Stable Sheet - April 2022 |
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An American Legacy - The Morgan Horse |
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Get the most out of this newsletter -
For those viewing this newsletter for the first time, it is published in three sections. At the bottom of each section you will be prompted to click a link to go to the next section. Be sure to "click here" where indicated to continue reading.
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Morgan greetings to you all-
Ahh, spring...where the flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping and the horses are shedding! I always look at the horses shedding as natures way of providing the birds with new building materials
and it gives the humans the "feel" of their horse. Oh, I'm getting itchy just thinking about it!
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I want to take this opportunity to remind people of three events that are happening this month and encourage you to perhaps participate in them. The first event is the clinic, Pattern Precision ..with a focus on Ranch and Trail to be held on Saturday, April 9th, at Kardia Equestrian Center in Springfield, OR. This topic was selected as that the ranch and trail division is gaining more attention as a youth, amateur and family friendly segment of showing . We are fortunate to have Mary J Brown of Diamond B Arabians as our clinician. Mary Jane has a wealth of knowledge and is heavily involved in the ranch division as a competitor as well as a judge. Here is a wonderful opportunity to gain insight from a highly respected professional. There are several riding spots open as well as opportunities for auditors to attend. If you are interested, please contact Erin Silver, Silver Mesa Morgans at silvermesamorgans@msn.com.
Your second opportunity is to join the board during the lunch break (1:00 PM or 1:30PM) at the clinic on April 9th, as MHAO will be holding its yearly Spring General Membership Meeting.
You are invited! Free Lunch!
While most of the MHAO Board Meetings are held via conference calls, this meeting is an opportunity to gather all of us together to discuss MHAO business. All MHAO meetings are open to the membership, but this is a chance to come and meet your board directly and offer suggestions, help, or ask questions of those you elected. Please RSVP to me, Kathy Christensen at mike-kak@Q.com so that we have a head count for the lunch we will be providing. This club is for YOU and without YOU, we are not a club.
Please participate! We want to hear from YOU!!
Finally, we are in the last few weeks of bidding in our Stallion Service Auction. Gay Adams has placed 24 stallions in the auction representing a variety of lines coming from across the country. Other items are being added. If you are looking to breed your mare this season, you have the opportunity to bid on some of our breeds finest stallions. You may not be aware of this but did you know that our stallion auction is the only one in the Western Region supporting the only remaining futurity in the Western Region?
If you are in the market for a stallion, please check out the auction. Bidding closes on April 16th at 3:00 PDT so don't delay! For questions or further information, please contact Gay Adams at sunstonemorgans@comcast.net.
Kathy Christensen, MHAO President
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Click here to read the Board Meeting Minutes from March 16, 2022
Next meeting: The MHAO General Membership Meeting April 9th on the lunch break at the MHAO Spring Clinic.
Everyone is Welcome!
Come Join us!
See below for more information.
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MHAO Spring Clinic &
General Membership Meeting
April 9th, 2022
10am - 5pm
Time is Short!
Please Plan on Attending!
Come Join Us!
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Pattern Precision
Still A Few Rider Spots Available.
Get registered NOW!
Auditors welcome!
MHAO General Membership Meeting
will be over the lunch break at the Spring Clinic
April 9th, 2022
Clinic from 10am - 5pm
MHAO Meeting will start at 1pm or 1:30pm
Kardia Equestrian Center
36887 Wallace Creek Rd
Springfield OR 97478
Lunch will be provided
RSVP Requested for clinic or meeting
Come Join Us!
Everyone is welcome!
For RSVP, more information or to register
Contact Erin Silver - (971) 600-8933
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Time To Renew Your Membership
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Membership renewals are out. Most have been sent via email. For those without an email address, your renewal has been mailed to you.
If MHAO is to continue offering its programs including the Oregon Morgan Classic, we need you as a member. Please make any changes on your list of horses, etc. and email or mail back your membership renewal as soon as you can, but no later than March 1st. Instructions are on your renewal form.
New members or those who have not joined for awhile are always welcome.
Click here to see if you have renewed yet or not. Information as of March 16th. We need you! Please renew today.
These are hard times for clubs. We need your support so we can support you.
Membership Chair, Doana Anderson
(503) 250-2500
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Alert to all MHAO members |
As an MHAO member, if you sell a Morgan horse to a first time Morgan owner, that first time Morgan owner qualifies for a free MHAO membership in the year of purchase. Fill out a membership form for them and send it to Doana. Be sure to make a note that they purchased their horse from you. Again, the horse needs to be purchased from an MHAO member to qualify, & it needs to be the new owner's first Morgan. We will do all we can to earn their membership renewal for a fee from that first year forward. |
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Help MHAO grow, and help that new Morgan owner get integrated into the Morgan community. We look forward to welcoming them. They do not need to reside in Oregon. |
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We are so grateful for our members!
