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In This Issue On The CoverThis issue is published before AMHR Nationals Head and Necks Above the Restand right after ASPC/ASPR Congress -what an exciting time for our organization! Featured on the cover from the combined forcesBefore reaching this national level, many exhibitors of Aloha Acres and Mini Rock Farm, we present:qualify at one of our eight national area shows.You JHK Rock E Mr. Candyman, Rayvik Maserati and Buckeye WCFwill find a few photos and brief recaps in this issue. Beon Rainbow and their foals, Aloha Acres Kandy Chrome,Thank you to all the clubs that host these shows Aloha MiniRock Undeniable and Aloha Acres Neon Moon.and all the fans and exhibitors that support them! The old saying goes“A great Stallion will make an extraordinary Gelding”. We would like to welcome Reserve World GrandConvention is fast approaching - don’t forget Champion and National Champion, Buckeye WCF Neonto send in your registration form printed in this Rainbow back to the show ring as our Senior Gelding.issue (page 00) or it can be downloaded from our Aloha Acres and Mini Rock cordially invites you to see ourwebsite: www.shetlandminiature.com. “Kandy Kids”, “Maserati Models” and the last of the Neon Rainbow babies to hit the ground!If you have a Grand, Performance Stakes or Futurity Best of luck to all exhibitors at the 2018 National Show!Champion, please fill out the form found on page Mini Rock Farm00. Celebrate your successes - you can also place www.minirockfarm.coman ad in the Journal to thank those who helped youachieve this level.Thank you to those shows managers and clubmembers that provided recaps & photos of nationalarea shows, committee chairs who providedupdates, and area liaisons who gathered informationand submitted write ups for this issue!Thank you to all the advertisers who support TheJournal. In this issue, you’ll notice Mel Sanders groupad as well as Danielle Hill Training Center group ad,a few new advertisers and the continued supportfrom recurring advertisers. All Journal advertisersare appreciated and thank you!!Have ideas for articles or news to share?Send to The Journal at the home office or email toHolly at [email protected].
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CONTENTSFEATURES Amateur Committee................................. 10 Carriage Committee ................................. 18National Area Royalty Update.......................................... 33Shows Area News ....................................................... 46 Blast from the Past................................... 58On the road to our Health Articlesnational shows, exhibitorscompete at our national Sunflower Seeds............................................... 62area shows - view a few Electrolytes......................................................... 79photos and recaps 2018 Annual Convention....................... 72 Page 34 Sue Price Memorial through 44 Creativity Contest.............................. 66 Annual Convention DEPARTMENTS Registration form is included in this issue - Letter from the President....................................... 5 deadline is October 13 From the Home Office............................................ 6 Page 72 Committee Updates............................................... 20 Official Merchandise............................................... 68Area News & Journal Advertising.................................................. 69Committee Official PagesUpdates Board of Directors...................................... 70 Committee Chairs....................................... 71Get the latest updates and Upcoming Clinics......................................... 73 news from ASPC/AMHR Judges & Stewards Roster.......................... 74committee chairs and Show Schedule.............................................. 78members who gather and Recognized Clubs.................................................... 82report the news to The Breeder-Owner Directory.................................... 88Journal. AMHR Nationals Championship Forms............ 92 Membership Form.................................................. 95 Health & Wellness Classifieds................................................................. 96 Ad Index.................................................................... 96 Are sunflower seeds a healthy choice for equine and what about electrolytes? Kentucky Equine Research provides some info.4 The Journal • August/September 2018
Letter fromthe PresidentGreetings, Friday with the annual Recognition Dinner and Trainers’I hope that you are having a good summer with your small Auction being held Friday evening. The Hall of Fame Awardsequine. We are nearing the end of the show season with many Breakfast and Annual Meeting are scheduled for Saturdaylocal shows, all Area National Shows, and Congress having morning. A variety of recreational offerings are also beingbeen completed and Mini National only a month away. I considered which will add to your convention experience.hope the old adage, “Time flies when you’re having fun,” has Convention and hotel reservation information is available inapplied as we have gone through this year. this Journal and on-line. A complete agenda and schedule forCongress was held at the National Equestrian Center in Lake the Convention will be available by early October.St. Louis, Missouri for the second year in a row. Jill and her staff In conjunction with the Convention, the annual Board ofworked hard to “iron out the kinks,” which we encountered at Directors meetings will be held on Wednesday, Novemberthis facility last year and I am hopeful this year’s show was 7th and Saturday afternoon, November 10th. A financea pleasant and successful experience for all exhibitors. Final committee meeting will be held on Tuesday, Novembernumbers were not available at the time of the writing of this 6th. All of the Board of Directors meetings are open to ourletter but it appears that our numbers will be down from last membership and you are welcome to attendyear which had a record number of entries. I want to thank all of our committee chairpersons for theIt is time to begin planning for your participation in the 2018 leadership they provide our organization and their committeeASPC/AMHR/ASPR Annual Convention. The Convention members for the work they put in. I especially want to