An American Legacy - The Morgan Horse |
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MAY!..can you believe its May already?! Wow, this year seems to be flying by! I can hardly believe in a little under 6 weeks we will be hosting our signature event, the Oregon Morgan Classic. The show is June 15th to 18th held at the Oregon Horse Center in Eugene. We are looking forward to extending our hospitality to all our exhibitors with their beautiful horses and to spectators at the show. Our show Chair, Karen Breckenridge, and her co-chair husband
Jim have been working nonstop to ensure that MHAO puts on a first class show.
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There is a lot that goes on behind the scenes and much of the Breckenridges' personal time is dedicated and sacrificed to ensure that MHAO puts forth a top notch event. Their job includes everything from setting up special rates for hotels for our exhibitors, to the selection of the officials, to making sure all the I's are dotted and T's are crossed with our host venue. AND trying to make sure our costs are kept affordable and reasonable for all exhibitors. Not an easy job to do! As we all know, prices are increasing in almost every aspect of everyday living, but Karen has managed to keep the rates for the horse show near what they were last year.
No matter how hard we work at keeping exhibitor costs down, we need your help. We offer sponsorships opportunities from as low as $50 for a class all the way up to Patron/Corporate levels of $1,000 with different levels in between. We even offer an advertising package for $25 some businesses may prefer. In addition, there are custom packages that are available that can be tailored to meet the request of the sponsor.
If you are interested in being a sponsor, no matter the level or amount, please contact :
The Oregon Morgan Classic is the ONLY Morgan horse show in Oregon.
Please help support the show in whatever way you are able.
Kathy Christensen, MHAO President
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Click here to read a draft of the General Membership Meeting Minutes from
April 9, 2022.
Next meeting via conference call:
May 18, 2022. MHAO members are always welcome. Contact Kathy Christensen if you would like to attend at
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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 in turn can support you and our wonderful breed.
Your club needs your support to help us continue with our Youth programs and our promotion of the Morgan Horse.
Membership Chair, Doana Anderson
(503) 250-2500
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Are You Attending Competitions? |
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Don't Forget!
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
in the history books
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(Robbi Sues Ragtime x After Dark Intrigue)
Open
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(Futurity French Command x Liberation Starbrite)
$2,700
Lamar Schlabach
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(ATMF Superstition x ATMF Gold Charm)
$700
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(Hollybrook Stage Rage x Schiaparelli)
Open
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(ICF Reasonably Certain x Seasons French Fantasy)
Open
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(Spellcaster x Annika)
$1,600
Richard Miller
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(Stonecroft Masquerade x CBMF Crown Jewel)
$875
Alison Darby
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(DBA Street Talk x AFF Little Liza Jane)
Open
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(Simply Maserati x Surprise Party)
$1,525
Alison Darby
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(Courage of Equinox x Quietude Martinique)
$700
Dallas Bolen
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(Mizrahi x Heaven Can Wait)
Open
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(Primavera Valdez x Kizans Sonita)
Open
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(Indian Creek Highlander x Cache)
$850
Jennifer Grady
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(Irish Entertainment x
JMF Beam Along)
Open
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(Liberation First Star x Ryan's Pure Silk Lady)
$700
Alison Darby
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(Roberto Cavalli x Abby Lane)
$1,400
Alison Darby
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(Kerry Top Hat x Perfecta Elise)
Open
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(Hollybrook Stage Rage x Schiaparelli)
$1,325
Lyle Miller
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(LPS The Boogie Man x Rowenda Belleek)
$1,425
Joanne Galvin
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(Finallys Mr Amos Frick x Par Bets Facination)
Open
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(Chief Of State x Trailhead Shy-Ann)
$500
Sabrieta Holland DMV
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(Whippoorwill Aristrocrat x Whippoorwill Calisto)
Open
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(HVK Santana x Kerry B Spangled)
Open
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Stall At OMC
$115
Kathy Christensen
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Full Page Ad in the
MHAO Breeders' Cup Futurity Booklet
$50
Lynn Pichette
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Our thanks to all our wonderful donors and bidders!
What would we do without you?!?
Your support and participation means everything to us, and is responsible for our success in bringing in $14,465 this year. Proceeds from our auction are used to support the MHAO Breeders' Cup Futurity.
Open horses are still available for their minimum bid amount on a first come, first served basis until May 15th. Call Gay if interested.