Without you MHAO & its programs ~ including the Oregon Morgan Classic Horse Show ~ would not exist.
Please join or renew today!
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Are You Attending Competitions? |
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Turn In Your Results To Collect Points Toward The MHAO High Point Program |
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MHAO Breeders' Cup Futurity |
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Will you have a foal born this year?
Don't forget to get them nominated to the MHAO
Breeders' Cup Futurity.
Show off your breeding program!
for your 2022 foals
Click here to download a Futurity Class Entry Form
This year we will return to our normal class schedule for the Futurity. However, there will be continued discussions about our program over this coming year. If you have any input for us to consider, please email it to Gay Adams. The only change we have made is to remove any reference to color. Color does not affect conformation and is not included as the conformation standard of the Morgan horse. We welcome Morgan horses of color to be entered in any of our Futurity classes.
Gay Adams, MHAO Breeders' Cup Futurity Chair
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The MHAO Stallion Service Auction Is
Open For Bidding
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(Robbi Sues Ragtime x After Dark Intrigue)
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(Futurity French Command x Liberation Starbrite)
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(ATMF Superstition x ATMF Gold Charm)
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(Hollybrook Stage Rage x Schiaparelli)
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(ICF Reasonably Certain x Seasons French Fantasy)
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(Stonecroft Masquerade x CBMF Crown Jewel)
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(DBA Street Talk x AFF Little Liza Jane)
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(Simply Maserati x Surprise Party)
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(Courage of Equinox x Quietude Martinique)
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(Mizrahi x Heaven Can Wait)
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(Primavera Valdez x Kizans Sonita)
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(Indian Creek Highlander x Cache)
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(Irish Entertainment x
JMF Beam Along)
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(Liberation First Star x Ryan's Pure Silk Lady)
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(Roberto Cavalli x Abby Lane)
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(Kerry Top Hat x Perfecta Elise)
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(Hollybrook Stage Rage x Schiaparelli)
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(LPS The Boogie Man x Rowenda Belleek)
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(Finallys Mr Amos Frick x Par Bets Facination)
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(Chief Of State x Trailhead Shy-Ann)
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(Whippoorwill Aristrocrat x Whippoorwill Calisto)
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(HVK Santana x Kerry B Spangled)
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Offering An Exciting Line-up Of Wonderful
Morgan Stallions
The Auction Close Date is April 16th at 3pm PDT
Those without access to bid online can call in their bids to Gay.
Click here to go to the MHAO Stallion Service Auction website.
Other items and services
Being Added
Let's Get Some Excitement Going For The
Morgan Horse In the Western Region!
MHAO offers the only Stallion Service Auction in the Western Region. Proceeds from the auction support the MHAO Breeders' Cup Futurity which is the only remaining futurity in the Western Region. We are here to support our breeders and stallion owners.
For questions or assistant, contact Gay Adams, SSA Chair
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Reserve Your Spot Now For An Ad In The 2022 MHAO Breeders' Cup Futurity Booklet |
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Full Page (7.5"x10" or 8.5"x11" + bleed room) - $90
Inside front or back cover (8.5"x 11" + bleed room) - $100
Half Page (7.5"x 5") - $60
1/3 Page (7.5"x 3.5") - $40
1/4 Page (3.75"x 5") - $35
Business Card (3.5"x 2") - $25
Stallion Directory Section -
(3.75"x 5" in a set format) - $30
Ads due by June 1st.
10% discount for MHAO Members or multiple ads.
Contact: Gay Adams, (503) 936-4276
sunstonemorgans@comcast.net
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This booklet is distributed at the three largest shows in the Western Region - the Oregon Morgan Classic, Morgan Medallion, & the C-Fair Charity Regional - and at Nationals. We use it to promote the donated stallions, the futurity horses that are nominated, and the Morgan horse. Publication costs are covered by the ads placed in the magazine. Get your ad request in today!
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Cover still under development |
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MHAO Humanitarian Award Nominations Requested |
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Nominations due by
May 1st
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It is the intent of the MHAO Humanitarian Award to honor and thank those especially generous members who courageously help rescue and care for animals and people impacted by disasters.
Members of MHAO are dedicated to the health and welfare of animals and members of their communities. Many volunteer and donate generously to various causes. Indeed this organization wouldn’t exist without those who contribute their considerable time and talents. It is not surprising our members would do whatever they could to help others, especially during a time of crisis. This award was initiated in 2021.