thankwill be held November 8-10, 2018, at the Hilton Hotel, 1001 Lisa Caldwell, Chairperson of the Amateur Committee,Cass Street, Omaha, Nebraska. The Hilton is an excellent James Walsh and Marcy Parsons, Co-Chairs of the Youthconvention venue located at the edge of the city. The hotel Committee, as well as their entire committees, for their effortshas convenient meeting space, large informal areas where you and hard work providing quality experiences for our exhibitorscan meet with friends and family, and good room rates for our at regional and national shows. These folks put in a lot ofmembers ($89.00 for a double room). The city of Omaha time planning, obtaining awards, and providing services whichhas a lot to offer members of all ages as there are a variety of would not happen without their assistance.cultural and historical attractions nearby. The hotel providesshuttle service to and from locations throughout the city. I am looking forward to our Mini National Show andThe final convention program is still a “work in progress.” The Convention. I hope to see you there.general format is similar to previous year’s in that committee Sincerely,meetings and workshops are scheduled for Thursday and StephenHendersonImportant Forms & Deadlines:Convention Registration - Deadline October 13th.......................................Page 72Nationals Grand or Performance Stake Champion -Deadline October 15th..................................................................................................Page 92Nationals Futurity Champion - Deadline October 15th.............................Page 93 The Journal • August/September 2018 5
From the The Journal Home Office THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF The American Shetland Pony Club and What a Great Congress! We hope that you American Miniature Horse Registry were able to attend or watch on-line the best of the best Shetland Ponies and Show Ponies. A 81B E. Queenwood Special Thank You to all the Sponsors and Staff Morton, IL 61550 for their help with this National Show. You can (309)263-4044 Fax: (309)263-5113 view all the results on ponyshows.com. http://www.shetlandminiature.com In a few short weeks our members will be ASPC/AMHR/ASPR Officers: showcasing beautiful Miniature Horses at the 2018 AMHR National Show in President - Stephen Henderson Tulsa, Oklahoma. We look forward to seeing you at this prestigious event. 1st Vice President - Rob Crater Please remember when you are sending in registration work to the National 2nd Vice President - Glenn Russell Home Office you Must include payment with your work. Please do not mark call for payment, if you would like to put a credit card on file, please contact the Journal: accounting office. We will not process work without payment. Publications Manager - Holly Kuntz Regarding youth members, a Youth Membership does not give the youth eligibility to register a pony/horse unless an adult member in his/her family has Layout/Design- Susan Galloway a valid membership. See 2018 Rulebook, Section III Page 66. Ad Sales - Holly Kuntz Reminder that beginning October 1, 2018 the registration prices increase. Please see the new prices listed in The Journal. The Journal is published six times a year, every Please make plans to join us for the 2018 National Convention to be held in other month. Subscription to The Journal is Omaha, NE, November 8-10 2018. You can find the rule-changes submitted part of an annual membership fee of $65 for by the deadline at shetlandminiature.com. U.S. residents (or $80 for first class mailing). If you are not receiving the official e-blast, please make sure the home office Membership rates for Canada, Mexico and all has your e-mail address on file. Remember to check shetlandminiature.com for other foreign countries are $92 which includes upcoming events and additional information. The Journal. Non member or gift subscriptions Wishing everyone a safe journey. to The Journal are available for $30 per year for U.S. resident of $45 for all other countries. Jill Gleason Please notify ASPC/AMHR at least six weeks in advance of change of address. and the National Office Staff Editorial manuscripts accompanied by high- quality photos are most welcome but we do AMHR Nationals not guarantee publication of any manuscript. Find Show Premium, Unsolicited manuscripts, photographs and other Class Schedule and Updates on the material becomes the property of The Journal AMHR Nationals webpage: and will not be returned unless accompanied www.shetlandminiature.com by a stamped, self-addressed envelope. No under SHOWS/AWARDS compensation will be made unless agreed upon prior to submission. Opinions expressed by Best of Luck to all Exhibitors! authors do not necessarily reflect or represent those of ASPC/AMHR and The Journal.6 The Journal • August/September 2018 Advertising and/or editorial matter is subject to publisher’s approval and will be edited to conform to ASPC/AMHR policy if necessary. Advertisers are responsible for the accuracy of their ads and for obtaining reproduction rights to all images used in their ads. ASPC/AMHR and The Journal are not responsible for the accuracy 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 2018 by American Shetland Pony Club, Inc.
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Amateur UpdatesSubmitted by Lisa Caldwell, Committee Chair We certainly hope all of our awesome ASPC/ “I tell people that my family had ponies before they had me, and this AMHR Amateurs are having a great summer! It is true! At one time my father, Ron Becker, and his brothers Fred and has been so exciting to have all of the approved Bruce, were known as Becker Bros. Ponies. They showed Shetlands and ASPC/AMHR shows have Amateur High Points Hackneys. My father loved driving teams and at one time had a team of - we will be giving out over 200 awards this year. four black stallions (Brett, Bart, Billie and Beau) that he showed nearly Please thank the ASPC office for calculating all of every weekend at small local shows. When his brothers went to college the points on every show so this could be possible. and my brother and I were too small to be headers for him, he sold Our Facebook contests for all Amateur members his team. But, this never kept him from driving harness and roadster. have been well received this year and we have had I remember driving ponies from the time