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Gold Medalist Finds the Life Aquatic at The Sanctuary Equine Sports Therapy Center
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| Denise Secino and Windstalker, aka Jack, are a top endurance pair that use swimming at The Sanctuary to keep Jack in top form. |
“I choose to condition my horse at The Sanctuary because it is a state-of-the-art facility with helpful and knowledgeable staff. Their aquatic services provide an excellent conditioning modality, which increases my horse's stamina, while reducing the concussive forces experienced when racing and training. I believe this contributes to Jack's performance and soundness,” says Denise Secino, of Oakhill Farm in Ocala, Florida, who has logged more than 1,400 endurance miles and 11 Top Ten finishes in 29 competitions with her 12 year-old Arabian gelding, Windstalker (aka, 'Jack').
Ten of those 11 top finishes have been since conditioning Jack at The Sanctuary Equine Sports and Rehabilitation Center, also in Ocala. “Fortunately, Jack hasn't needed 'formal' rehabilitation but utilizing The Sanctuary swimming pool has enabled him to stay fit while recuperating after a traumatic fall during competition last November,” added Secino, who began riding competitively in 2006. The dynamic duo have competed in some of the most difficult and challenging endurance races in America, including The Vermont 50, Old Dominion (VT) 55, and Biltmore Challenge FEI 50 in North Carolina where, in 2011, Jack was fourth out of 93 starters and earned the AHA Best Arabian award.
May 10, 2013, 01:16
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Gold Medalist Finds the Life Aquatic at The Sanctuary Equine Sports Therapy Center
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| Denise Secino and Windstalker, aka Jack, are a top endurance pair that use swimming at The Sanctuary to keep Jack in top form. (Photo courtesy of Denise Secino) |
“I choose to condition my horse at The Sanctuary because it is a state-of-the-art facility with helpful and knowledgeable staff. Their aquatic services provide an excellent conditioning modality, which increases my horse's stamina, while reducing the concussive forces experienced when racing and training. I believe this contributes to Jack's performance and soundness,” says Denise Secino, of Oakhill Farm in Ocala, Florida, who has logged more than 1,400 endurance miles and 11 Top Ten finishes in 29 competitions with her 12 year-old Arabian gelding, Windstalker (aka, 'Jack').
Ten of those 11 top finishes have been since conditioning Jack at The Sanctuary Equine Sports and Rehabilitation Center, also in Ocala.
“Fortunately, Jack hasn't needed 'formal' rehabilitation but utilizing The Sanctuary swimming pool has enabled him to stay fit while recuperating after a traumatic fall during competition last November,” added Secino, who began riding competitively in 2006. The dynamic duo have competed in some of the most difficult and challenging endurance races in America, including The Vermont 50, Old Dominion (VT) 55, and Biltmore Challenge FEI 50 in North Carolina where, in 2011, Jack was fourth out of 93 starters and earned the AHA Best Arabian award.
Apr 20, 2013, 01:56
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The top global honors in Arabian Horse Racing presented at the HH Sheikh Mansoor Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Global Arabian Flat Racing Festival Darley Awards and HH Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak Darley Awards
The Board of Stewards of the Arabian Racing Cup announces the results of the 26th annual Darley Awards, held March 10th, 2013 at the JW Marriott in Houston, Texas. Dignitaries and guests from the USA and around the world including Arabian race enthusiasts from Canada, Belgium, Egypt, England, France, Poland, Sweden, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Qatar, Turkey, and UAE were present to enjoy and witness this prestigious event.