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Qualifications:
1. Member of MHAO at time of service, or a member of the Morgan community.
2. Nominated by member or non-member
3. Submission of at least one brief written description of the nominee’s exceptional community service and impact.
4. Nominations and essay submissions will be reviewed and nominees contacted before acceptance.
Award:
1. Framed certificate of honor.
2. Articles in Newsletter describing each nominee’s exceptional service.
3. Inclusion in half page ad in next year’s Directory/Futurity honoring all MHAO Humanitarian Award recipients.
4. Submission of article about MHAO Humanitarian Award and its honored recipients to The Morgan Horse Magazine.
Do you know someone in our club who should be honored as a hero? Nominate them today!
This award was created & is sponsored by Patricia Carlson,
Humanitarian Award Committee: Julie Nygaard, Karen Breckenridge, Diane Pixlee.
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ATTENTION!!
MHAO Alexandra Mooney Memorial Scholarship Fund - Applications Are Now Open
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Close Date Is May 15th
MHAO Members Of Any Age May Apply -
So Can Past Recipients!
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Click here to download information and the application form.
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Donations to the MHAO Alexandra Mooney Memorial Scholarship are always welcome |
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Help us continue this tradition. Donations are always welcome. Applications are accepted from any MHAO member of any age pursuing continuing education. This program is not limited to college attendance. It is open for all types of secondary or trade type continuing education as well.
Thank you Mary Grimes and Neil & Sally Plumley for your support of this program.
Questions, contact: Sara Breyman,
(503) 930-8421, tripledjb@aol.com
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Oregon Morgan Classic Update
The Premium Booklet Is Out!!
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The Premium Booklet is out and has been mailed!
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Announcing Our Show Hotel
It is graduation time in June - we recommend you
Make Your Reservations Now!
Our reservation of a block of rooms will only be available for a short time.
Holiday Inn Express
919 Kruse Way
Springfield, OR. 97477
Reservations for our block of rooms
is available starting
March 1st - Ending April 29th
Call 541-284-0707
Request the Oregon Morgan Classic 2022 group block
First come, first served
Rate $159 plus tax
Hot buffet breakfast complimentary every morning
Oregon Morgan Classic
2022 Sponsorship Packages
Released
We are looking for Corporate Sponsors, Vendors, and donations to our Silent Auction at the show.
Call to action!
Please share our Corporate Sponsorship package information with anyone you do business with or that you know of that is involved in or serving the equine industry to see if we can garner their support. New options & benefits are being offered. Items or small amounts are welcome. Custom packages are also available.
All donations & sponsorships help.
Click here to see our Corporate Sponsorship Packages
Click here to see our cover letter to go to possible Corporate Sponsors
Click here to view our Patron Sponsorship Packages
Your primary MHAO contact is Karen Breckenridge, OMC Show Chair
Contact her with any information, questions you have, or for assistance and the tracking of sponsorships and donations
Karen will work with:
Gay Adams in collecting ads for our sponsors & donors
to go onto the TV Loop at the show
Shelley Bullard to handle the collection and set-up of the OMC Silent Auction
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Silent Auction At The Oregon Morgan Classic |
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Yahoo! Show Season Ahead!
Oregon Morgan Classic is on the horizon, and we need your help to make it the best party ever.
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As usual there will be a SILENT AUCTION at this show.
NEW and very gently used items find new homes
where they are loved and appreciated,
AND your donations help support the show
& the MHAO Alexandra Mooney Memorial Scholarship.
Think about it.
What is sitting in your tack room, closet, or….
And will never be enjoyed.
Let me know what you have to donate.
Thanks in advance.
(Filling in for Kathy this one year)
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A Request For News From Members |
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Karen Weiderman would love to showcase you and your horse in the Members section of the Stable Sheet newsletter (Section 2). Send her a story with some pictures.
She is also looking for stories from Morgan owners on how and when they got into the Morgan breed and what they have done since then.
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"Meet A Morgan" Program From AMHA |
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Click here to go to the "Meet A Morgan" webpage
Click here to download the "Meet A Morgan brochure
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Are you looking for a place to take riding lessons on a Morgan horse? Or maybe you would like to "meet" one? Does your farm offer lessons, training, sales? Have you checked out the "Meet A Morgan" page on our website?
If not, please visit our page. Farms from across the country are sharing their information to help folks find a Morgan, take lessons or obtain training. To list your farm, at no charge, please contact Nikki Scovotti via email or by calling (859) 448-5109.
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Gladheart Black Harris Represents The Morgan Breed At The Northwest Horse Fair & Expo |
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Another Northwest Equine Expo in the books!
Here is a fun shot of Maus, Kim and Dolly Hannon from one of the local papers as well as a few other candids. I hope to have some video to share later.
Thank you to Kim (as always!), Francy (for putting the demos together), Dolly Hannon for being a super clinician!