I was able to sit between my lots of entries. So much fun to see your pictures father’s legs in the cart and hold the lines. We mostly showed the county of your minis and ponies - in all sorts of situations. fair circuit, multi-breed shows in Peoria, IL, and small local shows. We definitely have a great group of ammys that When I was in my early teens, my family purchased Ramble Ridge love and care for their small equine. Have an idea Rocket and began a successful breeding program. for a contest - please let us know ! Now, it is just my uncle, Bruce Becker and his daughter and myself ! The Amateur committee all chipped in and really Bruce and Trudy have Brush Creek Shetlands and Katelyn and I worked on the “Goody Bags” for Congress and own Cornerstone Shetlands. My husband and I have 4 children, 11 Nationals. At Congress we are not only giving grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Two of my granddaughters away great bags but we are also having a Pizza are currently involved in the youth programs of the ASPC, and my Party, a Snow Cone Party and a Root Beer Float grandson is riding in lead line until he is big enough to show in other Party for the Amateurs. Please make sure to thank classes. your area Amateur Committee Member - they I enjoy showing in Amateur in-hand and driving classes. While my love have all really pushed for sponsors this year. I cant is for the moderns and ASPR, I also own classics and Hackneys. wait to see what we come up with for Nationals ! Ever since joining ASPC/AMHR in 2001, I have enjoyed being We are currently working on a couple of new involved! I was chair of the Modern Sweepstakes committee for 2 programs for the Amateurs for next year. We years, have sat on the Modern Committee, and I am currently on the want to try to keep things new and interesting ASPR Committee. I have also been president of CSPA since 2009. We for all. As always - we love input !! If you have are proud of the many accomplishments of the club, which include ideas or suggestions please get hold of your area the publishing of a cookbook with proceeds going to start a youth committee member and they will pass on the info scholarship, which is awarded each year, and the annual CSPA show, to the committee. which is one of the biggest multi breed shows. We are also always looking for recommendations My proudest accomplishment is my stallion—Cornerstone’s Valiant for Amateur of the Month. These are people that Man—and his show career. Val has a record of 12 National Grand help promote the association in and/or outside the Championships, 8 Modern Pony of the Year titles, a Silver HOF, and a showring. There are so many awesome members Gold HOF. And now, he is working toward his Grand Sire award! that we do not see - please help us get to know I truly love the ASPC and the family that I have gained through the them too. ponies!” - Sherri Hope everyone is having a great time with their small equine this summer. Remember we do this because we love them !! Amateur Committee10 The Journal • August/September 2018
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Carriage Committee NewsSubmitted by Karen Shaw, Committee ChairHello Fellow Carriage Drivers! Our show season is in full swing with Carriage Driver of the Monthlots of reports coming in from your carriage committee members. JuneThey are reporting the great turn-out in the carriage classes at the locallevel with all shows having as many as ten carriage entries. Lets’ keep Dorothy Ann Whitemanthe momentum going all the way to our two national shows that will behighlight of the year. Dorothy Ann Whiteman, of Washington State,Speaking of this year, your carriage committee has been raising money Area 8, is an avid carriage driver. Most summerto help in the purchase of awards for the carriage classes at Congress, weekends she can be found at one of the ASPC/AMHR Nationals and your End of the Year Awards. The committee AMHR shows or at a Combine Driving Eventsjust recently held an online auction of twelve beautiful donated items though out the Pacific Northwest.that a lady or gentleman carriage driver could use. The auction broughtin $309.00 for the awards budget. With that amount along with the Dorothy bred her first miniature forty years ago,money collected from the sales of the lap blankets, trailer magnets, and took a break and re-entered the miniature worldlapel pins we were able to meet our goal. Thank you to everyone who fifteen years later. Coming from a full-size dressagehelped made this possible. horse background, she has always been interestedHere are some of the highlights from various shows: A Meet and Greet in the technical aspects of driving and movement.was held at both the Area VI National Show and the Area V National She entered the world of CDE to complementShow. This was the first time something like this was offered and it was and enhance the training of driving show horses.well received. There were light refreshments at both with several new She found that it helped them stay fresh and fit.drivers with lots of questions. The consensus is the carriage division When the first carriage classes (unrecognized)will soon be one of the largest growing divisions just like the Western were introduced to the show schedules in Wash-Country Pleasure driving division. It’s great seeing new folks giving it ington, she and like-minded friends were there toa try and building their confidence by participating in something new. fill them.The new recognized classes remain theHats, lots of beautiful hats are another comment heard throughout largest class in the ASPC/AMHR shows of thethis show season, you mean I can use my show cart without the boot northwest circuit and are growing in numbers ofand drive in carriage? Yes, in the AMHR division if you want to give participants each time they are offered. Dorothy’sa carriage class a try you are allowed to drive your show cart with the former equine partners can be found competingpneumatic wheels, all you have to do is pull off the black boot from your in Washington, Oregon, California, and British Co-cart so it will look like a carriage. Do I have to have brown gloves? No, lumbia, Canada, and even in the United Kingdom.you don’t you can wear either black or brown but tradition is havingbrown gloves. Can a youth drive in carriage? Yes, a youth can drive incarriage right along with the adults as