We were light on "Other Items" this year. My apology. Family challenges limited my time this year. Watch for a Silent Auction section at the Oregon Morgan Classic specifically to be used to support the MHAO Futurity. That area &/or the items dedicated to the Futurity will be clearly labeled. Other items there will be in support of OMC & our Scholarship Program.
The winner of the drawing for a 2-page centerfold spread in this year's Futurity Booklet was Tony Lee for Astronomicallee! Congratulations Tony!
MHAO offers the only Stallion Service Auction & Futurity in the Western Region. We are here to support our breeders and stallion owners. Our futurity program is designed to support the training of young horses.
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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ATTENTION!! LAST CALL!!!
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 |
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The Premium Booklet is out and has been mailed!
Entry Deadline Is May 25, 2022
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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
Call 541-284-0707
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.
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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.
Are you interested in being a sponsor? We could really use your support.
All donations & sponsorships help. Here are the packages we offer -
large and small options available:
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
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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 & to set up vendor booths
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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Why Kentucky Is The Horse Capital Of The World |
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With both the Land Rover Kentucky Three-day Event and the Kentucky Derby running back-to-back weekends, the state of Kentucky is to become a hive of activity.
Lots of information, history and statistics in this article. Click here to read more.
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An Article On: Saving Endangered Horse Breeds |
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The Endangered Equine Alliance was launched to help preserve the now-rare breeds that helped form our nation.
The "traditional Morgan" is listed as endangered.
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The AMHA Response To This Article |
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A Word from the American Morgan Horse Association President
We want your readers to know America’s oldest breed, which began with the birth of the colt known as Figure in 1789, is thriving today.
Your article references the inventory kept by The Livestock Conversancy when it states, “…fewer than 100 traditional Morgans—horses whose pedigrees are absent of outcrosses after 1930—were registered in 2016.” The accompanying table also listed “Morgan (traditional)” among “Breeds Needing Conservation.” The term “traditional” is a designation of the Livestock Conversancy, not of the Morgan Horse Registry. The term “traditional” does not describe an entire breed, it refers to specific bloodlines within the larger breed. It is our experience this statistic is often misconstrued by the general public.
Last year saw 2,011 new registrations of purebred Morgans, up more than 13 percent from 2020. For comparison, this figure is very close to the number of newly registered Arabians in the United States and significantly higher than new registrations of American Saddlebreds. More than 2,600 mares were bred in 2021, a 9.4 percent increase from the previous year. There are as many as 70,000 living Morgans. Breeding activity is fueled by a healthy demand for this versatile breed.
As the longtime recorder of purebred registrations, AMHA celebrates our unique breed, its bloodlines, colors, and the diverse disciplines in which it performs. The Morgan horse is not endangered.
Sincerely,
C. A. “Tony” Lee III, President,
American Morgan Horse Association
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From Christian Heidorf:
Morgan Tiger, son of Gifford Morgan and Morgan Star, son of Black Hawk, both stallions, owned, trained and driven by Amos H. Rockwell. This team were driven bridle-less with a 10 foot whip. He exhibited this very special team of Morgans in every state in the Union -- except during the Civil War when most states were focused on some other issues. In 1865, he exhibited this team in New York City to the acclaim and wonderment of many onlookers. "...demonstrated to all beholders the Morgan's strongest attributes, which are great intelligence coupled with docility and fearless courage." Country Life, vol 17, 1910.
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April Driving Clinic With Lisa Singer |
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In April, northwest folks enjoyed a clinic with international competitor and clinician, Lisa Singer.
Liz Goldman, Dallas Bolen, and Lana & Bruce Jackson had a full three day weekend in Granger at Will & Teresa Bron's lovely farm. They have a big dairy on one side of the road and raise Freisians on the other side. Nothing like having a dozen big black upheaded hairy thundering young Freisians come galloping up to the fence line every time you take a driving horse down the alley towards the arena!
The clinician was Lisa Singer from PA & SC, a multi titled international competitor and she was gracious, informative, and funny. Each of us had three lessons in dressage, cones, and hazards which was the most fun as we were a group of us three along with all the auditors crowded around as we'd walk, trot and canter through the Bron's professional obstacles under the watchful eye of Lisa who helped us with lots of technical input.
For a treat she picked Chip (Sutton Remembrance) to drive through herself and with a modest "I've never driven this horse before" she took off around the back of the place at a high trot and came into the hazard with all cylinders firing. Happily, Chip was effortless, smooth, and speedy! Earlier in the weekend I'd bashfully suggested I wanted to try Intermediate level and not knowing my driving skills she remained noncommittal. After her lightning turn with Chip she leaned down, grinned at me, and whispered, "Yes! Your horse can do it! You go along for the ride!" Heady stuff.