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Gladheart Black Harris and Kimberlee Barker, with dressage clinician Dolly Hannon. |
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Gladheart Black Harris and Kimberlee Barker. |
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We are so grateful to those who show their Morgan horse to the public. Thank you Nadette Stang. Gladheart Black Harris always impresses all who see him. |
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The Morgan Horse Source
Wednesday, April 13, 2022 - 5pm PDT
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The AMHA Youth Council is bringing you another episode of The Morgan Horse Source. Join them as they chat with "The Hat Lady" Terri Deering, "Queen of Hats and Hair!"
It all starts at 8pm eastern, Wednesday, April 13. Click the Zoom link below to join. See you there!
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 854 7803 5235
Passcode: 350432
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For more information on the AMHA Youth Council or to see past issues of the Morgan Horse Source, go to
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PBS NATURE’S “AMERICAN HORSES” IS AN HOUR OF EQUINE ESCAPISM |
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Did You Miss It? Here's Your Chance To See It |
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“American Horses” is a cross between a love letter and a survey course of the country’s equestrian legacy. Profiling four of the most iconic breeds in the nation—the Mustang, the Morgan, the Appaloosa, and the Quarter Horse—it crisscrosses the country, interviewing experts in each breed and filming in places where each horse has had the most influence.
Viewers are introduced to the Morgan Horse on the grounds of the University of Vermont Horse Farm in Middlebury, not far from where Figure, the first Morgan, once reigned in the late 18th century. The silhouette of the giant black horse statue at the front of the farm mirrors the beautiful broodmares prancing in the pasture, their foals following behind.
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The connection to the landscape is essential to the ethos in “American Horses,” and the cinematography relies heavily on place. There is very little footage of any of the featured breeds in a show ring or dingy indoor arena. The majority of the feature film is shot outside, like any other Nature episode, leaning in on gorgeous plays of light and stunning panoramic shots.
Click here to access a Preview or to Watch The Whole Episode
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Announcement From Aranaway Farm |
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Aranaway Farm is the oldest Breeding Farm, Training Stable and Riding Lesson facility in Southern Oregon. We have been somewhat dormant for a couple of years. I have had back issues which prevent me from working as hard.
We welcome Cody Locke to the team! Cody has been working young horses for me for a couple years now. He assists in showing horses for sale and is just a great up and coming young trainer!
If you need a horse started or just some good quality riding as a tune up, contact me.
We offer the same top care for your horses with kindness and respectful training.
We look forward to offering training services again!
Mary Anne Morrison, Aranaway Farm
5570 Fish Hatchery Rd
Grants Pass OR 97527
(541) 761-2628
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"The Artist's Horse" DVD - Available Now From AMHA! |
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"The Artist's Horse" DVD is now available for purchase from AMHA online HERE. (Scroll down to the bottom of Page 1. Click "Next," bottom center, to find the DVD on page #2.) The cost is $34.98 ($20 plus shipping, handling, and tax).
Enjoy this lovely, original 1978 video of equestrian art shown comparatively with footage of our Morgan horse in motion. Get your copy while they last!
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From The American Horse Council |
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Nominations Due By May 1st |
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AHC will honor the equine industry’s brightest leaders at its annual meeting and national issues forum on June 5-7, 2022 with the presentation of the Van Ness Award, the Hickey Award, and the Rolapp Award.
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The Van Ness Award is named in honor of the late Marjorie Van Ness of New Jersey, a long-time leader and friend to the horse industry. This award is presented to an individual that best emulates the dedication and commitment of Marjorie Van Ness to the improvement of the horse industry at the state level. The recipient of the Van Ness Award must fulfill at least one of the following criteria:
- Successfully worked to pass legislation that had a beneficial and significant impact on the horse industry in his/her state;
- Developed programs through state government or state agencies that promoted and represented the interests of all horse people in the state;
- Increased awareness, generated interest, and raised the visibility of the horse industry through educational programs and related events.
The Hickey Award is named in honor of past AHC President James J. Hickey Jr., who served AHC from 1993 to 2016. This award is presented to an individual who has been a great supporter of the horse industry and the AHC. The recipient of the Hickey Award must meet the following criteria:
- Exhibited a history of service and leadership to the industry and AHC;
- Made a lasting impact on AHC and the industry;
- Given willingly of their time and expertise with the simple goal of improving the industry.
The Rolapp Award is presented in honor of the late Rich Rolapp, who was President of the AHC from 1974 to 1993. This award is presented to a Member of Congress who has been a great supporter of the horse industry. The recipient of this award is selected by AHC staff and leadership.
Nominations for the Van Ness Award and Hickey Award are due May 1, 2022 and may be sent to the attention of AHC President Julie Broadway
The AHC promotes and protects all horse breeds, disciplines and interests by communicating with Congress, federal agencies, the media and the industry itself every day. www.horsecouncil.org
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From The Oregon Horse Council |
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Equine Health Alert!
