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2015 Canadian National Unanimous Champion 2015 U.S. National Reserve Champion Junior Stallion Multi-Regional & National Honors All progeny shown have been Regional Champions & more!

“Beau�

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“BB” Beloveds Behold

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(Beloved One NA+ x Rohara MarcAlyssa) 2017 Region 12 Champion Yearling 2018 Region 12 Unanimous Res-Champion Yearling 2018 Region 12 Unanimous Res-Champion Spotlight Schatzberg/Osteen photo

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Dams Of Excellence AHT Celebrates 50 Years ... Of Covers ChriShan Park: A Place To Come Home To | by Theresa Cardamone 2020 2nd Annual Art Of The Cowgirl ...

Honoring The Culture Of The West With All Things Cowgirl | by Catherine Cole Fernadelli Generations Farm: The Heritage Of Christian Cook | by Theresa Cardamone Leaders Of The Times: Beloveds Farm—The Land Created For Them | by Jenn Trickey Where’s Merit?

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Maroon Fire Arabians And Shea Stables | by Christy Egan Vegaz ... Supreme Show Horse, Superior Sire | by Theresa Cardamone The Arabian English Performance Association Leaders Of The AEPA 2019 APAHA Award Finalists Trainers of 2020 The Realization of An IntArah Dream ...

Baviera HVP Named 2019 World Gold Champion Senior Mare | by Theresa Cardamone The Importance Of Horse Auctions–A Conversation With Industry Experts | by Evie Tubbs Sweeney Kidney Sisters ... Deb Witty & Terri Deering | by Colleen Scott In Memoriam

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COMMENTS from the publisher GIVING THANKS FOR A HOPEFUL FUTURE Every now and then I’m asked what, in my opinion, is the most important thing Arabian enthusiasts can do to be sure our breed has a real future in the 21st century. Lately, it has struck me that we don’t have just one top priority; we have at least two.

Of course, we need to promote/market our breed to others so that we can attract new people to our community, but we also have to breed horses. If we don’t have horses to take us forward, we might as well stop now.

We all recognize this, but are we doing enough about our growing shortage of breeders? (Full disclosure: I get that breeding is a thankless, rather costly pursuit that does not guarantee results; my family’s Cedar Ridge Farm has bred Arabians for 50 years, and even we have cut back in later years.) Just like marketing in modern society, inspiring people to breed horses is now more challenging than ever.

But isn’t that just another reason that we should all respect and support our breeders even more?

Without them, we are in trouble. This is a realization that has hit more breeds than just our own.

I hear it from others as well, Saddlebreds in particular, as many of their longtime major breeders have passed from the scene. Many of ours have too. The era of the “big breeders,” that taken-forgranted supply of horses, seems to be over for everyone.

So, what can we do to support our remaining breeders more? For one thing, offer them respect, because in almost all cases, that is what is due. Those who answer the challenge of paying a stud fee, breeding a mare and raising a foal—and in some cases, starting it in training—deserve a huge thank-you. More incentive programs would be good as well, both from organizations and also from stallion owners who are able to do it. Even so, even if we’re able to mitigate a little of the risk of breeding, the truth is that creating foals is most often a labor of love. It’s something people do who love Arabians and want to see the breed prosper.

I think we’re all aware that we need to thank those who buy Arabians, of course; without them, we would have no market. But let’s remember that if one has the funds, buying a champion horse is easy. Breeding one is not so easy, and if there aren’t champions to sell, there is nothing for the buyers to buy.

Those of you who know me know that I speak often about this. But this comes from my heart and I know that for most of you, the Arabian is the horse of your heart. We all need to look to its future.

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2019 Leading Breeders of National Champions and Reserve Champions Youth, Canadian and U.S. Nationals (Not included: Dressage/Sport Horse/Equitation/Showmanship/Horsemanship)

13 Winners MARTY SHEA

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11 Winners CEDAR RIDGE ARABIANS

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LAAW WREN RENC CE JER ERO OME

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10 Winners ELEANOR HAMILTON

LEADING OVERALL BREE EED DER OF PUR UREB EBR EB REDS & HALF-ARA RAB BIANS STE ERN BREE EED DER OVERALL LEADING WORKING WEST

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9 Winners

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LEADING OVERA VERALL LL BREEDER OF PUREBREDS VERALL LL LEADING SADD ADDL LE SEAT BREEDER OVERA VERALL LL LEADING HUNTER PLEASURE BREEDER OVERA OVERA VERALL LL LEADING SPECIA ECIAL LTY BREEDER

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VARIAN ARABIANS

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Introducing

By THERESA CARDAMONE Arabian Horse Times and AHT Abroad are pleased to introduce a new means of honoring accomplished mares and their progeny; mares that are the “heart and foundation of our Arabian breed.� Having lit up the greatest show rings in the world and produced offspring that equal and sometimes surpass their own glory, these are the Dams of Excellence, a title that is only conferred upon those horses that meet its strict qualifying criteria in the halter and/or performance arena.

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Nominated Mares must have accumulated a show and/or production record that fulfills

A MINIMUM OF FOUR of the qualifying championships at the world’s top events. Mares can contribute their own wins along with those of their offspring to achieve the necessary total, however, a single offspring can provide a maximum of 3 of the qualifications needed for the nominated mare. Wins can be accumulated within North America and/or internationally to reach the required four or more.

WITHIN NORTH AMERICA, A QUALIFYING POINT IS EARNED IF THE MARE: • • • • • • • •

Is herself a National Champion, Reserve National Champion, Scottsdale Champion and/or Arabian Breeders World Cup (ABWC) Gold Champion Has produced 1 or more National Champions (U.S., Canada, Youth, Sport Horse or Distance Nationals) Has produced 2 or more Reserve National Champions Has produced 5 or more National Top Ten Winners (U.S., Canada, Youth, Sport Horse or Distance Nationals) Has produce with a total of 5 or more Regional Champions or Reserves Has produced 1 or more Scottsdale Champions and/or ABWC Gold Champions (Junior Championship, Senior Championships, Performance Championship, etc. only, not individual/age division classes) Has produced 2 or more Scottsdale Reserve Champions and/or ABWC Silver Champions Has produced 1 or more Scottsdale and/or ABWC International Champions (Gold, Silver or Bronze)

INTERNATIONALLY, A QUALIFYING POINT IS EARNED IF THE MARE: •

• • • • • • • •

Is herself a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Winner at an ECAHO Title show or at Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship, or a Champion at a National Title Show (i.e. Brazilian Nationals, Ecuadorian Nationals, South African Nationals, Australian Nationals, etc.)

Has produced a European Triple Crown winner (winning All Nations Cup, European, and World Champion in one year) (counts for 2 requirements) Has produced a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Winner at an ECAHO Title show or at the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship Has produced 2 Gold, Silver, Bronze or Top Five winners at an ECAHO “A” show Has produced 2 Gold, Silver, or Bronze Winners at the Ajman Arabian Horse Show or the Abu Dhabi International Arabian Horse Championship Has produced 3 Gold, Silver, or Bronze Winners at the Straight Egyptian World Championship, Egyptian Event Europe, or AHO Breeders Championship Has produced 3 or more Gold, Silver, or Bronze Winners at an ECAHO National Championship, “B international” show, European Show, or Specific Origin Show Has produced 5 or more Gold, Silver, or Bronze Winners at an ECAHO “B National” or “C International” Has produced a Champion at a National Title Show (i.e. Brazilian Nationals, Ecuadorian Nationals, South African Nationals, Australian Nationals, etc.)

AHT DAMS OF EXCELLENCE FEATURED IN THIS ISSUE: A Love Song

EA Candy Girl

HED Caramba

RH Triana

Beautiful Juell V

Elkana

Honey’s Delight RB

Singularcylection

EA Aphroditie

Ericca

Noble Aphroditie

Star of Justice ORA

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SINGULARCYLECTION 1997 Bay Mare Cytosk x Holli Berry Bred and Owned by: R O Lervick Arabians National Top Ten & Regional Champion and Reserve Winner

PRODUCE AND WINS: CYMPLY TEMPTING

by A Temptation Regional Reserve Champion

ROL FIRE LILY+//

ROL CATCHING FIRE+/

ROL FIRECRACKER+//

ROL FIRE LILY+//

ROL PURE ASSET+//

ROL LETS DANCE+/

ROL CATCHING FIRE+/

by Afire Bey V National Reserve Champion 6x Regional Champion 4x Regional Reserve Champion ROL DIAMONDS AFIRE

by Afire Bey V 5x Regional Champion 7x Regional Reserve Champion ROL FIRE LILY+//

by Afire Bey V 4x National Champion 2x National Reserve Champion 30x Regional Champion 9x Regional Reserve Champion ROL FIRECRACKER+//

by Afire Bey V 13x National Champion 4x National Reserve Champion 7x Regional Champion ROL LETS DANCE+/

by Afire Bey V 3x National Champion 2x National Reserve Champion 2x Regional Champion 2x Regional Reserve Champion ROL PURE ASSET+//

by Afire Bey V 20x Regional Champion 9x Regional Reserve Champion

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Roger & Linda Lervick With ROL Heart Breaker | Out of Cyte x Caribia

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R O Lervick Arabians Celebrating 42 Years

of Breeding Arabian Horses

by CHRISTY EGAN

In March of 2020, Roger and Linda Lervick of R O Lervick Arabians will have been Arabian horse breeders for 42 years. For their first decade in the Arabian industry, the Lervicks bred fine Arabian halter horses. They made their decision to breed beautiful athletes with the arrival of Cytosk+++/ (Mi Tosk x Cystyr) in 1991. The first Cytosk foal born at R O Lervick Arabians in 1992 was Cymply Red out of Bold Anne (ASHA). A Half-Arabian mare, Cymply Red produced 11 National winners, five of them National Champions or Reserves. It was just the beginning for R O Lervick Arabians. Within three days of Cymply Red’s birth, the Lervicks bought the yearling Huckleberry Bey filly, Holli Berry (x Cytreese, by *Cytrys). Holli Berry was a 3-time national Top Ten and Canadian National Reserve Champion in driving. Bred to Cytosk, Holli Berry produced six National winners, among them Singularcylection, the Lervicks addition to AHT’s Dams Of Excellence in 2019. At the age of two, “Booberry” (a nickname she got at birth) took her first championship in Mare Halter. The following year, she was Top Ten at the U.S. Nationals in the English Pleasure Futurity with Dennis Wigren.

