10/21/21
NORTH CAROLINA STATE FAIR '21 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from North Carolina State Fair in Raleigh, N.C. (October 13-16), are online, and can be viewed here.
10/21/21
REMINDER: NOMINATIONS FOR AMHA HONORS DUE BY OCT. 29
To recognize those who have helped make the breed great, American Morgan Horse Association members can nominate their Morgan heroes for a number of special awards. All AMHA awards are based on nominations made by AMHA members. Visit the association website for a listing and description of the awards.
2021 nominations can be made through the Survey Monkey Portal here or by scanning the QR Code located here. Nominations are due by the end of the day on Friday, October 29, 2
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10/21/21
ASB MUSEUM REQUESTING PHOTOS FROM OCALA SHOW
The American Saddlebred Museum is collecting images and information to commemorate the first Ocala International Horse Show. Attendees can help by sending snapshots and memories to the Museum to be preserved in the collection. This crowd-sourcing project is a way for the Museum to expand collections and gather artifacts from today.
The museum is seeking snapshots, behind the scenes, as well as images of the show ring. Send photos with a brief description, including horse, people, location and photographer, to museum@asbmuseum.org. By emailing a photo to the American Saddlebred Museum, the sender agrees that the Museum can include the image in the coll
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10/20/21
ASHBA BILL WISE SWEEPSTAKES WERE A BIG WIN AT ALL AMERICAN
The 2021 American Saddlebred Horse & Breeders Association's Bill Wise Three-Year-Old Sweepstakes held at the All American Horse Classic boasted $20,000 in added money distributed to every participant in the ASHBA Three-Year-Old Sweepstakes classes. This new incentive added by the host show came after program participants voted to keep AAHC as the host show for the Three-Year-Old division of the Sweepstakes.
More than $89,000 in prize money was distributed over the four divisions of the 2021 ASHBA Bill Wise Three-Year-Old Sweepstakes. The largest winner’s share was more than $9,200 and every prizewinner taking home more than $2,100. This year’s champions are:
Five-Gaited: Arrowhead&rsq
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10/19/21
CALL TO ACTION: HELP THE BENNETT SCHOLARSHIP REACH ITS $100,000 GOAL
Established in honor of the memory of Scott Bennett, DVM, the Dr. Scott Bennett Scholarship will continue his life-long legacy of developing young practitioners in the art and science of equine veterinary medicine and surgery. The funds raised will provide financial support to an Ohio State University 4th year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine student who plans to pursue a career in equine medicine, with preference given to a student interested in pursuing a residency in equine surgery.
Once the fund passes the $100,000 threshold, the collective gifts will guarantee annual scholarship distributions forever. The scholarship needs less than $40,000 to reach this goal.
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10/18/21
MORGAN GRAND NATIONAL AND MID-AMERICA MANE EVENT '21 RESULTS, PHOTOS AND JUDGES' CARDS POSTED ONLINE
The results, photos and judges' cards from Morgan Grand National in Oklahoma City, Okla. (October 9-16), and Mid-America Mane Event in Springfield, Illinois (Oct. 14-17), are online, and can be viewed here.
10/11/21
KENTUCKY FALL CLASSIC AND NTASHA/UPHA FALL CLASSIC '21 RESULTS POSTED ONLINE
The results from Kentucky Fall Classic in Lexington, Ky. (October 6-9), and NTASHA/UPHA Fall Classic in Ft. Worth, Texas (Oct. 7-9), are online, and can be viewed here.
10/04/21
ST. LOUIS NATIONAL CHARITY AND ASHAV '21 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from St. Louis National Charity in St. Louis, Missouri (September 28-October 2), and ASHAV in Lexington, Virginia (Sept. 30-Oct. 2), are online, and can be viewed here.
10/01/21
NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR AMHA HONORS
To recognize those who have helped make the breed great, American Morgan Horse Association members can nominate their Morgan heroes for a number of special awards. All AMHA awards are based on nominations made by AMHA members. Visit the association website for a listing and description of the awards.