Equine Herpes Virus Outbreak in California
Cases Are Appearing In Oregon & Washington, Too
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Click here to go to the California Department of Food & Agriculture for the latest information.
Click here for alerts around the country thru the Equine Disease Communication Center.
Check with your Vet for information on barns around you, and keep your vaccinations up-to-date.
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Central Cascades Wilderness Permits Will be Required This Summer |
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If you want to ride in Oregon’s Three Sisters, Mt. Jefferson, or Mt. Washington Wilderness Areas this summer, be sure to plan ahead. Twenty trailheads in the Central Cascades will require all trail users to have a permit to access the trails from June 15th through October 15th. |
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About 40% of the permits available for a given day will become available at www.recreation.gov in a rolling ten day window before the permit date. The remainder will become available in a rolling window two days before the permit date.
These are the trailheads where Wilderness Permits will be required:
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- THREE SISTERS WILDERNESS
- Broken Top
- Crater Ditch
- Devils Lake
- Green Lakes/Soda Creek
- Lava Camp
- Obsidian
- Scott
- Sisters Mirror
- Tam McArthur Rim
- Todd Creek
- Todd Lake
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- Wickiup
- MT. JEFFERSON WILDERNESS
- Duffy Lake
- Jack Lake
- Marion Lake
- Pamelia Lake
- Santiam Pass PCT
- Whitewater
- MT. WASHINGTON WILDERNESS
- Benson/Tenas
- McKenzie Pass PCT
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Information from Kim McCarrel, NW Horse Trails, passed on by the Oregon Horse Council |
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Kim McCarrel has been an avid trail rider for more years than she likes to admit, and has ridden the horse trails all over Oregon and SW Washington. Her books are must-haves for Pacific Northwest trail riders. They include “Riding Central Oregon Horse Trails,” “Riding Northwest Oregon Horse Trails,” “Riding Southern Oregon Horse Trails,” “Riding Southwest Washington Horse Trails,” and “Riding the Metolius-Windigo Trail.” www.nwhorsetrails.com
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Duchess Sanctuary is looking for an Equine Care Specialist |
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$19.00+ per hour working 40 hours per week. Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more!
Want more information?
Passed on by the Oregon Horse Council
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Oakhurst Equine Veterinary Services |
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Oakhurst Equine Veterinary Services & Thoroughbreds has full-time and part-time openings |
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Oakhurst Thoroughbreds is home to 1996 Kentucky Derby winner GRINDSTONE, Oregon’s famous heritage tree the EWING YOUNG OAK, and a terrific staff and crew! Our Equine Veterinary Services offers full-service equine veterinary care in sports medicine, advanced reproduction and services for stallions and mares, lameness diagnosis and treatment, digital x-ray and ultrasound, prepurchase examinations, general medicine and surgery, podiatry, video endoscopy, equine dentistry, and shock-wave therapy. |
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General Barn & Farm Labor POSITIONS OFFERED:
*Full-Time Year-Round! Looking for a member to join our permanent team! One weekend day (or more if desired) will be required. Four – five days per week.
*Full-Time Seasonal Looking for a Full-Time seasonal, Friday – Monday or Sat-Tues preferred, at least one weekend day will be required. Four- five days per week.
*Seasonal Weekend Position Available – Great student or seasonal extra income job opportunity! Weekend and occasional other fill-in days! Two days per week.
Do you enjoy working hard and take pride in your work?! Do you stop and look at what you accomplished at the end of the day and get excited about what can be done tomorrow?!
Rare permanent opening at Oakhurst for people who are not afraid of HARD WORK, the Oregon rain, or 100 degrees when bringing in hay. The job is primarily cleaning stalls and feeding animals, turning out and bringing in horses, As time allows fixing fence, landscaping, general property maintenance, etc… MUST have horse experience. Pig and cow experience a plus.
Looking for dependability with attention to detail, hard workers and someone who can take initiative. Must be able to take directions and work in a team. We must be able to count on you to be here when you are scheduled to work – animals don’t take days off. Must be comfortable leading and handling horses. We are a professional and clean environment and expect only the best. (this is not a grooming or riding position).
Interviewing immediately!
***Contact Oakhurst with resume to include work history and horse experience**** Bonus points for cow, pig, landscaping or equipment maintenance experience.
Must be physically able to perform the duties of Farm and Agricultural labor. Must be willing to work weekends. This is NOT a riding or grooming position.
Starting $16 -18 /hr. Room to grow.
Holidays, PTO
No on-site living available
Must pass background check
This is a W2 job!
Hours per week: 20-50
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
Dependable — more reliable than spontaneous
Adaptable/flexible — enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
Autonomous/Independent — enjoys working with little direction
18715 NE HWY 240, NEWBERG, OR 97132
503-554-0227
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Can We Improve Hoof Health? |
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Episode 31: How Important Nutrition is for Horse Hoof Health and Why You Need to Pay Attention
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On this episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr discuss:
- What are the key nutrients that impact horse hoof health?
