09/18/19
INCREASING HORSE SHOW PARTICIPATION IN UNDERREPRESENTED AREAS ADDED TO ROLE OF TASK FORCE
The American Saddlebred Horse Association Horse Show Task Force (HSTF) begins its work this week to examine and provide recommendations to support horse shows with an added duty of increasing participation to underrepresented areas.
“If we’re going to grow our industry, we must increase exposure across the country,” said David Mount, ASHA executive director. "That’s why ASHA added addressing the needs of underrepresented areas as a key component of the work by the Horse Show Task Force."
Along with this new responsibility, the group also will examine a tiered horse show governance option, expanding marketing and establishing a grant program for struggling horse shows. The HSTF,
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09/18/19
ASR 2-YEAR-OLD SWEEPSTAKES TO BE HELD AT ASHAV
The 2019 Two-Year-Old Sweepstakes classes will be held at the American Saddlebred Horse Association of Virginia Horse Show in Lexington, Virginia, September 26-28. Eligible two-year-olds may show in Fine Harness or 3-Gaited Park. A complete list of nominated two-year-olds can be found by clicking here.
In addition to Sweepstakes prize money, representatives of the Virginia Horse Center and ASHAV sponsors have pledged $10,000 ($5,000 per class) for the 2019 classes. The added prize money will be paid by the show.
For more information on the 2019 ASHAV Horse Show, contact Horse Show Manager, Kent Moeller at 804-363-3085 or kentmoeller@gmail.com.
-- via American Saddlebred Horse Association
09/18/19
MANE EVENT RETURNS TO ILLINOIS STATE FAIR COLISEUM
The Mid-America Horse Show Association will host the 2019 Mane Event Horse Show in the newly renovated Illinois State Fair Coliseum of Champions, in Springfield, Illinois, October 17 through 20.
The Mane Event Horse Show will feature a full slate of classes for Saddlebreds, Hackney ponies, Equitation, open breed, roadster and road horse classes. Both “A” circuit and “B” circuit points will be awarded. Fran Crumpler, Maria Gilman and Mike Tunstall will be judging.
New this year at Mane Event will be participation of the American Dutch Harness horses. The American Dutch Harness Horse Association selected Mane Event to be their first qualifying show for the 2020 American Dutch Harness Horse Nationals.
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09/17/19
BARTZ IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP AWARD NOMINATIONS OPEN
The American Saddlebred Museum is accepting nominations for the Keith Bartz Impact Scholarship Award. The award is $1,500 and 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. The scholarship will be awarded at the annual United Professional Horsemen's Association National Conference.
Scholarship criteria and application information are:
Applicants
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09/17/19
ALL PAST GOOD HANDS CHAMPIONS INVITED TO ATTEND 90TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
The Good Hands National Finals and the Mid-America Horse Show Association are looking for past junior exhibitor and adult Good Hands champions, and ask their attendance as the Finals celebrates its 90th anniversary at the Mane Event Horse Show, to be held in Springfield, Illinois, October 17-20.
Past champions will be honored at the Good Hands "Celebration of Champions" party Friday evening, and will be invited to center ring during the Junior Exhibitor Awards ceremony on Saturday night. The Good Hands welcomes and encourages the past champions to attend this special celebration.
For those planning to attend, and those who need more information, contact Sharon Gardner, gardner.sharon@comcast.net.
-- via Good Hands
09/16/19
IOWA FALL CLASSIC AND NEW YORK MORGAN REGIONAL '19 RESULTS POSTED ONLINE
The results from Iowa Fall Classic in Cedar Rapids, Iowa (September 6-8), and New York Morgan Regional in Syracuse, N.Y. (Sept. 11-14), are online, and can be viewed here.
09/16/19
SUMMER'S END AND NORTH CAROLINA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP CHARITY '19 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from Summer's End in Ocala, Florida (September 5-8), and North Carolina State Championship Charity in Raleigh, N.C. (Sept. 11-14), are online, and can be viewed here.
09/10/19
ASHA NATIONAL PLEASURE EQUITATION FINALS RETURN AT ST. LOUIS NATIONAL CHARITY
The American Saddlebred Horse Association has announced its hosting of the ASHA 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 26. ASHA will be sponsoring a $1,000 scholarship to this year’s winner and gifts to all of the remaining ASHA Finals competitors.