Singularcylection had her first foal in 2001, ROL Firecracker+//, winner of multiple national championships and reserves. In 2006 his sister, ROL Fire Lily+// took on the show scene, winning six national championships and reserves, culminating with her 2019 unanimous Canadian National Championships in Country English Pleasure Open and AAOTR 40+. Singularcylection’s national champions also include, 5-time National Champion and Reserve ROL Lets Dance+/ and Reserve National Champion ROL Catching Fire+/. Adding national winners ROL Diamonds Afire and ROL Pure Asset+//, these Singularcylection offspring (all by Afire Bey V) have won 29 National Championships/Reserves and 83 National Top Ten awards.

Singularcylection has registered 13 foals by five stallions, six are national winners and several more are Regional/Scottsdale winners. “When I showed her (Singularcylection), I remember how big and beautiful she was—style and quality,” says R O Lervick trainer, Dennis Wigren. “Over 15 hands, she was very much like the best *Bask daughters. Even now, she’s a standout. All of her offspring have been easy to start and train. They are bright, interested and talented.”

“Singularcylection was always a good mother; never an ounce of problems,” notes Tague Johnson, R O Lervick Arabian’s breeding manager. “She is such a sweetheart; kind and gentle—all the vets just love her. At 23, her bones and feet are still good; she gets around and runs around too ...when the mood strikes her!”

The Lervicks have nurtured this bloodline from Holli Berry thru Singularcylection to ROL Fire Lily+// and her first filly, born in 2019 (John and Judy Mittenthal, owners). It is this longevity and consistency that is the difference between good and great breeders.

Singularcylection is expecting her next foal via embryo in 2020 by Afire Bey V.

Roger & Linda Lervick P.O. Box 699, Stanwood, Washington 98292 | 360-652-0108 | 800-669-2745 Trainer, Dennis Wigren: 360-202-5934 | cytosk@whidbey.net www.rolervickarabians.com Ar abian Horse Times | 21 | Volume 50, No. 7

W HEN YOU W ISH UPON A STA R

Star of Justice ORA

VALIK ORA

ANGEL OF VITORIO ORA

VALKYRIE ORA

MR DANTE

VALIK ORA

BLACK INK CRF

2014 Black Gelding

2016 Black Stallion

2015 Chestnut Mare

2018 Bay Gelding

A LL BY V ITOR IO TO MIDWEST TRAINING & BREEDING STATIONS

David Boggs | 612-328-8312 | david@midwestarabian.com www.MidwestArabian.com Bred & Owned by: OAK RIDGE ARABIANS | Janey Morse www.vitorioto.com - www.oakridgearabians.com Ar abian Horse Times | 22 | Volume 50, No. 7

2016 Black Mare

2018 Black Colt

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Star of

Justice

ORA

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STAR OF JUSTICE ORA 2011 Chestnut Mare WH Justice x Star of Gaishea Bred and Owned by: Oak Ridge Arabians

QUALIFYING MARE AND/OR PRODUCE AND WINS: STAR OF JUSTICE ORA National CH (Halter) Regional Res. CH (H) ANGEL OF VITORIO ORA Regional CH & Res. (H) BLACK INK CRF Regional CH (H) VALIK ORA National CH 3x Res. CH & 7x TT (H) 3x Regional CH & Res. (H)

Exemplifying Excellence

by THERESA CARDAMONE Oak Ridge Arabians has bred a litany of champions, including AHT Dams of Excellence, Star of Justice ORA (WH Justice x Star of Gaishea). Her pedigree is steeped in the finest American breeding programs, with the bottom side emanating from historic Gainey bloodlines. Herself the 2012 Canadian National Champion Yearling Filly, Star of Justice has already produced six champion offspring from her first eight foals to qualify for this prestigious honor. All were sired by Oak Ridge chief stallion and many times U.S. National Champion, Vitorio TO. Her first-born, the jet-black Valik ORA (2014), is a double-U.S. Reserve National Champion at halter with nine additional top ten awards in the U.S. and Canada, including a 2019 U.S. National Top Ten in Hunter Pleasure. Valik is also a three-time champion at Scottsdale, three-time Gold champion at the Arabian National Breeder Finals, and unanimous regional champion among his many victories.

The elegant chestnut Angel of Vitorio ORA (2015) came a year later and has racked up an enviable record herself, including her win as 2019 Scottsdale Signature Stallion Champion Senior Mare, her third Scottsdale victory. Angel has earned Supreme Silver Champion status at the Arabian Breeders World Cup and is a multiple-ANBF Gold Champion. Her black full sister, Valkyrie ORA (2016), was the unanimous Scottsdale Champion Breeders Club 2-Year-Old Filly among her growing list of victories. Also foaled in 2016 was Mr. Dante, who was named the 2017 Scottsdale Champion Signature Yearling Colt as well as the unanimous ANBF Silver Sire Champion Yearling Colt.

The two youngest offspring of Star of Justice to reach the show ring were foaled in 2018.

Valero ORA won the 2019 Scottsdale Reserve Champion Breeders Club Yearling Colt title along with honors in Las Vegas and the ANBF. Bred by Cedar Ridge Farm, Black Ink CRF is the only one of the Star of Justice foals not bred by Oak Ridge. His 2019 Region 12 ABS Champion Yearling Colt win portends many such triumphs in the future.

Star of Justice ORA is already leaving an indelible mark on the Oak Ridge Arabians program, and by extension on the breed as a whole. Her ability to reproduce the best qualities of herself and the stallion is reflected in her offspring’s winning records and gives her the right to wear her crown as a Dam of Excellence.

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*Elkana++

and 1977 colt, Ultima by *Bask++

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*ELKANA++ 1969 Grey Mare Aquinor x Estebna Bred by Michalow State Stud, Poland Owned by: Deor Farms National Champion Mare

PRODUCE AND WINS: CARTIER by *Bask National TT Regional CH EMINANT

by Aicyng National TT 2x Regional CH 2x Regional Res CH RICARD

by Negatraz National TT PRODUCER OF NUMEROUS INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONS

Contribution to breeding program and the breed as a whole ... *Elkana++ has not only been the pillar of our breeding program, but for many other farms, such as Strawberry Banks Farms. She has produced many multi-National Champions, not only direct sons and daughters, but granddaughters and stallions.

Foal(s) that most reflect/possess the qualities that make her special ...

Cartier, A Love Song and Elegant Crystal, who went on to produce more National Champions for other farms.

Candice Bergen, Mike Nichols and Aude Espourteille at Nichols Sale.

Most vivid/impactful memory of mare and/or one of her foals ...

Buying her from Mike Nichols in 1976 in the Nichols Sale.

Something personal ...

She was my best friend, my heart, and always, showed her Excellence.

Currently in foal ... *Elkana++ has passed, but many of her granddaughters are in foal.

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Multi Regional Champion ERROWE (Eminant x AFA Sienna by A Jakarta), One of *Elkana++’s grandsons we are showing in 2020.

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EA APHRODITIE

NOBLE APHRODITIE

1993 Mare AA Apollo Bey x Bint Rafhara Owned by: Karlton and Mary Ann Jackson Bred by: Carolyn Parsons Blanton

2005 Mare IXL Noble Express x EA Aphroditie Owned by: ST Martin Arabians Ltd. Bred by: Karlton Jackson

QUALIFYING MARE AND/OR PRODUCE AND WINS:

QUALIFYING MARE AND/OR PRODUCE AND WINS:

APHRODISIAC+// 3x National CH 2x Res. Natioanl CH 4x National TT (Perf)

ATHENA SMA National TT (Perf)

HEIR STRIKE+/ National CH (P)

HEIRS NOBLE LOVE 7x National CH (P) NOBLES HEIR National CH (P)

MAJESTIC DIVA 2x Regional Res. CH (Halter) MEJESTIC HIGH+// National CH (P) NOBLE APHRODITIE 5x National TT 4x Regional CH & Res. (P) NOBLE WINTER Regional CH (H) VENUS ON FIRE Regional CH (P)

Left: NOBLE APHRODITE (IXL Noble Express+ x EA Aphroditie), owned by ST Martin Arabians Ltd.; Right: HEIRS NOBLE LOVE (Afires Heir x Noble Aphroditie), owned by Karlton and Mary Ann Jackson.

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Producers of 8 Nationally recognized horses bred by the Jacksons accumulating 75 National Honors and counting!

VIQUITA JUELL XX 2016 Filly by Vitorio TO Owned by Bill & Nancy Blankenship

The Matriarch of Twin XX Arabians...

Sired by Jullyen El Jamaal, Out of Bint Balalinka In Foal to SM Azraff

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ROYAL JUELL XX 2014 Gelding by SF Veraz Owned by Tea Cavalli JULLYE AL GAZAL XX 2011 Mare by SF Veraz Owned by Marcos Tinoco of Brazil

JUELLYEANNE XX 2018 Filly by Kahil Al Shaqab

EDENS RADIANT JUELL XX 2012 Mare by Eden C Owned by Perry Armstrong ALL PROUDLY BRED BY LARRY SCHOPF For inquiries, contact Dan and Judy Lynch 608-798-0452 or 608-575-6666 | danlynchfarms@charter.net

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BEAUTIFUL JUELL V 2005 Mare Jullyen El Jamaal x Bint Balalinka Scottsdale Reserve Champion, Halter Owned by: Larry Schopf, Twin XX Arabians Bred by: Varian Arabians

QUALIFYING MARE AND/OR PRODUCE AND WINS: CROWN JUELL XX 2x U.S. Ntl. CH & 1x Res. (Perf.)

Scottsdale Res. CH (P) & TT (H) 2x U.S. Ntl. TT (P) JULLYE AL GAZAL XX U.S. Ntl. Res. CH & TT (H) 2x Scottsdale CH (H) & 2x Res. CH (H) Brazilian Ntl. TT (Halter) ROYAL JUELL XX U.S. Ntl. Res. CH & TT (P) Scottsdale CH (P) & TT (H) JUELL AL VERAZ XX 2x U.S. Ntl. TT (H&P) 2x Scottsdale TT (H&P) EDENS RADIANT JUELL XX Scottsdale Res. CH (H) VIQUITA JUELL XX Scottsdale TT (H) JUELLYET XX Scottsdale TT (H)

CURRENTLY IN FOAL TO FOR 2020 SM Azraff | Due in April

CONTRIBUTION TO BREEDING PROGRAM & THE BREED AS A WHOLE ...

