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In This Issue On The CoverThe Amateur Program is thriving and this issue RHA Trou Dangerous Mood is from RHA Uniquehighlights the program, 2016 Supreme Amateur Troubadour’s first foal crop and has quickly made hisAward winners as well as those earning their own mark in the show ring. Moody was named AMHRCompanion Program award. The Amateur National Champion as a weanling and now, as a yearling,Committee is actively promoting the program to has already won 14 Grand Championships. Moody is acurrent amateurs as well as bringing new horse fine example of what Troubadour has been producingenthusiasts to the club. for Rocking Horse Acres, please contact us for a sales list including many siblings!Congress has a new home and on the inside pages Rocking Horse Acres | Tuscarora, MDof this issue you will get a glimpse of the facility www.rockinghorseacres.comas well as some of the highlights of the upcomingnational show. Don’t miss out on the opportunityto advertise in the Congress Show Program orsponsor a class or two.If you have a Grand, Performance Stakes or FuturityChampion, please fill out the form(s) found onpage 100 & 101. There are other forms as well -The Convention Registration Form, Rule ChangePropostal Form can be found within the OfficialPages as well.Board Elections are coming up and you can readabout the members running for the Shetland andOpen Directors seats available in each area beforecasting your vote this fall.Have you booked your room for the AnnualConvention? If not, you will find the information onpage 38 and the Registration Form on page 77.Thank you to all the advertisers who support TheJournal.You are appreciated and for those who arenot advertising but interested, give the home officea call to find out your upcoming options.Have ideas for articles or news to share?Send to The Journal at the home office or email [email protected].

Letter fromthe PresidentGreetings from waterlogged Emerald Glenn Farm in soggy I’d like to extend a huge congratulations on behalf of yourWisconsin! board of directors and myself to our amateur supreme andMany parts of our country have been experiencing very companion program winners! These member programs enrichextreme spring weather. We hope everyone is safe and sound! the experience of small equine ownership. It’s somethingThis is a busy time of year for ASPC/AMHR/ASPR ASPC/AMHR/ASPR can all be very proud of !members! Show season is well underway with lots of newshows taking place affording those who exhibit even more You will also find biographies for the various area directorchances to get their stock out. elections in this issue. Please take a moment and read throughOur National Shetland Congress will meet once again - this them. Be sure and vote for your favorite candidate! We willtime its new home in Lake St. Louis, Missouri . Be sure to read be offering an optional online way to submit your vote thisthru the information for our largest shetland event of the year year, as well as the regular paper ballots. I’m hoping to seeIn this issue ! We are pleased that Congress has a better date improved numbers of membership participation. These arefor the next five years. National Equestrian Center is a nice important roles in our organization and we’d sure appreciatevenue which is also quite centrally located to the majority of your attention by voting!the shetland exhibitor base . It’s easy to get to, has lots of work Be sure and stop by my stalls at the shows and visit a while!space and no fireworks! New this year will be electronic judgecards! This method of turning in placings should speed up Jackie Tylerthe class schedule by quite a bit and is something we can alllook forward to! Reminder that Congress Entries are Due June 26th Find Show Premium, Class Schedule and Updates on theASPC/ASPR Congress webpage on www.shetlandminiature.com Best of Luck to all Exhibitors! The Journal • June/July 2017 3

CONTENTSFEATURES Companion ProgramSupreme Amateurs Susan Binsfeld........................................ 14 Hal & Deb Bryant.............................. 162016 ASPC/ASPR Jayne Arrowood.................................... 18Supreme Amateur, Jean WIN A Jerald Sulky CART.................. 28Haines, and 2016 AMHR Page 10 Dun-Haven Trophies............................... 30Supreme Amateur, 2017 Annual Convention....................... 38David Stewart, sharetheir stories andachievements. Page 12 Offering ASPC Classes............................. 46 US Equestrian’s New Brand................. 48 Blast from the Past................................... 56 Board of Directors TT Huston Service Award Info........ 58 Elections 2017 Directors running for or retaining DEPARTMENTS their Area’s seat on the Board of Directors share their bios. Letter from the President....................................... 3 Read about the leadership and plan of our organization. Page 32 From the Home Office............................................ 5 Journal Advertising Info.......................................... 43 Driving For Area News................................................................ 60 College Credit Committee Updates............................................... 70 Official PageswwLTeewnar.nsnehshseeotewlaisanicndotmrlloeidgnueicaiintnugre.com Board of Directors...................................... 74 our small equine to Committee Chairs....................................... 75 students of all ages! Page 20 Convention Info & Registration .............. 76 Judges & Stewards Roster.......................... 82 Congress 2017 Upcoming Clinics......................................... 85 Show Schedule.............................................. 86 Meet Me In St. Louieee - Rule Change Proposal Form..................... 88 Lake St. Louis, MO, that Recognized Clubs.................................................... 90 is! View photos of the Breeder-Owner Directory.................................... 96 facility and get a glimpse Congress Championship Forms.........................100 of new events planned for this spectacular national show! Page 24 Trainer Directory..................................................104 Ad Index..................................................................1044 The Journal • June/July 2017

The Journal From the THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF Home Office The American Shetland Pony Club and American Miniature Horse Registry It’s Show Season! Please remember if you are showing a horse that needs to be brought 81B E. Queenwood permanent that will need to be done before Morton, IL 61550 you show in order for those points earned (309)263-4044 Fax: (309)263-5113 to count. http://www.shetlandminiature.com The 2017 ASPC Congress is right around ASPC/AMHR/ASPR Officers: the corner! We have new dates and a new President - Jac-Lynn Tyler location! Make sure you mark your calendars to join us in Lake St. Louis, 1st Vice President - Rob Crater MO. Ladies night is Thursday, August 3rd, we will have special gifts and 2nd Vice President - Mike Mounts dessert bars. Exciting prizes await those who find “Golden Pony Tickets”, so make sure you stop in the show office for more information. Journal Staff: Areas I, II, III, V, VI and VIII have Directors whose terms are up for re- Managing Editor - Susan Galloway election this year. Area I, II, III, V and VIII have only one (1) person who has Layout/Design - Susan Galloway included a letter of intent and is eligible to serve as a member of the Board of Directors so an election in those areas will not be held pursuant to Section II, Proofing - Nancy Smith Article VI, Section 6.4 of the current rulebook. If you are a current resident Billing - Nancy Smith of Area VI and you paid your membership on or before June 1, 2017, you will be eligible to receive a ballot for the 2017 election. This year the ballots willThe Journal is published six times a year, every be done electronically and you will receive your ballot link via e-mail. If youother month. Subscription to The Journal is wish to receive a paper ballot, please contact the National office.part of an annual membership fee of $65 for The 2017 ASPC Annual Convention is rolling into Area VII in Las Vegas,U.S. residents (or $80 for first class mailing). NV. We will be having “New” exciting events that you do not want to miss.Membership rates for Canada, Mexico and all Please check the “official pages” as well as the ASPC website. It is never tooother foreign countries are $92 which includes early to make your reservations.The Journal. Non member or gift subscriptions Wishing everyone a safe journey.to The Journal are available for $30 per yearfor U.S. resident of $45 for all other countries. Jill GleasonPlease notify ASPC/AMHR at least six weeks inadvance of change of address. and the National Office StaffEditorial manuscripts accompanied by high-quality photos are most welcome but we do Important Forms:not guarantee publication of any manuscript. Convention Registration....................... Page 76Unsolicited manuscripts, photographs and other Deadline October 20thmaterial becomes the property of The Journaland will not be returned unless accompanied Rule Change Proposal Form ............ Page 88by a stamped, self-addressed envelope. No Deadline January 1, 2018compensation will be made unless agreed uponprior to submission. Opinions expressed by Congress Grand or Performanceauthors do not necessarily reflect or represent Stake Champion..................................... Page 100those of ASPC/AMHR and The Journal.Advertising and/or editorial matter is subject Deadline August 25thto publisher’s approval and will be edited toconform to ASPC/AMHR policy if necessary. Congress Futurity Champion............. Page 101Advertisers are responsible for the accuracy of Deadline August 25ththeir ads and for obtaining reproduction rightsto all images used in their ads. ASPC/AMHR The Journal • June/July 2017and The Journal are not responsible for theaccuracy of statements made in any advertising.All payments must be made in U.S. funds only. The Journal (Publication No 023260) (ISSN 10788484) is published bimonthly for the American Shetland Pony Club and American Miniature Horse Registry. Periodicals postage paid at Morton, IL and additional mailing offices.POSTMASTER: Send address changes to ASPC, 81B E. Queenwood, Morton, IL 61550, (309) 263-4044. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Copyright 2017 by American Shetland Pony Club, Inc. 5