The ASHA National Pleasure Equitation Finals are integral in growing the sport of Equitation and the use of the American Saddlebred Pleasure Horse. For decades, the ASHA Finals have brought national recognition and scholarship monies to the exhibitors competing. Historically, the ASHA Finals were a part of the Illinois American Saddlebred Pleasure Hors
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09/10/19
AMHA BOARD UNANIMOUSLY APPROVES HOME OFFICE RELOCATION PROPOSAL
At its Third Quarter Board meeting held Saturday September 7 in Las Vegas, Nevada, the American Morgan Horse Association’s Board of Directors unanimously approved the recommendation to relocate the AMHA home office. The office will be relocated to the grounds of the Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky, and the main transition will take place during the holiday period that occurs between Christmas and the New Year. However, it is expected that while the new office location will open January 2, 2020, the current office will remain open through January 31, 2020.
The extensive and thorough presentation made by the ad-hoc “Lease Review Committee,” can be found on the AMHA website at
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09/10/19
ALL AMERICAN HORSE CLASSIC '19 RESULTS, JUDGES' CARDS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results, judges' cards and photos from All American Horse Classic in Indianapolis, Indiana, September 4-7, are online, and can be viewed here.
09/09/19
NEW YORK STATE FAIR '19 RESULTS POSTED ONLINE
The results from New York State Fair in Syracuse, New York, August 29-September 1, are online, and can be viewed here.
09/06/19
HEALTH DOCUMENT UPDATE FOR ST. LOUIS CHARITY ENTRIES
The National Equestrian Center has issued an important health document update for entries heading to St. Louis National Charity, September 25-28, in St. Louis, Missouri.
The update follows:
In recent months, Vesicular Stomatitis cases have been confirmed in Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Oklahoma, Wyoming, and most recently, Nebraska and Utah. A moderate health threat to horses, the time from exposure to the onset of clinical VS signs in animals is 2-8 days.
MISSOURI STATE MANDATED RULES IN RESPONSE TO VS:
To protect animals of residents and guests in our State, Missouri Department of Agriculture rules restrict movement from an area within 10 miles of any quarantined facilities. Quarantines last fo
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09/05/19
JUBILEE MORGAN REGIONAL '19 RESULTS POSTED ONLINE
The results from Jubilee Morgan Regional in Springfield, Illinois, August 28-31, are online, and can be viewed here.
09/04/19
AMHA THIRD-QUARTER BOARD MEETING THIS WEEKEND
The Third Quarter American Morgan Horse Association Board of Directors Meeting will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, beginning at 9 a.m. Pacific time (10 a.m. Mountain; 11 a.m. Central; 12 p.m. Eastern).
The AMHA Standing Committee meetings will be held the previous day as listed below.
As always, board meetings are open to both AMHA members and guests. The host hotel is South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa in Las Vegas, Nevada. The hotel phone number is (866) 791-7626. Those unable to attend in person may join any of the meetings via teleconference with the numbers listed below. Please note that all times listed below are in local, PACIFIC time.
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09/04/19
BREYER FUN DAY TO BE HELD SEPT. 14
The American Saddlebred Museum will be hosting Breyer Fun Day, Saturday, September 14, at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Museum, located at 4083 Iron Works Parkway, on the grounds of the Kentucky Horse Park. This family-friendly event encourages young horse lovers to show their creative side and paint their own Breyer Stablemates models. In addition, attendees can shop the latest Breyer collection, enjoy some refreshments, and have lots of Breyer fun.
Registration is $10 per child, and includes:
Stablemate
Paintbrushes
Paint
Breyer bag with prizes
Space is limited, purchase tickets today at https://shop.asbmuseum.org/ or call 859-259-2746.
-- via ASB Museum
09/03/19
REMINDER: APPLY FOR USEF YOUTH SPORTSMEN'S AWARD BY SEPT. 5
Applications for the 2019 USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award are now available online. This award recognizes youth members for their participation in the equestrian community and is focused on developing leaders within the industry.
Active members aged 17 years and younger as of December 1, 2018, and in good standing with US Equestrian and their recognized national affiliate/international discipline associations are eligible to apply.
The overall winner of the 2019 USEF Youth Sportsman's Award will receive a $1,000 grant payable to the educational program of choice, and a commemorative trophy. The reserve winner will receive a $500 grant payable to the educational program of choice.
Please review th
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08/30/19
EQUINE SCULPTURE WORKSHOP TO BE HELD IN OCTOBER
The American Academy of Equine Art has announced the Equine Sculpture Workshop with Alexa King, the famed creator of “Barbaro," which stands at the entrance to Churchill Downs. The workshop will be held October 21-25 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.
