by USEF’s rules) to complete the Federation approved Safe Sport Training. The Board continues to support this concept, but has not changed their concerns about implementation and enforcement.
• Compliance:
In compliance with AMHA procedures, the 2018 Voter List is properly posted on the "Members Only" section of the website under Election/Director information and the 2017 Board member “reimbursement” report was provided. The report details will be outlined in the meeting minutes which will be posted on the "Members Only" section of the website once officially approved.
• 2018 Quarterly Board Meetings:
The remaining 2018 Quarterly Board Meetings are scheduled for the following dates and locations: Third Quarter: September 7 & 8, 2018, at the Denver Airport Marriott at Gateway Park in Aurora, CO. Fourth Quarter: November 9 & 10, 2018, at the Embassy Suites Dallas (DFW) Airport South in Irving, Texas. Call-in information will be available closer to the dates of the meetings and will be provided on the AMHA website. 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 emailing
execdir@morganhorse.com
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Steven Handy
Kate Kirsch
C. A. "Tony" Lee
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Hello to the Eastern Region!
We have just returned from a busy and productive AMHA Board Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia. We had a member join us and it was wonderful! If you are able to come to future Board meetings held near you, please feel free to join us. Your company is welcome.
Memberships are strong and the registry is busy. Grand National qualifications have changed for the better and the show committee has preparations for another fantastic event well under way. The AMHA has announced the first ever AMHA Distance Championship. This 50-mile ride is to be held on October 26, 2018 in Henryville, Indiana. If you ride your Morgan in distance rides, or have always wanted to, now is your chance to compete with other Morgan horses at this first ever AMHA Championship event.
The auctioning of State Buckets is back for 2018. This event, held at the Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show®, raises money for the National Museum of the Morgan Horse by auctioning buckets of goodies from each state. We hope you will help your state be represented in this great cause. The weekend was jam packed full of meetings and discussion with much accomplished for our incredible breed.
As always, if you have any thoughts or concerns, please feel free to reach out.|
Kate Kirsch
Eastern Region Director and Vice President of Finance
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P Vicki Bennett
Kris Breyer
Harlan Grunden
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Greetings,
We just returned from a lovely meeting in Atlanta. It was actually SPRING there, with flowers and everything! It is finally warming up here in northern Illinois. Foals seem to be everywhere this year, hopefully boding well for our breed.
Illinois Horse Fair, Midwest Horse Fair, Iowa Horse Fair, Hoosier Horse Fair, and Minnesota Horse Expo are over and seemed to have been well produced promotions for the Morgan horse. If others have been held, we have not gotten any news.
Central Region Director, Harlan Grunden attended The Buckeye Morgan Horse Sale that was held April 6-7 in Ashland, Ohio. It was a well attended showcase of Morgans. There was standing room only and many layers deep on ringside. If you wanted a front row seat, you needed to get there early. More than 260 head of top-quality horses was consigned and many were broke well enough to go into the show ring. AMHA had a booth there and AMHA Registrar Erica Eulau was swamped by folks renewing memberships, transferring horses and starting the process of getting horses registered.
There will be another opportunity for Morgan horse purchases the auction way coming up May 18-19 in Shipshewana, Indiana, at the Morgan and Morgan-cross sale. There are 140 head consigned there, and they filled very quickly. At both of these sales, they have a stallion presentation to show the Morgan stallions standing in the area. The vast majority of these horses are Amish broke to drive and have been exposed to many different types of driving environments.
Many shows of various types and other horse activities are coming up in our region. We hope that Morgans will be well represented in all disciplines and equine events.
We would dearly love to be notified of dates for these events and to support them. Please
contact any of us with news of your events and activities.
Kris Breyer
Central Region Director
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Carol Fletcher
Mari Sanderson
Terri Sturm
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Hello,
I just returned from our quarterly Board meeting. We had a great meeting. The highlights from the meeting are above. I want to welcome new Western Region board member Terri Sturm and Eastern Region board member Steve Handy. I look forward to working with you.