Among the highlights of the evening, VALIANT BOY SBFAR, a 4 year old stallion bred by Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and owned by Guy Neivens,was crowned the 2012 Darley Champion Horse of the Year, while Sam Vasquez of Houston, Texas took home the high honor of 2012 Darley Champion Owner for the second consecutive year, and Bill Waldron received the esteemed 2012 Darley Champion Breeder title. Honorees of the 2012 HH Sheikh Mansoor Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Global Arabian Flat Racing Festival Darley Award Champions are:
Apr 16, 2013, 01:00
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Rakhassa Bey++++// Earns High Point Horse in First and Only Show Season
The Arabian sport horse community met, fell in love with, and lost a magnificent mare in 2012. Rakhassa Bey++++// (Sundance Kid V x Bonwood Splendor) earned the coveted top spot in the Achievement Awards program as High Point Horse, in addition to earning her Legion of Masters and Legion of Excellence in her first and only rated show season, a feat never before achieved. Sadly, “Kassie” was lost during colic surgery in October.
Bought by Bill and Alexis Doughty of Cape Charles, Virginia, in 2011 to be used as a broodmare, the 1999 bay mare nicknamed Kassie made an unexpected impression on Alexis as she came off the trailer. “I was awe struck in love with her and knew I’d have to show her. Of course I show sport horse, but halter and western trainers all loved her too. People noticed her for all the things we love about Arabians,” says Doughty.
Kassie was bred by Suzanne Eves of Robesonia, Pennsylvania who has been breeding since the early 70s and produced other champions like western pleasure stand out Klint Black+++/. While owned by Kimberly Ann Fleischer, Kassie was bred to Klint Black and had one 2006 gelding named Khassidy Bey, owned by Bonnie Kessler. Five years later, at 13, Kassie was shipped south to Virginia where Alexis Doughty fell in love and entered her in her first rated show in January 2012.
Mar 15, 2013, 00:56
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Lorraine Prowse and Taylor Bowman Named Top Amateurs of 2012
AHA is happy to announce its 2012 Amateur Achievement Award winners, adult amateur Lorraine Prowse of Sherwood Park, Alberta who earned 682.5 points and youth amateur Taylor Bowman of Hillsboro, Oregon who earned 909.5 points. Both amateurs compete largely in the sport horse division and attended both Canadian Nationals and Sport Horse Nationals in 2012, earning a whopping 23 combined National Championships.
Adult Amateur Achievement Award Winner
Prowse's competition year began with a bang at the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show where she placed in 20 classes. "I started off at Scottsdale and showed three horses. Had some great goes, ended up winning some classes," says Prowse. From there Prowse showed at the Parkland Spring Show in May where she won every class she entered.
Feb 15, 2013, 17:38
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AHA Club Membership Drive
Club Membership Drive
Calling All Clubs
AHA is preparing to launch the 2013 Club Membership Drive geared towards engaging clubs and promoting new member outreach. All clubs are eligible, no entry is needed. The Club Membership Drive will run from March 1 – June 30, 2013. See the basic outline below and check back for updates, club promotion ideas and success stories from clubs just like yours!
Club Membership Drive Rules
Membership count based on growth from March 1 – June 30, 2013
Feb 15, 2013, 17:36
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Rakhassa Bey++++// Earns High Point Horse in First and Only Show Season
The Arabian sport horse community met, fell in love with, and lost a magnificent mare in 2012. Rakhassa Bey++++// (Sundance Kid V x Bonwood Splendor) earned the coveted top spot in the Achievement Awards program as High Point Horse, in addition to earning her Legion of Masters and Legion of Excellence in her first and only rated show season, a feat never before achieved. Sadly, "Kassie" was lost during colic surgery in October.
Bought by Bill and Alexis Doughty of Cape Charles, Virginia, in 2011 to be used as a broodmare, the 1999 bay mare nicknamed Kassie made an unexpected impression on Alexis as she came off the trailer. "I was awe struck in love with her and knew I'd have to show her. Of course I show sport horse, but halter and western trainers all loved her too. People noticed her for all the things we love about Arabians," says Doughty.
