REGISTRY REPORT Karen Smith, Registrar
2010, is here!! I would like to welcome our 2009 new members and their Morabs. Welcome to IMBA and enjoy your Morabs: Paula Brown of Arkansas and Final Command, Kristi Wood of Texas and LM Mystery Lady, Brenda Mills of Michigan and NW Starlight, Karen Schnell of North Carolina and Avalon Troubadour, Harvey Munsch of Minnesota and Mi Dandi, Mike Hornecker of Wyoming and Red Rock Snickers, Marcia Malmberg of Wyoming and Royal Rulers Redwing, Debbie and Sophia Anthony of Minnesota and SW MMeshach, Rebecca Wentworth and Jericho‘s Royal Flush, Kaitlin Victoria Sharp of Oklahoma and Hasan Ko‘akh Yad, and associate member Tammy Devier of Minnesota. Thank you to all who have renewed their 2010 memberships. I know times are hard and your continued support is appreciated. Due to the new term limits for the board of directors, Wendy Konichek was unable to run for another term on the board. I want to say thank you for the many years she served on the board of directors, it is appreciated. Although Wendy will not be on the board this year, she is still active with IMBA as webmaster and committees. Welcome to Jane Licht, who was elected to the board of directors. As many of you know, she has served on the board in the past and we are glad to have her back. A new member benefit was added. In 2010, you may link from our Farm Tours page to your website for FREE! Please notify the IMBA office if you would like to become a part of the IMBA Farm Tours and I will forward your information to our webmaster. The annual meeting will be held on November 6, 2010 hosted by our chairperson, Ingrid Buchmeier in Lander, Wyoming. Anyone interested in attending the meeting in person or via phone conference, please contact the IMBA office or Ingrid directly. I look forward to another great year and hope that you will join us. Enjoy your spring!
Karen E Smith
VIEW FROM THE CHAIR Ingrid Buchmeier, Chairman
The International Morab Breeders Association had it's annual meeting in November. It was a productive meeting and I look forward to serving as Chairperson again this year. I would urge those of you interested in the breed to serve in some capacity for the association. The board will have three openings this fall. Are you willing to step forward for the good of the breed? I hope some of you will take the plunge to run for the board. The economy has affected the horse market. The Morab is the type of horse that will do well in spite of the economy. Fewer people are breeding in this poor economic economy, but the quality of the horses is increasing throughout the whole industry. The Morab can and does do well at everything it is pointed toward. They are great show horses, family horses, driving, working, just good all around horses. I predict that Morab type horses are going to be in demand as the fads in the other breeds fade. The photo show was very successful and I am looking forward to the next show. The online horse show is the only real fund raising opportunity IMBA has besides advertising and registrations. I would encourage each member to submit an entry to this show. Members have been asking for something like this show to have the opportunity to compete against other Morabs. The last show was truly international as we had entries from not only the US, but Canada, Australia and the UK. As the show becomes more successful we will be encouraged to add video classes and perhaps even a futurity. Please help us to make it a great Morab show. I am excited to see the progress made with getting our pedigree base online. It's not done yet, but is getting closer all the time. I feel it would be very advantageous to show the bloodlines in our breed to the world. It will also show what bloodlines are available for purchase or breeding options. We look forward to "seeing" you at the Annual meeting in November. Don't forget to vote. It is a great way to guide your organization. The meeting will once again be held via phone conference and will be based from Lander, WY again. Happy trails and keep in touch.
Red Rock Horses
Ingrid Morab Perspective 2010 Breeders‘ Guide Page 5