Info From The Home OfficeImportant Payment Reminders: Reminders For Show ManagersWhen submitting registry work to the office, payment must • All show info must be in the office 60 days before thebe included. You may pay by check, money order, credit card start of the show or there will be a late fee of $5.00 peror PayPal. day charged until it is received.If you live outside the US and are sending a check, it must be • All class lists must have the ASPC/AMHR/ASPR class codein US Funds only. If we receive a check that is not in US in parenthesis before or after class name.Funds, the foreign currency exchange amount will be chargedto your account. • E xpired horses are not allowed to show (horses born in 2012 must have an “A” or “B” after their registrationIf you wish to use a credit card and don’t feel comfortable number). If they have a “T” - they are not allowed to show.with sending your information through the mail, do not write“call for payment” on the work order, please call the office • G elding classes:All horses entered must have Gelding onand put the number on file with accounting before you put their certificate or they can’t show in a Gelding Class.your work in the mail. • Results must be submitted to the show department 30If you would like to use PayPal for registry work, please days after the last day of the show or a $5.00 per day lateinclude the email that is associated with your account. fee will be charged. • A ll Master Lists must have horse’s name and Registration numberNew Prices • All Youth & Amateur classes must have the exhibitor member number written on result sheet.The following fee changes go into effect January 2, 2018. Visit www.shetlandminiature.com - Membership/Member(Reference the Spring Board Meeting Minutes for more Forms/Show Manager Forms to review importantdetailed information.) information for all show managers. Transfer Fees: Reminders For Exhibitors $20,00 - 0 to 6 months $30,00 - 6 to 12 months • M ake sure your horse or pony’s certificate is $100,00 12 to 18 months up-to-date and correct. $200.00 18 months and over • Verify that your Membership and Amateur cards are Temporary to Permanent renewed and on hand.on expired registration certificates: •  B e sure to read each show premium for specific rules and $25.00 requirements that pertain to that show. Temporary to Permanent: •  V isit www.shetlandminiature.com for the latest $10.00 show schedule, updates on ASPC/ASPR Congress & AMHR Nationals. Lease Termination: $10.00 • Order your favorite show photo from the show photographer for future Journal ads celebrating your success.6 The Journal • June/July 2017

2017 NC State Fair Miniature Horse Show October 16, 2017OCT 12-22, 2017 AMHR SANCTIONED Stalls available Sunday, Oct 15 NCSTATEFAIR.ORG at 2:00PM Judge: Lee Crutchfield, 7 Cameron, NC Gov. James B. Hunt Jr. Horse Complex North Carolina State Fairgrounds Sheri Bridges • [email protected] NC State Fair Horse Show 1025 Blue Ridge Road • Raleigh, NC 27607 Tel (919) 839-4701 • Fax (919) 733-9572 The Journal • June/July 2017

Amateur ProgramNews & UpdatesWhat a wonderful start to 2017 forour Amateurs !! Last issue we wereable to congratulate the 2016 YearEnd High Point Amateurs and in thisissue we are highlighting the 2016Supreme Amateurs. Our Associationis going all out in order to promoteour Amateurs and have helped ourcommittee increase our awards andrecognition for 2017.There are so many new awards andprograms in 2017 that all Amateursshould be able to find a program tobe active and involved in!! Meet Kelsey Dahl, our March Amateur of the month! Kelsey has been involved with theThe Novice Amateur program is Amateur Program for 6 years. She enjoys competing with her horses, Wa-Full Unique Chips Ahoyoffering all of the local shows ribbons & Wa-Full Kids Crescent Zoe. Kelsey is also on the Amateur Committee, the Youth Committee and is the ADS committee co-chair.and awards for the Novice AmateurNon-Rated classes if they offer them. We have had several The ASPC/AMHR/ASPR Amateur Facebook page hasshows take us up on our offer and hope for many more. been a huge hit. We have lots of interaction, give educationalThere will also be non-rated Novice Amateur Halter classes information and supply updates whenever possible. Contestsoffered at Nationals. continue for all amateurs to compete in. Our Amateur of theA year end award was added this year called the Exceptional Month has brought recognition to several of our amateursAmateur - it is based on one amateur but multiple horses. The for not only their show ring experiences but also for helpingAmateur committee felt we needed to support our amateurs promote our breed.showing multiple horses also. We are really excited about our new logo. It needs a few tweaks in order to be used for everything from embroidery toThe Super All Around Award was added for both Congress printing to letterhead. We hope that we will release it by theand Nationals. This award promotes utilizing one horse for end of May. Thanks for all competing in the contest !!both halter and performance. Find us on Facebook Badge We are extremely hapRGpBy/ .etpos announce that all amateurs competing at Congress and Nationals will receive an AmateurWe also divided the Congress High Points into Halter and Thank You Goody Bag. They will also have random chancesPerformance (to match Nationals). And the Trainers changed to win bigger prizes. A huge thanks to all of the sponsors.their awards to High Point All Around Amateur at both It is not too late to add your name to our Sponsor list. Weshows. We are currently looking for Sponsors in order to add gladly accept any and all donations of money or product.Reserve Champions for all of these awards also. Have You Joined the Amateur Facebook Page Yet? Search Aspc/aspr/amhr amateurs on Facebook and join today! Share your favorite photos and posts of your sheltands and minis with the group, ask questions, or add your comments to encourage and inspire others.8 The Journal • June/July 2017

Meet our April Amateur of the Month, Michelle Barcus. One of her favorite memories is driving in the Modern Amateur Roadster at Congress with Heza Jack Rabbit. One of her greatest accomplishments was starting Team Tiny - where she shares her ponies with up and coming youth exhibitors. They learn how to care, drive, ride and show ponies and life lessons that will benefit them for a lifetimeThe Amateur Committee will besponsoring a Meet and Greet at bothCongress and Nationals. Make sureto come and meet some new friends !!Information will be posted closer to thetime.Last but certainly not least - there isa new mentor program in the works.We are finding experienced membersin every area that are willing to helpnewcomers. It is important for all ofour new people to be able to call andask questions. These are in addition toour committee members.As always - new ideas and projects taketime. I am incredibly proud of ourAmateur committee and all they haveaccomplished. They are still comingup with new ideas and we certainlywant suggestions from all of you !!The Amateur committee wishes youall the best of luck with your minis andponies this summer !! No matter whatwe personally love about them - we alllove them and that in itself creates abond between every Amateur !! The Journal • June/July 2017 9

2016 ASPC/ASPR Amateur Supreme Jean Haines Horses have always been my passion, I was known as the horse crazy kid in our small farm town when I was little. Growing up in NJ, my dad & I would go to the local horse auction and buy inexpensive horses to work with. When I was a kid, I would go to the local shows and lean on the rail for hours watching the trainers school their horses and students. I was trying to learn as much as I could by listening to the professionals and watching the horses that were winning. I got a lot of free lessons that way. During the summers, I worked at local farms to earn enough money to participate in clinics and local horse shows. I’d always dreamed of owning a fancy pony and showing at the “big shows” someday. In the 80’s & 90’s my husband, Walt, and I owned a small four acre farm in Southern NJ and we were blessed to be able to keep our horses & ponies at home. Walt is not a horse person, but he has always been very supportive of my horse habit because he knows they make me happy. When our kids were young, we spent most weekends showing on the hunter circuit. In the fall of 1997, I got a job transfer from NJ to Charlotte, NC. Walt thought we were finally done with the ‘horse thing’ when we sold the farm, horses and horse trailer and moved to NC. Then I discovered minia- ture horses and it opened up a whole new world!10 The Journal • June/July 2017

I purchased my first miniature horse, Freeland’s Tom A Hawk In 2016, my goal was to aim for the Classic High Point(aka Karat), after seeing an ad on the internet. Karat was Amateur Performance Pony award. The plan was to show5 months old when he arrived at our new home in NC. I at several Area 3 shows & at Congress in the Classic Countrytried to convince Walt that a miniature horse would be less Pleasure Driving division and Obstacle Classes. At 2016expensive and less work because they ate less, pooped less anddidn’t need as much space. I only wanted a miniature horsefor a pet – I didn’t need a show horse. (I admit that I waswrong on this one.) Within a year we were going to miniaturehorse shows and I was hooked. We met so many wonderfulfriends in the miniature horse world. The people we met werefriendly and willing to help and answer all of my questions.The next thing I knew we were purchasing a cart, harnessand another horse trailer. I did all my own training withFreeland’s Tom A Hawk and he went on to win 2 NationalAMHR Championship titles in 2011 and a 3rd NationalChampionship title in 2012.In 2012, my grandson & I went to show in Ocala, Florida.While we were there, we decided to visit Anita Ray at SilverMeadows Training Center. Anita took us out in the pastureto see the new foals. That’s when I fell in love with a coltfrom their amazing stallion, Unbridled Masterpiece (HOF).I remember watching Master drive at Nationals and thinkingI want a horse like that! The colt was a beautiful bay with 4white stockings and a blaze – and he looked & moved just likeMaster. I wasn’t looking to buy a foal – I was just “looking” atthe babies, but I couldn’t resist this one! Before the weekend Within a year, we were going to miniature horse shows and I was hooked.We met so many wonderful friends in the miniature horse worldwas over, I purchased the colt from Richard & Anita Ray and Congress Jag was Champion in the Youth Country Pleasurenamed him Silver Meadows Executive Decision (aka Jag). I Driving, with Casey Waxler at the whip. We were Reservenow had a fancy ‘Master baby’ to train and show. Congress Champion in the Jr. Classic Country Pleasure3 months later, Silver Meadows Executive Decision was Driving class. He also got very good ribbons in his obstacleReserve National Champion in the Gelding Foal of the and other driving classes.Current Year class at the 2012 Nationals at his 1st show! In 2016 was a VERY GOOD year! Never in my wildest dreams2013 he was Congress Champion in his Yearling Gelding class had I imaged Jag would end up with his Halter Hall ofand Reserve Congress Champion in his Color Class. In 2014, Fame, 2016 High Point Classic Amateur Halter Pony, 2016I began teaching Jag to ground drive and started working on High Point Classic Amateur Performance Pony AND 2016Halter Obstacles to teach him to focus. Jag made his driving Supreme Amateur Shetland Pony! I learned that when Goddebut in 2015 as a 3 year old. At the 2015 Congress, he was puts a dream in your heart, and you pursue it with a passionReserve Champion in Classic Ladies Country Pleasure driving, He will bring it to fruition bigger and better than you can3rd in the Classic Futurity Class and won good ribbons in his imagine. It took many years, but I finally have my fancyother Classic Driving classes and was 3rd in Halter Obstacle. pony and I’m proud to be able to compete with him at the ‘big shows’. I’m blessed to be living the dream with Silver Meadows Executive Decision. The Journal • June/July 2017 11