of right now there are no youthcarriage driving classes but that doesn’t mean they can’t give it a whirl.Speaking of youth carriage driving classes…heard the ASPC/AMHRClub of North Texas is adding an AMHR Youth Carriage drivingclass, 17 years and younger-38” & Under along with a Classic YouthCarriage driving class, 17 years and younger-46” & Under at theirannual Halloween Spooktacular show in October. Both of these classesare non-rated/non-pointed classes but to test the waters to see if thereis any interest. So, all Area V youth, here is something for you to try.Don’t forget about our three Facebook pages, ASPC/AMHR/ASPRCarriage Driving, Small Pony-VSE of the ASPC/AMHR and AllThings Carriage a Buy, Sell, Trade, Give Away group. Come on overand see what the carriage folks are all talking about and also read aboutour carriage drivers of the month. You could be the next feature driver!Thank you all for your support of the ASPC/AMHR CarriageDivision. Til next time…Happy Driving18 The Journal • August/September 2018
Carriage Driver of the Month July Beth BookerHi. My name is Beth Booker from Area 3. I am the currentASPC/AMHR/ASPR Area 3 representative, serving on theNational Carriage Committee and have enjoyed being ableto bring to Area 3 the news about what is happening in theworld of carriage driving. I am a relatively new carriage driverand participated in the new Carriage Driving classes at theAMHR Nationals in 2016.I also participate in the Driving Derby sponsored by theAlabama Whips and Wheels Carriage Club and placed firstwith Stars Little Bit of Grace. I have enjoyed participating inthe Carriage Driving classes at the AMHR shows this year,and I’m looking forward to the 2018 AMHR Nationals, to seehow many new and old carriage drivers will be participating.I am also looking into attending the National Drive in Edin-burgh, Indiana, on October 2–7, 2018, and attending as manyclinics as I can to learn more about carriage driving.This willhelp me to improve my performance with my new drivinghorse, Lil Hoofbeats Clever Endeavor. I encourage anyoneinterested in the carriage classes to step outside of yourcomfort zone to give it a try. It is a lot of fun and exciting, tosay the least. The Journal • August/September 2018 19
Committee UpdatesASPR COMMITTEE everyone that meets these criteria and appreciate others that cheer them on.Submitted by Mary Wahl, Committee Co-Chair It is exciting to see and hear about individuals competing inThe ASPR Committee met via phone in May (organizational COOL classes at many local shows. The COOL committeemeeting) and in July (before Congress). Committee wants to thank all the local shows that provide COOL classesinformational packets were sent to all committee members, and hope next year to see more available. This year we hopeincluding identifying ASPR owners in their areas. The to offer t-shirts again for exhibitors that are participating incommittee is making a serious commitment to reaching COOL classes at a local show. Please contact committee chairout to ASPR owners who do not participate in shows. The Greg Palas for additional information or entry forms or checknational office has provided the committee with the names the registry website.and addresses of all ASPR owners, both national and COOL horse and pony of the year will be awarded againinternational. There are ASPR owners in Canada, Germany, this year. This will be based upon All-Star points awarded inAustria, England, Ireland and Denmark. COOL classes throughout the year.An ASPR Committee budget was submitted for the last half Feel free to contact the COOL committee if you have anyof 2018. Hopefully later this year the ASPR Exhibit will be questions regarding the COOL program. Until next issue,updated and possibly taken to Convention. The committee is Stay COOL.looking into having a page in each Journal, as has been donein the past. It is also looking at possible revisions/changes to CREATIVITY COMMITTEEsome of the ASPR optional classes.ASPR FUTURITY 2018 is the first year for the Futurity Submitted by Merry Wicke, Committee Chairthree-year old-divisions. Since three year olds can show in The Sue Price Memorial Creativity Contest will be heldeither halter or performance (4 options), there are 12 ASPR at the 2018 National Convention. This is a prime time toFuturity classes this year! Sponsors and trophies for all the capture those priceless photos, complete those unique crafts,futurity classes have been secured. A special thanks to all write short stories or poems and express your sense of humor.those sponsors (former and new) who have supported the There is no entry fee, and the awards are cash prizes. EntriesASPR Futurity! must be labeled on the back with name, area, category andThe two ASPR perpetual memorial trophies will be presented age group. Each category is divided into three age groups:again at Congress this year:The Beverly Dunn trophy 12 and younger, 13–17 and adult. Entries can be delivered or(Pleasure Driving Stake) and the Lee Dunn trophy (Harness sent to the host hotel, where they will be put on display andStake). Sponsors have been secured for the “Take Home” may be picked up after the Awards Breakfast. If shipped, youtrophies, as the original trophies are kept by the donors until must include return postage. If you would like to donate it tothe next year. the Trainer’s Auction, please include that information. EachThere has been increased interest in showing ASPR ponies convention attendee will receive ballots to vote on their favoritein Carriage Driving and other disciplines! Let’s continue selection in Black & White Photography, Color Photography,to promote ASPR ponies in every way possible…including Black & White Artwork, Color Artwork, Textile of any type,getting more youth involved! Literary of any type, Miscellaneous and Humorous (Sue’s favorite!!) Join in the fun!!!COOL COMMITTEE SUPER GELDINGSubmitted by Greg Palas, Committee ChairThe ASPC Congress and AMHR Nationals always provide Submitted by Keri Kinghorn, Committee Chairan opportunity for our COOL exhibitors to participate. The TA HUGE THANK YOU to Cherryville Farms for donatingCOOL committee wants to remind everyone that the COOL Merle for the Super Gelding raffle! Congrats to his newclasses are for exhibitors that have a physical or intellectual owner! He is a fantastic pony! Our program is self-fundeddisability that they struggle with every day. This disability and run solely on the donations of wonderful people! If you’ddoes not allow them to participate at the same level as other like to sponsor the program, please don’t hesitate to contactexhibitors in regular amateur or open classes. Due to several a member of the Super Gelding committee. This committeerules and regulations these classes are self-monitored so we works long and hard behind the scenes to make sure it is aask that exhibitors only enter if their disability prevents them success! Be sure to thank them next time you see them.from being able to compete in other classes. We welcome20 The Journal • August/September 2018