- Which types of horses struggle with hoof issues more than others?
- Are there any types of feeds or forages to avoid if a horse has hoof issues?
- Do you know what horse hooves and hair have in common?
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See more articles and news from the Oregon Horse Council in Section 3 of this newsletter. |
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Information from Green Hill Morgans |
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After their recent fire, Green Hill Morgans is offering two mares for sale:
GHM Forever Liberty, foaled in 2007, Bay, by GHM The Patriot out of Bridger Joy
GHM The Patriotic Lady, foaled in 2005, Brown, by GHM The Patriot out of Futurity's Lady Of Honor
Please help us spread the word.
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Morgan Power To Be Featured At The 2022 Symphony Of Horses! |
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Exciting news from Bob Funkhouser of Saddle Horse Report...
United Professional Horseman’s Association Chapter 14 is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its Spring Premiere Horse Show by bringing back the renowned Symphony of Horses. The special performance will take place during the show on the evening of Friday, April 22 at the Eastern States Exposition Center, in West Springfield, Massachusetts, featuring the 35-piece Best of Boston Orchestra and guest star, Broadway’s and Disney’s Josh Strickland. A crowd of 3500 spectators is anticipated for the evening spectacular.
The greatest lineup of horses ever assembled for a symphony event includes a host of world champion Morgans, including; Graycliff Tony GCH, Ledgefields Jagged Edge, Sensationalist, Bay State Guinness CH, LCK Stardust, SPR Wing It GCH, The Optimist, Winterset Thymeafterthyme, WMS Hot August Knight GCH, Dragonsmeade Varvatos GCH, Nanton’s Revolution GCH, and Indiancreek Recordbreaker GCH.
These celebrated Morgans, along with noted American Saddlebreds, Hackneys, and Friesians are prepared for the show of shows.
Tickets are on sale now. Purchase tickets HERE!
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Horses in Ukraine: How To Help |
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As conflict continues to rage in Ukraine, the situation grows more dire for equestrians evacuating the war zone with their horses.
The Ukrainian Equestrian Federation Charity Foundation (UEFCF) estimates upwards of 100,000 horses are in the country and in need of resources.
“…many of the horses are caught up in the war, with no possibility to flee and seek safety, with no shelter and care,” the UEFCF writes.
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The Horse Network has compiled a list of resources currently accepting donations.
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The Foundation for the Horse Accepting Gifts for Ukrainian Equine and Veterinary Medical Relief |
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As the devastation unfolds from the war in Ukraine, many in the equine and veterinary communities have asked how they can help. Through The Foundation for the Horse, the charitable arm of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), you can make a financial gift to those providing emergency relief and support, including veterinary organizations and the horses and animals they care for.
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Start Preparing Now For Wildfire Season & Other Possible Emergencies |
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Click here for more information on how to become prepared.
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Yearly Update Sent From AMHA To Judges |
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The yearly update from the AMHA Judges Education Committee (March 2022) was sent to our judges this week and is available for all to review.
The letter contains some excellent information and reminders for our judges and exhibitors alike. To read the letter, please click HERE.
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California SpringFest Horse Show |
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April 21-24, 2022
Murieta Equestrian Center
7200 Lone Pine Drive, Rancho Murieta CA 95683
Entries closed April 6th
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The California Springfest offers a full slate of classes for American Saddlebred Horses, Morgan Horses and Open to All-Breed classes, Academy Classes, and a limited number of Roadster and Hackney Pony classes, Saddle Seat Equitation and Carriage Pleasure Driving Classes.
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We are an equestrian magazine designed to market the equine world in a revolutionary way in print and online. Started by Caitlin Snyman, she started The Equestrian Guide in 2017 as a digital publication that turned into a print edition on special occasions through 2021. The idea was to create something dramatic and stunning to feature our clients inside of to distribute at their shows... Something to showcase our design work, editorial coverage on topics that we think should be at the forefront of the industries conversations, and do it all at a cost that is affordable. |
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The print editions are a beautiful 9 x 12, slick page magazine with a soft touch cover material that gives it an extra look of high quality and elegance.
In 2022, The Equestrian Guide is launching as a regularly distributed equestrian book, bound for horse shows and digital readers all over the country.
For more information, to subscribe, or to see past issues, click here.
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Upcoming Gayle Lampe Saddle Seat Clinic |
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Gayle Lampe, Adjunct Professor of Equestrian Science at William Woods University, will be holding another Saddle Seat Clinics at the University:
April 30 - May 3, 2022
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There will be a lot of riding at this clinic. In addition, the group will visit several training barns in the nearby area.