Liz Goldmann
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Flash Cards - Have Fun & Learn, Too! |
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Are you looking for an educational and fun activity? Check out the AMHA Flash Cards!
There are three different sets available: Parts of Tack, Parts of the Horse, and Name the Parts. Challenge yourself, your Youth Team, or your Club! Available online HERE
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April 9, 2022 at Kardia Equestrian Center in Springfield |
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Excellent clinic April 9th with Mary Jane Brown! We had 6 riders, from in-hand to inexperienced novice to advanced riders & horses. MJ covered Ranch Pleasure, Ranch Riding and Trail, adapting level of difficulty to each pair, and covering pattern execution, scoring, showmanship, and obstacle strategy & execution. Lunch was provided by MHAO during the Spring General Membership Meeting. Thank you Mary Jane for sharing your expertise and knowledge, thank you to attendees, and thank you to Rhea Turner for hosting our clinic at the Kardia Equestrian facility again!
Erin Silver
Our thanks to Mary Jane for all the personal attention to our riders.
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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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The Morgan Horse April/May Issue is Online
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The April/May issue of the The Morgan Horse is now available to all subscribers to read online. The issue features a Roundtable Survey of Canadian Morgan breeders plus the always popular “Morgan People” profiles of personalities in our community with colorful backstories. Go to morganhorse.com and use your log-in information to access the digital issue today!
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TMH - Morgan Breeders' Tour |
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“The Morgan Breeders' Tour” is a discounted,
full page, advertising special in the June/July 2022
issue of The Morgan Horse magazine.
It is literally intended as a catalog of breeding activity and an inventory of young stock in the Morgan breed today. The templated pages provide an opportunity for breeders to list your stallions, mares and young stock, including prospects for sale. See full details of the layout and the information advertisers will need to provide in the graphic below.
Feel free to contact Stephen or Kim at the email or phone number listed.
Be included and get seen in this affordable promotional special.
Deadline: May 20th
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UMPQUA FIRE KING AKA PHILBE. | NETPOSSE ID #4815 HAS BEEN FOUND!!! - Philbe has been missing since 11/20/21. We received a message from his owner that said, Philbe has been found!!!
"Long story short.....someone had seen the flyer and recognized the horse", says Erin Silver. "Just wanted to let you know Philbe, black Morgan stallion, that was stolen from Salem Oregon back in November has been found! Working with authorities at this point."
We want to thank everyone for sharing and caring, and for posting flyers. We keep saying that flyers work. Here is another example.
Every report has a printable flyer on the website. Please, make an effort to print and post them. You never know when someone will walking into an establishment months later and see the flyer.
Not home yet, but will be soon! He is being held in an undisclosed location pending further investigation. He was found still in Oregon, and had changed hands several times. Somewhere along the way he was gelded. We hear he is in good health. Great news to have him back in his owner's control!
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Coming Soon!
Rocket - The Miniature Morgan Horse
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I'd like to share the cover for my forthcoming book, Rocket: The Miniature Morgan Horse. What makes this cover extra special is that the artist, Heidi Osgood-Metcalf, is the niece of my original artist, Jeanne Mellin.
This is the first book in a new series, for readers ages 7-8. And like my other books, this one is based on a real horse, er, pony, named Rocket. He's my heart pony, frequently very naughty and very opinionated, but he always makes me laugh. And he's half Morgan. His daddy is a Morgan and his mom, a short, pudgy, Shetland pony. The book is at the printer now, and will be out in July.
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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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Employment Opportunities with AMHA |
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AMHA is looking for two great candidates!
· Contract Labor Assignment-The Morgan Horse magazine (Remote - Logistics/Traffic Manager)
· Part-Time, Temporary-The Morgan Horse magazine (At the AMHA office - Scanner)
Resumes/Cover Letters are being accepted.
Click here to learn more about these opportunities.
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Morgan Promotion Discussion - Live on Facebook |
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Friday, May 13 - 7:00-8:00pm Eastern Time |
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Facebook prohibited our last scheduled Live. Looks like I’m finally in the clear to host a Live again.
We are very sorry for the cancellation. We were as upset as everyone else. This is rescheduled date. LIVE WILL BE HELD ON MY PERSONAL PROFILE PAGE.