Nomination forms and point tallies can be found on the USEF COMMITTEEnational webpage under the Super Gelding tab. Both aredue by December 1, 2018. Don’t wait until the last minute! Submitted by Sandy Croote, Committee ChairAnd, if you have questions, reach out to the Super Geldingcommittee. We are happy to help! Thank you all who support The USEF committee had a call-in meeting with USEF tous by showcasing your gorgeous SUPER GELDINGS! discuss the ‘Safe Sport” Training program. It’s an important program which is currently required participation by all USEFRULEBOOK COMMITTEE officials. The official press release for Safe is as follows:Submitted by Laurie Villalpando, Committee Co-Chair US Equestrian is committed to creating and maintaining anThe committee would like to welcome new member Michael equestrian community where all persons who participate inGreathouse from Texas (Area 5) and Keri Kinghorn from it can do so in an atmosphere free of all forms of emotional,Utah (Area 8). physical and sexual misconduct. Through its partnershipThe 2018 Rule books have printed and are available from the with the U.S. Center for SafeSport, US Equestrian membersoffice. ASPC/AMHR/ASPR members need to contact the and participants have a mandatory duty to report suspectedoffice if they would like a copy. As always, the Rule Book is sexual misconduct. The USEF Safe Sport Policy is aimed atavailable online at www.shetlandminiature.com. protecting all participants in our sport.Newly proposed rule changes submitted January 1, 2018, The call-in meeting was a discussion about enlarging theare also available online for membership review. Questions focus group from just officials to all trainers. The committeor concerns regarding any new Rule proposals need to be has discussed it on previous occasions, but at this time thedirected to your Area’s Directors. biggest issue is how to monitor it. Our trainers are not all members of USEF, and the topic of “just because they don’tSTEWARDS COMMITTEE have an Amateur card, doesn’t make them professional” was discussed. (Example someone who doesn’t show but keepsSubmitted by Rob Crater, Committee Chair membership current for registration purposes), and the factHello Members of the ASPC/AMHR! that we allow non-members and trainers to show in openAs we all know Congress will have happened when you all classes (only the owner on paper needs to be a member) isreceive this, and Nationals will be right behind. There have problematic to monitor and track for this program. We votedbeen some fabulous shows all over the country this year and down the proposal at this time to include professionals withsome amazing horses and ponies will be exhibited at our shows. the above comments noted.A couple things to remember when you are at those shows. If anyone would like more info on this program contact USEFCourtesy and Respect. We are all members of this organization chair, Sandy Crooteand must treat each other with those two words that I have justspoken about. Growth is inhibited with negativity.Your stewards are there to be the keeper of the rules, butexhibitors themselves need to check their own animals tomake sure that they are putting them in the correct divisions,that being either height or breed type.Make sure and review the processes for measuring, how tostand up your horses etc. This will help to achieve accuratemeasurements. If you have a gorgeous animal, making it aheight that it truly is not doesn’t make it any more gorgeouswhen it already is.We do this for the fun and enjoyment of our small equine, andI hope we all can continue to improve over time, but most ofall we need to enjoy.Happy Trails and see you in the show pen. The Journal • August/September 2018 21
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AMERICAN SHETLAND PONY CLUB 1888 2018 DAYS OF GIVEAWAYS! The American Shetland Pony Club was established in 1888 and, while the organization is not the same as it was back then, it has grown and adapted through the years because of its active members like you. In appreciation for and to its members, American Shetland Pony Club, Inc., is celebrating with 130 Days of Giveaways throughout 2018. Giveaways, such as ASPC/AMHR swag, gift certificates to be used for registry work or official merchandise, and themed baskets are just the beginning. There may even be some gag gifts thrown in for fun. Don’t miss your chance! If you haven’t renewed your membership for 2018, the renewal membership form can be found on our website, or visit www.shopshetlandmini.com to renew online. Join our Facebook page “American Shetland Pony Club” and you’ll see each winner as they are announced, or visit our website to see a list of winners. Winners drawn from current paid memberships, and prizes will vary in value. Visit www.shetlandminiature.com and click on “About Us” for more information.32 The Journal • August/September 2018
Royalty UpdateHi everyone! This is Audrey Halcomb checking in with the royaltyupdate. This summer has definitely been busy, to say the least! Ihave gotten to meet a lot of people and spread to love of oursmall equines. I traveled to the Area III show, where we had agreat turnout and no shortage of food. We also came togetherto have dinner and celebrate Callie and Billy Phillips’ newcomer,Birley! Everyone here was like a one huge family; I love this show!Next up, I traveled to Louisville, KY, where I was proud to hand outribbons at the Kentucky State 4-H Horse Show for the Miniatureand Walking/Racking/Mountain divisions. Being a former long-time 4-H member, this show gave me goosebumps as I walkeddown the shoot. I was happy to see the numbers in the Miniaturedivision thriving, with young kids showing these small athletes.Soon after, I travel to Hardin County Fair Miniature HorseShow, where I was glad to see some familiar faces bravingthe hot temperatures with me. County fairs have alwaysbeen important to me ever since I saw my first Miniaturethere! I always try to support them, to keep them going.Everyone seemed to have a great time! That wraps up myupdate here at the Area III part of town! The countdownto Nationals and Congress has begun! The Journal • August/September 2018 33