2021 nominations can be made through the Survey Monkey Portal here or by scanning the QR Code located here. Nominations are due by the end of the day on Friday, October 29, 2
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10/01/21
2022 ASHBA BOARD OF DIRECTORS CANDIDATE NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN
The American Saddlebred Horse & Breeders Association has announced that it is time to submit nominations for the 2022 ASHBA Board of Directors. All ASHBA members are encouraged to submit recommendations for people who will be great candidates for the ASHBA board. To nominate an ASHBA member for consideration, fill out the board nomination form here. Nominations for the 2022 ASHBA Board will be accepted until October 18, 2021.
The ASHBA Nominating Committee will consider the following criteria in reviewing and selecting its recommended slate of nominees: The geographic representation on the Board in relation to the co
The ASHBA Nominating Committee will consider the following criteria in reviewing and selecting its recommended slate of nominees: The geographic representation on the Board in relation to the co
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09/29/21
USEF AMATEUR TASK FORCE RELEASES RULE CHANGE UPDATE AND SURVEY RESULTS
US Equestrian held a webinar on September 22 for the USEF Amateur Task Force to update US Equestrian members on recent progress since the initial webinar in early August. USEF Amateur Task Force representatives Lisa Blackstone and Caitlin Creel presented proposed changes to the USEF Amateur Rule based on the work of the task force this year and member feedback. The team also presented the results of the recent member survey in preparation for the proposed rules to enter the formal extraordinary rule change submissions process.
Blackstone gave an overview of the members of the USEF Amateur Task Force, which consists of nine USEF members from a variety of breeds and disciplines and three USEF staff members. The task
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09/28/21
EASTERN STATES EXPOSITION - BIG E, MONARCH CHAMPIONSHIP '21 RESULTS POSTED ONLINE
The results from Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, Massachusetts (September 23-26), and Monarch Championship in Springfield, Illinois (Sept. 22-25), are online, and can be viewed here.
09/28/21
NWSA FALL CLASSIC AND SOUTHEASTERN CHARITY '21 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from NWSA Fall Classic in Eugene, Oregon (September 22-25), and Southeastern Charity in Conyers, Georgia (Sept. 23-25), are online, and can be viewed here.
09/24/21
JOINT LEADERSHIP COUNCIL OFFERS RELIEF FUND FOR RECENT HURRICANE ACTIVITY
The Joint Leadership Council (JLC) comprised of leadership from the American Hackney Horse Society, American Morgan Horse Association, American Road Horse and Pony Association, American Saddlebred Horse & Breeders Association, and the United Professional Horsemen’s Association, received strong financial support from the show horse community in response to the pandemic. Thanks to the generosity of donors and the equestrian community the JLC Fund and the UPHA Dewey Henderson Benevolent fund distributed more than $86,600 in aid to members in need because of the impacts of the pandemic on their business. The UPHA Dewey Henderson Benevolent fund is a long-established program to assist the UPHA Professional m
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09/24/21
AMERICAN SADDLEBRED MUSEUM SEEKING LIBRARIAN
The American Saddlebred Museum is seeking a part-time librarian. Qualified candidates will hold a Master’s Degree, or be pursuing a Master’s Degree from an ALA-accredited Library Science and/or Information program. They must have experience with library management systems and be familiar with library best practices in cataloguing, database management and preservation. The librarian will: 1) inventory, catalog and organize the museum’s small library of approximately 2,600 volumes of books, magazines and video; 2) identify and preserve (or make a preservation plan) for any items with special needs; 3) make the collection available to the public using OCLC’s Cat Express and LibraryWorld,
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09/23/21
AMHECT SEBRING AND HONSTEIN MEMORIAL GRANTS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The application period for the 2022 AMHECT Sebring and Honstein Memorial Grants is now open. Applications will be accepted through November 1, 2021. These funds have been established to assist American Morgan Horse Associations members with furthering their education and training. Criteria for each is listed below.