Feb 15, 2013, 17:29
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SmartPax “Celebrity Slide” - Feb 18th
Monday, February 18th at 6:30 p.m. the SmartPax “Celebrity Slide” in the Wells Fargo Advisors Arena. A “for fun and profit” class designed to introduce Arabian trainers and competitors in other disciplines to the rapidly growing sport of reining. The event pairs each of six non-reining competitors with a reining trainer for a few sessions of intensive training prior to the show. Just before the competition begins, the teams are auctioned in a Calcutta with 65% of proceeds awarded to the buyer of the winning team and the remainder adding to the Futurity. Reining has roots western ranching and is fast paced, exciting action to watch. Further details at www.ARHA.net
Feb 11, 2013, 12:46
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SCOTTSDALE SPECIAL EVENTS
Arabian and Half-Arabian Reining Horses vie for $175,000 purse during the Futurity Classic at the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show February 14 - 28, 2013 in the Wells Fargo Advisors Arena at West World of Scottsdale. Currently the fastest growing discipline of Arabian horse shows, Reining attracts competitors of all ages. The sport of Reining is a lasting tribute to the Western ranching heritage of the United States and also incorporates various riding traditions from other ranch-land countries. Action-oriented competition engages the audience with performances of impressive spins and sliding stops and the romance of the cowboy style. The public is welcome to talk with owners and trainers learn about this family-friendly sport and Arabian horse. Complete schedule and details at www.ARHA.net.
Feb 11, 2013, 12:45
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Saddle Up Gallery Looks For Faces Of The West!
Cowboys…Cowgirls from Cave Creek And Surrounding Areas. Get Your Portrait Painted By Renowned Artist Marless Fellows.
Be One Of The First 24 To Apply With Proven Cowboy Track Record
It has been a life long love of Saddle Up Gallery Owner/Artist Marless Fellows to preserve the heart of the Southwest in everything she does. When the idea of painting the portraits of the Faces of the West came to her it was like a window opened up to the world of the cowboy. Those character faces can be seen in every painting by Fellows in her gallery in Cave Creek, AZ.
The whole idea began when Fellows decided to share with the world how you can exude the inner lifestyle of the west and all it means to her. According to Fellows, “As long as I can remember the feeling of the Southwest ran through my soul. My horse Sam, took me over some of the most spectacular terrain this country has to offer, and now I am able to paint my dreams and share them with you. I want to show the world the Southwest through my eyes and introduce you to some of the characters of the great southwest.”
Method: Sign up with Marless Fellows at Saddle Up Gallery or at The Arizona Fine Art Expo where she will be exhibiting. You must have a proven track record as a Cowboy or Cowgirl. Pick up a sign-up sheet at Saddle Up Gallery, 6140 E. Cave Creek Road or call Marless Fellows at 480-577-8426 for an interview.
Feb 11, 2013, 12:41
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2013 Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show Schedule of Events
Friday, February 15th
10:00 a.m. Barn Tours Starts @ East End of Entry Tent 1
11:00 a.m. Meet Sshameless the 2013 Breyer Horse MD Barns Display Area
4:00pm Meet & Greet Charlotte Bredahl Dressage Office (Close to Arena 6 &7)
Saturday, February 16th
9:00am Wells Fargo Stage Coach Photos Between Arenas 3 & 4
10:00 a.m. Barn Tours Starts @ East End of Entry Tent 1
10:30 a.m. Meet an Arabian Horse Round Pen
11:00 a.m. Meet Sshameless the 2013 Breyer Horse MD Barns Display Area
12:00 p.m. Essential Elements of Horsemanship- Lee Smith Round Pen
1:00 p.m. International Halter Classes Equidome
2:00 p.m. Barn Tours Starts @ East End of Entry Tent 1
3:00 p.m. Essential Elements of Horsemanship- Lee Smith Round Pen
4:00 p.m. Black Stallion Wine Tasting VIP Lounge
Lisa Seger Insurance Dog Costume Class & Dog Race (following the last class of afternoon) Wendell
6:00 p.m. Youth Exhibitor Party Arena 3
Feb 11, 2013, 02:09
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Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show
Scottsdale's signature event will celebrate its 58th birthday in Scottsdale during the week of February 14 - 24, 2013. The Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show, largest of its kind the world, draws hundreds of thousands of horse lovers each year, and attracts over 2,400 of the world's finest Arabian and Half-Arabian horses. These magnificent, versatile, user-friendly animals and their owners will gather from around the world to compete for over $1,000,000 in prize monies in more than 640 colorful classes.
The Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show is a shopper's paradise. Almost as famous for its dazzling commercial exhibits area, overflowing with treasures, baubles, bangles and one-of-a-kind beads for every taste and budget, the Scottsdale Show features a glimmering assortment of more than 300 vendors and trade booths, offering everything from lavish jewelry, clothing and works of art, to boots, saddles, gifts and trinkets. Tempting international cuisine courts, exciting demonstrations and unique educational seminars compete for visitors' attention with the luxurious, exotically decorated stabling areas in which the horses are housed.
Feb 11, 2013, 02:06
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Ranch Sorting National Championships
Dear RSNC Members,
Please be sure to read the letter written by Bill Addis of Addis Live Auctions.
All of our efforts to promote the fun sport of Ranch Sorting as America's Number 1 Equine Family Sport is now attracting new members from other breed associations
in a very positive way.
Click here to read letter:
http://library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1104233091425-1407/2013_02_01_From+The+Auction+Block+RSNC2.pdf
Be sure to watch for new members with Arabian horses and welcome them to our association and sport. Just this last weekend there was a show in Owasso, OK with 70 teams in the Beginner RH class and over 30 of them were new members riding Arabian Horses!
Sincerely,
Dave Wolfe
RSNC President
Feb 7, 2013, 09:45
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AHA Regional Insider
Region 1
Fiesta Del Mar Show is Back
Tierra Del Norte Arabian Horse Association and Desert Arabian Horse Association are bringing back their joint show Fiesta Del Mar, April 5-7, 2013. It is a concurrent show and a qualifier for Region 1 and 2 Championships. All judges have been or currently are Nationals judges. Contact Nancy Harvey for more information (626) 355-9101.
Save the Dates
Two other shows to mark on your calendar: Sierra Empire Arabian Horse Association's show, January 25-27, 2013 in Pomona and Rancho California Arabian Horse Association's show, March 22-23, 2013 in Burbank.
Region 7
Region 7 Show Designed for the Exhibitor
The Region 7 Show, April 25-28, with ASHO4U pres-show April 23-24, at WestWorld will once again focus on designing a show for the exhibitor, using lessons learned from last year's successful show to continue to improve the experience for all exhibitors. Here's what's in store, thanks to our hard working Commission:
Feb 7, 2013, 09:43
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Last Chance to Enroll Your 2013 Foal
February 15 is your last chance to enroll your 2013 in-utero foal as a Breeding Entry - it's the only way to win Sweepstakes Prize Money! If your mare was bred to a Sweepstakes Nominated Sire or your Nominated Dam was bred to a non-Arabian stallion, the in-utero foal is eligible to be enrolled as a Breeding Entry (see complete rules for eligibility). Classes now provide for potential earnings at all stages of the resulting foal's life starting with the $2,500 Breeders Sweepstakes yearling classes at Regionals! February 15 is the deadline to enter at the $500 fee (postmarked/electronic transaction dated). Please contact an AHA Representative for more information at (303) 696-4500 #4 or view the Sweepstakes Program online here: http://www.arabianhorses.org/activities/pmp/sweeps/?utm_source=AHA+Insider+January+2013&utm_campaign=January+Insider+2013&utm_medium=archive&utm_source=AHA+Insider+Flash%3A+Sweepstakes+Deadline&utm_campaign=Sweepstakes+Deadline+eFlash&utm_medium=email
Feb 7, 2013, 09:40
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Judges & Exhibitors School Called "Best Educational Seminar"
The Judges & Stewards Office at the Arabian Horse Association wrapped up its annual Judges & Exhibitors School, Dec. 6-8 in Scottsdale, Ariz. "It was mind blowing, actually," says Karen Root of Orem, Utah. "That is one of the best educational seminars I have ever attended." The Judges & Exhibitors School operates as the starting point for earning one's AHA judging card and is open to anyone interested in learning about how judges are taught to evaluate horses in the ring.