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Go to my profile at the specified time and it will be streaming. Tap the video for full sound and picture.
Please share and spread the word since we don’t have as much time as last time to spread the word and foregoing event invite in case that was a trigger for banning our discussion. This is public and can be shared to any profiles, pages or groups from my page. I share to local horse and disciple specific groups and homestead groups as well or any group that may have interested members. Click my name below to go to my page.
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From The Oregon Horse Council |
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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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Click flyer to go to event on Facebook |
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Trinity Trail Events hosts fun and challenging obstacle trail events that cater to all ages and levels of riders. Our Buckles & Bling Summer Trail Challenge consists of nine separate events in June, July, and August.
We pride ourselves on creating events that challenge the horse and rider and help increase overall horsemanship. You can expect a wide variety of obstacles that focus on precision, confidence, ground manners and your relationship with your horse. Our events rarely use the same obstacle twice so you will get a unique experience each time. We also focus on having FUN and can confidently say we have the BEST community of riders that attend our events!
EVENTS
Each weekend:
Friday 3-5 p.m.: In-hand competition on the mountain trail obstacle course.
Saturday & Sunday: Trail challenges on the park's trail system.
To register and for more information, visit:
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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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9th Annual Morgan & Morgan Cross Sale |
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Location: The Michiana Event Center -
455 E. Farver,
Shipshewana, IN 46565
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Schedule of Events
Friday – May 13
Driving of Sale Horses - 12pm
Horse Sale - 1pm
People’s Choice Yearling Event - Following Sale
Stallion Presentation - Following Yearling Event
Saturday -May 14
Driving of Sale Horses - 7:00 am
Horse Sale - 8:30 am
Admission is free. Phone-in bidding will be available. Please make prior arrangements. Sale Committee and Sale Day Contact: Ernie Yoder 260-499-0092. AMHA Registrar Erica Eulau will be present at the sale to assist with registrations and questions.
Click HERE to view the sale catalog.
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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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Young Adult Alliance Donates to Harry Sebring Memorial Scholarship |
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The AMHECT Young Adult Alliance is excited to share that they have generously decided to award a $3,000.00 donation to the Harry Sebring Memorial Grant. This grant gives AMHA members, under the age of 40, funds to further their equine education, skills, or proficiency and/or provide equine-related experiences and education to promote the grant recipient's business endeavors. It was created in memory of the incredible Harry Sebring, a renowned Morgan Horse trainer, by his family. He always wanted to see young adults excel personally and professionally in the industry. This donation will ensure the |
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grant continues to provide resources for those eligible AMHA members who would like to further their equine education. Proceeds from the hugely successful Pie-A-Trainer fundraiser at the 2021 Morgan Grand National, along with existing funds, helped make this contribution financially possible.
Stacey Myers, YAA Co-chair, had this to say about their donation, "Harry Sebring was instrumental to the ideas that helped form the Young Adult Alliance. Continuing education within the breed is part of the YAA's mission. We feel it is essential to ensure the sustainability of the Harry Sebring Memorial Grant and honor Harry. YAA's donation will continue education for the future of the Morgan Breed."
For more information on the Harry Sebring Memorial Grant, please click HERE.
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WDAA International Challenge 2022 - A Virtual Event |
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WDAA World Championship Horse Show -
Prize List Available!
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The 2022 WDAA Western Dressage World Championship prize list is now posted online!
The show runs from Tuesday, September 27th to Saturday, October 1st, 2022 at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
There is a chance to win the WDAA Harmony Award Saddle and sponsorship opportunities are available and welcomed. Click here to learn more.
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ARE YOU PROTECTED BY OREGON'S EQUINE ACTIVITY STATUTES?
Equine Legal Solutions has created new Oregon-specific forms to make sure that our Oregon forms customers can take full advantage of the protections offered by Oregon's statutes limiting equine liability. For a limited time, we're pleased to offer our customers a 50% discount on the new forms. Just enter coupon code OREGON50 at checkout.
Article:
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Your Business Card Here
Just $10 for 12 months
Other Options:
Full page - $25 per issue
Half page - 15 per issue
Quarter page - $10 per issue
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.
Only a few rooms left in our block! Get your reservations in NOW!
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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ATMF Sondancer
(Higuera Sondarling x WM Chantilly Lace)
1986 - 2022
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Today, we said goodbye to our old man, ATMF Sondancer. He has been a part of our family for over 26 of his 36 years, first as a dressage/hunt mount for me. He took me through many of my first horse related experiences…many shows, trail rides, OHSET events and even one very balanced pretty and SLOW barrels run! He then went on to tackle the western arena with my sister Katie Hardy, and they were quite a pair. They showed western pleasure and even tried drill team and team penning!