The Harry Sebring Memorial Grant is offered to all AMHA members under the age of 40 who would like to further their equine education, skills, or proficiency and/or provide equine-related experiences and education that will further the grant recipient's business endeavors. Harry Sebring was a renowned Morgan horse trainer, and the grant was created by his family in his memory, since he
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09/23/21
WISCONSIN FUTURITY AND LABOR DAY CLASSIC '21 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from Wisconsin Futurity in Oshkosh, Wisc. (September 15-18), and Labor Day Classic in Vista, California (Sept. 16-19), are online, and can be viewed here.
09/20/21
NEW YORK MORGAN REGIONAL AND NORTH CAROLINA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP '21 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from New York Morgan Regional in Syrcause, N.Y. (September 15-18), and North Carolina State Championship in Raleigh, N.C. (Sept. 15-18), are online, and can be viewed here.
09/17/21
2022 AMHA REGIONAL SHOW APPLICATIONS DUE BY OCT. 26
The American Morgan Horse Association has announced that all shows desiring Regional Show status are required to submit an application for the 2022 show season. Please complete the application on pages 9-10 of the Regional Shows Handbook and submit it to the AMHA office by Tuesday, October 26, 2021.
Each year, the AMHA selects up to four USEF Morgan Shows from each region to be its AMHA Regional Championship Show(s). It is at these shows that the best horses from all parts of the region and surrounding areas compete for regional titles as well as the opportunity to compete at the Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show.
To learn more about this program, please read the
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09/16/21
2021 ASHBA NAT'L PLEASURE EQUITATION FINALS RETURN TO ST. LOUIS CHARITY
The American Saddlebred Horse & Breeders Association (ASHBA) has announced the hosting of the ASHBA National Pleasure Equitation Finals at the St. Louis National Charity Horse Show. Phase One and Phase Two of the Finals will take place on Thursday, September 30.
ASHBA once again will be sponsoring a $1,000 scholarship to this year’s winner, $500 scholarship for reserve and gifts to all of the remaining ASHBA Finals competitors. Becker Brothers LLC has contributed a custom shirt for both the reserve and third-place finishers.
The ASHBA National Pleasure Equitation Finals are integral in growing the sport of Equitation and the use of the American Saddlebred Pleasure horse. For
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09/16/21
USEF AMATEUR TASK FORCE SURVEY OPEN FOR FEEDBACK
The USEF Amateur Task Force is requesting feedback on several USEF Amateur Rule changes under consideration by the USEF Amateur Task Force.
This survey can be taken by USEF members and non-members. USEF encourages all its community members to take this survey so USEF can hear the voice of amateurs within each breed and discipline. This will help them get to solutions that meet the needs of the equestrian community.
This survey addresses the first phase of rule changes developed to address member feedback received by the task force and to achieve the goals of providing more access, flexibility and opportunity for amateurs and increased participation in the sport.
SURVEY
-- via USEF
09/15/21
SUMMER'S END '21 RESULTS POSTED ONLINE
The results from Summer's End in Ocala, Florida, September 9-12, are online, and can be viewed here.
09/15/21
ALL AMERICAN HORSE CLASSIC '21 RESULTS, PHOTOS AND JUDGES' CARDS POSTED ONLINE
The results, photos and judges' cards from All American Horse Classic in Indianapolis, Indiana, September 8-11, are online, and can be viewed here.
09/10/21
ACADEMY AWARD NOMINATIONS DUE OCT. 31
The American Saddlebred Horse & Breeders Association has announced that applications for Academy Awards and Master Awards are due October 31, 2021. Applications can be submitted via mail, or via the new online submission form: https://form.jotform.com/212495025897061
More information about the Academy Award and the Academy Master Medal Program can be found here https://asha.net/clubs/youthawards/.
-- via ASHBA
09/07/21
2021 BARTZ IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN
The American Saddlebred Museum has announced that it is accepting nominations for the Keith Bartz Impact Scholarship Award. The award is $1,500 and is given to an individual dedicated to raising awareness of the American Saddlebred and improving the community.
Keith Bartz was an individual who focused his time, talent, and resources on building the American Saddlebred Museum and celebration of the American Saddlebred horse. This scholarship celebrates his life by awarding an individual that exemplifies the same character and achievements.