Beautiful Juell V was an extremely valuable addition and has become an integral part of the Twin XX breeding program. Her female line from the Varian breeding program consistently passes on balanced conformation and great athleticism, producing beautiful Arabian horses that win in both halter and performance, and her daughters continue to pass on these same qualities. At only 14 years of age, Beautiful Juell V’s foals have made and continue to make their mark on the industry. Her daughter, Jullye Al Gazal XX, Scottsdale Unanimous Gold Champion International Yearling Filly and U.S. National Reserve Champion Futurity Filly, is now herself producing champions. Her daughter, Harielle XX, was U.S. National Reserve Champion Futurity Filly and her son, Vindicator XX, was U.S. National Champion Futurity Gelding. Another Jullye son, Juellyeus XX, is poised to be another halter and western pleasure champion. Jullye is now a breeding mare in Brazil and her latest foal is by a sire from the Lenita Peroy program. Royal Juell XX, a Scottsdale Hunter Pleasure Futurity Champion and U.S. National AHPA Hunter Pleasure Futurity Reserve Champion, has now moved on to a youth rider.

FOAL(S) THAT MOST REFLECT/POSSESS THE QUALITIES THAT MAKE HER SPECIAL ...

Jullye Al Gazal XX has the memorable beauty that made her a champion in halter and as a breeding mare.

She has produced sons and daughters that continue to win in both halter and performance. Beautiful Juell V sons, Crown Juell XX and Royal Juell XX, have the conformation, intelligence and athleticism that has made them winners in halter, hunter and western pleasure. Crown Juell XX also has his trademark long, flowing hair.

MOST VIVID/IMPACTFUL MEMORY OF MARE AND/OR ONE OF HER FOALS ...

I will be forever thankful that Sheila Varian was willing to show me Beautiful Juell V as a 3-year-old. I was so impressed by this mare, that I left Varian’s knowing that I had to find a way to own her. With the beauty and success of first foals, Juell Al Veraz XX and Jullye Al Gazal XX, I continued to be greatly impressed and that thankfulness continues with the success of Left: CROWN JUELL XX every one of her foals.

2013 Gelding by SF Veraz,

Something Personal ...

All of Beautiful Juell V’s foals have her sweet, friendly, intelligent, playful attitude that makes them always want to be with you and do whatever is asked of them. Beautiful Juell V also has the highly confident attitude that makes her the dominant mare of the herd, where she has been seen protecting the mares and foals from unwanted animal intruders. Beautiful Juell V and her foals have reinforced my belief that the Arabian horse is the most beautiful and versatile of all breeds and they have the bravery that has made the Arabian horse the choice of Generals throughout history.

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owned by Lesley Farms LLC; Below: Future Champion JUELL AL VERAZ XX, owned by Jamie J. Buedler

Canadian National Champion Proudly owned by NJ Arabian Horse Ventures, LLC

U.S. National Champion Scottsdale International Champion Brazilian National Champion Proudly owned by Aria Prestige Holdings, LLC

U.S. National Champion Scottsdale Champion ABWC Gold Champion Proudly owned by Triana Holdings, LLC

Managed by Sahara Scottsdale | Jeff Sloan, Jamie Jacob & Norm Pappas Trainer, Andrew Sellman | 715.760.2466 | www.SaharaScottsdale.com

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RH TRIANA

HONEY’S DELIGHT RB

HED CARAMBA

2010 Mare ROL Intencyty x Sylviah WLF Owned by: Triana Holdings LLC Bred by: Robin Hood Farms

2008 Mare JJ Senor Magnum x Honeymoon FHP Owned by: Aria Prestige Holdings, LLC Bred by: Adriana Espindola B De Moura

2004 Mare Magnum Psyche x HED Cajun Queen Owned by: NJ Arabian Horse Ventures LLC Bred by: Lerner Diego

QUALIFYING MARE AND/OR PRODUCE AND WINS:

QUALIFYING MARE AND/OR PRODUCE AND WINS:

QUALIFYING MARE AND/OR PRODUCE AND WINS:

RH TRIANA National CH (Halter) Scottsdale Champion (H) ABWC Gold CH (H)

HONEY’S DELIGHT RB National CH (Halter) Scottsdale CH (H) Brazilian National CH (H)

HED CARAMBA National CH (Halter)

GLORIANA MJMD National CH & Res. (H)

ARIA APHRODITE National Res. CH & 2x TT (H) Scottsdale Res. CH (H) | 2x Regional CH (H)

ARIA TRESOR National Res. CH (H) ABWC Gold Champion (H)

CURRENTLY IN FOAL TO FOR 2020 Conquest BR (Via ET) | FA El Rasheem

ARIA MAJESTY National Res. CH (H) Scottsdale CH (H) | Regional CH (H) ROYAL MATEO National TT (H) | Scottsdale Res. CH (H) DELIGHT’S DIVA RB Gold CH, Menton & Sharjah (H) Silver CH, Menton (H) Bronze CH, Dubai & Paris (H)

ARIA TRESOR (Conquest BR x RH Triana), owned by ISRA Arabians

CURRENTLY IN FOAL TO FOR 2020 Delacroixx

DELACROIXX 2x National CH & 1x Res. (H) Scottsdale CH (H) | Regional CH & Res. (H) ABWC Gold Champion (H) HEY MAN AL SHAHANIA National CH (H) AJ THEE LUCA 2x National TT (H) | Regional CH (H) DM VALENCEA National TT (H) | Scottsdale CH (H) Regional Res. CH SYMPHONY OF LOVE National TT (H) | Scottsdale CH & Res. (H) Regional CH & Res. (H) ROHARA EMISSARY National TT (H) | Scottsdale Res. CH (H) Regional CH & Res. (H) OTHER REGIONAL CH/RES: Cameaa | Capone SSR | Cameila ENB Hey Man Al Shahania | So Chic AS

CURRENTLY IN FOAL TO FOR 2020 Sultan GK

CONTRIBUTION TO BREEDING PROGRAM & THE BREED AS A WHOLE ...

Left: ARIA MAJESTY (Marwan Al Shaqab x Honey’s Delight RB), owned by Aria Prestige Holdings LLC; Above: DELACROIXX (RD Dynamo x HED Caramba), owned by Delacroixx Holdings, LLC.

Collectively, these three extraordinary mares are the foundation of the Aria Collection/Sahara Scottsdale breeding program, producing foals that have earned some of the highest accomplishments in the United States and internationally. They produce a true standard of excellence that we strive for and will influence the breed as a whole for years to come.

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1970’s - 1980’s

Al-Marah Stallions Shalimar Gidason & AM Dark Dream

November 1972

*Elkin – Nichols Arabians

October 1974

Sparagowski Photo

Rho-Keem

August 1980

The Lasma Sale II

September 1973

Gai Fawn & David Boggs

August 1979 Dyana Photo

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1980’s

Gainey Fountainhead Arabians Ferzon & Gai Parada Khemosabi+++

February 1982

October 1982

Sparagowski Photo

Sparagowski Photo

*Padron

October 1980

Sparagowski Photo

*Pesniar

September 1982 Sparagowski Photo

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Arn-Ett Perlane

October 1983

Johnny Johnston Photo

1980’s

*Sakr+++

February 1986 Scott Trees Photo

Bey Shah+

March 1988 Berg Photo

Balajkar Bey V+ & Lori Conway

October 1989

Sparagowski Photo

Huckleberry Bey+++

October 1986 Scott Trees Photo

Wayne Newton’s Aramus Arabians’ WN Antigua & *GG Samir

September 1989 Sparagowski Photo

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1990’s

Cytosk+++

DW Bonfire with Myron & Jackie Bailey and Susan & Stan Morey

Jeff Little Photo

Sparagowski Photo

WN Astra & Tom Moore

Adams Arabian Ranch Ron & Judy Adams

June 1992

March 1995

SA Starr Flame & Bob Hart Jr.

February 1991 Sparagowski Photo

October 1994

Sparagowski Photo

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February 1996

1990’s - 2000’s

Magalad & Robert Battaglia

August 1998

Stuart Vesty Photo

Baske Afire

December 2001 Stuart Vesty Photo

Alada Baskin

April 2004

Sparagowski Photo

Miss Mamage and Chrishan Park

April 2001

Schatzberg Photo

A Temptation & Hey Hallelujah

February 2002 Stuart Vesty Photo

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2000’s - 2010’s

Da Vinci FM Art Dekko TT

November 2009

April 2010 Javan Photo

April Visel Photo

Empress of Bask & Jim Stachowski

December 2005 Stuart Vesty Photo

Vegaz

Bey Ambition

December 2009 April Visel Photo

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June 2010

April Visel Photo

2010’s

GSF Rizing Son

February 2011 Ferrara Photo

Magnum Psyche

May 2011

April Visel Photo

Trussardi

November 2012 Javan Photo

Vitorio TO

April 2011 Javan Photo

VooDoo Child & Brooksley Sheehe

August 2011 Brandy Photo

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2010’s

Hariry Al Shaqab Valori TRF & Andrew Sellman

September 2013

October 2015 Gigi Grasso Photo

Stuart Vesty Photo

Afire Bey V

May 2013

Stuart Vesty Photo

*Khadraj NA Ghazala El Jamaal

June 2014 Darryl Photo

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July 2016

Stuart Vesty Photo

2010’s

Matoi

August 2016

Stuart Vesty Photo

AAS Elishahh & Luciana Fasano

November 2016 Renato Sorvilo Photo

Sweira Aljassimya

June 2017

Emma Maxwell Photo

Heirs Noble Love & Joel Kiesner

October 2016 Stuart Vesty Photo

Royal Asad

April 2017 Kelly Photo

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2010’s

Turismo RA

Inception & Joel Kiesner

December 2017

November 2018 Javan Photo

Schatzberg Photo

Affliction & Jim Lowe

October 2017

Shawn Getty Lowe Photo

ROL Divine Style HA Toskcan Sun+

January 2018 Stuart Vesty Photo

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December 2018 Stuart Vesty Photo

Vicario+++/ x Melody V+// | Owner Kathy Shippee | Breeder Barb Sink-Krusenstjerna

With great pride, we congratulate everyone involved with this incredible filly, representing her sire Vicario from his first foal crop under saddle, and we look forward to those who enter the ring in 2020!