2016 AMHR Amateur Supreme David StewartIcame to know the pleasure of horses and equine activity the amateurs. As my daughter upgraded to a better horse, I later in life. Although I grew up in Lancaster County, Penn- used her “hand-me-down” and was modestly successful.sylvania where horse drawn buggies are still common among However, my youngest daughter, Susan, who has Downs syn-the Amish and Mennonites, other than being quaint, there drome, was never really comfortable with the big horses. Shewas no attraction. Although my family frequently passed theQuentin Riding Club while visiting relatives in Harrisburg,we never stopped. Most teenagers of that time wanted lotsof horsepower from an internal combustion engine, and notfrom an animal. Horse related activities while in medicalschool and subsequent training and service with the Air Force,places where horses were not common, would not have trig-gered even the most remote level of interest.However, by the late 1990s my oldest daughter, Sarah, wasbitten by the “horse bug”. We had purchased 50 acres ofTexas real estate as a weekend “get away” spot and beforelong, we had a house trailer and a horse on the property. Overthe next few years, several other horses were purchased whilemy daughter pursued rodeo events. We were introduced toJoe Frank Brown and Mike Greathouse by 2003 and beganshowing performance paint horses. I frequently remarkedthat watching a horse show, even with my daughter compet-ing, was as “exciting as watching a chess match.” With that inmind I soon had my own paint horse and was competing with12 The Journal • June/July 2017

would grudgingly ride in special needs classes, but I would sincerely like to thank those who have helped merequired a lot of persuasion to do this. During along in my endeavors with miniature horses. Truly I havePinto World 2007, our stalls were in the same aisle had to master a new skill set. From the Van Cliburn pianoas those of Donnalee Ammons of Hidden Hollow competition comes the aphorism that it takes “10,000 hoursFarms. Donnalee allowed Susan to visit her min- of practice to become an expert.” I have been greatly helpediatures and work with Hidden Hollow Olla, whom by Michael Greathouse and Joe Frank Brown with this. Iwe purchased a few months later. would like to thank Donnalee for her encouragement fromMy focus really changed after that. We had great the beginning. Finally, I would like to thank my family and es-success with Olla over the first year, and I began pecially my wife, Johnnie, for allowing me the time to developlooking for other miniatures to complement her. my experience with these remarkable animals.I purchased L Bar B Talents Tennessee Romanceat Nationals in 2008, and have been showing himsince. We have also been blessed with other greathorses acquired from a variety of sources whichhave filled other performance and driving classes.I consider myself fully vested in miniature horsesnow. On the horizon is carriage driving which willadd a new dimension to my miniature activity andwith which I am anxious to get started.There is also much psychology involved with“horse sense” and “people sense” developingover time. Learning how to deal with thephysical and mental aspects of showing myminiatures is still a work in evolution.I still have a walk-trot paint horse, but I’ve learnedthat an older body, even on an accomplished horse,still has difficulty competing with much young-er riders. I have bred horses but realize that thetime that I have to spend with foals large or smalland my knowledge of training is limited. One ofthe difficulties of aging is being able to let go ofan activity that one has truly come to love. I havehoped that my grandchildren will be able to enjoythe pleasures of equine activity. There is a stable ofhorses waiting for them to use and then I can enjoytheir success.I have found that showing horses could be com-pared to practicing medicine which is what I do“in real life.” There is a certain amount of coreknowledge that is required. However, every ride ordrive may be different. People are like that, too:despite the same types of treatment, the outcomemay not be the same. There is also much psychol-ogy involved with “horse sense” and “people sense”developing over time. Learning how to deal withthe physical and mental aspects of showing myminiatures is still a work in evolution. The Journal • June/July 2017 13

2016 AmateurCompanion Award Susan Binsfeld2006 was the year that started a new, and ongoing, chapter in and usually a nursing home, or other facility, in that same week.my life. At that time I was providing Pet Therapy at a nursing Rosie is a wonderful ambassador for the miniature horse breed,home with my cat, Lizzie, and came up with the idea that the bringing smiles and comfort to the patients and elderly. I driveresidents might enjoy a visit from my miniature horses. So, I her to our visits in a pink minivan that is widely recognizedbegan bringing my two minis to the parking lot and bringing around town.the residents out to see them. When I saw how much they In 2009, Rosie received the PlaneTree Award, an award givenloved seeing the horses, I promised I would bring them back as in the medical field, that recognizes caregivers who have goneoften as I could. above and beyond the call of duty. She received hers for aIn 2008, I became part of the Pet Therapy Team at one of our house call we made to a terminally ill patient. The patientlocal hospitals, Aurora BayCare Medical Center, with Lizzie. had been telling his doctors and nurses of a recurring dreamThe person in charge was completely open to having a min- of a little horse was standing by his bed. His daughter wasiature horse join the team. I chose to bring Aladdin to visit able to make contact with us through the hospital, she asked ifpatients. It was such a thrill and an amazing experience to we could come soon, death was imminent. We made it to hissee the reactions on the faces of patients and staff. But, in my home and walked across the white carpet to his bed. He wasopinion, Aladdin was just a little too big to maneuver around able to sit up and tell us that, yes, this was the little horse heall the obstacles I encountered inside a hospital. had dreamt of. After we said goodbye, he and his wife shared aSoon thereafter, Fasher M Mi Lil Rosebud, “Rosie”, became beer and toasted to a good day. Shortly thereafter, he fell intopart of my family and part of this unique team. We are starting a coma and passed away through the night. Knowing we gavethe beginning of our ninth year together. him and his family comfort is something I will forever carry inWhen I first completed the Amateur my heart.Companion/Excellence Program in2010, it was with multiple miniature In 2012, I published a book called “A Viewhorses. Since then, I have completed from Inside, a guide to Providing Pet Ther-the program in 2012, 2014 and 2016 apy with a Miniature Horse”. It details thewith only Rosie. The guidelines are steps I take to get Rosie ready for a visit, andeasy to follow, and keeping track of what happens during a visit.our visits is simple. Although I have always been more for theWe live in Wisconsin, just outside of camaraderie of showing miniature horsesGreen Bay, so we visit from the be- than showing them myself, my heart is inginning of May through the end of sharing my love of them with people who re-October. We visit the hospital weekly, ceive joy from a nuzzle and a kiss from Rosie. It is my greatest pleasure!14 The Journal • June/July 2017

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2016 AmateurCompanion Award Hal & Deb BryantAs the old song says: It’s hard to be humble when you feel your The Cat in the Hat and numerous Brides and Grooms, just to“horses” are perfect in every way. Althoough we are grateful mention a few.for their success in the show ring - our true happiness and en- While our horses have performed in parades with spectatorsjoyment comes from sharing them outside the show ring every numbering in the millions in Milwaukee, to sold out crowdschance we get. Oh, the places we’ve gone and things we have in Freedom Hall in Louisville, they are just as willing to visit aseen, all because of our incredible horses and ponies! Nursing Home and give rides to the residents or go to schoolBecause we have put them out there - looking their best - they and visit with the kids.were invited to and performed at Opryland, The Great Circus On their “off time” at home, they have had as many as 1000Parade, Equitana, Equine Affaire, Indy 500, Horse Progress visitors come thru their barn. School Groups, Church ClubsDays, Breyerfest and more. They have received inivitations and Field Trips are always welcome.from the Department of Tourism from three different States, When we finally admit to being old and gray and reminiscea Presidential Inauguration, WEG and met a govenor. We about all we have done, these jackets awarded by the Amateuraccept any and all invitations, if we possibly can. Excellence Program will be our proof along with an incredi-We have been honored to escort a U.S. Senator, the RFD-TV ble photo album and memories even we find hard to believe.crew, a lovely 102 year old lady, Veterans, Parade Marshals, All because of our horses - who took us along for the ride! Thank you!

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2016 Amateur Companion Award Jayne Arrowood Jayne Arrowood and Jimmy Deans Blossom When Blossom looks at me with those big brown eyes I could just hug her. She is the sweetest little horse I’ve ever known. She tries so hard to please. My friend, Connie, calls her “Awe- some Blossom”, and she is. I enrolled us in the AMHR Amateur Companion Program because we do so many things besides showing. Don’t get me wrong, Blossom loves the show ring, she is a “people person horse”. This past summer we were invited to be a part of Western Day at Fairhaven Nursing Home. Blossom wasn’t at all bothered by the wheelchairs, oxygen tanks, or the huge crowd that surrounded us. It was a touching experience. Blossom is such a joy to drive. People have told me that it is obvious that she loves her job. We have gone on many trail drives and she’s always ready and willing. We’ve driven really early to beat the heat. We’ve driven in the rain. We’ve driven in the cold. We’ve gone to small farms and big equestrian cen- ters. Blossom even let a group of girls from a riding club use her in a jumping and obstacle demonstration. She loved the attention they gave her braiding her mane and tail. Blossom and I also participate in clinics, fun days, and many other things. I hope we have years of experiences together. She has taught me that the most beautiful things in life are not just seen, but felt by the heart. Blossom has 1,000 points.18 The Journal • June/July 2017

Jayne Arrowood and Auburn Oaks Fanci EncoreEmmy is a prize. She was a gift from a lady I have a lot of respect for. I just love Club Programs andthis little horse. She has courage. She has stamina. She has grit, just like Jean. Scholarship OpportunitiesEmmy is the happiest when we are driving. She prefers the woods and trails tothe show ring and sand. www.shetlandminiature.com isThe Amateur Companion Program is good for Emmy and me because we get the place to find Membershippoints for doing things we love. This past year we took part in a game day that and Registration forms as welltested not only our skills, but also our sense of humor. Emmy and her two sis- as information on awards andters, Blossom and Dolly, were topics of discussion on a radio broadcast we did scholarship opportunities. You’llabout miniature horses. We tried our hand at HDT competition. That was see the latest updates on eventstough, and we’re going back to try it again this year. and discover many ways to getI was extremely proud of Emmy’s rock steady attitude at a circus themed clinic involved in the various programswe attended back in the fall. She wasn’t rattled by the balloons, props, ring- offered by ASPC, Inc.master, and big horses with riders that were in the ring with us. She even gotin the wading pool. As the ASPC/ASPR CongressAt the Carriage Club Fun Day Emmy learned that the water hazard is fun and and AMHR Nationals drawnot full of alligators. near, be sure to check out theEmmy has earned her first 500 points. Our plan is to continue with this pro- various contests and awards forgram. Life offers us many choices – give up, give in, or give it all you’ve got. Amateur and Youth members.We choose to give it all we’ve got. Thank you to all who sponsor programs, awards or donate their time, goods or services that help these programs thrive. These programs are only as good as the people involved. Interested in sponsoring an award or donating to the Youth or Amateur Program? Contact the home office or the Committee Chair and thank you in advance!