National Area I Show Submitted by Nina O’Bryan The National Area One Show is now in the history book. The weather was warm for Shetland day, but cooled off for the miniature portion of the show. Judging duties were handled by Mr. James McKeith and our steward was none other than Area One’s Ms. Grace. Star Lake Tack as well as our show photographer Elizabeth Kwiatowksi was in attendance for all of the festivities. Princess Madison Jamaitus was also available to present awards to our exhibitors. Approximately 180 horses and ponies participated in this year’s show making it our largest in a long time. We had entries from North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Ohio, as well as Delaware. Our youth entry was larger this year which was great to see. During lunch break on Saturday, Ms. Grace held her annual dog show. The dog entries were good this year with around 10 dogs and their owners. Saturday evening the exhibitors were treated to a free chicken dinner which was sponsored by Doug Sherwood. Free Italian water ice was also available over the weekend to our entrants which kept everyone cool and hydrated. We hope everyone had a good time while visiting Delaware. Good luck to everyone with the remainder of your show season. Thanks again for choosing the National Area One show to exhibit your beautiful ponies and horses.34 The Journal • August/September 2018
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National Area II Show Submitted by Jennifer Hoyt Area 2 was a huge success. We had 138 horses at the show. It was a very fun and smooth show held in Centreville, MI managed by Jennifer Hoyt and hosted by the ASPC/AMHR Club Of West Michigan. Taylor Renee and Jakob for help with ribbons and general (go-fors), Mike Mounts and Justin for their help, Frank Brown for food preparation, and Linda Brown and Jackie Hodapp for their office help.We take these people for granted and couldn’t expedite the show without them. Last but not least,we thank the exhibitors for choosing to come to Greenville to show their beautiful equine. We wish you all well at Congress and travel safely.36 The Journal • August/September 2018
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National Area III Show Submitted by Lisa Leonard The 2018 Area 3 show was hosted by the Bluegrass Miniature Horse Club in Liberty, Kentucky. The show had good attendance with 143 miniatures and ponies from 27 states. It was great seeing so many Amateur and Youth exhibitors showing. Saturday evening the Bluegrass Miniature Horse Club prepared a fried chicken dinner that included salad, several vegetables and 45 pounds of potatoes that were peeled and prepared. Can’t forget about the fresh fruit and cake for dessert that feed approx. 100 participants. Following the dinner, we had a surprise baby shower for Billy and Callie Phillips, the show’s gate and center ring help. Bluegrass Miniature Horse Club was proud to have 2 of their own club members attending and representing the Registry, Audrey Halcomb, Queen and Steve Henderson, President. The following is the numbers and award winners: 143 Pony/Horses Horses showed from 27 states 32 – Amateur Exhibitors; 8 – Youth Exhibitors ASPC/ASPR Amateur High Point Winner- Kelly Robinson AMHR Amateur High Point Winner - Brooke Schmueckle ASPC / ASPR Division Youth High Point - Macey Riley & Addison Watson AMHR Division Youth High Point - Megan Postlethweight The following awards were given out by the Bluegrass Miniature Horse Club Cool High Point - Brooke Schmeuckle Shetland Youth High Point - Macey Riley & Addy Watson Shetland Amatuer High Point - Kelly Robinson AMHR Youth High Point – Over Division - Meghan Postletheweight AMHR Youth High Point – Under Division - Meghan Postletheweight AMHR Amatuer High Point – Over Division - Yvonne Clark & Dee Pellegrino AMHR Amatuer High Point – Under Division - Brooke Schmueckle38 The Journal • August/September 2018
NationalArea IV Showhe Area IV National Show—the first ASPC/AMHR national Lenard Davenport managed the show. Dolores Williamsshow of the 2018 season—was held May 11–13 at the stepped up and worked the gate to ensure that theNational Equestrian Arena in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Hosted transitions between classes went smoothly. Many thanks toby Show Me Little Equine Club, the show was well-attended, all the Youth and Amateur exhibitors and to all those whowith 53 Shetlands and 38 Miniature Horses. Janice Silvio was worked hard to make this year’s show successful.the Show Judge, Lonnie Hardesty was Show Steward and The Journal • August/September 2018 39
NationalArea V ShowSubmitted by Tracey SlaglePhotos by Phil ZanderThe Greatest Show on Earth…The 2018 want to thank our two beautiful judges who took the time to view eachNational Area V Show, which was held this and every horse presented to them. Hats off to Janice Silvio and Kim Seipppast weekend in Glen RoseTexas.Was it HOT? for a job well done!Yes, HOT, as in a great turnout of horses. Wehad 217 beautiful Shetland and Miniatures I want to thank all of the sponsors who gave from the heart to help withvying for those prestigious titles of Grand the extras like the coffee and donuts all three mornings, the wonderfulChampion, Stakes Champion and Futurity Pizza party on Saturday night, the Grand Champion awards and the StakesChampion. Area V was well represented from payback to those who drove. I also want to thank our special guest ofArkansas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Texas. honor, Ms. Jill Gleason, our Director of Operations from the ASPC/AMHR Registry.Thank you for coming and visiting with everyone that was thereWant to start off thanking our show staff … at the show….by the way…Jill is an official Texas cowgirl. On behalf of ourfirst to Tracey Slagle our show manager… directors, Belinda Bagby and Glen Russell, the Club of North Texas andthis gal knows how to keep things running the members of Area V, Jill was presented with a beautiful black westernlike a well-oiled machine…to her husband hat. Watch our website and Facebook pages for updates when the areaBrian who maintained the gate, making sure pictures are posted.the right back numbers were on and in theirrespective classes…to daughter Samanthafor helping keep the judges’ cards in order…to our ring steward Jana Dauber for makingsure we were all lined up properly…to herdaughter Arianna who stepped in to lend ahand at setting up the courses…to our goldenvoice, Rob Crater for keeping everyone inthe barns informed and had great music toboot…to our show steward,Vivian Gallowayfor keeping us in line with our rules. Lastly, I40 The Journal • August/September 2018