DA Valentino x Faberge AA Multi-Program Nominated Sire | SCID & CA Clear

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Proudly owned by Gretchen Love Contact Jody Strand at 319.360.5997 www.StrandsArabians.com

2019 U.S. National Champion H/A Western Pleasure AAOTR Maturity Zefyr+// x Venessa EQ, by Versace with Lara Ames 2019 U.S. National Reserve Champion H/A Western Pleasure Jr. Horse with Jody Strand

Zefyr+// x Kings Poco Blackburn 2019 U.S. National Top Ten AWPA H/A Western Pleasure Futurity with Jody Strand

Zefyr+// x Mijjestik, by SJ Mikhail 2019 U.S. National Top Ten AWPA Western Pleasure Futurity with Gary Dearth

Zefyr+// x Krymsun N Fleet 2019 U.S. National Top Ten H/A Western Pleasure Futurity with Jody Strand

The unmistakable look that carried Multi-National Champion Zefyr+// to three consecutive Western Pleasure titles is gracing horse shows across the country with the same success. Congratulations to the breeders and owners in his growing list of National winners.

2017 & 2018 U.S. National Reserve Champion Western Pleasure AAOTR Maturity

Sundance Kid V x Pattrice Multi-Program Nominated Sire | SCID & CA Clear

Proudly owned by Laura Koch Contact Jody Strand at 319.360.5997 www.StrandsArabians.com

2018 Canadian National Reserve Champion AWPA Western Pleasure AAOTR Maturity Zefyr+// x Khailianna, by SJ Mikhail

2018 Canadian National Reserve Champion Western Pleasure AATR Select 2019 Canadian National Reserve Champion Western Pleasure AATR Choice with Kim Schultz

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January 24-26, 2020

Corona Ranch And Rodeo Grounds Phoenix, AZ

by Catherine Cole Ferandelli

Nicole Poyo photo

vision grounded from the love of her grandma, Betty Kunesh, a spirited pioneer cowgirl equally at ease breaking horses as she was baking a pie, founder Tammy Pate had a vision as vast as her native Montana ranch roots.

Inspired by firsthand cowgirl creativity and community, Tammy has combined her splendid horsemanship, artistic and management skills, to create the Art of the Cowgirl, a three-day celebration honoring, educating and encouraging western lifestyle and its unique art, craftsmanship, horsemanship, collaboration and community.

Launched in January 2019, the inaugural Art of the Cowgirl celebration drew some 1,500 guests and participants. Housed at the historic Corona Ranch just minutes from downtown Phoenix and Sky Harbor International Airport, the venue offers true western spirit convenient to metropolitan Phoenix yet shadowed by the majestic South Mountain.

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Homegrown word of mouth and smart modern media promotion beacons to an even bigger success for 2020.

Events scheduled include varied horsemanship and equine discipline demonstrations. Top Reining trainer Crystal McNutt will be featured, along with several other top working western masters. A ranch rodeo competition, master artist demonstrations, expert clinicians, a ranch horse sale, entertainment, live music and yummy hearty cuisine entice amidst a mission to promote, cultivate and grow collaborative relationships celebrating the traditional cowgirl spirit.

Education is a key piece of furthering the western lifestyle too. Though Art of the Cowgirl runs for just three days, the fellowship raises funds year-round to offer, encourage and continue education in time honored artistic trades. The six fellowships offered this year are Horsemanship, Saddle Making, Bit Making, Fine Art, Photography and Horse Hair Hitching. Fellowships are available to women and men without restriction of age or location, offering a “once in a lifetime opportunity to learn or refine their craft with some of the most talented makers in the business.”

Winter is the magical season in central Arizona. Weather is typically mild, making Art of the Cowgirl an ideal visit for local guests, annual ‘snowbirds’ and out of town visitors drawn to witnessing and experiencing the rich western culture interwoven throughout Arizona and the greater West.

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Whether an expert equestrian, fledgling artist, cowpoke or simply curious, the Art of the Cowgirl gives a unique opportunity to experience an event that captures cowgirl wisdom, heritage, folklore and artfulness for all interested and intrigued by the inimitable western spirit. For more information, visit www.artofthecowgirl.com. n

Nicole Poyo photo Opposite page: 2019 Art of the Cowgirl Ranch Rodeo Finals contestants enjoying some camaraderie waiting for the final results.

This page from top: Master Saddle Maker Nancy Martiny with the saddle she is building for the Fellowship Art Auction January 24th, during the 2020 Art of the Cowgirl; 2019 Art of the Cowgirl competitors Jymme Dominguez, Taylor Hurley and Monel Shelley in the Ranch Rodeo Finals; Master Fine Artist Shannon Lawlor painting her piece “Miss Nevada” that will be featured at the 2020 Art of the Cowgirl Event.

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FA M I LY FA R M Nestled in the hills of North Carolina is Generations Farm, a family farm steeped in a rich heritage spanning seven generations. The farm’s name was selected by owner Christian Cook to pay homage to those generations who have worked the land before him. Once a dairy operation run by his great-grandfather, the farm was transformed into an Arabian breeding and training center by his grandfather, Shannon Clark, beginning in 1982. A well-known figure in the local Arabian horse community, Clark instilled a deep passion for the horse and respect for the land itself in young Christian Cook’s heart.

Clark’s stallion Deamon Deacon (Del Taurean x Rose of Silver) sired many champions, one of the best being Deacons Karma, out of Kaydette (Sur Elite x Caesars Queen), a foundation mare who produced a number of regional winners. Karma was a truly versatile champion in halter and performance. Arek (Kaborr x Arabask, by Bask), purchased from Tom Chauncey’s Desert Arabians, was another early stallion for the farm. A third stallion used was Cashvan Baskin, a son of the immortal *Bask++ out of the Geym daughter, Varina. These were the horses that Christian Cook grew up loving and learning from, the horses that shaped his ideals and dreams.

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S H OW B U S I N E S S

A new phase in Christian’s young life began in 2010 when he received a spectacular gift for Christmas, the yearling gelding Aragonn (Aria Impresario x MFA Annies Song). “Aragonn was basically the horse that started me off in this industry,” Christian credits. “He was a Breeders Sweepstakes regional champion the previous year, and we did a lot of winning at the next year’s regionals; I think we had two unanimous wins that summer, which set us up for U.S. Nationals. It was the first year that there was a 2-year-old gelding championship, and it was also the first time that I competed at the national level, being only 14. It was incredible. We went Reserve National Champion and then we decided I would show him back in the junior gelding championship later in the show. I was competing against all of the top trainers and still ended up fourth at our first-ever Nationals!” That success did not go unnoticed by the other owners and trainers.

The next summer, Christian was still showing as an amateur, although several trainers asked him to show horses for them at the regionals. Christian and Aragonn won a reserve championship and top ten at the Youth Nationals that year then returned to Tulsa for the 2012 U.S. National Championships.

This time Christian got to cheer his horse on as Les Sichini presented Aragonn to the National Champion Futurity Gelding title. He remembers the pride and excitement of the moment. “I was so astonished to see Aragonn in first place when the cards were posted, I busted into tears,” he confides.

OV ERCO M I N G A DV ER S I T Y

At the end of 2015, Christian gave up his amateur status and began training professionally. “I’ve worked with some great mentors: Ted Carson, Michael Byatt, Austin Boggs and Bobby and David. I’m humbled to have gotten to where I am, but I did it with their help.” Then, in 2016, Christian suffered a potentially career-ending injury to his knee. It became apparent that major surgery would be required. It was a tricky procedure that resulted in a lengthy rehabilitation. Christian cut no corners, balancing many hours of physical therapy with a deepening interest in genetics and pedigree studies. He was determined to fight his way back to the show ring and to continue to develop the Generations Farm training and breeding programs.

On July 6, 2017 Christian ran into the show ring for the first time since his surgery, emerging with the regional reserve championship. It was a fantastic comeback. Christian appreciates the support he has received from everyone he’s met in the Arabian business, whether during hard times or good. He values those relationships and also relies on the strong team that he is developing at Generations Farm to allow him the time and energy to devote to the breeding side. Building on what he learned from his grandfather and coupled with his pedigree studies during rehab, Christian continues to carefully plan the next steps for Generations Farm.

ZADOK HR (ROL Intencyty x Princess Grace C) 2014 Bay Stallion, CHRISTIAN (in recovery), CHRISTIAN & HEIST

MARILENA (Versace x Miss Moraduke) 2001 Bay Mare GF NADIRS LEGACY (Qadar Nadir Samar x DA Satin Gold) 2019 Grey Colt DA SATIN GOLD (Legacy Of Gold x SF Wild Orchid) 1999 Bay Mare MAAXIMUS (Dakar El Jamaal x Chance To Star) 2001 Bay Stallion

P R E S ERV I N G T H E PA S T

Christian harbors a deep appreciation for vintage bloodlines and prefers to concentrate on them. “My focus is making a sound, functional horse that has a brain and could do anything the owner wants,” Cook states. “I will be crossing many different lines and trying to create the best horse for every discipline.” To that end, he is very excited to be welcoming a new stallion to Generations Farm who incorporates some of Christian’s favorite breeding horses—Dakar El Jamaal and Bey Shah—in his pedigree. That horse is Maaximus (Dakar El Jamaal x Chance to Star, a granddaughter of Bey Shah).

He had been looking for a son of Dakar to breed to and found Maaximus.

Foaled in 2001, Maaximus earned U.S. Top Ten honors as a stallion and futurity colt. Christian couldn’t believe his good fortune when he discovered that there was an opportunity to purchase Maax outright. The horse was exactly what he was looking for, a direct son of Dakar.

“We flew out to Colorado to meet Maax and his babies,” says Christian.

“When he and I saw each other, we just connected. It was so awesome, I even teared up. Because there was a bond, I can’t even tell you, it happened right then and there. It was like time was standing still. I knew this was The Horse.”

In addition to his beauty and conformation, Christian was charmed by Maax’s kind nature. “He’s so level-headed,” he stresses. “Because of it, there is some special work he will be doing in our local community as a therapy horse for kids and others in need.”

I N TO T H E F U T U R E

“My goal for the farm is to breed the best horses we can produce,” Christian reminds us. “I have a four-year plan that includes breeding 25 of the farm’s mares to Maaximus in 2020, with the remaining broodmares going to Zadok HR (ROL Intencyty x Princess Grace C) and Evalution (QR Marc x Eveangelique), a champion stallion owned by Josh and Jennifer Edwards. Zadok is a 2019 U.S. and Canadian National Top Ten Stallion and regional champion, and has already sired a regional winner. We think the stallions and their daughters will complement each other. I’m excited about so many of the crosses.

“I am so grateful to Laura Cronk for the opportunity of a lifetime in letting us purchase Maax, along with two of his daughters. It is huge for our future. Sharaas Dream (x Sharaa Bask, by TC Jabaskk), is from Maax’s first foal crop in 2007 and will go straight to breeding, while the 2018 filly Khaaliope HR (x Khalee Grace, by Padrons Psyche), Maax’s youngest purebred daughter, will be shown in 2020. There is a lot to look forward to.” Christian Cook has no doubt in his mind that the future generations he creates will add glory to the long heritage of Generations Farm.