Scholarship criteria and application information are:
Applicants must be 21 years of age or younger. High school seniors, individuals enrolled in a two-year or
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09/07/21
JUBILEE MORGAN REGIONAL '21 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from Jubilee Morgan Regional in Springfield, Illinois, September 1-4, are online, and can be viewed here.
09/03/21
HALF-SADDLEBREDS TO BE RECOGNIZED AT 2021 AMERICAN DUTCH HARNESS HORSE FINALS
The American Saddlebred Horse & Breeders Association is partnering with the American Dutch Harness Horse Association to recognize the highest placing Half-Saddlebreds at the American Dutch Harness Horse Finals. The Finals will be held at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in conjunction with the All-American Classic Horse Show on September 8-11. The highest placing Half-Saddlebreds in each of the championship classes at the Finals will each receive a commemorative ribbon from ASHBA and a discount for the Half-Saddlebred Registry.
The Half-Saddlebred recognition began two years ago with the Arabian Horse Association at the 2019 US National Arabian and Half-Arabian Horse Show. The 2020 Half-Saddlebred ADHHA Fina
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09/03/21
$20,000 ADDED TO ASHBA 3-YEAR-OLD SWEEPSTAKES CLASSES AT ALL AMERICAN HORSE CLASSIC
In 2019, participants and members were asked to vote on a show location for the Three-Year-Old Sweepstakes classes, with more than 80 percent voting for the All American Horse Classic (AAHC). The AAHC has announced the addition of added prize money for the 2021-2023 classes.
“The All American Horse Classic, held in Indianapolis, Indiana, from September 8-11, 2021, has added $60,000 in prize money to the prestigious [American Saddlebred Horse and Breeders Association] Three-Year-Old Sweepstakes. AAHC and friends of the Sweepstakes added $5,000 per division in all four 3-year-old classes each year for a total of $20,000 per year over the next three years. We hope to build excitement for the breed and incen
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09/02/21
AMHA LAUNCHES PILOT GRANT PROGRAM FOR JUDGE DEVELOPMENT
The American Morgan Horse Association has announced a new grant program for 2022 competitions. Funded by grant monies received by the American Morgan Horse Educational Charitable Trust, the AMHA Judges Development Grant Program is accepting applications until November 1, 2021, for 2022 competitions.
The purpose is to strengthen and further develop the current pool of USEF-licensed Morgan judges by:
Reducing financial hardships on competitions, thus increasing Morgan judging opportunities for USEF-licensed Morgan judges at AMHA Star Shows, and
Providing incentives for larger USEF-recognized Morgan competitions to add a small 'r' judge to their panel of judges, providing of
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09/02/21
AMHA ANNOUNCES 3RD QUARTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING ON SEPT. 11
The third quarter American Morgan Horse Association Board of Directors meeting will be held Saturday, September 11, 2021, at 12 p.m. Eastern via Zoom video conference.
As always, the Board welcomes AMHA members and guests to participate. To obtain the Zoom information, contact Executive Director, Carrie Mortensen no later than 5 p.m. (Eastern) on Friday, September 10, 2021, via email at execdir@morganhorse.com or office phone of (859) 405-0746.
-- via AMHA
09/01/21
NOMINATIONS FOR UPHA DISTINGUISHED SERVICE, PROFESSIONAL AWARDS NOW BEING ACCEPTED
The United Professional Horsemen's Association has announced that it is accepting nominations for its Sallie B. Wheeler Distinguished Service Award, Lillian Shively Equitation Distinguished Service Award, Shirley Parkinson Professional Achievement Award, and the Dr.
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08/31/21
ST. LOUIS NATIONAL CHARITY HOSTING VIRTUAL AUCTION
St. Louis National Charity will be hosting a virtual auction during the Hunter/Jumper Show, beginning September 15 and finishing October 2. It boasts one-of-a-kind items and experiences that are up for auction, including time at Milestone Stables, Sugar Knoll Farm, Cater Stables, Lilian Shively, and Select Show horses. Participants also will be able to bid on several golf outings, art items, and baskets.