He was the sweetest most honest and reliable boy. He was a little on the lazy side but could be counted on to take even the youngest of riders safely around the ring. He taught many to ride and love horses and has touched so many hearts in his many years. He will be so Incredibly missed.
Sondancer truly was our “Million Dollar Horse” and for us, there will never be another like him.
Jaime Zimel
A farewell to a long time family member is never an easy thing.
Our hearts go out to the Hardy family.
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SBS In The Mood
(Troutbrook Alexander x SBS Putting On The Ritz)
1999 - 2022
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“A horse gallops with her wings, Perseveres with her heart, And wins with her character “. Tesio
SBS In The Mood, aka Reba, was a very unique character, and her little whinny every morning for her breakfast will be missed. She ne - ver had a foal, we were afraid she’d lick it to death! She was a National Champion, a Regional Champion and pulled a sleigh through the snow with ease.
Brenda Hansen-Coats
Doug & Brenda, we are so sorry for your loss.
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Eine Kline Dee
1986 - 2022
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Another wonderful horse has left us. Eine Kline Dee, a dear sweet Morgan mare who taught hundreds and hundreds of people to ride. Eine retired to my home farm in 2020 and spent her last years in happy contentment. She was 36 and had a peaceful end, no colic or trauma, she'd just run her course. Eine had special friends, Karen Miller, Erin Diffley, Wanda Kupersmith and Mary Jo Sarver who doted on her in her later years, Diane Ford and Patty Lebon from earlier in life. Eine will be fondly remembered and missed by many. She served cheerfully as a school horse in my riding program for 21 years teaching thousands of lessons. It was tradition that everyone rode her in their first class. If they were beginners, she taught them to ride and if they thought they knew how to ride but really didn't, she let me know. It was a privilege to work with her and to share her lovely long life.
Catherine Cloud
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Today we are deeply saddened. April 29th my mother, Yvonne Sekyra, passed suddenly while at the barn doing what she loved. Thank you to everyone that was there to help and support us. Please pray for us as we grieve the loss of a wonderful mother, wife, grandmother and friend. I am truly humbled by the support we have received and thankful for my Northwood Farm Family and all of you who reached out. We are truly blessed for your friendship .. Thank you.
Tracy, Jim, Ryan and Alex and Micheal
Erin Baker wrote: “I’m really glad we're all such a tight-knit group up there [the Northwood Farm]. Sally and I went up yesterday and nearly every client (past and current) was out at the barn helping Tracy and swapping stories."
Yvonne Sekyra operated Northwood Farm as a full service Morgan horse facility located in Buckley, Washington, just a 20 minute drive from Seattle and featuring a glorious view of Mt. Ranier. The farm is owned by Michael & Yvonne Sekyra and offered breeding, training, instruction and sales in all disciplines.
Raised on a large farm in Canada, Yvonne grew up raising, training and showing Saddlebreds and Hackney horses. This later evolved into a successful career training Morgan horses. She also had experience working with various disciplines including Hunters, Jumpers, Dressage and Reining horses in several different breeds. Her knowledge throughout the equine world was vast and expansive, with many years of hands-on experience to her credit. Yvonne moved to Washington State in the late 1980s and built a reputation of honesty and integrity throughout her years in the horse industry. Most of her clients stayed with her an average of 10 years, but many were with her twice that long and introduced second and subsequent generations to her.
Yvonne was an avid campaigner for the Morgan breed. She participated in everything from Breyer horse exhibitions to the Seattle Pancho Auction, as well as the prestigious Spruce Meadows Masters exhibition. She also exhibited in mall shows at the West Edmonton Mall (one of the largest malls in the world) to promote saddle seat breeds. Additionally, Yvonne prided herself in introducing non-Morgan horse owners to the breed.
The riders and horses she has taught and/or trained have won countless championships at local, regional and world level shows. Yvonne specialized in providing instruction to amateur and junior exhibitor competitors and their equine partners. Yvonne trained the 2010 World Champion AMHA Youth of the Year, the 2009 and 2008 Reserve Champions, and also the USEF Junior Sportsmanship Award recipient.
There are no words to say how shocked we are at losing Yvonne and how much our Morgan community will miss her. Our prayers go out to her family, clients, and many friends.
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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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