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Beloveds Farm—The Land Created For Them

by Jenn Trickey “Your EYES tell you what a stallion APPEARS to be.

His PEDIGREE tells you what he SHOULD be.

His OFFSPRING tell you WHAT HE IS.” Words that sum it all up for Patricia Dempsey of Beloveds Farm when describing her now 7-year-old National Champion Stallion, Beloved One NA+. From 4-months-old, when the two met, Pat knew this weanling was special. And now, just seven years later, shines a group of horses in central Florida who are living proof of that insight.

“Beau,” as he is called by family, met expectations in every part of that statement. With only his first two foal crops on the ground out of the Beloveds Farm mares, this young stallion has proven himself with Championship titles won by all five of his foals at EVERY Regional show they attended.

Since this journey’s inception, Beau and his progeny have filled the glass walls of Beloveds Farm office with garlands, ribbons and trophies; an accumulation of honors recognized by the industry’s most renowned National and International judges.

His first foals joined our world in 2016—both fillies—one grey and the other bay, both marked with the bold charisma of their father. Beloveds Earth Angel (x Magnums Angel JD+) was well named, as everything about her is heaven sent.

With huge, liquid eyes, a neck that goes for miles and the cadence of a ballerina, “Angie” holds five Regional Championships to date, three of those decided unanimously.

(Ever After NA x Margarita PSY) Multi-National Champion

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Her stablemate, “Blessing” (Beloveds One Blessing) was born out of Rohara MarcAlyssa, by QR Marc. Her three titles were all won at the competitive Region 12 horse show, both as a yearling and a 2-year-old.

Three colts in a row graced the farm in 2017, and like their paternal sisters, made their show ring splash with tri-colored ribbons. “Mayo” (Beloveds Marc One, out of Rohara MarcAlyssa), was the first to show with a Top Five (3rd) in the extremely competitive Breeders World Cup in Las Vegas, followed by a 2018 Region 12 Championship and 2019 Reserve Championship.

Mayo’s brother, Beloveds ArchAngel, aka “Dude,” a full sibling to Beloveds Earth Angel, left the arena at his first show a reserve champion, only to return to Region 15 in 2019 with the crown of Unanimous Champion Jr. Stallion.

Rounding out the 2017 foal crop of Beloved One NA+ and out of Pat Dempsey’s band of

BELOVEDS EARTH ANGEL

mares is another future breeding stallion. Out of Multi-National Champion Valori TRF,

Beloved One NA+ × Magnums Angel JD+ 2018 Region 12 Unanimous Champion 2018 Spotlight Futurity Unanimous Champion 2017 Region 15 Unanimous Champion 2017 Spotlight Futurity Top 3

“BB” is short for Beloveds Behold, and behold they did! Tail curled right over his back, BB added to the show record for Beloved One Na+’s progeny list with another Unanimous Regional Championship at Region 15.

BELOVEDS ONE BLESSING So what do you do with an incredible group of winning horses with a trophy room overflowing with prizes? Why you bring them home and love them, of course. Beau, and the entire “Beloved Family” are spread across the green pastures of Lady Lake, Florida, with a beautiful life ahead of them; all exhibiting the extreme breeding quality foreseen

Beloved One NA+ × Rohara MarcAlyssa 2018 Region 12 Reserve Champion 2018 Spotlight Futurity Reserve Champion 2017 Region 12 Champion

BELOVEDS ARCHANGEL

from the beginning.

Beloved One NA+ × Magnums Angel JD+ 2019 Region 15 Unanimous Champion 2018 Region 12 Reserve Champion

In just for years of creation, this group of five offspring have achieved incredible success.

BELOVEDS BEHOLD

But it’s not about the ribbons and trophies that have decorated the quality at Beloveds

Beloved One NA+ × Valori TRF+ 2018 Region 15 Unanimous Champion

Farm; it’s something that goes way beyond.

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In each issue of 2020, Merit will be present somewhere in AHT. If you spot where Merit is "hiding", you can qualify for the prize drawing.

When you find Merit in each issue, simply send an email to envision@ahtimes.com.

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by Christy Egan

hether you are interested in tracking the AEPA Leading Money Earners, the Leading Breeders, the Leading Sires or the Leading Owners, the breeding formula for success with English-type Arabian show horses today is quite specific; the guidelines clearly marked. And there is little mystery as to why the Linigers of Maroon Fire Arabians, working with Tim and Marty Shea of Shea Stables, are operating the most consistently successful Arabian English-type breeding program in the industry today. Quite simply, they have the top combination of bloodlines to make it all happen.

In 2019, Afires Heir is number one on the list in AHT’s AEPA Purebred Leading Sire listings. Bred by Marty Shea, he is sired by Afire Bey V and out of a linebred *Bask++ mare with MHR Nobility for a grandsire on her dam’s side. Number two on the listing is Baske Afire, also sired by Afire Bey V out of a linebred *Bask++ mare with pure Polish bloodlines that include Priboj and Comet. IXL Noble Express+, Maroon Fire Arabian’s current senior stallion, is number three and is a son of MHR Nobility out of a top producing *El Ghazi daughter with *Bask++ on her tail-female line. A top sire of Arabian English winners, *El Ghazi is linebred to Witraz, the sire of

IXL Noble Express+

Afire Bey V

*Bask++, and was imported by Lasma Arabians to cross with that stallion’s daughters.

Next on the listing is Afire Bey V, Leading U.S. National Sire for decades and still a Leading Sire (four years after his passing), as well as the sire of almost all of the leading English Arabian sires listed. A son of Huckleberry Bey, Afire Bey V is out of *Bask++’s best producing daughter, Autumn Fire. Autumn Fire is the dam of nine national winners. Out of the 12 stallions listed (two are tied for 8th place and three for 9th), Afire Bey V and his stablemate IXL Noble Express+ account for nine (the last being an IXL Noble Express+ son out of an Afire Bey V daughter).

In addition to the inevitable Afire Bey V in the pedigree, the breeding mix for these winners commonly features Huckleberry Bey++ with *Bask++ breeding and a liberal addition of MHR Nobility crosses, as well as some very athletic Polish Arabian bloodlines (i.e. Comet, Witraz and Priboj).

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Certainly, a spectacular example of this “bloodline recipe for greatness” is 2017 AEPA AHT $100,000 Arabian Futurity National Champion, Inception. Sired by IXL Noble Express+ and out of Bonita Afire, by Afire Bey V, Inception is now a 3-time National Champion, following his 2017 Futurity win with a 2018 National Championship in the English Pleasure Junior Horse and a 2019 National Champion rose blanket in Park, all three titles by unanimous decision of the judges. Inception has two foal crops on the ground and is looking forward to his third group this coming year. Produced from some of the finest and most famous Arabian English mares in America, Inception’s oldest offspring will hopefully take some soul stirring show ring turns in 2021 and make their owners proud.

The top two 2019 AEPA Leading Breeders are Maroon Fire Arabians, followed

by Marty (and Tim) Shea. Of the AEPA Leading Money Earners, all but one of the thirteen listed are owned by Maroon Fire Arabians or sired by a Maroon Fire Arabians stallion or the son of one. Maroon Fire Arabians is the Leading Owner by payout as well, with a total just a few hundred dollars under $100,000.

Most certainly the Linigers and the Sheas will continue to show their support and inspirational winning ways for and within the AEPA, leading the way into a brilliant future for the finest in American English-type Arabian horses. n

Above: Tim and Marty Shea, Shea Stables; Dave and Gail Liniger, Maroon Fire Arabians Left: Inception and Joel Kiesner, 2017, 2018 & 2019 U.S. National Champion.

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Welcome SF Specs Shocwave x SF Sweet Elegance

We are proud to announce on behalf of breeder/owner LA Flynn, SF Aftershoc will be managed by and standing at stud with Rohara Arabians. —John Rannenberg

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In 2019 at the U.S. Nationals, Aftershoc was among the top Leading Sires.

With a total of 11 Champion/Reserve and 18 Top Ten wins, we congratulate the owners, riders and trainers.

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SD Graceland

Life Inthe Fazt Lane

CP Tiny Danzer

Best Of My Love

Are You In It To Win It?

For the past ten years, Multi-National Champion Vegaz has produced the exciting quality needed to win big.

He’s the perfect complement to today’s best mares and offers a full house to your breeding program!

CP Dance Til Dawn

Huckleberry Bey April Charm Apollopalooza TF Magical Witch MHR Nobility Hour Of Magic Elimar MHR Nobility SMS Forever Bay Har Nahra NDL Bettina Eter Bufa AA Apollo Bey

Standing at Chrishan Park Arabians | Owned by The Vegaz Partnership Stud Fee $3,500 | Call Chris Wilson 417.761.2031

www.Vegaz.com

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Vegaz Show Stopper

MultiNational Champion

SF Top Notch

Tommy Bahama PF

EF Viva La Vegaz Deucez Wild CCF

CSP Danze Tothe Music

VEGAZ

Supreme Show Horse, Superior Sire

BY T HE R E S A C A R DA MONE

The cheers from the crowd were deafening as the judges at the 2010 United States National English Pleasure Championship called for a work-off between the top two competitors. Vegaz had won the 2006 U.S. National Champion English Pleasure Futurity title and was also the unanimous 2008 English Pleasure Junior Horse. Going headto-head against him was the reigning 3-time unanimous champion Afires Heir in his show ring finale. In a final round that is remembered as the best of all time, Vegaz pushed his nemesis to the limit and secured the title of Reserve National Champion.

That 2010 work-off remains one of the most talked-about moments in Arabian show horse history. It was not only a display of awesome talent; it was a glimpse into the future, as both stallions have emerged as significant sires of national performance champions formed in their own image. With 553 registered foals, Afires Heir has an enviable pool to pull from. But, with only 185 get of his own, Vegaz can claim an equal or better percentage as a sire.

Just one year after the memorable final, Vegaz (Apollopalooza x SMS Forever Bay) had his first national title-winner in CSP Mister Vegaz, the 2011 U.S. Reserve National Champion Half-Arabian Country English Pleasure Futurity horse bred by trainer Chris Wilson. That was just the beginning. To date, Vegaz has sired 23 individual horses who have earned 54 National Champion and Reserve titles (U.S., Canada, Youth). At times, his influence at the top is staggering.