The National Museum of the Morgan Horse is once again hosting the “State Bucket” silent auction fundraiser at the Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show.® We are asking for volunteers to organize buckets of goodies from specific states. Two awards will be given (along with bragging rights) in the categories of “Highest Bid Bucket” and “Most Creative Bucket.” Contact Amy Mincher, NMMH Director at
morganmuseum@gmail.com
or 802-985-4944, ext. 501 to inquire which states still need organizers.
Best Wishes,
Carol Fletcher
AMHA Western Region Director
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President’s/Western Region AMHA Director’s Message
Hi Folks,
I just returned last weekend from the second quarter AMHA Board of Directors meeting. Above, as always, you will find a brief synopsis of the meeting. Previous minutes are available on the website under the "Members Only" section. The minutes from this meeting will be available once transcribed and approved by the Board. If you really want to know what is going on within AMHA, I encourage you to read them. The weekly global that goes out to all members has valuable information, so be sure to read it before you delete it.
We are preparing for the Morgan Medallion Classic. The dates are July 25, 2018 – July 28, 2018. The location is Earl Warren Showgrounds in beautiful Santa Barbara, CA. Judges are Mark Bodnar and Cee Cee Moss-Giovannetti. We hope to see you all there. This is only one of two regionals left in the Western Region, the other being Far West.
My term as AMHA Board of Director is coming to an end February of 2019. I have been encouraged by other Board of Directors and emeriti to run for another term. I spoke my husband and after much soul searching, decided to run again. There is so much left I want to accomplish for the breed and as President and as a Board member I have a better chance of helping that come to fruition.
The buckets are back! After a year hiatus it was decided to reinstate the silent auction at the Grand National. For those who have no idea what I am talking about; someone from each state will be in charge of gathering items to go into a 5 gallon feed bucket. The items should represent the state you have volunteered to fill a bucket for. For more info go to the AMHA website or read your weekly global email. I will provide the bucket for California. Please contact me at
morgan4show@att.net
to let me know what you want to donate. Bring it to Nationals or send it with someone else if you aren’t attending this year. The fundraiser is to help differ the cost of digitizing the museum items. Western Region Director, Terri Sturm is organizing the Nevada bucket. Contact her at
terri@stolenacesfarm.com
if you would like to help her with that or assist with other western region states! You can sign up to be an official organizer by contacting Museum Director Amy Mincher at
morganmuseum@gmail.com
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Thank you all. It is an honor serving all of you as an AMHA Board of Director and as President of AMHA.
Mari Sanderson
AMHA President/Western Region AMHA Director
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Greetings from Las Vegas,
I’ve just returned from Atlanta where I attended my first face-to-face Board of Directors meeting as the newly elected Director for the Western Region. The existing Board members were very welcoming and I was able to hit the ground running. However, even with my 25 years of prior board experiences, I realize I have so much to learn and will be focusing my time on educating myself. There is so much history to absorb and I am very grateful to everyone who has been willing to share their knowledge of all things Morgan with me. I’m also very appreciative of those constituents who made an effort to reach out to me prior to this meeting to discuss their opinions and concerns. Remember that I serve as your representative and will do my best to always be accessible.
In my role as a Director for the Western Region, I intend to compile a list of ideas and concerns brought to my attention for discussion at future Board meetings. Please feel free to reach out if you have something to add and I will work to prioritize and manage things.
All my best and I hope to see you down the road.
Terri Sturm
AMHA Western Region Director
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Updates to AMHA Board and Standing Committee Minutes
Meeting minutes are posted to the website once they are officially approved by the Board of Directors. Please note, while the Board and standing committees are now current, minutes for the various working committees still need to be updated. We will post another notice when those have been properly updated as well.
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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You told us you missed the Museum Auction buckets at the 2017 Grand National & Morgan World Championship Horse Show®, so
THEY ARE BACK for 2018!
Now we need volunteer organizers to represent all the states and Canada too! This year, a new twist will award the bucket donors prizes in two categories:
Highest Grossing Revenue
and
Most Creative
. Get bragging rights and a trophy to back it up! Proceeds will benefit the cataloguing and digitization project of the National Museum of the Morgan Horse.
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Included in the last section of this newsletter:
Activity Calendars & MHAO Board Info
2018 Northwest Horse Show Dates
2018 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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