Alexa King is one of the preeminent equestrian sculptors at work today and this workshop is for all levels, beginner to advanced, so everyone will be comfortable and welcome. Alexa has done many Saddlebreds and Hackneys including "I'm First" and "Giselle," and her "Barbaro" at Churchill Downs is a crowd favorite.
Side trips to the Fasig Tipton Thoroughbred Sale & Keeneland
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08/30/19
ASHA WEB SERVICES UNAVAILABLE AUG. 30 THROUGH SEPT. 3
The American Saddlebred Horse Association web services will be down August 30 to September 3 due to US Equestrian moving buildings and the organizations' shared IT services being down. During this time, ASHA online tools and services—including the website, online member accounts, horse and member records, phone, email and fax—will be unavailable.
-- via ASHA
08/29/19
DEADLINE FOR USEF YOUTH SPORTSMAN'S AWARD IS SEPT. 5
The American Morgan Horse Association is currently accepting applications (must be received on or before Thursday, September 5) for the USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award.
To find out more about this award, the qualifications, how to apply and obtain the required application form can be found by clicking below.
USEF Youth Sportsman's Award Guidelines
USEF Youth Sportsman's Award Application Completed applications should be submitted via email to Executive Director, Carrie Mortensen at execdir@morganhorse.com. -- via AMHA
USEF Youth Sportsman's Award Application Completed applications should be submitted via email to Executive Director, Carrie Mortensen at execdir@morganhorse.com. -- via AMHA
08/29/19
NEW APPLICATION PERIOD FOR 2020 AMHECT MEMORIAL GRANTS
The application period for both of the 2020 grants offered by the American Morgan Horse Educational Charitable Trust (AMHECT) is September 1, 2019, through November 1, 2019. The two grants are outlined below.
The Harry Sebring Memorial Grant is offered to all American Morgan Horse Association members under the age of 40 who would like to further his or her 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 always wanted to see young adults excel personally and professionally in the show ring.
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08/28/19
UPCOMING EDUCATIONAL EVENTS AT THE AMERICAN SADDLEBRED MUSEUM
The American Saddlebred Museum has announced several educational events scheduled for September and October. These events include a special equine-inspired creative writing workshop and the ongoing Lunchtime Lecture Series.
Back by popular demand is the HORSING AROUND CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP. This workshop is a partnership between the American Saddlebred Museum and the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning and will be led by Randi Ewing. This class has been expanded to two days, attend one session or both.
In Kentucky, no animal is more central to the story than the horse. Whether they are the hero’s faithful steed or themselves the heroes, horses become characters in their own right, to s
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08/26/19
WORLD'S CHAMPIONSHIP '19 RESULTS, JUDGES' CARDS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results, photos and judges' cards from World's Championship in Louisville, Kentucky, August 17-24, are online, and can be viewed here.
08/23/19
LEDYARD FARMS TO HOST 8TH ANNUAL OPEN BARN IN SEPTEMBER
Ledyard Farms in King Ferry, New York, will hosts its 8th annual Open Barn on September 10, 2019, from 5:30 to 8:30pm.
The event has becoming a tradition for participants at the New York Morgan Horse Show and community members alike. The event showcases Ledyard Farms’ property, and the party includes a dinner, tours, entertainment and a presentation of the farm’s young Morgan horses and Highland cattle. This year, Ledyard will be highlighting their special broodmares, three of whom recently were inducted placed in the American Morgan Horse Association's Broodmare Hall of Fame.
Participants at the New York Morgan Horse Show can take Ledyard’s charter bus from Syracuse to King Ferry and back from the e
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08/23/19
JUBILEE MORGAN TO BE HELD IN INDIANA IN LATE AUGUST
The American Morgan Horse Association has announced the return of the Jubilee Morgan Regional Horse Show, now in its new location of Shipshewana, Indiana. Jubilee has been enjoyed by generations of Morgan exhibitors, trainers, breeders, and enthusiasts since 1965. The show is looking forward to offering a positive experience while rekindling the enthusiasm of past Jubilees. The show will begin with an evening session on Wednesday, August 28 through Saturday evening, August 31 at the Michiana Event Center in Shipshewana.