Thank you also goes out to Jacky and Barbara Davison manning the silent auction tables…we always havesome great items to bid on, also to Darrell Marshalland Matt Clark for doing the $5 practice jumpingcourse during the lunch hour. I heard there werearound 15-20 horses practicing.ThankYou to all of theCarriage folks who had items for sale and for attendingthe Meet N Greet on Friday evening.We gained threemore new drivers and will be looking forward tothe Halloween Spooktacular show in October. Lastly,Thank You ASPC/AMHR Club of N.Texas for being agreat host to all. The Journal • August/September 2018 41
National Area VI Show Submitted by Jennifer Hoyt Photos by For the Fun of it Photography Area 6 had a wonderful turnout of 109 horses. Area 6 was managed by Jennifer Hoyt and hosted by the Bluestem Miniature Horse Club in Lincoln, NE.42 The Journal • August/September 2018
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National Area VII Show Submitted by Amy Toliver Photos by Courtney Calderas (CMC Images) and Amanda Sannes On Memorial weekend (May 25-27) 162 beautiful horses gathered for the 2018 ASPC/AMHR National Area VII Show hosted by the Pacific Coast Miniature Horse Club, held at the George Ingalls Equestrian center in Norco California, and judged by Mr. Rob Crater. Exhibitors and spectators came from several states including California,Arizona, and Washington to compete in over 500 classes offered, with some driving classes having up to 20 entries. Lots of fun was had by all, especially during the stick horse races where trainers, husbands, and kids competed in an obstacle style relay race with stick horses. There were also special awards offered and sponsored by some of our own club members. High Point buckles were given for AMHR youth, AMHR amateur, AMHR gelding, ASPC youth, ASPC amateur, and ASPC gelding.These gorgeous buckles Made by Molly’s Custom Silver and graciously sponsored by; Bryce and Renee Davis – BRT Miniatures, Jasen and Sandra Fosnot – All Star Plumbing, Amy Toliver – Diamond T Miniatures, John and Naomi Stacy - Sunrise Show Horses, Holly Sager, Karen Petracek, and Cindy Cornelius. Silver picture frames were generously donated for each driving stakes champion by Megan Mosier – Reverie Miniatures and Amanda Sannes and each champion of champions was a awarded a beautifully made flower neck sash and halter kindly sponsored by Dustin and Aimee Davis of Painted H Ranch. The Pacific Coast Miniature Horse Club would like to thank the board, show staff, and all of the volunteers who work diligently to put on a great show for all to enjoy.44 The Journal • August/September 2018
Left page:Little girl. Maddison Fleming & Many Wonders Mohave Sunset.Kid in blue shirt Justin Tool.Man in blue shirt Club president John Stacy.Man in Black Austin VanWyck Above: Adult Sharon Bulla & Miniature Roses Lucky Kisses. Left: High point ASPC Gelding DeBruces Top Hat with London Patriquin. High point youth AMHR & High Point Youth ASPC Amanda Giddens. High Point Amateur AMHR Amy Toliver. High Point Gelding AMHR LM Idols Commanche Hawk with Amy Toliver. High Point Amateur ASPC Amy Remenar.The Journal • August/September 2018 45
Area NewsArea I - L ower Eastern Ontario, Quebec, Area III - A labama, Florida, Mississippi, Minnesota, Nebraska, NorthConnecticut, Delaware, Maine, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, Dakota, South Dakota, WyomingMaryland, Massachusetts, New South Carolina, TennesseeHampshire, New Jersey, New York, Area VII - Arizona, California,Pennsylvania, Rhode Area IV - Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin Hawaii, NevadaIsland, Vermont, Virginia, Area V - Arkansas, Louisiana, Area VIII -British Columbia, Alberta,Washington D.C., West Virginia New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas Saskatchewan, Oregon,Area II - Central Ontario, Indiana, Area VI - M anitoba, Northern & Western Washington, Utah, Idaho, Michigan, Ohio Ontario, Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Montana, AlaskaAREA I Point Amateur – Congratulations, turn out. JJ Horse Show Management Amy! It was a great day for DJ Stables. again went out of their way to makeBy Skye Weber And everyone enjoyed Ms. Wolfe’s this show a fun and enjoyable show for delicious food, including her legendary everyone. Congratulations to all theThere have been lots of good activities Strawberry Shortcake! The food Area 2 National Winners.and events happening around Area 1 always makes the trip to Harmony, NJ BWMHC : Had a fabulous turnoutand we hope to share much of it in the worthwhile! Though it was HOT, it was for their BWMHC Jubilee Show heldnext issue. But for this issue, we have just a wonderful show! in Midland July 20- 22; they saw largea few tidbits of news to report… Last, but not least, please remember this numbers of miniature horses, along withFirst, one bit of news missed the last issue important change: some new faces in the show ring whoand is worthy of mentioning: April 12- August 18-19, 2018 (Schaticoke, NY) – were welcomed by the club’s hospitality.15, 2018 -- Several AMHR miniature The AMHR/ASPC/ASPR Weekend This was the first show they combinedhorses from Area 1 took part in three Qualifier show (pending approval), with the Gypsy Vanner Horses. Thisdemonstrations at the Equine Affaire hosted by ESMHA (Empire State has proven to be a successful union of(www.equineaffaire.com) in Columbus, Miniature Horse Association) and equine and exhibitors. CongratulationsOH. It proved to be great exposure for normally held at the state fair grounds on a great show. Blue Water Miniatureour minis and was a wonderful event for has changed dates and