To view the auction, visit www.32autions.com/stlouisnational.
-- via St. Louis National Charity
08/29/21
WCHS '21 (FRI. 8/27, SAT. 8/28) RESULTS, JUDGES CARDS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results, photos and judges' cards from World's Championship in Louisville, Kentucky (Friday, Aug. 27 and Saturday, Aug. 28), are online, and can be viewed here.
08/27/21
WCHS '21 (THURS. 8/26) RESULTS, JUDGES CARDS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results, photos and judges' cards from World's Championship in Louisville, Kentucky (Thursday, Aug. 26), are online, and can be viewed here.
08/26/21
WCHS '21 (WED. 8/25) RESULTS, JUDGES CARDS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results, photos and judges' cards from World's Championship in Louisville, Kentucky (Wednesday, Aug. 25), are online, and can be viewed here.
08/25/21
WCHS '21 (TUE. 8/24) RESULTS, JUDGES CARDS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results, photos and judges' cards from World's Championship in Louisville, Kentucky (Tuesday, Aug. 24), are online, and can be viewed here.
08/24/21
WCHS '21 (MON. 8/23) RESULTS, JUDGES CARDS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results, photos and judges' cards from World's Championship in Louisville, Kentucky (Monday, Aug. 23), are online, and can be viewed here.
08/23/21
WCHS '21 (SAT. 8/21, SUN. 8/22) RESULTS, JUDGES CARDS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results, photos and judges' cards from World's Championship in Louisville, Kentucky (Saturday, Aug. 21 and Sunday, Aug. 22), are online, and can be viewed here.
08/23/21
MASSACHUSETTS MORGAN '21 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from Massachusetts Morgan in West Springfield, Mass., August 18-21, are online, and can be viewed here.
08/18/21
2021 WCHS FIRST-TIMER CELEBRATION CEREMONY UPDATES
The 2021 World's Championship Horse Show first-timer ribbon and celebration ceremony will be held Tuesday, August 24 at 5 p.m. in center ring of Freedom Hall. The 2021 WCHS first-time participant program is made possible by the American Saddlebred Horse & Breeders Association, and sponsor Independent Equine Agents.
Confirmation emails were sent to all registered 2021 WCHS first timers on Tuesday, August 10. If you did not receive a registration confirmation email, contact Jessica Cushing at j.cushing@asha.net.
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08/18/21
ASHBA ANNOUNCES STALLIONS IN 2021 BREEDERS CHALLENGE AUCTION
The Breeder’s Challenge Stallion Auction Events at the 2021 Kentucky State Fair World's Championship Horse Show are happening soon. Seventy eight American Saddlebred stallions are available for preview now. Online bidding begins Saturday, August 21 at 8 a.m. ET, and ends Friday, August 27 at 2 p.m ET. The 20 stallion services with the highest bids at 2 p.m. will be auctioned live Friday night, August 27, in Freedom Hall following the show. Visit the online auction preview and register to bid.
This event is the time to claim a ticket to the 2022 $100, 000 Breeders Challenge Stake. All winning bidders will receive a voucher to compete in the Four
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08/17/21
SADDLE & BRIDLE ADJUSTS QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR 2021 WESTERN FINALS
"Saddle & Bridle Magazine" has announced that it has adjusted the qualification requirements for its 2021 Western Finals.
The qualifier class for the Shatner Western Pleasure National Championship, which previously required three horses to fill, now will only require two. Additionally, the Working Western Pleasure National Championship will be run as an invitational, open to any American Saddlebred horse that has competed in a western class during the current competition year, open or American Saddlebred, trail/working or rail. For both classes, these adjusted qualification requirements will apply to 2021 only and will be reviewed for the following season.
“Our goal is always to promote the Saddlebred
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08/17/21
BUCKEYE MORGAN '21 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from Buckeye Morgan in Wilmington, Ohio, August 11-14, are online, and can be viewed here.