To learn more about the clinic, contact Gayle Lampe at:
573-590-1221 (cell) ~ 573-642-5169 (home) ~ 573-592-4395 (barn)
Location: William Woods University ~ One University Avenue ~ Fulton, MO 65251
Equestrian Studies Undergraduate Programs
90 years of equestrian leadership
The first university in the United States to offer a four-year degree in equestrian science, William Woods has been the name to know in equestrian studies since 1924. The William Woods University programs combine a strong theoretical foundation with the riding, teaching, training, and business skills you will need for a successful equine career as a trainer, teacher, or manager in the booming $112 billion equine industry.
Our large, modern equestrian complex will provide you with an excellent educational experience in both classroom and field. Our traditional approach to horsemanship involves the four disciplines of Dressage, Hunter/Jumper, Saddle Seat, and Western.
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An Article About Eitan Beth-Halachmy |
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Better than Fiction: The Founder of Cowboy Dressage
Ingenious, original, and influential, the visionary founder of cowboy dressage grew up on Hollywood westerns.
March 28, 2022
Life can surpass the best of fiction, particularly for someone like Eitan Beth-Halachmy, the founder of cowboy dressage. Called “8” by his friends, he first came on the radar of many horse enthusiasts for his performances in the opening ceremonies of the 2006 and 2010 FEI World Equestrian Games, where hundreds of thousands of fans flocked to Aachen, Germany, and Lexington, Ky. Over the last 10-plus years, there has been explosive growth and a worldwide embrace of the horsemanship culture he created.
Click here to read the article that appeared in the May 2021 issue of Horse Illustrated magazine.
For more information on cowboy dressage or to become a member of Beth-Halachmy’s Educational Horsemanship Program, visit www.cowboydressageworld.com.
Our thanks to Jan Gingold for sharing this information with us.
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DRESSAGE THE COWBOY WAY
The Complete Guide to Training and Riding with Soft Feel and Kindness
EITAN BETH-HALACHMY & JENNI L. GRIMMETT, DVM
FOREWORD BY JACK BRAINARD
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Key Classic Benefit Horse Show Update |
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May 4-8, 2022
Evergreen Equestrian Park
Monroe WA
Close Date is April 8th
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Key Classic Sponsors Needed!
Sponsorship Deadline - April 18th
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Why is being a Sponsor/ Advertiser of Key Classic so important?
Your Entry fees and fees for tack rooms, stalls, bedding, and office do not cover the entire cost of putting on our show.
Sponsorships help cover the costs of what makes our show SPECIAL:
Ribbons, Purses, Trophies, Youth Activities and Special Event
Help us make Key Classic Special!
*Sponsor classes
*Advertise your business
*Support our youth
*Step up and become a Corporate Sponsor.
****Thanks for your Support of the Key Classic Benefit Horse Show****
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Thank You For Your Support
Let The Fun Begin!
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Calling All Youth!!!!
Join us Friday, May 6th, from 4-6:30 for a pizza party and some fun! We’ll meet in the covered warm up arena. Bring your own wheelbarrow for wheelbarrow races and more!!
See you there!!
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Just $10 for 12 months
Other Options:
Full page - $25 per issue
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Discounts for multiple months
Free classifieds!
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To advertise in the Stable Sheet, contact Gay Adams - (503) 936-4276 or
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Important Information - Morgan Medallion Room Availability |
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AMHA was informed that the ONLY rooms still available at the South Point Hotel for the weekend of the Morgan Medallion Show are those rooms being held under the show's room block.
If you are planning to attend, you may want to make your room reservations right away. To get access to the room block and show rate, please place the code MOR0721 (three letters and four numbers) in the box labeled "Group Code" when making your reservation. DO NOT put the code in the box "Promo Code" or it will result in an error.
Show Dates: July 21 - 24, 2022
Show Location: South Point Equestrian Center - Las Vegas, NV
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To Help You Update Your Calendar: |
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2022 Morgan Show Dates:
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March 17-20, 2022 - Carousel Charity Horse Show, Westworld of Scottsdale, Scottsdale AZ
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April 7-10, 2022 - Diamond Jubilee All Breed Horse Show, Del Mar Fairgrounds, Del Mar CA. Updated date & location information still needed.
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April 21-24, 2022 - California SpringFest Horse Show, Rancho Murieta Equestrian Center, Rancho Murieta, CA
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May 4-8, 2022 - Key Classic Benefit Show, Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Monroe, WA - 5-day show
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May 12-15, 2022 - Silicon Valley Horse Show, Pleasanton Equestrian Center, Pleasanton CA
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June 15-18, 2022 - Oregon Morgan Classic, Oregon Horse Center, Eugene, OR.