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In 2015, Vegaz dominated the Amateur Maturity division, siring the unanimous U.S. National Champion English Pleasure AAOTR Maturity horse, SD Graceland, as well as the Reserve National Champion, Man About Vegaz VA, and two more of the Top Five in the class. To top it off, he also sired the U.S. National Champion Country English Pleasure AAOTR Maturity winner, CP Dance Til Dawn! Fast forward to the 2019 U.S. Nationals—Vegaz get won five national championships and three reserves. Life Inthe Fazt Lane was the Reserve National Champion in open English Pleasure with CSP Adriana finishing right behind him in third place. She was also a unanimous section winner in the 40 & Over English Pleasure. Two of the national championships were earned by SD Graceland, who was listed by AHT as the “winningest Purebred English horse in 2018.”

Trainer Ryan Strand showed the Vegaz daughter Best of My Love to the 2019 U.S. National Champion Country Pleasure Driving title. “Vegaz has been a game-changer for my business,” he avers. “He adds a little more hind leg, a little more strength—things that the breed is in dire need of. As I travel to look at horses, I am also seeing extremely nice young horses from Vegaz daughters. The history books will show him to be both an outstanding sire of show horses and of the broodmares who produce them.”

BEST OF MY LOVE (x River Dance NA), 2019 U.S. National Champion Country Pleasure Driving, owned by Janna O'Neill.

During the nationals, Ken Knipe, Doug Schultz, and Chris Wilson began to develop a plan to form a partnership that would bring Vegaz back to the care of his former trainer, Chris. It was a move that cemented a longtime friendship between the three men. All three have been involved with the horse from the beginning and Chris is grateful to have Vegaz back home again. “This is a reunion of friends,” he says, “brought together through this special horse. We all love him and appreciate him.”

Doug Schultz explains, “Our wonderful friendship definitely is the story. I knew Chris, and when I bred my first mare to Vegaz in 2008, my friendship with Ken got started. We’re excited about the Vegaz offspring that are making their names as show horses. It’s been very rewarding for those of us who have been fans of his for a long time and he is the catalyst for why we put the partnership together.” Ken Knipe couldn’t agree more. “Because of this amazing stallion, I have had many great friends brought into my life,” he relates. “Our new collaboration cements two of my closest friends into a partnership, and now the three of us get to cheer on the Vegaz offspring at shows together. Nothing could be better!”

SF TOP NOTCH (x Mona), 2019 U.S. National Champion H/A Country English Pleasure AAOTR 55 & Over, with owner Carol Skeuse-Hart.

Doug recalls how a conversation between friends changed everything.

“We were sitting together this year in Tulsa,” he says, “going over the possibilities of putting a partnership together and bringing him back home to CSP, not only for us to enjoy and to breed, but to elevate the awareness of what Vegaz is doing as a sire. Now that it’s a reality, I really can’t tell you how much we have enjoyed these last weeks,” says Doug.

“The opportunity for the three of us to work together again is absolutely wonderful. It’s kept us smiling for a lot of days!”

No doubt as the next generations of his descendants hit the show ring, Vegaz will keep the three men, and all of his other fans, smiling for many years to come. ■

SD GRACELAND (x Empress Of Bask), 2019 2x U.S. National Champion Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR 19-39 and Pleasure Driving AAOTD, with owner Lindsay O'Reilly French.

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English Baske Afire

A Tradition At Strawberry Banks

Overall Leading Sire at 2019 U.S. Nationals Arabian and Half-Arabian Performance and Halter Winners We invite you to visit and find your next champion sired by Baske Afire, A Temptation & Hey Hallelujah.

Strawberry Banks Farm Barbara Chur, owner | Brian Murch, trainer, cell: 716.983.3099 | Lance Lewis, asst. trainer 716.652.9346 | East Aurora, New York | info@strawberrybanksfarm.com

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FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION Black Daniels x My Long Song, by Allience 2011 Black Stallion | 15.2 Hands Sweepstakes | AEPA Enrolled SCID and CA Clear

erengeti U.S. NATIONAL TOP TENS • 2017 Arabian Park Horse Open • 2016 Arabian English Pleasure Junior Horse • 2015 AEPA Arabian Horse Times $100,000 Arabian Saddle Seat Futurity • 2014 Arabian English Pleasure Futurity

QH SERENA

QH Serengeti x Style’s Dream On (ASB) 3-Year-Old Filly 2019 U.S. Reserve National Champion HA/AA 2-Year-Old Filly

QH SCARLETT

QH Serengeti x Style’s Dream On (ASB) 4-Year-Old H/A Mare Heading to the 2020 Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show

QH DESERT STORM

QH Serengeti x Style’s Dream On (ASB) 5-Year-Old H/A Gelding 2019 Region 16 Champion CEP Jr. Horse

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Heirs Noble Love Afires Heir x Noble Aphroditie

2019 U.S. NATIONAL UNANIMOUS CHAMPION ENGLISH PLEASURE Proudly owned & bred by Karlton & Mary Ann Jackson

Saxton DGL

Afires Heir x Sweet Summer Fire

2019 U.S. NATIONAL UNANIMOUS CHAMPION PLEASURE DRIVING

Proudly owned by Russ & Sheri Lindmark Bred by Maroon Fire Arabians, Inc.

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KT Mahalo

Afires Heir x SA Gisele

2019 U.S. NATIONAL UNANIMOUS CHAMPION AEPA $100,000 SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY Proudly owned by 6D Ranch, LTD Bred by Joel and Ashton Kiesner

Revelryz

Afires Heir x Zootopia

2019 U.S. NATIONAL CHAMPION ENGLISH PLEASURE JR. HORSE Proudly owned by White Rock Farms, Inc. Bred by Shawn and Carmelle Rooker

Inheiritor

Afires Heir x Sweet Summer Fire

2019 U.S. NATIONAL CHAMPION ENGLISH PLEASURE FUTURITY Proudly owned by Candace Avery Bred by Maroon Fire Arabians, Inc.

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WWW.AFIRESHEIR.COM Proudly owned by Bill & Shirley Reilich Contact Kiesner Training 865.984.5245 Multi-Program Nominated Sire | SCID Clear

Proudly owned by Conway Arabians Lori & Peter Conway ConwayArabians.com Multi-Futurity Program Nominated For breeding information call Lori Conway at 507.202.4440 Ashton Kiesner at 865.556.0412 Standing at Kiesner Training Louisville, TN | KiesnerTraining.com

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Elimar Har Nahra El Ghazi RL Rah Fire Bask Brass Tsanar MHR Nobility EE Msindependence Miss Wisdom

MHR Nobility IXL Noble Express RY Fire Ghazi Brassmis

JK HEIRISTOCRACY ~ 2013

ATHENA SMA ~ 2016

SAXTON DGL ~ 2015

BRAVE AND NOBLE ~ 2008

HEIRS NOBLE LOVE ~ 2013

KW MICAH ~ 2019

RGT MERCURY RISING ~ 2017

NUTTIN BUT CHROME ~ 2018

SIN CITY ~ 2007

BEL HEIR LR ~ 2012

NOBLES HEIR ~ 2015 INCEPTION ~ 2017

NOBLE FFYRE ~ 2014

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Afires Heir

Afire Bey V Brassmis

Afire Bey V Sweet Summer Fire Primroza

Huckleberry Bey Autumn Fire Brass EE Msindependence Huckleberry Bey Autumn Fire Bask Clasix Patraza

Proudly owned by Russ & Sheri Lindmark For breeding information contact Kiesner Training Ashton Kiesner 865-556-0412 www.KiesnerTraining.com

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Zodiac Matador Mamage

CF Fire Magic Baske Afire

KW Sapphire

Ames Frolic

Proudly bred & owned by Kingswood Farms For breeding information contact Kiesner Training Ashton Kiesner 865-556-0412 www.KiesnerTraining.com

Bask RO Fanciray Ariston Fourwinds Tempest Afire Bey V Mac Baske Brass Flames Frolic

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SR DIVINE AMULET ROL Divine Style+ x CP Cameo,

by MHR Nobility

Afire Bey V

Huckleberry Bey++ Autumn Fire

IXL Miss Firefly

MHR Nobility RY Fire Ghazi

Bay El Bey++ Taffona *Bask++ Sparklingburgundy *Elimar Har Nahra *El Ghazi RL Rah Fire

Congratulations and thank you to the new and returning breeders choosing ROL Divine Style+ for your mares.

The consistency of talent, quality, and good mindedness stamped on his foals has us looking forward to another incredible foal crop.

AMES DIVINE ROL Divine Style+ x Julietta Ames, by Afires Heir

SR PRESTIGIOUS ROL Divine Style+ x Pristalina, by Presidio CF

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Nutcracker’s Nirvana WGC

Undulata's Nutcracker x Kingwood's Harlem Harlem AEPA Enrolled Sire

Sire of 3 U.S. National Championship and 11 National Top Ten award winners.

NUTTIN BUTA G THANG Champion AEPA Equine Athlete $50,000 Half-Arabian Saddle Seat Futurity

NIRVS OF STEEL PF Champion Half-Arabian Country English Pleasure Select AATR

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welcomes the stallion power of Multi-National Champion Sire VJ Royal Heir, and invites you to discuss the incredible contribution he will make to your breeding program.

Standing at:

Multi-Program Nominated Sire Afires Heir x MA Ghazta Trot, by El Ghazi For breeding information call Jim Stachowski: Cell: 330.603.2116 | Farm: 330.274.2494 info@stachowski.com Kelli Aguirre 561.358.4118 SouthernOaksFarmLLC.com

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AEPA Futurities

THE ARABIAN ENGLISH PERFORMANCE ASSOCIATION with Peter Conway, President 2020 marks the 13th year of running the $100,000 and $50,000 AEPA Futurities.

At the 2019 U.S. Nationals, we had a great audience for the pattern classes and without question, the quality of horses was the deepest ever. We expect that this year will also rise to a new level.

As President of the AEPA, I can confidently say, we work to be as transparent as possible and make sure that any questions that arise are reviewed and addressed immediately.

Given that people questioned the “order of go” computer generated results from last year, we have decided to hold a public drawing this year. We will schedule a time for the drawing and also to hear any input from owners, trainers, and stallion owners on how to continue improving the program.

I am very proud of the AEPA and the impact it is having on our English division. Anyone paying attention can see the trend towards ever more gifted horses.

A huge THANK YOU to all the stallion owners that enroll their stallions and make this whole thing work.