Driving for College Credit Tennessee College offers Driving Classes and introduces students of all ages to small equine A surprising convergence between people of all ages and miniature horses and ponies holds promises for new membership in theA.S.P.C/A.M.H.R.As the older generation finds itself dealing with chronic disease and movement limitation, they are also are finding a way to stay involved with their equine friends. Many are going small and moving from riding to driving smaller horses. Hiwassee College in Madisonville, Tennessee is one of the only two colleges in the United States that offer driving classes for college credits and the only college that offers beginning and intermediate driving. Hiwassee instructor Mike Wahl focuses on small equine for his driving classes. He has both young students and older ones, such as Dr. Susanna Dimmick, a retired professor from the University of Tennessee. She said that introduction to driving while earning a bachelors of science in equine science at Hiwassee College was a turning point.20 The Journal • June/July 2017

“I fell in love with driving. I never knew it could be done, and I feel so muchbetter as a driver. I’m so lucky Hiwassee made this class available to me. Itturned out to be one of the pivot classes of my equine career,” shared Dr.Dimmick. “Mike Wahl was such a professional and taught me the value ofleadership and respect. I know performance driving is in my future.” Sincetaking the driving classes, Dr. Dimmick has sold her Missouri Fox Trottinghorse and has since purchased two miniature horses and one classic pony. “What a thrill to drive this ambitious high stepping pony. In all my years with horses I have never experienced driving a pony like this” - Doc SeverinsenAnother senior who is excited about driving is Doc Severinsen, (the banddirector and trumpet player for Late Night with Johnny Carson for manyyears). He decided to visit Ken-Mar Farms and take western riding lessons.In the process of riding a western school horse, he decided to try his handat driving. He is now driving an American show pony. Doc Severinsen said“What a thrill to drive this ambitious high stepping pony. In all my yearswith horses I have never experienced driving a pony like this. This takes adifferent skill and gives one a real sense of accomplishment. I hope to try myhand in a future equine show.” Doc Severinsen has driven miniature horses,classic ponies, and American show ponies.The Journal • June/July 2017 21

Driving For College Credit - cont.The driving world has not only influenced the older to anything else in the equine world. Minis and poniesgeneration, but also the younger students as well. Ariel are a great addition to the equine program at HiwasseeHooper is a third year student and they have been a big hit soat Hiwassee College pursuing far. I am very thankful for theher bachelor’s degree in Riding large horses is great, but experiences I have enduredequine management and driving gives you a whole new feel that since meeting Mike Wahltraining. Ariel Hooper said and his father, Dr. Kenneth“I developed my love for cannot be compared to anything else Wahl, and hope to further myhorses a long time ago, but knowledge in both the largefound a joy for driving both in the equine world. and small equine world.”ponies and miniature horses “This has been a greatthrough the college driving experience working withclasses. It introduced me to a whole new world which I had college students and small equine, all of the students feltnever encountered before. Riding large horses is great, but a great deal of success”, states instructor Mike Wahl.driving gives you a whole new feel that cannot be compared22 The Journal • June/July 2017

Do You Have An Interesting Small Equine Story or Photos You’d Like to Share?The Journal is interested!If you’d like to submit anequine related article orphotos, email Susan @shetlandminiature.comor call 309-263-4044.Submission does notguarantee publication.Hi resolution photos toaccompany your article arehelpful and appreciated.Did you recently attend anASPC/AMHR or relatedevent and have clear, hi-res-olution photos you’d like toshare? Please call Susan at309-263-4044 for the bestway to submit them. TheJournal appreciates the useof photos for upcomingarticles and other promo-tional materials. If needed,please include your photocredit information. The Journal • June/July 2017 23

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NEW THIS YEAR!Thursday Night isLadies Night Treats - Decorations - Recognition Plus, donations will be collected to support breast cancer research. Purchase a Candy Bar from the show office and you could be holding aGolden Ticket and a chance for great prizes!Total payout calculated Greenbacksbased on the number of for Geldingsclasses and ponies in thegelding division.Total Amount -$4500.00See Congress Premium for more details Wishing all exhibitors success in the show ring and welcoming fans of all ages to Lake St. Louis, Missouri July 31st through August 5th!26 The Journal • June/July 2017

The 2017 Congress Official ProgramPlace Your Ad in theofficial program to:• Show Your Support for our organization’s National Show• C elebrate your Successful Show Season• Wish Luck to Friends and Family• P romote Your Equine BusinessThis commemorativeOfficial Programgiven to all attendeesof the ASPC/ASPRNational Congress.Affordable Rates:*Full Page - $1251/2 Page - $751/4 Page - $50* Interior pages are black & whiteInside Front and Back Covers ($350)and Back Cover ($500) are full color - Call for availability! Deadline for Camera-Ready Ads is July 7th Contact Nancy at 309-263-4044 or [email protected] to reserve your ad space, discuss opportunities or arrange for graphic design services through our freelance designers.Thank you!Visit the ASPC/ASPR Congress Page on our website (www.shetlandminiature.com) for themost up-to-date information, important forms, our sponsors and vendors, and more! It is located under the SHOWS/AWARDS Menu Item. The Journal • June/July 2017 27

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Dun-Haven Perpetual Memorial Trophies to be Awarded at 2017 Congress After Beverly Dunn passed away in January 2013 friends worked with her husband, Lee Dunn, to come up with a memorial trophy that would be befitting this long time pony breeder/exhibitor and honor her presence in the show ring. The decision was a perpetual memorial trophy that would be presented annually to the winner of the ASPR Pleasure Driving Stake class which was one of Bev’s favorite classes and the last class in which she exhibitedBeverly Dunn Perpetual Memorial Trophy - (on July, 2012 atASPR Pleasure Driving Stake Ohio State Fair). Lee had input intothe style and design of this custom trophy which was created bythe Lextro Company in Lexington, KY. It consists of a 16 inch tallpewter loving cup (won’t tarnish) placed on a six inch tall walnut base.The front of the base has the personalized inscription and there are18 plates for winners of the stake for 18 years. The plates list the yearand the names of the pony, driver, and owner of the animal. Thetrophy remains with family friends and is taken to the championshipshow each year for presentation. A sponsored award is given to therecipient to take home. At the end of the 18 years the trophy will be ondisplay at the national ASPC office in Morton, IL. Personal friends ofBeverly’s contributed to this memorial.The inscription on Beverly Dunn’s trophy reads as follows:Given by friends of Beverly Dunn for her 50 plus years of breeding, raising,training, and showing world class ponies; for her immeasurable style and gracein the show ring; for over 15 years of battling cancer while at the same timekeeping a winning presence in the show ring; and for being awarded WorldChampion in the ASPR Pleasure Driving Stake at the 2012 Ohio State Fair.May all recipients of this award treasure her legacy and share her love forshowing ponies, whatever the breed or discipline.30 The Journal • June/July 2017

After Lee Dunn passed away in November 2015 a group of family friends wanted to create a perpetual memorial trophy in memory of Lee who spent almost his entire life in the pony industry.Lee Dunn Perpetual Memorial Trophy - He was a great supporter ASPR Harness Stake of the American Show Pony Registry and the ASPR Harness division, inparticular. He was the frequent winner of the ASPR Harness Stake at Congressand the Ohio State Fair World Show. A few of Lee’s friends decided since Leeliked the trophy that had been custom made for his wife, Beverly, that they wouldhave the same trophy made with the personalized inscription on the front and the18 plates for the winners for the next 18 years. At the end of that time, the trophywill be on display in the American Hackney Horse Society office in Lexington, KYsince many of the ASPR ponies are small Hackneys or a combination of Hackneyand Shetland. The trophy was made possible by personal friends of Lee Dunn.The inscription on Lee’s trophy reads as follows:Given by friends of Lee Dunn - Few ever earn the title of legendary. Lee Dunn gracefullyand humbly earned that title. His foresight in breeding, his innovation in training, hiswillingness to share, and his love for ponies have created the future of the industry. Theponies of today and the excitement they create in bringing individuals into the industrywere part of the Dun-Haven foundation. It is with this admiration and appreciationthat the Lee Dunn Perpetual Memorial Trophy is presented. The Journal • June/July 2017 31