08/11/21
2021 EQUITANA USA ANNOUNCES PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE
EQUITANA USA has announced the programming for the event’s three-day celebration of the horse. The Oct. 1-3 event at the Kentucky Horse Park will host events ranging from celebrity and industry notable appearances and talks, to horse exhibitions and kid-centric events. The exhibition and trade show features all breeds and classifications of the horse and is the first in-person, North American iteration of the world’s largest equine trade show in over a decade.
The list of celebrities appearing or presenting at EQUITANA USA includes former Kentucky First Lady Jane Beshear, an active rider and horse enthusiast who is serving as the official spokesperson for the event. "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy" alum
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08/11/21
ASHBA'S 2021 WCHS YOUTH ACTIVITIES
The American Saddlebred Horse and Breeders Association has announced its plans for members at this year’s World’s Championship Horse Show. All ages are welcome to participate in a wide variety of activities throughout the week. Each day will feature an activity for all youth show attendees, see the full schedule below.
To register for the First Timers Presentation and the Golf Cart Decorating Contest: https://linktr.ee/ASHBAYouth
**All events will honor the current safety protocols in place by fair management at that time.**
SATURDAY 8/21
3:00 PM - Junior Judging Clinic
Learn what judges in center ring are
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08/10/21
ASB MUSEUM AWARDED GRANT FROM INSTITUTE OF MUSEUM AND LIBRARY SERVICE
The American Saddlebred Museum has announced that it has been selected to receive a FY2021 Inspire! Grants for Small Museums award from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Museum Executive Director Jennifer Foster says, “We are thrilled to be awarded this grant. Federal grants are very competitive and we are pleased to be one of 60 institutions from across the nation to be selected. This project will increase user access to our collection and create greater knowledge of the history of the breed.”
This grant project will provide funding to hire a librarian to catalog and organize the Museum’s collection of more than 2,600 books, magazines and videos related to the Amer
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08/09/21
SHELBYVILLE AND UPHA CHAP. 14 SUMMER CLASSIC '21 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from Shelbyville in Shelbyville, Kentucky (August 4-7), and UPHA Chapter 14 Summer Classic in Deerfield, New Hampshire (Aug. 4-6), are online, and can be viewed here.
08/06/21
CENTRAL REGION MORGAN UPDATES
The 2021 Central Region Morgan show will be held August 28-29 at the Lancaster Event Center in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Entries must be postmarked by August 15, 2021 (and received by August 20, 2021). Entries received after August 20, will be subject to a $50 late entry fee, per horse.
Click here for the entry form.
-- via American Morgan Horse Association
08/06/21
2021 ASHBA FUTURITY DECLARATION OF INTENT TO SHOW DEADLINE UPDATE
The American Saddlebred Horse and Breeders Association has announced that nominated horses that have been entered and will be showing in ASHBA Futurity classes, at the 2021 World’s Championship Horse Show, must declare and pay the starting fee by 5 p.m. ET on Wednesday, August 18, 2021.
Payments and declaration forms may be postmarked and mailed by Monday, August 9; faxed to 859-259-1628; emailed to p.edwards@asha.net; or phoned in to 859-259-3899 by Wednesday, August 18 at 5 p.m. ET.
For more information on ASHBA Prize Programs, please contact Patricia Edwards at 859-259-3899 or p.edwards@asha.net.
-- via ASHBA
08/06/21
EQUITANA ANNOUNCES FORMER FIRST LADY OF KY. RETURNS AS EVENT SPOKESPERSON
EQUITANA USA, the North American edition of the equestrian exhibition and event brand, has announced that former First Lady of Kentucky Jane Beshear will return as the official spokeswoman for its equine trade and exhibition show. After moving to all virtual programming last year due to the pandemic, EQUITANA USA returns to an in-person event at the Kentucky Horse Park October 1-3.
Beshear’s role is a natural extension of her passion for the equine industry and undoubtable love for the state of Kentucky and celebration of the industry’s largest event being held in the Horse Capital of the World.
“We are again honored to be accompanied by Mrs. Beshear to bring EQUITANA USA to Kentucky,” said Me
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