Morgan horses, many of which are current or past world champions, are competing for prestigious honors at this year's show. Performance classes take place daily at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. with Wednesda
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08/23/19
MASSACHUSETTS MORGAN '19 RESULTS POSTED ONLINE
The results from Massachusetts Morgan in West Springfield, Massachusetts, August 14-17, are online, and can be viewed here.
08/21/19
WORLD'S CHAMPIONSHIP '19 RESULTS, PHOTOS AND JUDGES' CARDS POSTED DAILY
The results, photos and judges' cards from World's Championship are being posted to the National Horseman website and app every day throughout the show! Visit here to see the daily tallies, and remember, our results page is free to see!
08/20/19
ASHA SEES RISE IN MEMBERSHIPS
The American Saddlebred Horse Association has reported that the 2019 competition year has brought a rise in both Senior and Life Member Competing for the year to date. As a result, this has led to an increase in revenue for the ASHA.
In addition, 2019 is bringing a monumental number of first time exhibitors and trainers to the World’s Championship Horse Show with more than 150 pre-registered for our First Timers Presentation. This averages 30 more participants registered than in years prior.
“We are pleased that our members continue to show confidence in the organization and we are committed to continue to find ways to bring value to our members,” said Executive Director Terri Dolan.
-- via ASHA
08/20/19
WCHS ARABIAN HORSE ASSOC. LEADERSHIP MEET & GREET UPDATES
Due to high membership interest and not being able to accommodate everyone for the Thursday breakfast, the American Saddlebred Horse Association will be moving the Arabian Horse Association Meet & Greet to a larger space.
Members are invited to Freedom Hall, Suite A-3 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday evening to meet the Arabian Horse Association Leadership. Confirmation emails will go out Tuesday afternoon for the Thursday, August 22, breakfast at 8:30 a.m. in the Louisville Airport Crowne Plaza across from Gate 1.
-- via ASHA
08/20/19
BUCKEYE MORGAN '19 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from Buckeye Morgan in Wilmington, Ohio, August 7-10, are online, and can be viewed here.
08/15/19
ILLINOIS STATE FAIR, NORTH STAR AMERICANA AND BOONE COUNTY FAIR '19 RESULTS POSTED ONLINE
The results from Illinois State Fair in Springfield, Illinois (August 5-9), North Star Americana in Cannon Falls, Minnesota (Aug. 8-11), and Boone County Fair in Burlington, Kentucky (Aug. 8-10), are online, and can be viewed here.
08/14/19
ARABIAN HORSE ASSOC. VOTES TO REMAIN UNDER USEF GOVERNANCE
The Arabian Horse Association Board of Directors voted to remain under the governance of the United States Equestrian Federation, but will continue to study the viability of its relationship. The unanimous vote was cast Aug. 2 during the AHA Board of Directors meeting in Aurora, Colorado.
During last year’s AHA Annual Convention, an ad hoc committee was tasked with thoroughly examining pressing issues and then coming up with a final report to present to the Board of Directors during the August 2019 meeting. In exploring other options, the ad hoc committee focused on topics such as: horse welfare, violation and penalties, licensing of officials,
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08/13/19
ASHA WELCOMES TWO NEW BOARD MEMBERS
The American Saddlebred Horse Association has welcomed Clif Paulsen and Kristen Bagdasarian to the Board of Directors. Bagdasarian and Paulsen were elected unanimously by the board to fill the two open seats that were vacated by the reassignment of ASHA President David Mount, and the resignation of Donna Pettry-Smith. The newly appointed members of the ASHA board will serve out the remaining terms of the two vacated representatives. Paulsen's and Bagdasarian's addition to the board will bring extensive and diverse experience with the American Saddlebred to help serve the mission of the ASHA: to protect and promote the interests of the breed.
Paulsen has been riding and showing American Saddlebreds for more than
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08/12/19
DAYTON AND ETSA MID-SUMMER CLASSIC '19 RESULTS POSTED ONLINE
The results from Dayton in Dayton, Ohio (July 31-August 3), and ETSA Mid-Summer Classic in White Pine, Tennessee (August 1-3), are online, and can be viewed here.
08/08/19
TERRI DOLAN TO JOIN USEF
US Equestrian has announced that on September 16, 2019, Terri Dolan will be joining its team as director of National Breeds and Non-FEI Disciplines Sport Department.