2017 Elections - Board of DirectorsWhen seated on the Board of Directors, one must represent the area that elected them as well as the well-being of the entire organization. Here are the individuals running in the upcoming election. Please take a moment to get to know them and what they will bring to the organization. James Walsh chairing the Classic Stallion Sweepstakes Thomas “Bud” Committee the last couple years.   Initial Stephenson Area I - Candidate interest was very promising but I also found through the use of social media Area II - IncumbentMy name is James Walsh and I am and by  constructing a new website therunning for the Area I Shetland Seat on program took off which resulted in Well, the time has flown by and it isthe ASPC/AMHR BOD.  I would like record breaking nominations and bids election time again. I wasn’t planningto take this chance to introduce myself totaling over $25,000!   That success on running for director when my termto the membership that  I have not has continued into a second successful ended but many people have asked mehad the opportunity to meet yet.  My season and am excited to see what to continue and run again. So, here I amfamily began raising Miniature Horses is in store with our new expanded one more time. I really enjoy workingover 20 years ago and added Shetlands committee. I feel that the recent interest for all the members of the club.to our program 10 years ago.  Our in the AMHR/ASPC market couldFamily Farm, Rocking Horse Acres, is result in the same success for many of Thanks for everyone’s supportcurrently home to about 65 Shetlands & our programs if similar opportunities these past short years. See you all at theMiniatures and we usually expect about are taken and communication avenues shows and ponyhorse gatherings where25 foals a year.   I also own and operate utilized to encourage more membership everyone is a winner!RHA Training Stables, campaigning involvement and understanding of   ourabout 20 horses per year and am proud incentive programs.  to have presented many National & Throughout the year my training stablesCongress Champions along with Grand affords me the opportunity to travel allChampions and Horse/Pony of the over the country and meet with manyYear recipients. members in person to discuss ourRecently I have become more  involved programs and current issues.   Whilewith our BOD and committees, social media and email has helped tohaving  attended  Annual  Meetings and connect members and open up lines of communication nothing can replace the give and take and development of ideas that comes from the in person exchange of ideas that are shared at the shows and club events.  I am excited that with your vote I will be able to  encourage productive communication between the members and the BOD on a regular basis.   If you have any questions or ideas please do not hesitate to contact me  through email at  rhatraining@live. com, give me a call at 301-514-4528 or better yet, stop in for a visit at the shows.32 The Journal • June/July 2017

Steve Henderson • Have consistently shown Shetland Glen Russell Ponies in area 3 shows and at Congress Area III - Candidate for the past 25 years Area V - Incumbent • Served as a member of the ASPC/I am asking the members of AREA AMHR/ASPR Board of Directors. First, I would like to thank you, theIII elect me to serve as the Shetland Held the office of vice-president and Members of Area V, for allowing merepresentative on the ASPC/AMHR/ served on various committees including to be (1) of your Area Directors for theASPR Board of Directors. I believe the Finance, Modern Shetland, Modern past six years.that my experience raising and showing Pleasure, USEF and Show Committees Second, I would like the opportunity toShetland ponies, board member/ • Chaired the Finance Committee serve you as (1) of your Area Directorsleadership roles in the ASPC/AMHR/ 2012-2015 during which time major for another three years.ASPR organization, and management financial management improvements I became a member of the Shetlandof area shows for all of the organization’s occurred including the development of Club around the late 1960’s. Later Ibreeds, as well as my professional work a balanced budget, improved national moved to Area V in 1980. Around thisin the field of education, has provided show efficiency, and implementation of time the registry considered revisingme with a broad perspective for helping policies for the financial benefit of the to include our American Miniaturemake the decisions necessary for membership Horses. Over this period of time I havecontinuous improvement of all aspects • Managed miniature horse and pony witnessed Area V sky rocket in membersof the club. shows, including the National Area III and exceptional equine. I am veryI am committed to being a board shows, held at the Kentucky Horse Park proud to be a small part of this growth.member that will help insure that the for 12 years We have worked very hard the past sixclub is responsive to member needs, • Assisted in the promotion of small years to help promote the growth andconducts its business in an ethical, equine by participating in breed demon- opportunities for Area V membersefficient, transparent manner and strations at the Kentucky Horse Park to show their equine in a way thatcommunicates effectively with the brings both delight and satisfaction,entire membership. As a director, I will Personal while enabling others to appreciate theexamine the issues, which come to the Resident of Richmond, Kentucky enjoyment of owning an equine.board, from the standpoint of “what is for the past 40+ years. Married to I feel we need to address our Youth andgood for the organization as a whole” Carolyn, who has also been active in Amateurs, encourage and concentrateand “what best promotes the small the Briarwood Stables pony enterprise, on their needs (THEY ARE THE FU-equine enterprise.” I will always help three children and eight grandchildren. TURE OF THIS ORGANIZATION),make decisions based on the information while still maintaining the same integ-available and what is in the best interest Professional Background rity and concentrations to our trainersof this clubs’ membership. • An Illinois native, I have been a and seasoned members.Shetland/ Miniature Horse/American Kentucky educator since 1971 following I am always available for yourShow Pony Activities high school teaching positions in suggestions or any problems you may• Active in raising, showing and Michigan and Virginia. My work encounter. I feel very strongly that apromoting small equine for the past 27 experience includes being a science Director should keep communicationyears in Area 3 and nationally teacher, school administrator, project open with all members and the ASPC/ director for multi-state education improvement projects, and education consultant. I also served as Associate Superintendent for the Kentucky Department of Education and Vice- President for Education Programs at the Kentucky Science and Technology Corporation. • In addition to serving on the ASPC/ AMHR/ASPR Board of Directors, I have served as a member of the National Science Teachers Association Board of Directors and was board member and President of the Kentucky Science Teachers Association. The Journal • June/July 2017 33

AMHR PRESIDENT at all times. I may Tracey Slagle cows. It can be extremely hard work,be contacted at: glenandedierussell@ with the weather being a great factoryahoo.com or (903) 473-4584. Area VI - Candidate on conditions, but I wouldn’t change I’m looking forward to serving you for it for anything. My sister and I werethe next three years. I appreciate your First let me introduce myself. I am very active in 4-H and showed our cows support and Thank You for your time. Tracey Wait Slagle and I am running and heifers all over the state and even for the American Shetland Pony at the World Dairy Expos, Holstein Kelsey Dahl Club Board of Directors, Area VI Show held annually in Madison, WI. Representative. I have lived practically During my 4-H career, my project Area VI - Candidate my whole life in Nebraska. We, my animals won numerous Championship husband, Brian, and I, currently live 10 trophies and I won more than my shareHi, my name is Kelsey Dahl and I have miles North of Central City, Nebraska. of Showmanship Contests. In 1982 twobeen an active member of ASPC/ We have two children, Tyler, who is of my project animals won National Jr.ASPR/AMHR since 2012.  I am also employed by Sandy Ridge Feedlot, Holstein Ass’n awards: Jr. All-Americanthe co-chair of the ADS committee, as Fullerton, Nebraska, and Samantha, 4 Year Old Cow, and Honorable Mentionwell as a member of both the amateur who is currently attending the Central Jr. All-American Sr. Yearling Heifer. Inand youth committees. I graduated from Community College in Grand Island, 1982 I attended the Nebraska 4-H DairyGustavus Adolphus College in 2014 Nebraska. She is taking courses in Early Council seminar held at the Universitywith a bachelor of arts in sociology Childhood Development. Tyler, with of Wisconsin. In 1985 I entered theand anthropology. I am finishing up my his wife Kourtney, have 3 young boys, Nebraska Dairy Princess Contest anddegree in occupational therapy assistant Logan, Cordell and Hudson and we have was named the 1985-1986 Nebraskafrom the University of St. Catherine. just welcomed our first Grand Daughter, State Dairy Princess. It was a wonderfulMy equestrian interest started back Remington Pauline Slagle, to the Family year, traveling around Nebraska andin my youth career. I showed Quarter in April! We raise and show Registered some out-of-state events representingHorses in both English and Western Shetland Ponies and are members of the dairy industry. At the end of mydivisions, which evolved to joining my the American Shetland Pony Club. We term, I applied for and got a job with thehigh school and college equestrian spend our time off working with the Mid-America Dairy Herd Improvementteams.  Not long after, I started showing ponies and going to shows each year. Association headquartered in Ankeny,my friend’s miniatures.  This opened We have been fortunate enough to have Iowa, and became a DHIA milk testerme up to the world of miniatures and shown some of our ponies to Top Ten here in Nebraska for three years untilShetlands. Standings at Congress and have even Brian and I were married.My goal in running for the Area 6 seat is won a few classes with Logan showing After graduating from CCHS, I attendedto help grow the breeds and bring a new for the first time at the 2016 Congress. the Grand Island Central Communityand vibrant view to the board. I was born in Central City, Nebraska, College and attained Diplomas in Word the daughter of Paul & Chris Wait, Processing and Office Procedures. In Fullerton, Nebraska and was raised on 1983 I began working in the Merrick Wa-Full Farm, along with my sister, County Extension Office in Central City Patsy Wait Egeland, where we learned but left the job after winning the State “work ethics” doing chores with the milk Dairy Princess Contest. During the next couple of years, I worked at home on the dairy and became active in Central City’s FFA Alumni Chapter. In 1987 I was named an FFA Alumni Outstanding Member at the state convention. My husband, Brian, and I are still current members of the Alumni. In 1991, Brian and I were married. We lived in Iowa (Brian’s from Iowa and also grew up driving a 6 pony hitch of reg. ponies) for a few months before coming back to Nebraska. I worked for a while for Country General, as a Dispatcher in Grand Island and in the34 The Journal • June/July 2017