Judges who have earned their cards across several breeds call AHA's school and training approach one of the best in the horse industry. Professional horsemen and women throughout the Arabian industry urge amateurs, owners, and trainers to further their education at the school. "I talk to owners, trainers, amateur riders who have expressed interest in going to the Judges School and say, you really should go. If you choose to get your judges card and go forward with it, great, but even if you don't, it will really help you down the road in your showing," says Todd Hickerson of Wilton, Calif.
Jan 14, 2013, 22:56
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Arabian Score Sheet Changed and Points of Emphasis Identified
The Arabian Horse Association recently made changes to the Arabian scoring system, making adjustments to both the Purebred Arabian Score Sheet and the Half-Arabian/Anglo-Arabian Score Sheet, along with corresponding class specifications listed on the back of each score sheet. The new Score Sheets and class specifications can be found by clicking here.
In addition, the 2013 Points of Emphasis for judges were recently identified. Yearly Points of Emphasis are named upon recommendation from the 5-90 Task Force. The Points of Emphasis identify specific negative trends and put special emphasis on addressing these situations.
Jan 14, 2013, 22:53
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Victoria Oto Named 2012 Youth of the Year
Victoria Oto of Maraga, Calif. was named 2012 Youth of the Year by the Arabian Horse Association (AHA). As an ambassador for the Arabian breed, Oto was nominated for the United States Equestrian Federation's (USEF) Youth Sportsman's Award and was awarded the Reserve Overall title.
Oto distinguished herself from the competition in terms of her passion for the Arabian breed and her extraordinary contributions to her community. The current Arabian Horse Youth Association (AHYA) Vice President, Oto also served as Vice Director of Region 3 (Northern Calif.) and Chaired the Youth Nationals Activities Committee for two years. As an active member of both local and regional clubs, Oto led a highly successful youth fundraising effort that considerably surpassed previous years.
Jan 14, 2013, 22:52
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AHA Insider
Region 1
Fiesta Del Mar Show is Back
Tierra Del Norte Arabian Horse Association and Desert Arabian Horse Association are bringing back their joint show Fiesta Del Mar, April 5-7, 2013. It is concurrent show and a qualifier for Region 1 and 2 Championships. All judges have been or currently are Nationals judges. Contact Nancy Harvey for more information (626) 355-9101.
Save the Dates
Two other shows to mark on your calendar: Sierra Empire Arabian Horse Association's show, January 25-27, 2013 at Burbank and Rancho California Arabian Horse Association's show, March 22-23, 2013 also at Burbank.
Region 5
New Website
The Region 5 website has a new look. Check it out at www.regionv.com.
Jan 14, 2013, 21:58
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Hope Springs Eternal+/ Surprises Jumper World, Wins AHA Open Competition Award
Hope Springs Eternal+/ (Allience+// x Pajarito Esprit), a 2000 purebred bay mare, owned by Lynn, Kyle, Margaret and Laura McAlister was recently named the AHA 2012 Open Competition Award winner.
Nominated as a jumper, "Hope" competes at the Open USEF International level in California's zone 10. With Kristin Hardin in the irons, Hope has won at the Santa Barbara National Show, Oaks Summer Classic, and the Showpark Summer Tournament, all USEF zone 10 AA rated shows and all deeply competitive. After having a foal in 2011, Hope picked up right where she left off.
Jan 14, 2013, 21:55
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