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July 21-24, 2022 - Morgan Medallion Regional Show, South Point Equestrian Center, Las Vegas, NV
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August 3-7, 2022 - C-Fair Charity Morgan Regional and Open Show, Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Monroe, WA - 5 day show
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August 25-28, 2022 - PNW Morgan Show, Tacoma Unit, Spanaway, WA.
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September 2-4, 2022- Oregon State Fair, Salem OR (still to be verified). MHAO will have a promotion booth going at the show.
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September 1-4, 2022 - Mother Lode Show, Rancho Murieta Equestrian Center, Rancho Murieta, CA
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October 8-15, 2022 – Morgan Grand Nationals and World Championship, Oklahoma City, OK
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December TBD, Jingle Bell Horse Show, Del Mar Fairgrounds, Del Mar CA
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NEW! January 3-7, 2023 - UPHA National Conference, Orlando FL. (includes the AMHA Convention)
Washington State Horse Expo – March 4-6, 2022. Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds. Ridgefield WA. Vendor applications are currently being accepted.
(564) 397-6180.
Clinicians: Richard Winters – Horsemanship, Caeli Cavanaugh – Liberty work, Robert Eversole – Trailmeister. More will be added with information available up to the date of the Expo.
Northwest Horse Fair & Expo – March 25-27, 2022. Linn County Fair & Expo Center, Albany OR. Tentative line up of Clinicians / Presenters!! - Ken McNabb – Horsemanship, Julie Goodnight – Horsemanship, Peggy Cummings - Connected Riding, Rob Peterson, Drill Team seminar and clinic, Wayne Williams - Speaking of Horses. Demonstrations!! - Mane Attraction Rodeo Performance Team, Endo the Blind. Special Event!! - Colt Starting Challenge USA. Muffy Seaton also coming.
Other discipline/facility specialty sites to check for Open Competitions & events:
Please send me information on other facilities or discipline websites that should be included here.
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American Driving Society
Important Dates and Information for 2022
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From The Wheelhorse, February 2022:
· 2022 ADS Rulebooks are now available for purchase in the online ADS Store. Rulebooks will ship the week of February 14.
· February 23, 2022 – “Horse Brain, Human Brain” Webinar with Janet L. Jones, PhD. 6 PM to 7 PM Eastern Time. Dr. Jones will detail equine brain facts to help us better understand and communicate with our horses and ponies. Must be ADS Member. Registration Fee $10. Register at (608) 237-7382 or online.
· April 2, 2022 – Applications for ADS Blue Ribbon Club designation are due.
· April 30, 2022 – ADS Rule Change suggestions are due.
· August 19-21, 2022 - North American Preliminary Championships in Metamora, Michigan. Hosted by the Metamora CDE.
· September 29-October 2, 2022 - North American Intermediate Championships in Wilton, California. Hosted by the Clay Station CDE.
· December 2-4, 2022 - ADS Annual Meeting in Seattle, Washington.
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WH Zimbabwe
(Nairobi x Lady Ann Command)
1995 - 2021
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I have been too heart broken to post this but Oct 26th I lost my beloved WH Zimbabwe. Bob was a horse of a life time and I was so blessed and lucky to have had him. He took the hunter pleasure world by storm than easily transitioned to western pleasure and western dressage . He has blessed many with his wonderful offspring and his legacy lives on through them . I will never be the same without him but wouldn’t change my empty heart and pain for not being able to be his owner, trainer and best friend. He’s was a true show horse, breeding stallion, and in his retirement the keeper of the barn and the gentlest receiver of treats from everyone who loved him! He was all the Littles favorite and was so gentle with them! They all wanted to see Bob first when they got to the barn. Bob blessed me with the only horse I have bred to date and he knocked it out of the park! I know Flaire Of Zimbabwe (aka Rhett Butler) will make his sire proud! Rhett will be as versatile as Bob and is an honor to own.
Julie Adams
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Tragedy struck the farm on the last day of February. Jessie Anne colicked. I walked her as I had done with her two years ago and she came out of it then. But not this time. So I called the vet who came out and did what she could. Although Jessie seemed a little better in the morning, it did not last. We took her, at my vet's recommendation, to the Oregon State University veterinary teaching hospital in Corvallis.
The news was not good. She most likely had what apparently is common in middle-aged and older horses: a strangulating lipoma. And the blood and other work-ups did not look good. They recommended euthanasia. And so my beautiful palomino mare is gone. Her daughter Nightingale has been devastated, but is gradually getting used to having to pal around with Mr. Smith instead of her mom.
Jessie Anne was a very sweet tempered horse, always willing to do whatever was asked of her. I miss her terribly.
Our hearts go out to Linda Fink and her family for this loss.
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Included in the next Sections:
Section 2:
Member News
Section 3:
MHAO Requests
Classified Ads
Advertising Thru MHAO
How to become an MHAO Member
Oregon Horse Council News
USEF News
AMHA News
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