Terri will be bringing her extensive management experience from her 35-year career with the Marriott International Corporation to the position, as well as her knowledge of equestrian sport. “Terri’s corporate experience, coupled with her recent work as executive director of the American Saddlebred Horse Association and her participation in equestrian sport as an owner, rider, and competitor, make her an ideal candidate for this position,” stated US Equestrian CEO Bill Moroney. “We are fortunate to find such a well-qualified ca
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08/07/19
WORLD FUTURITY ENTRIES DEADLINE EXTENDED
The World Futurity Show entry deadline was Thursday, August 1, but it has been extended to be the same deadline as the Grand National entries. Entries also can be sent in the same envelope as Grand National entries. But if they are filled out already, they may still be sent to Kelly McFaul (address is on the form).
Grand National entries are to be postmarked by Tuesday, August 13 or received by August 20. Any entries received later than August 20 are subject to post entry fees (unless they are postmarked by August 13).
This year's Grand National will take place October 12-19. For more information, visit www.morgangrandnational.com.
-- via American Morgan Horse Association
08/07/19
ASHA, WCHS AND KENTUCKY VENUES TO BRING FREE WIFI TO FREEDOM HALL
The American Saddlebred Horse Association, in conjunction with the World’s Championship Horse Show and Kentucky Venues, have partnered to provide free Wi-Fi to ASHA members in Freedom Hall during the 2019 World’s Championship Horse Show. This opportunity will allow up to 500 ASHA members at a time to have free Wi-Fi access in Freedom Hall while they enjoy the horse show. Login details for members are below.
ASHA Member Free Wifi Credentials:
SSID (Network Name): World Championship Horse Show
Password (all lower case): wchs2019
-- via ASHA
08/07/19
SADDLEBRED PROM COURT VOTING HAS BEGUN
The American Saddlebred Museum has announced that voting has begun for the Saddlebred Prom Court. The Museum’s annual fundraiser at the World’s Championship Horse Show, on Wednesday, August 21 from 10 p.m. – 1 a.m. is a prom-themed event complete with live music, dancing and a prom court.
The men competing for Prom King are: Rich Campbell, Bret C. Day, Jim Lowry, Todd Miles, Gerhardt Roos, and TJ Santaferra. The women campaigning for Saddlebred Queen are: Kim Cowart, Tammy Devore, Melissa Moore, Mary Orr, Donna Pettry-Smith and Tiffany Wheeler. The winners will be chosen by event guests, via CrowdRise at https://www.crowdrise.c
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08/06/19
AMHA BOARD ISSUES LETTER TO MEMBERSHIP REGARDING HOME OFFICE
** Following is a letter sent to American Morgan Horse Association members from the association's Board **
As reported in the April 6 meeting minutes of the AMHA Board of Directors (posted on the members only side of the AMHA website), a Lease Review Committee, chaired by Western Region Director Terri Sturm, was established to research the value of the current home office lease (expiring in 2020) as well as investigate and research alternate opportunities in order to proceed into the next agreement ensuring optimum success for the American Morgan Horse Association, Inc.
In accordance with the AMHA’s strategic plan and desired long term success of the Association, it was deemed prudent to conduct research on all
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08/06/19
ASHAM ANNOUNCES NEW FRANCES DODGE AMATEUR SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD
The American Saddlebred Horse Association of Michigan (ASHAM) has announced a new award: the Frances Dodge Amateur Sportsmanship Award. This award will be presented each year by ASHAM during the ASHAM Charity Fall Horse Show, and will be given in honor of Frances Dodge to a current amateur ASHAM member who exhibits exceptional sportsmanship both in and out of the show ring. This individual must also help to promote the American Saddlebred and/or Hackney pony in the state of Michigan and volunteer their time to the association at various events throughout the year.
Frances Dodge was born in Detroit, Michigan in 1914, to John and Matilda Dodge. She grew up with a special love for the American Saddlebred and enjoyed showin
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08/06/19
AMERICAN SADDLEBRED REGISTRY SEES RISE IN NEW REGISTRATIONS
The American Saddlebred Registry has announced an increase in registration applications. So far this year, 969 have been received compared to 834 at end of July 2018; totaling a 16 percent rise.
ASR President Sandra Currier says the new registrations are coming in for younger and older horses. In March, ASR announced an amnesty program for registration of horses older than the age of 12 months.
“This is positive news for our industry. ASR has been focused on simplifying, incentivizing and streamlining the registration process. We will continue to build on this so that increases are realized through the end of the year and beyond,” said Currier.