Please buy a breeding in the upcoming AEPA Stallion Services Auction January 17th-27th, and support these National classes and the Buckeye and Scottsdale Amateur classes. Simply breed to an enrolled sire and the foal is in the program; no extra paperwork or fees involved.

Every dollar raised in the Auction goes strictly to prize money. On top of that, the foals that are the result of an auction breeding can win an extra 25% prize money in the $100,000 class at U.S. Nationals.

Not a breeder? Buy horses that were sired by enrolled stallions and you are eligible for the classes.

Finally, I would like to thank our sponsors. Arabian Horse Times and Equine Athlete Veterinary Services support our National classes and are instrumental in making this possible. Conway Arabians is honored to support the Maturities alongside Strawberry Banks Farm and thank you to Freedman’s Saddlery, for their corporate support.

The AEPA was created to serve breeders and to promote the Arabian English Performance horse. Get involved, breed wonderful horses, enjoy the competition and have these horses in your life!

Board of Directors

Lara Ames

Barbara Chur

Peter Conway

Joel Kiesner

Brian Murch

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John Ryan

Irwin Schimmel

Tim Shea

Arabian English PErformance Association

A Temptation (deceased)

Afire Bey V(deceased)

Barcelona BF

Baske Afire (deceased)

(Tempter x A Love Song)

(Fire And Goldd x Cordoba BF)

(Huckleberry Bey x Autumn Fire)

(Afire Bey V x Mac Baske)

DA Tripolli

(Afire Bey V x Brassmis)

Baskghazi

Afires Vision (Afire Bey V x Matoskette)

(Baske Afire x RY Fire Ghazi)

(IXL Noble Express x Brassmis)

Coltrane SS

CSP Barbancourt

Dealerz Choice

El Ghazi

Fire and Goldd

HA Toskcan Sun

Hey Hallelujah (deceased)

(Vegaz x Dina Mite SA)

(Triften x Berry Flirtatious)

GSF Rizing Son (Apollopalooza x PWA Tusea)

Afires Heir

H Mobility H

(MHR Nobility x RY Fire Ghazi)

(Baske Afire x Matoska)

(Aloes x Elektra)

(Huckleberry Bey x Hallelujah Bask)

(Mamage x CSP Angelfire)

(Afire Bey V x Brassmis)

Imperator DGL

(Afires Heir x Sweet Summer Fire)

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AEPA Futurities

2020 Enrolled Sires

Inception

(IXL Noble Express x Bonita Afire)

IXL Noble Express (MHR Nobility x RY Fire Ghazi)

Nobilistic BF

Schatzberg

QH Serengeti

(Black Daniels x My Love Song)

Rrapture

(SF Specs Shocwave x DD My Dance)

KW Micah

(Mamage x KW Sapphire)

Nugghat VF

Life Inthe Fazt Lane (Vegaz x River Dance NA)

Patrriot

Man About Vegaz VA (Vegaz x Moonbeam DGL)

Prosuasion

(MHR Nobility x Love Of Wisdom)

(TF Psymreekhe x Nughayma)

(Rrapture x Showthyme WCA)

(SF Specs Shocwave x MZ Kitty)

Rightful Heir CA

ROL Divine Style

Royal Flush DGL

Royal Nobility

(Afires Heir x MA Ghazta Trot)

Rrebellion

(Rrapture x Tosk Bey)

(Afire Bey V x IXL Miss Firefly)

(Vegaz x Reanna Afire)

Saxton DGL

(Afires Heir x Sweet Summer Fire)

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(VJ Royal Heir x Joleen WB)

SF Aftershoc

(SF Specs Shocwave x SF Sweet Elegance)

SF Specs Shocwave

SF The Patriot

The Lion Hearted

The Renaissance

(Afire Bey V x Spectra PR)

(Apollopalooza x Brassmis)

Vegaz

(Apollopalooza x SMS Forever Bay)

(Allience x Spectra PR)

(ML Afire Dream x Fire Essense)

VJ Royal Heir

(Afires Heir x MA Ghazta Trot)

Special Thyme

Tempezst

Photography by KRae

2020 Enrolled Sires

The Finest

(Pryme Thyme x Chance to Dazzle)

(Audacious PS x Contezsa)

(IXL Noble Express x Afire and Finesse)

Thee Donald

Thunder Struck LR

VCP Magnifire

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ASB/DHH/ Crossbred Enrolled Sires

(SF Aftershoc x Ghazis Flaminstar)

(SF Specs Shocwave x Berre Striking)

(Afires Heir x Play Girl MSC)

(Afire Bey V x RY Fire Ghazi)

Arrowhead’s Unlike Any Other (ASB)

(Wine Women And Song x Miss Moriarty)

ASB/DHH/Crossbred Enrolled Sires

Graaf Kelly (DHH) (Manno x Wiskelly)

Hiro T

(DHH) (Cizandro x Darona T)

Mystery Man LR (Crossbred) (Heartland Brass x Vesper Lynd)

Noble Braveheart (ASB) (Callaway’s Northern Kiss x Fort Chiswell’s Retained Assets)

Nutcracker’s Nirvana (ASB) (Undulata’s Nutcracker x Kingwood’s Harlem Harlem)

*Subject to change.

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AEPA Futurities

Over $196,000

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2019 CHAMPION

2019 CHAMPION

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NUTTIN BUTA G THANG

(Afires Heir x SA Gisele) Ex: James Stachowski | O: 6D Ranch Ltd. B: Joel and Ashton Kiesner

(Nutcracker’s Nirvana x Noble Halo) Ex: James Stachowsk | Victory pass: Ashley Roberts O: Gordon, Georgeen or Sarah Sneath | B: Hart Farms LLC

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OH DANCING ON HEIR

(Afires Heir x DD My Dance) Ex/O: Lindsay O’Reilly French | B: 5 G & M LTD Partnership

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(SF Specs Shocwave x HF Luck Bea Lady) Ex/O: Laura Carrington | B: Prestige Farms LLC

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THE 2007-2019 ARABIAN ENGLISH PERFORMANCE ASSOCIATION’S

Arabian and Half-Arabian Saddle Seat & Country Pleasure Maturity AOTR

In its fifth year, payouts totaling $118,000 have been given out to Country Pleasure Maturity AOTR winners at the Ohio Buckeye Sweepstakes and Scottsdale Show, and since its inception in 2007, the open Saddle Seat Futurity Program has paid out over $1.675 million. In all, the AEPA has paid out nearly $2 million in AEPA-related classes!

AEPA Leading Money Earners 1. BRAVE AND NOBLE –

GSF INSIDER – Champion - $30,000

Champion - $40,000

2008 ARABIAN ENGLISH FUTURITY CLASSIC AT SCOTTSDALE Sire: IXL Noble Express, H: Joel Kiesner, O/B: Marty Shea

ROL FIRE MIST – Champion - $40,000

2010 AEPA ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY Sire: Baske Afire, H: Brian Murch O: Strawberry Banks Farm,Breeder: R O Lervick Arabians

SF AFTERSHOC – Champion - $40,000

2009 AEPA ARABIANS SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY Sire: SF Specs Shocwave, H: Peter Stachowski, O/B: Alicia Guzman Pace

SIN CITY – Champion - $40,000

2007 ARABIAN ENGLISH FUTURITY CLASSIC AT SCOTTSDALE Sire: Baske Afire, H: Joel Kiesner O: Joseph Kinnarney, Breeder: Venture Farms, Inc.

5. NOBLE FFYRE – Champion - $36,000

In-Hand ($6,000) and Saddle Seat ($30,000)

2018 AEPA $100,000 ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY Sire: Afires Heir, H: Shawn Rooker O: Kimberley Munro, Breeder: Nick and Juliet Carden

HEIRS NOBLE LOVE – Champion - $30,000

2013 AEPA $100,000 ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY Sire: Afires Heir, H: Joel Kiesner O/B: T. Karlton Jackson

INCEPTION – Champion - $30,000

2017 AEPA ARABIAN HORSE TIMES $100,000 ARABIAN ENGLISH FUTURITY Sire: IXL Noble Express, H: Joel Kiesner, O/B: Maroon Fire Arabians, Inc.

KT MAHALO – Champion - $30,000

2019 AEPA $100,000 ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY Sire: Afires Heir, H: James Stachowski, O: 6D Ranch Ltd., Breeder: Joel and Ashton Kiesner

MOVIN ON HEIR WA – Champion - $30,000

2011 AEPA BUCKEY YEARLING IN-HAND FUTURITY 2014 AEPA $100,000 ARABIAN FUTURITY Sire: IXL Noble Express, H:Allen Zeller/ Joel Kiesner, O/B: Maroon Fire Arabians, Inc.

2016 AEPA $100,000 ARABIAN ENGLISH FUTURITY Sire: Afires Heir, H: James Stachowski, O/B: Whispers Acres, Inc.

6. BEL HEIR LR – Champion - $30,000

2015 AEPA $100,000 ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY Sire: Baskghazi, H: James Stachowski, O: Falan Alpert, Breeder: Rodney and Jacqueline Thompson

2012 AEPA $100,000 ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY Sire: Afires Heir, H: Joel Kiesner, O: William Blankenship, Breeder: Lindsay Rinehart

SUPREME SENSATION SMP – Champion - $30,000

CP SHENANIGAN – Champion - $30,000

2011 AEPA ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY Sire: Anza Padron, H: James Stachowski, O: Katherine Kirby, Breeder: California State Polytechnic Univ.

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AEPA Futurities

Baske Afire

IXL Noble Express

Afires Heir

Afire Bey V

AEPA Leading Sires

by Number of Winners

1. Afires Heir . . . . . . . . . 39 2. Baske Afire . . . . . . . . . 37 3. IXL Noble Express . . . . . 30 4. Afire Bey V . . . . . . . . . 28 5. SF Specs Shocwave . . . . . 12 Vegaz . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 6. Black Daniels . . . . . . . . . 9 7. VCP Magnifire . . . . . . . . 8 SF Aftershoc . . . . . . . . . 8 8. Apollopalooza . . . . . . . . 5 Mamage . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Noble Way . . . . . . . . . . 5

by Payout

1. Afires Heir . . . . . .$369,500 2. Baske Afire . . . . . .$307,500 3. IXL Noble Express . . $255,500 4. Afire Bey V . . . . . $146,500 5. SF Specs Shocwave . . $82,000 6. Black Daniels . . . . . $64,250 7. Vegaz . . . . . . . . . $63,000 8. Apollopalooza . . . . $41,500 9. SF Aftershoc . . . . . $39,250 10. Mamage . . . . . . . $35,250

by Points Champion = 10 pts.,

Reserve = 8 pts., Top Ten = 5 pts.