venue. Due to a Horse Club will again be starting theirall that were able to attend. scheduling conflict, the venue is being monthly meetings the third Saturday ofTwo of our ASPC/AMHR members moved to the Schaticoke Fairgrounds. the month starting in October, checkparticipated in the Delmarva Driving There will be six judges for two shows their website or facebook page for timeShow in June. Knollacs Starmakers da in one weekend, which qualifies you for and location at http://www.bwmhc.orgBomb was Champion Driving Mini Nationals. Contact show manager, Lea Ohio : First off a most sincere Thankin the VSE division. Hopkins The Dill, at 585-739-9554 or norlea@aol. You to Mr. Bud Stephenson for yourJokers Cameo Appearance won the com for more information. years of dedicated service on the ASPCprogressive obstacle and also placed in AMHR Board, Area 2 members all wishReinsmanship. Benalee Murphy, Aubry AREA II you a happy healthy retirement fromSeen, and Amy Reed participated that serving on the board and we appreciateday. By Janice Silvio all the efforts you have given.Harmony NJ – In June, Area 1 minis did What a wonderful summer we have been Ashland Ohio Show was a great turnoutan excellent job at the GSMHA Show. enjoying in Area 2, perfect temperatures and enjoyed many exhibitors and theirOur youth, including Talon Paolini, and weather to go out and enjoy our equine.Emily, and Reilly Edgar had great small equine and complete some of Darke County / Greenville Ohio Showperformances. It was Reilly’s first show! those yearly to do lists. As folks are had a great turn out and saw manyShe won under two judges in youth preparing to travel to ASPC Congress enjoying their ponies and miniaturehalter, with Hopkins The Jokers Cameo we wish all those representing Area 2 horses. Although the heat was on, theAppearance. Emily performed well in and our wonderful equine a successful competition made for a festive timeboth driving and showmanship. Talon journey and a blue ribbon venture. together.picked up a win in youth halter. The Michigan: Congratulations on a well Congratulations are in order for thedriving horses did a great job, as well. run Area 2 National Show held in newly relocated World Show held inBenalee’s 2-year-old “Pee Wee” won Centreville Michigan, what a beautifulthe Liberty class. Her yearling, Cookie,did great, too! Amy Reed was the High46 The Journal • August/September 2018
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Area NewsLima Ohio. This show saw a large Our 2018 show is dedicated to our dear Somervell County Expo Center in Glenturn out and it was like the good ol friend, Jane Zefran. Rose, Texas. Despite the heat, exhibitorsdays to exhibiting friendly faces and Our Supreme Halter Horse Award will had a blast participating in a variety ofa wonderful Saturday evening dinner be presented in Jane’s name. classes and activities, such as a patrioticand get together. Here’ to a great event. Her family will be present to help in the stall decorating contest and mealtimeLooking forward to next year. honors. gatherings. The Club of North TexasIndiana : Well BHR Midwest Show Michelle Franke, of Franke Photo will invite everyone back to Glen RoseCircuit had a wonderful start of the Design will again shoot our show. I look for a howling good time during theseason with their new location and forward to posting some of her great annual Halloween Spooktacular Showalways fun show atmosphere, beautifully photos. on October 26 through 28. If you’veturned out horses, wonderful exhibitor Heart of America Miniature Equine is never attended the “Spooker,” now isdinner and plain old fun times. This the oldest Miniature Horse Club in the your chance to join in on a ton of funshow circuit is a must attend, and lucky nation and still going strong.We have and plenty of competition for yourenough BHR Midwest Show Circuit great members, but we are always open small equine. This exciting event willwill be having another show Oct 13 - and welcoming new members. offer all the standard performance and14, a great chance to get those miniature We continue to put on a first-class show. halter divisions as well as some carriagehorses half way qualified for 2019 A lot of thought goes into keeping our driving classes, including a new timedNationals, Please plan to attend you will awards first class. H.A.M.E. is well- driving obstacle course for Miniaturesbe happy you did. noted for promoting our Youth. We and Classic Shetlands. Even if you don’tCanada : Great shows and wonderful have kept our Youth Classes at $5.00 per have a traditional carriage, you canattendance has been the way things have class for the last 18 years. simply remove the black boot of a Jerald-been going, Many are planning their This year will mark the 18th. Year of type cart, take off your horse’s check andtrip to Nationals and will be bringing our Friday Night Youth Fun Night. martingale, put on a hat, gloves and laptheir best to the show. Please visit our web site at www. blanket and you are ready to compete.Area 2 Would like to remember those heartofamericaminiatureequine.com forwho are experiencing health issues, all of our information.those whom have suffered family losses.we keep our registry family close in our AREA Vhearts and send prayers to those in need.Also please keep in mind those whom By Kaycie Timmare serving this great nation and the By the time you’re reading this, Americanefforts to keep her safe. A simply Thank Miniature Horse owners everywhereYou is merely enough. will be getting ready to come down toIf you have any news please please Area V for the 2018 AMHR Nationalplease feel free to forward on to me, Championships in Tulsa, Oklahoma.there is nothing I would enjoy more then But as they prepare toto help you be informed on the exciting welcome the best of the bestevents within all of Area 2. to compete at Nationals, ourThank You Janice Silvio amoremini@ Area V exhibitors are stayingyahoo.com or please call 586-337-1501 busy at shows and other events across Texas, Oklahoma,AREA IV New Mexico, Arkansas and Louisiana.By Jean Estes On June 8 through 10,Heart of America Miniature Equine has the ASPC/AMHR Cluba wonderful AMHR-sanctioned show of North Texas hostedall lined up. the ASPC/AMHR AreaH.A.M.E. July Jubilation is all set. V National Show at the48 The Journal • August/September 2018
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