retail store in Central City. In 1992 I Shows. I never attended horse shows person in handling money and dealingstarted full-time employment again with other than to help mom manage them. with people. If I were unfriendly orMerrick County in the Highway and I was mostly involved in the Dairy side hard to work with, I assure you, I wouldSurveyor’s Department and am still of the farm. I did own a Reg. Shetland not be asked to manage equine shows inworking full-time in that office. In my “Blue Chips Cora VB”. I drove her a Nebraska or anywhere else like I haveposition I do all the drafting of surveys, lot at home. Then in 1989 I purchased been. I hope what I’ve told you abouttyping of legal descriptions, filing all a miniature “Schrandt’s Little Megan” myself and my family will help you feelthe surveys with the register of deeds on a sale in Des Moines, IA at the that you can trust and support me in thisoffice and with the Nebraska State fairgrounds. So it was not that I didn’t latest venture. One thing that I do feelSurveyors office. I also take care of all own my own I just did not have the strongly about and that is as a Directorthe accounts receivable for the Highway interest in the ponies back then like I I feel you need to be in the public eyeand Surveyors Departments and make do now. In the mid 90s, I started doing such as attending shows and meetingssure that we balance with the County the pony/miniature shows and clerking that are in the area. That way if anyoneTreasurer every month. Yearly I work horse sales on my own. I have attended wants to visit about their concerns thenwith the State Auditors to make sure our workshops so I can manage shows for the Director is available to visit. Ibooks are all in order and every item is the following breeds: Shetland Ponies, need your vote to help me attain thisin the correct budgets line item. I am Miniature Horses; American Quarter position. Together, I know we can keepcurrently the Merrick County Flood Horse Shows; and Pony of the America. the integrity of the American ShetlandPlain Administrator. I work a lot with Besides Nebraska, I’ve managed shows Pony Club where it belongs. Thank You.financial companies, title companies, in Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakotarealtors, and attorneys on land surveys State Fair, Sioux Empire Show in Rob Crater, Jr.and flood plains. I also work closely with South Dakota, Texas, Virginia, NewFEMA. Mexico, California, and Washington. Area VIII- IncumbentIn 1996 the Merrick County Fairboard I’ve managed shows where there wereelected me to serve as their Treasurer, a over 225 head entered thus creating Hello to the Members of Area VIIIposition I held until I retired from the an income/expenses of over $40,000 and the organization of the AmericanFairboard in 2007. During those years, at times. Along with handling all the Shetland Pony Club IncI attended the Nebraska Fairboard money for these shows, my duties are This organization encompasses differentConventions where we viewed to hire personnel and book lodgings for breeds of small equine, and among thepresentations of future entertainment them, accept all entries and get them approximately 5,000 members we eachacts for our Fairs. I did the booking, etc., entered in master class lists, tally the have a desire and passion that is involved. for these programs besides handling all results of each class and send results in I first became a member of the ASPC/the moneys that are in-and-out for the to the appropriate National Club. What AMHR in 1997 because of my passionduration of the County Fairs. Annually an enjoyable and learning experience for the small equine.  Throughout mywe would handle over $100,000 for which these shows have been. When all goes college career I showed and promotedI did all the bookkeeping (of the various well, it’s enjoyable --- when it doesn’t, it my herd in Area VIII and sat on theaccounts, both receivable and payable). isn’t!! You really learn how to work with boards of many of our local clubs.I also had to yearly turn in a budget to people in those situations. You learn Move forward almost 17 years and I wasthe County & State. In addition my real fast there are always two sides tofamily attends a local church, while I am everything.also involved in the LouPlatte Church As I said above, I am running for the seatAlliance, a cooperative program which of National Director from Area VI. Afterincludes additional Methodist Churches getting more involved with the ponies Iin our area. I have been a member and have really learned more and appreciateam currently the Chair of the LouPlatte the history that is behind all of them.Faith Alliance Pastor Parish Relations I grew up with all these breeders fromCommittee. the past and remember Dad and MomMy “side job” is managing horse shows. talking about them all. I feel qualifiedI am the manager of Double SS Show to handle a position like this basedManagement. I started helping my on my current and past experiences;Mom manage Holstein Shows and Road & Surveyor Department, showclerking sales back in the 70s – 80s then managers, Merrick County Fairboard.we went to managing Shetland Pony DHIA milk tester, exhibitor, etc. I feel that I’ve shown that I’m a trustworthy The Journal • June/July 2017 35

elected to the Shetland Seat for Area in the future?  What is it that the board the past, I now am the chair of theVIII in 2014 representing my area as of directors can do, to continue to show International Committee, Co-Chair ofa member of the board of directors.   I even or increase in numbers in the years the Breed Promotion Committee andam now seeking re-election and your to come? serve as the 1st Vice President of thesupport in remaining active on the How can I help do that for you, and this ASPC/AMHR.ASPC/AMHR board of directors as organization? So you ask how do I have time? Iyour representative. To tell you about my daily life I am a key make the time.  My dedication to thisI have learned many things in the past accounts manager for a large pet and membership is large, and I hope tothree years on the board, including garden product manufacturer, covering continue to be able to gain more trusthow easy it is for us all to get lost in the west coast of the US.    I handle within the membership to express theirthe competition, and the strife that millions of dollars’ worth of business on concerns, and help them to the best ofcan sometimes become involved in our a day to day basis selling my products, my ability.lives.   Truly it is not productive and will planning promotional opportunities, If you have any time and want to emailcontinue to pull apart some of the great managing trade shows and staff.    The me ([email protected]) or chat,history of this breed.    It is time to set roundness of what I do, in dealing please feel free to.   If I am not available,things aside and move forward into the with such a varied group of customers I will get back to you!future for the ASPC/AMHR. I believe can help me establish better This small equine organization is, inIf we look around at other breed relationships with the organizations my opinion, one of the best and let’sorganizations we, and I do mean WE, members. continue as the team of members tohave a major problem and that is the Having served in many roles over keep it that way!decline in horse ownership, membership these past 20 years in this organization May all your travels be safe this yearand registration numbers.     It is known including the Stewards Committee, in however you are promoting thethat less than 3% actually show their the Stewards Board of Governors in small equine!animals.  So where does that leave usTrailering Your Horse: Five Nutrition TipsShow season is upon us, which inevitably means an increase in 3. Weigh your Horse.travel. Whether the destination is local or far away, a few nutri- Did you know that a horse can drop a considerable amount oftional tips will ensure your horse is ready to travel. weight on the trailer in just a few hours? If your horse is a ner-1. Water and Electrolytes. vous traveler, it is wise to keep an eye on weight, especially if heThe importance of water cannot be overstated. Water is essen- sweats considerably. weigh your horse before you embark, andtial for just about every bodily function. Some horses are poor again when you arrive. This will help you determine if any majordrinkers, while some others don’t like the taste of water that isn’t changes have occurred, particularly dehydration, and if nutrition-from home. To help your horse start any trip well-hydrated, offer al or veterinary intervention is necessary.a dose of electrolytes, such as Restor SR from Kentucky Equine 4. Take a Break.Research (KER), the night before a trip. Be sure there is extra wa- If you’re hauling a long distance, stop every 3-4 hourse for atter for him to consume overnight so he is hydrated for the trailer least 15-20 minutes. This will give you a chance to offer yourride. Another trick is to flavor water at home with something the horses water, check on the hay supply, and make sure all of thehorse likes, such as a few drops of peppermint oil. Flavors can equine passengers are in good health. Be sure to check legs asmask subtle differences in water’s taste. If the horse is familiar best you can to ensure no injuries have occurred. In addition, forwith a particular flavor, he shouldn’t be too picky about drinking every 7-8 hourse spent in the trailer, it is recommended to stopwater from a different source. For horse owners in Australia, for at least 45 minutes to remove manure, refill haynets, andDrinkUp is a proprietary blend of ingredients that encourages encourage drinking. Only unload horses in a safe area away fromhorses to drink. noises and traffic.2. Bring Your Own Hay 5. Ventilation is Key.A dietary survey of managers of elite-level show-jmpers revealed Fumes from manure and road traffic are irritation to a horse’s re-that hay is often an afterthought*. Horses were shipped to a spiratory system. Be sure that air can properly circulate throughvenue and hay was purchased on-site, which was likely com- the trailer to prevent stagnation. Proper ventilation will also helppletely different from what the horse was used to at home. Few remove harmful particles from the trailer’s environment and thetraveled with their own hay. Considering how sensitive horses are buildup of excess heat.to dietary changes, make it a practice to bring at least some hayfrom home to minimize risk of digestive upset. If you’re heading *Pratt-Phillips, S. 2016. Feeding practices and nutrient intakes among elite showout on day trip, pack plenty of hay (even an extra haynet) to sus- jumpers. Journal of Equine Veterinary Science. 43:39-43tain the horse for duration of the trip. Article courtesy of Kentucky Euiqne Research (KER). Visit equinews.com/newsletters to subscribe to The Weekly Feed, KER’s award-winning equine nutrition newsletter.36 The Journal • June/July 2017