“Over the past few months, we’ve seen a s
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08/05/19
SHELBYVILLE '19 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from Shelbyville in Shelbyville, Kentucky, July 31-August 3, are online, and can be viewed here.
08/05/19
MID-AMERICA SIGNATURE AND C-FAIR CHARITY '19 RESULTS POSTED ONLINE
The results from Mid-America Signature in Roscoe, Illinois (July 26-28), and C-Fair Charity in Monroe, Washington (August 1-4), are online, and can be viewed here.
07/31/19
USEF OFFICES TO BE CLOSED AUGUST 30 TO SEPTEMBER 3
From Friday, August 30, to Tuesday, September 3, the USEF office will be closed while it is moved to a new building within the Kentucky Horse Park. During this time, USEF’s online tools and services, including the website, Customer Care Center, horse and member records, fax, and email, will be unavailable. USEF recommends avoiding any digital communication with USEF (phone calls, email, faxing, etc.) throughout the duration of the move.
If you are competing at a horse show between August 30 and September 3, please ensure that you print and bring hard copies of the following documents with you to the show grounds, as applicable:
Membership card
SafeSport
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07/31/19
REMINDER: LEARNING CENTER AVAILABLE AT GRAND NATIONAL
The American Morgan Horse Association has announced that it has once again partnered with the United Professional Horsemen’s Association (UPHA) and the Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show to offer the Open Gate Learning Center. The Open Gate Learning Center is an on-site study and learning center for young equestrians who are competing at the horse show, which will take place in Oklahoma City October 12-19, 2019.
The purpose of the Learning Center is to provide academic support to young exhibitors, grades 5-12, who are away from their local schools. The center will be available to students from Oct. 12-19. Participants can stay abreast of their academic requirements by providing a structured learn
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07/31/19
ASHA BOARD ELECTS MOUNT AND SCHAFFEL FOR NEW ROLES
The American Saddlebred Horse Association Board of Directors voted Monday night to appoint board President David Mount as interim executive director for ASHA, effective Sept. 1. Mount, whose term as ASHA board president would have ended at the end of 2019, will step into the role for six months to provide continuity when ASHA Executive Director Terri Dolan moves into her new position at the United States Equestrian Federation.
Also Monday, the board selected longtime board member Marty Schaffel as its new president, effective Sept.1, when Mount takes the reins at ASHA. Dolan will stay on for an additional two weeks, until mid-September, to ensure a smooth transition.
“David is the perfect fit for this interim role a
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07/30/19
NEW ENGLAND MORGAN REGIONAL '19 RESULTS, PHOTOS AND JUDGES' CARDS POSTED ONLINE
The results, photos and judges' cards from New England Morgan Regional in Northampton, Massachusetts, July 23-27, are online, and can be viewed here.
07/29/19
MERCER COUNTY FAIR '19 RESULTS POSTED ONLINE
The results from Mercer County Fair in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, July 24-27, are online, and can be viewed here.
07/29/19
BLUE RIDGE CLASSIC '19 RESULTS, PHOTOS AND JUDGES' CARDS POSTED ONLINE
The results, photos and judges' cards from Blue Ridge Classic in Asheville, North Carolina, July 23-27, are online, and can be viewed here.
07/26/19
HORSESENSING TO HOST COMPLIMENTARY RECEPTION
Tuesday July 30, from 6-8 p.m. at "The Old Stone Inn" in Simpsonville, Kentucky.
HORSESENSING - Opening in the Spring of 2020 in Bagdad, Kentucky; www.horsesensing.com; 650-776- 4313; info@horsesensing.com
What we are
A program to teach people what they need to know to work as top notch grooms in the horse industry while also providing a therapeutic environment.
Who do we serve?
American Saddlebred/Hackney Pony&n
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07/26/19
CENTRAL REGION MORGAN ENTRIES DEADLINE IS AUGUST 1
Thursday, August 1, is the entries deadline for the second Central Region Morgan Show. Scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, August 10-11, the Missouri Valley Morgan Horse Club once again is hosting this event, which will take place at the indoor Lancaster Event Center in Lincoln, Nebraska. The all-Morgan show is American Morgan Horse Association Star Rated and USEF Competition Lite and welcomes Dwayne Knowles of Broadmoor as judge for this year's event.
All Morgan youth are invited to come a day early to compete in Friday afternoon’s AMHA Youth of the Year Contest for a chance to qualify for the national contest in Oklahoma City. Then celebrate by munching on corn dogs and funnel cakes while the kids r
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