Get a head start on The Super Convention by bidding on the 10 live auction items available at this year's event right now. Through a partnership between the United Professional Horsemen's Association and the American Morgan Horse Association, the 10 live auction items are now online.
AMHA Legends Stallion Package: This package includes two doses of frozen semen from each of three of the Morgan breed's most legendary sires: Tedwin Topic, Futurity French Command and HVK Bell Flaire. The winner could end up with a priceless baby from each stallion. Each dose is theirs, and all foals produced will be eligible for registration.
Andy Johns Artwork: In 2015, renowned equine artist Andy Johns was commissioned to create a work of art for the cover of the Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show program. This painting was showcased at the 2015 show, and now the original painting is up for auction. To make this unique art truly one-of-a-kind, legendary Morgan trainer Judy Whitney Harris has added her own signature to the canvas
Becker Brothers Suit: A choice of a formal or informal suit made by Becker Brothers LLC.
Freedman Saddle: A 22-inch Limited Edition Freedman World Cup Super Grip Saddle with UPHA logos.
Morgan Grand National Package: This package includes two box seats, one platinum parking pass, one official show program, 10 silver possibility tickets, 10 drink coupons redeemable at Justin's Place overlooking the Gateway of Champions and up to nine nights at one of the shows top host hotels in Oklahoma City, Okla.
One-Week Stay at Whitefish, Mont.: The home has breathtaking views and is right off of the Big Mountain Resort. It's not only the perfect spot for a winter ski vacation but a summer getaway as well. This 4,000-square-foot home has room for 14 to 16 people.
Tackroom and 5' Wardrobe Valet by Dana Sibbet's Appointments USA: Bid for the chance to win of a full tack room donated by Appointments USA. With this item, the winner also will receive a 5-foot wardrobe valet, as well as a 5-foot deluxe padded wardrobe valet cover with zipper.
Vacation Home in La Jolla, Calif.: Enjoy up to five nights at this extraordinarily special retreat on one of the finest beaches in San Diego, Calif., graciously donated by The Fu Family of Dragonsmeade. This home features 2,700 square feet of versatile floor space, three bedrooms, three baths and a detached master bedroom, making it an ideal rental for two or three couples.
Marsha De Arriaga Outfit: A choice of western or hunter riding outfit made by Marsha De Arriaga.
World Championship Horse Show: Two box seats, one official parking pass, and a room at the Crowne Plaza Hotel for the week of the 2016 World Championship Horse Show in Louisville, Ky.
Go to http://www.morganhorse.com/media-events/service-auction/auction-listings/ to bid today. Online bidding will end on Saturday, Feb. 13 at 4 p.m. Eastern, and continue live that evening at The Super Convention Awards Gala at the Westin Waterfront Hotel in Boston. For more information, go to www.thesuperconvention.com.
Contact Amanda Ward at 678.873.2417 to be able to bid live during the auction.