Becoming a Board of Directorsand the Voting ProcessThe affairs of the corporation are managed by its Board of Directors. The Voting Process:BOD have the final decision-making authority on all matters that comebefore the general membership at any annual or special meeting with The Director of Operations prepares the ballots andthe exception of changes to the Articles of Incorporation. sends to all members eligible to vote in an election Area. Members in that Area must have been livingThere are 16 Directors (2 from each area), and each are elected for in the Area 60 days prior to ballots being mailed outa term of 3 years. Each of the 8 areas has a Director occupying the (or sent electronically) in order to be eligible to vote.“Shetland Seat” and one Director occupying the “Open Seat”. Members and their current addresses are pulled fromNewly elected Directors are seated at the annual convention. the national membership database.Qualifications: Members follow instructions on ballots and complete and return by deadline stated.Must have been an adult member in good standing for the five (5)consecutive years immediately proceeding the election in which the Ballots are returned to an independent accountingindividual will run for Director firm and are verified against the master list of eligible voters.Must have attended at least two of the annual meetings of the ASPC inthe five consecutive years immediately preceding the election in which Ballots are counted after a reasonable amount ofthe individual will run for Director. time to allow for receipt of ballots.To be eligible for the “Shetland Seat” - the majority of animals registered The candidate with the highest number of votes castby the corporation, and owned by the individual for the five consecutive in order is elected and declared the winner. If onlyyears immediately preceding the election in which the individual will one candidate is running in an Area, that candidate isrun for Director, must be Shetlands. “Majority” means at least one declared the winner.more than one-half of the animals. Qualification is verified by thenational home office. In the event that an Area has no one eligible Directors attend and participate in regular meetings,for the “Shetland Seat”, the Area may elect an individual who is special meetings, conference calls, certain hearingseligible under the “Open Seat” qualifications to serve a term of one and other meetings as necessary. They do not receiveyear. To qualify to run for an “Open Seat”, the individual must have any salary for their service on the Board. No Directorowned Shetland ponies, miniature horses or show ponies for the five may serve in any official capacity in a competing breedconsecutive years immediately preceding the election in which the organization. No Director may serve in any permanentindividual will run for Director. capacity for which compensation is received.Must submit letter of intent to the national home office on or beforeApril 1st of the election year.Once qualified, submit photo and brief resume to national home officefor publication in the June/July issue of The Journal. The Journal • June/July 2017 37

Am ican Shetland P y Club, Inc.CONVENTION ASPC • AMHR • ASPR 2017 November 9-11 GUEST SPEAKER Las Vegas, Nevada Richard G. Godbee, Make Your Plans to Attend Ph.D., PAS, Dipl. ACAS - Nutrition American Shetland Pony Club, Inc., Annual Convention & Meeting Dr. Richard G. Godbee received a Bachelors of Science in in Las Vegas, Nevada Agriculture and Masters of Science in Ruminant Nutrition from the University of Georgia. He received his Ph.D. inYou’ll enjoy catching up with friends outside of the Animal Nutrition/Nutritional Biochemistry with an emphasisshow ring during the social events plus there are sure in equine from Colorado State University. He has numerousto be a few surprises. publications in peer reviewed journals and popular press on multiple species. He has presented papers and given invitedSome new events include helpful workshops and an talks throughout the United States Japan, Ireland, England,engaging guest speaker, Dr. Richard Godbee - expert Germany, Switzerland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Australia,on equine nutrition. This is in addition to the delicious Mexico, and Canada.awards banquet and breakfast where achievements Dr. Godbee is a Director of Technical Services - Equine forwill be acknowledged including winners of Horse of the Farnam, Horse Health and Vita Flex. He has served as aYear, Pony of the Year, Breeder of the Year and Hall of faculty or adjunct faculty member at several universities.Fame will receive their awards. There are sure to be He has also served on the graduate committees for Mastersome fun moments during the Trainers Auction as well and Ph.D. candidates at numerous universities. Dr. Godbee’sas some great items up for bid. research interest has included the effect of nutrition on immunity and inflammation. He is Board Certified in Animal Please Don’t Wait - Nutrition by the American College of Animal Science and has achieved Professional Animal Scientist status in the AmericanThe Host Hotel, Harrah’s Las Vegas, will have a special Registry of Professional Animal Scientists with a specialtyrate for those who use the link available on the National in Horses. He is also a member of the American AcademyConvention webpage at www.shetlandminiature.com of Veterinary Nutrition, American Society of Animal Science,and book before October 7th. Book your room soon to American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists, andbe close to all the meetings and events. Equine Science Society. He is a member of Gamma Sigma Delta, Alpha Zeta, and Sigma Xi honor societies. He owns andLooking forward to seeing you in Vegas! shows cutting horses at local and national events. More Information and Registration Form can be found on page 7738 The Journal • June/July 2017

Rule Change Proposals Process and Importance of Attending Annual ConventionYou have an Best Solution Define the problem &idea for a Rule develop as many possibleChange! solutions as you can byNow What? asking others for input. Choose one possible LE PR solution that appears toLE be the most appropriate and that fits the mission RU and goals of ASPC, Inc. OPOS RU AL Determine if any RULE Submit proper wording for a proposed rule other rules would change by typing or neatly printing the exact be affected if wording proposed. If you propose changes your proposal to existing language, strike through the were to be adopt- words you propose to delete. Type in bold ed and specify and italicize the words you propose to add. the rule number. Rule Change proposal forms must beProposed rule changes submitted on or BEFORE Jan 1st of thesubmitted with sufficient year they will be presented at the annualdocumentation and specific Convention. (Form can be found on page 88explanation detailing reasons as well as www.shetlandminiature.com).for the change will be assignedto the respective committee(s) The appropriate committee meeting(s)and included on ASPC website. during Annual Convention allowIn preparation for the Annual members to comment on and discussConvention, these are discussed the proposed rule change(s).by their respective committees During the committee meeting(s), theprior to Annual Convention. rule change proposal(s) are discussed and a vote takes place. Majority rules and if passes, it moves forward to the Board of Directors.During the Annual Board of Directors Rules passed during ConventionMeeting, the Board of Directors review (other than those requests forall Rule Change Proposals that passed at Extraordinary Changes) do notcommittee level and vote on each. go into effect for one year. The Journal • June/July 2017 39

Promoting Our Small Equine WNY Equifest Little Bits 4-H displayed at the WNY Equifest this past March. They actively promoted the miniature horses in and out of the show ring. Thank you to this group as well as all who helped them during the show.Can Am All BreedsEquine ExpoThe MHCO (Miniature Horse Club of Ontario) attendsa number of public events each year which allow themto have their club both where they can promote ourbreed, advertise the club and inform the public about theminiature horse.Booth set up at Expo. They were recently at the 2017 Can Am All BreedsPhoto Credit: Doug & Caroline Moor-Savage Equine Expo held in Markham Ontario Canada. Above: Youth Dirctor/Ambassador Faith Dennis speaking to an attendee about the club and miniature horses - Photo credit: Julia Magi. INTRODUCE PEOPLE TO ASPC/AMHR/ASPR Invite a friend who may be new to the world of small equine to a show near you! Visit www.shetlandminiature.com to view an up-to-date monthly schedule or to download a complete show schedule.40 The Journal • June/July 2017

HorseGirlTV Sandy Croote did an excellent job representing the organization with the host of Horsegirltv.com during Equine Affaire. The video was recently posted on their channel - it is also viewable at www.shetlandminiature.com under “Media Gallery”. Midwest Horse FairAnn Olujic sent in this recap from her successful experienceat The Midwest Horse Fair.“The ASPC/AMHR/ASPR banner was hung and all thecalendars and Journal magazines were given out - they werea big hit! By far the most asked question was in regards tominiature horses and their work as therapy animals. The nexttopic of interest was driving minis – how to get started, carts,harnesses, training etc….. All in all it was a very successfulweekend. Our demonstrations were well received but ourbiggest hit was the petting corral!”Show Time ClipperGerald Hughes - Owner BLADES SHARPENED Look for us at these shows: $500 per set June 9-11: June Jubilee + Shipping Glen Rose, TX Scissors Sharpened July 21-23: Area V Nat’l Show Clippers Repaired Tulsa, OK 2745 County Rd 4306 July 29 - Aug 5: De Kalb, TX 75559 ASPC CONGRESS Lake St. Louis, MO [email protected] 903-733-6984 Cell 903-733-6985 Office Sept 7-17: AMHR NATIONALSAll work Satisfaction Guaranteed Tulsa, OK Oct 27 - 29: Halloween Spooktacular - Glen Rose, TX New Andis Blades Sizes:# 7, #10, #15, #30,# 40, #50 Call For Pricing The Journal • June/July 2017 41

Show RecapAnother Successful Luchetta. You took the time to look at each and every entryDaffodil Dandy that came before you. You all saw some of the biggest driving classes, one class had as many as (15) fifteen entries.Karen Shaw shares a recap of this popular show in Texas: Hats off to our show staff, our show manager “Thank You” to all the Tracey Slagle, for always having a smile even when questions arise. To her husband Brian, andexhibitors who traveled near daughter, Samantha for keeping the show officeand far who came to the 2017 running and keeping the books in order, to RobDaffodil Dandy Show. The Crater our wonderful golden voice who keeps thingsshow was a huge success even moving right along, to our ring steward, Jana andon Easter weekend! There were her daughter Katie for keeping exhibitors moving,190+ horses in attendance. We to our show steward, Vivian Galloway who keptwere missing a few regulars us all informed on rules. To my parents, Jacky anddue to other commitments but Barbara Davis for manning the silent auction, andoverall you could not have asked to our course designer who loves challenges andfor a more beautiful weekend to makes beautifulhave a horse show. designs forThank you to our judges those that enjoySandy Croote, Tim Parkinson,Steve Lampson and even toour apprentice  judge, Corey obstacles and the jumping classes. Thank you to everyone who brought lots of Easter Eggs for the youth Easter Egg hunt. Thanks goes out to my daughter-n-law Stephanie and her mother Judy for driving down to hide eggs and help with the kids. We had a blast watching them go after all sizes of eggs and to see who found one of the prized “Golden Egg” with the $5.00 inside. Thank you to those who participated in the Easter Bonnet Parade loved seeing all of the decorated hats! I don’t want to forget our vendors who came, Brian Deason who is a new tack vendor, Star Lake Tack-Jane Wagner/Cathy Waxler, Gerald Hughes of Showtime Clippers for always keeping our clipper blades sharp and lastly our show photographer, Philip Zander of Horsepics for capturing those special moments on film. Do you have a summary from a local ASPC/AMHR/ASPR Show? Send it (along with hi-resolution photos) to The Journal or email to [email protected] The Journal • June/July 2017

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Promoting Our Small Equine Implementing A New Ad Campaign and Marketing Materials For the OrganizationIn an effort to increase awareness of our wonderful breed, the club programs, etc); Small Equine • Big Savings (highlights lower cost ofmarketing efforts of the organization included a new campaign aimed ownership compared to full-size horse); Small Equine • Big Versatility;at educating those on the versatility of our animals. Ads will be placed Small Equine • Big Competitions (highlights our national shows).in several equine publications including Driving Digest, Pony Quarterlyand Saddlehorse Report promoting the versatility, cost-effectiveness, More marketing materials are being developed including brochures,opportunities and endless adventures one may discover with small banners and online videos. New promotional items have also beenequine. Efforts also include opportunities for editorial content ordered and look for the online ASPC/AMHR/ASPR merchandisehighlighting our ponies and horses within these and other publications. store to be available in the coming weeks.The feedback from those that have exhibited has been helpful and It takes the efforts of many to effectively reach a new audience.Thankthank you to all who took the time to share the comments and overall you to all who share their positive stories of ponies and horses withexperience. A common theme was that while most people think they others, invited new friends to experience life with a Shetland pony,are adorable, many were unaware of the capabilities of these small mIniature horse or show pony, those that take the time to exhibit atpowerhouses. Those that assumed small equine are simply “pasture an event or participate in community events with their small equine,pets” were surprised by the variety of activities, the large number and those that speak positively about our club. All these things makeof clubs and the opportunities available to them through a difference!American Shetland Pony Club, Inc. Using this information, a campaignwas developed: Small Equine • Big Adventures.This main message can More improvements and plans are underway - look for morebe easily expanded upon to target a specific audience and message. information and the progress in future issues of The Journal.Some examples of this are: Small Equine • Big Opportunities(highlights Enjoy your ponies and minis!44 The Journal • June/July 2017

Left: 4’ x 8’ banner for exhibits;Below: Example of 2.5’ x 8’ vertical standing banner;Right: Ad placed in May issue of Driving Digest.Lower Right: One side of general brochure forASPC/AMHR/ASPR Small Equine I Big Adventures The Journal • June/July 2017 45

Offering ASPC Classes at Shows By Rob Crater, ASPC/AMHR/ASPR International Committee Chair Hello to our members of the ASPC/AMHR! The shows are in full swing in all countries that represent this registry and it is great to see! I understand that numbers are strong, and I also see our International exhibitors having some gorgeous foals! What I want to address is: How can we continue to increase the amount of ASPC classes internationally and in the US? If you refer to your rulebook Section XV -C. (on page 7 under Show Mgmt) there are specifications on how you can offer Modern, Classic and ASPR classes at a show and still have it sanctioned without having all of the classes represented. The following text explains: Show Ratings: Modern Division Modern Shows are rated according to class specifications. The ratings are given before the class number and the name to make arranging a show easier. The ratings for shows include: AAA - Modern Halter must have the 33 required classes Modern Performance must have 4 required classes plus 8 approved optional classes AA - Modern Halter must have the 30 required classes Modern Performance must have the 4 required classes plus 6 optional classes A - Modern Halter must have the 15 required classes plus 4 approved optional classes Modern Performance must havce the 4 required classes plus 4 approved optional classes Modern Pleasure Halter must have the 24 required classes Modern Pleasure Performance must have the 6 required plus 2 approved optional classes www.shetlandminiature.comOA (Optional A)- Modern Halter must have the 17 required classes plus $250 Prize Money B - Modern Halter must have the 11 required classes plus 4 approved optional classes Modern Performance must have any 2 required classes plus 4 approved optional classes Modern Pleasure Performance must have 4 required classes plus 2 approved optional classes C - Modern Halter must have any 4 approved classes (Halter or Performance) Modern Performance must have any 4 approved classes (Halter or Performance) Modern Pleasure Performance requires 4 approved classes46 The Journal • June/July 2017

Show Ratings: Classic Shetlands Classic Shetland Shows are rated according toAmerican Show Pony class specifications.American Show Pony Shows are ratedaccording to class specifications. The ratings are given before the class number and the name to make arranging a show easier.The ratings are given before the class number and thename to make arranging a show easier. The ratings for shows include:The ratings for shows include: A - C lassic Halter must have the 28 required classes plus 6 approved optional classesA - ASPR Halter/Performance must have 9 required Classic Performance must have the 4 required Halter and 3 Optional halter classes plus 8 required performance classes plus 2 optional performance classes Performance classes and 8 optional performance classes. B - Classic Halter must have the 21 required classes ASPR Performance Only must have the plus 4 approved optional classes 8 required performance classes plus 8 approved optional performance classes Classic Performance must have any 3 required performance classes plus 1 optional performance classB - ASPR Halter/Performance must have 4 required Halter plus 8 required Performance classes and C - Classic Halter must have any 13 required classes 4 optional classes. “C” rated shows must have any 2 required A SPR Performance Only must have the performance classes 8 required performance classes plus 4 approved optional performance classes D - Classic Halter - Foal of Current Year Classes optional before June 1stC - ASPR Halter/Performance must have 4 required Halter plus 8 required Performance classes ASPR Performance Only must have the Cross Entering - ASPC cannot cross enter into AMHR at 8 required performance classes the same show. At Area National Shows, double registered ASPC/AMHR Shetlands may enter ASPC Futurity ClassNon-Approved Classes - Classes that will not be (non-rated) if showing at the Area Show as an AMHR horserecognized by the ASPC should be noted. Not-rated (rated classes).classes that are not conducted under the AmericanShow Pony rules are required to list class specifications Foundation Shetlandsin the Show Premium List. Foundation Classes are required at National Area ShowsCross Entering - Registered Shetlands may cross enter and ASPC/ASPR Congress, but are Optional at all otherin the ASPR classes at the same show provided they are ASPC sanctioned shows.registered in the ASPR Registry.Shows applying for an ASPC sanctioned Classic Shetland show that offer halter classes must offerthe respective performance classes. Example: A rated halter classes require minimum A ratedperformance classes. B rated halter classes require minimum B rated performance classes. C ratedhalter classes require minimum C rated performance classes. Rob Crater, The ASPC/AMHR is here to promote the growth of the organization and the breed!Area VIII Director and International With this ability to offer optional class schedules so that your club can include the Committee Chair and Breed Shetlands is a great opportunity for clubs all over the world to try! Promotion Co-Chair There is no cost to add classes (ribbons can be re-used and judges are there anyway), only if they have entries, which is EXACTLY what we want! 47 I hope that you have taken this into consideration and your clubs, both in the US and Internationally, rethink the idea of adding the Shetlands into your ASPC/AMHR shows! Let’s see the growth! Thank you everyone! The Journal • June/July 2017

New Look and New Brandfor Breed Partner - US EquestrianAs part of the strategic plan that PresidentMurray Kessler presented to the membershipat the 2017 US Equestrian Annual Meeting,the 100-year-old National Governing Body forequestrian sports now has a new look and anew brand: US Equestrian (formerly USEF).Kessler unveiled an organization that is more agile and strongly US Equestrianfocused on members’ and affiliate organizations’ needs, with Youth Sportsman’s Awardan inclusive spirit that is vital to its vision: to bring the joy ofthose sports to as many people as possible. The overall idea is The primary goals of the US Equestrian Youth Sportsman’sto grow equestrian sport, and membership, for all breeds and Award is to identify future leaders within the equine industrydisciplines. from across all breeds and disciplines and distinguish outstanding youth for their achievements.Fan Memberships Individuals 17 or younger, as of December 1 of the current competition year, who are active members in good standingIn a new educational partnership initiative with the United with US Equestrian and their Recognized National AffiliateStates Pony Clubs, Interscholastic Equestrian Association, or International Discipline Association are eligible toIntercollegiate Horse Show Association, National Collegiate apply. Applicants are expected to demonstrate an ongoingEquestrian Association, and the American National Riding commitment and dedication to the promotion of equestrianCommission, US Equestrian is reaching out to non-US sport, serve as a positive role model for peers, and exhibitEquestrian competing equestrians and creating more fan characteristics that exemplify positive sportsmanshipengagement by offering members of those organizations principles. Community involvement in equestrian activitiesfree fan memberships. To learn how you can take advantage as well as involvement at any level of competition (Local,of all the benefits US Equestrian has to offer, contact your Regional, or National) are additional requirements applicantsorganization for details, or visit usequestrian.org to join. must meet.US Equestrian The overall winner of the US Equestrian Youth Sportsman’sAthlete Lettering Program Award receives a commemorative trophy, $1,000 grant payable to the educational program of choice, and a nominationThe US Equestrian Athlete Lettering Program is open to towards the US Equestrian Junior Equestrian of the Yearequestrian athletes in all breeds or disciplines who are currently Award. The reserve winner receives a $500 grant payable tomembers of US Equestrian or become US Equestrian the educational program of choice.members. Students participating in the program need to The application process runs from May 1 - Septemberrecord 100 hours of riding or training and three competitions 5 of each year. Completed applications should be submittedof any level or type to complete the requirements for that year. to the appropriate US Equestrian Recognized NationalThe program runs from June 1-May 31 of each year and will Affiliate or International Discipline Association. Please referhonor those who document their training and competition to the Youth Sportsman’s Award Guidelines document forinvolvement by awarding emblems and pins. more detailed information.Students may apply retroactively for previous years if they arestill in grades 5-12 and can provide verification for each year.Seniors must submit all documentation by June 15 of theirgraduating year.48 The Journal • June/July 2017