1. Afires Heir . . . . . . . . 265 2. Baske Afire . . . . . . . . 248 3. IXL Noble Express . . . . 219 4. Afire Bey V . . . . . . . . 181 5. SF Specs Shocwave . . . . . 88 6. Vegaz . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 7. Black Daniels . . . . . . . . 53 8. SF Aftershoc . . . . . . . . 45 VCP Magnifier . . . . . . . 45 9. Apollopalooza . . . . . . . . 41

AEPA Leading Breeders

by Number of Winners

1. Maroon Fire Arabians, Inc. 18 2. Marty (and Tim) Shea . . . 17 3. Prestige Farms LLC. . . . . 16 4. Conway Arabians, Inc . . . 11 5. Cedar Ridge Farm . . . . . 10 Lindsay Rinehart . . . . . . 10 Smoky Mountain Park Arabians10 6. Nick and Juliet Carden . . . . 9 7. Vicki Humphrey . . . . . . . 8 8. Cal Poly Pomona . . . . . . . 7 Strawberry Banks Farm . . . . 7

by Payout

1. Maroon Fire Arabians, Inc.$183,750 2. Marty (and Tim) Shea $119,00 3. Nick and Juliet Carden$101,500 4. Prestige Farms LLC . $77,750 5. Lindsay Rinehart . . . $70,000 6. R.O. Lervick Arabians $66,000 7. Cal Poly Pomona . . . $64,500 8. Cedar Ridge Farm . . $62,000 9. Smoky Mountain Park Arabians . . . . $54,250 10. Venture Farms, Inc. . $53,500

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by Points Champion = 10 pts.,

Reserve = 8 pts., Top Ten = 5 pts.

1. Maroon Fire Arabians, Inc. 144 2. Marty (and Tim) Shea . . 109 3. Prestige Farms LLC . . . .103 4. Lindsay Rinehart . . . . . . 68 5. Conway Arabians, Inc. . . . 64 6. Nick and Juliet Carden . . . 63 Smoky Mountain Park Arabians . . . . . . . . 63 7. Cal Poly Pomona . . . . . . 58 8. Cedar Ridge Farm . . . . . 56 9. Vicki Humphrey . . . . . . 51

Maroon Fire Arabians - Dave & Gail Liniger, Marty & Tim Shea

Joel Kiesner

Conway Arabians, Inc. - Peter & Lori Conway

AEPA Leading Trainers

by Number of Winners

1. Joel Kiesner . . . . . . . . . 22 2. James Stachowski . . . . . . 17 3. Gabe DeSoto . . . . . . . . 12 4. Shawn Rooker . . . . . . . 11 5. Jessica Clinton . . . . . . . 10 6. Rob Bick . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Dalton Budd . . . . . . . . . 8 John Diedrich . . . . . . . . 8 Peter Stachowski . . . . . . . 8 7. Michael Miller . . . . . . . . 7 Jonathan Ramsay . . . . . . . 7

by Payout

1. Joel Kiesner . . . . . .$347,250 2. James Stachowski . . $245,750 3. Shawn Rooker . . . . $113,750 4. Jessica Clinton . . . . $80,750 5. Gabe DeSoto . . . . . $72,000 Peter Stachowski . . . $72,000 6. Brian Murch . . . . . $57,000 7. Dalton Budd . . . . . $43,250 8. Joel Gangi . . . . . . $40,500 9. John Golladay . . . . . $39,500

by Points Champion = 10 pts.,

Reserve = 8 pts., Top Ten = 5 pts.

1. Joel Kiesner . . . . . . . . .171 2. James Stachowski . . . . . .132 3. Shawn Rooker . . . . . . . 71 4. Jessica Clinton . . . . . . . . 61 5. Gabe DeSoto . . . . . . . . 60 6. John Diedrich . . . . . . . . 49 7. Rob Bick . . . . . . . . . . 45 Peter Stachowski . . . . . . 45 8. Michael Miller . . . . . . . 41 9. Dalton Budd . . . . . . . . 40

AEPA Leading Owners

by Number of Winners 1. Conway Arabians, Inc. . . . 17 2. Maroon Fire Arabians, Inc. 9 Smoky Mountain Park Arabians . . . . . . . . 9 3. Cedar Ridge Farm . . . . . 8 4. Strawberry Banks Farm . . . 7 5. Boisvert Farms LLC . . . . . 6 Starline Arabians LLC . . . . 6 6. Elvin Berkheimer . . . . . . 4 Tracy Dowson . . . . . . . . 4 Lois Skeeles . . . . . . . . . 4 Victoria Arabians LLC . . . 4

by Payout 1. Maroon FireArabians, Inc.$99,250 2. Conway Arabians, Inc $69,750 3. Strawberry Banks Farm $64,500 4. Starline Arabians LLC $57,000 5. Joseph Kinnarney . . . $55,000 6. 6D Ranch Ltd. . . . . $52,500 7. Whispers Acres, Inc. . $51,000 8. Cedar Ridge Farm . . $48,250 9. Karlton Jackson . . . . $45,000 10.Boisvert Farms LLC . $40,500

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by Points Champion = 10 pts., Reserve = 8 pts., Top Ten = 5 pts.

1. Conway Arabians, Inc. . . 104 2. Maroon Fire Arabians, Inc. 75 3. Smoky Mountain Park Arabians . . . . . . . . 61 4. Starline Arabians LLC . . . 47 5. Cedar Ridge Arabians . . . 46 6. Strawberry Banks Farm . . 45 7. Boisvert Farms LLC . . . . 33 Lori Foster . . . . . . . . . 33 8. 6D Ranch Ltd. . . . . . . . 28 Katherine Kirby . . . . . . . 28

AEPA Futurities

Arabian English PErformance Association CHAMPIONS FROM THE PAST 2018 $20,000 STRAWBERRY BANKS FARM COUNTRY PLEASURE MATURITY AOTR

2018 $100,000 ARABIAN HORSE TIMES ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2018 CHAMPION

2018 CHAMPION

CP MANIFESTO

(H Mobility H x Afire Charmm) Ex/O: Katherine Kirby | B: Cal Poly Pomona

NUTTIN BUT CHROME

(Afires Heir x PWA Tusea) Ex: Shawn Rooker | O: Kimberley Munro B: Nick and Juliet Carden

2017 $100,000 ARABIAN HORSE TIMES ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2017 CHAMPION

2017 CHAMPION

(Vegaz x Sweet Airianna D) Ex/O: Linda McArthur-Conish

2018 CHAMPION

GSF INSIDER

2017 $20,000 STRAWBERRY BANKS FARM COUNTRY PLEASURE MATURITY AOTR

IRONN MAIDENN

2018 $50,000 EQUINE VETERINARY SERVICES HALF-ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

(Undulata’s Nutcracker x SA Gisele) Ex: Joel Kiesner, B/O: Starline Arabians LLC

2017 $50,000 EQUINE VETERINARY SERVICES HALF-ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

INCEPTION

(IXL Noble Express x Bonita Afire) Ex: Joel Kiesner, O: Maroon Fire Arabians, Inc.

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2017 CHAMPION

RGT MERCURY RISING

(Afire Bey V x Styling Time) Ex: Joel Kiesner, O: Joseph Kinnarney & Bradley Marlow

Arabian English PErformance Association 2016 $20,000 BUCKEYE AEPA COUNTRY PLEASURE MATURITY AOTR

2016 $100,000 ARABIAN HORSE TIMES ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2016 $50,000 HALCON FURNITURE HALF-ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2016 CHAMPION

2016 CHAMPION

(Afires Heir x A Blessing) Ex: Matt Huke, O: Megan Huke

(Afires Heir x The Way She Moves) Ex: James Stachowski, O: Whispers Acres, Inc.

(Baske Afire x Only Girl In Town) Ex: Jessica Clinton, O: Leslie Palmer Garvis

2015 $20,000 BUCKEYE AEPA COUNTRY PLEASURE MATURITY AOTR

2015 $100,000 ARABIAN HORSE TIMES ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2015 $50,000 HALCON FURNITURE HALF-ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2015 CHAMPION

2015 CHAMPION

(Baskghazi x A Love Supreme) Ex: James Stachowski, O: Falan Alpert

(Black Daniels x Laurel Hill Pennies From Heaven) Ex: Sharon Blendinger, O: Joseph & Alisa Mertens

2016 CHAMPION

HOT HEIR PF

2015 CHAMPION

EVG TRIDAN

(Triften x CP Dansing Diva) Ex:/O: Lori Foster

MOVIN ON HEIR WA

SUPREME SENSATION SMP

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GIRL ON FIRE

BAYONCE

AEPA Futurities

CHAMPIONS from the past

2014 $100,000 ARABIAN HORSE TIMES ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2014 CHAMPION

NOBLE FFYRE

(IXL Noble Express x Foxy Afire) Ex: Joel Kiesner, O: Maroon Fire Arabians, Inc.

2014 $50,000 HALCON FURNITURE HALF-ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2014 CHAMPION

DAVINCI REFLECTION WA

(SF Aftershoc x The Davinci Code) Ex: James Stachowski, O: Whispers Acres, Inc.

2013 $50,000 HALCON FURNITURE HALF-ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2012 $100,000 AEPA ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2013 CHAMPION

2012 CHAMPION

(Baske Afire x Kalarama’s Celeste) Ex: James Stachowski, O: Kimberly Jarvis

(Afires Heir x JKF Wistful) Ex: Joel Kiesner, O: William Blankenship

A THOUSAND STARS

BEL HEIR LR

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2013 $100,000 ARABIAN HORSE TIMES ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2013 CHAMPION

HEIRS NOBLE LOVE

(Afires Heir x Noble Aphroditie) Ex: Joel Kiesner, O: T. Karlton Jackson

2012 50,000 HALCON FURNITURE HALF-ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2012 CHAMPION

NUTCRACKER SWEET PF

(Undulata’s Nutcracker x Ames Deja Vu) Ex: James Stachowski, O: 6D Ranch Ltd.

Arabian English PErformance Association CHAMPIONS from the past

2011 $100,000 ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2010 $100,000 ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2010 ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT MATURITY

2010 CHAMPION

2010 CHAMPION

(Baske Afire x Firlite DGL) Ex: Brian Murch, O: Strawberry Banks Farm

(IXL Noble Express x Mystic Bey V) Ex: Jill Sherman, O: The Martin L. Sherman Jr. Family Trust

2011 CHAMPION

CP SHENANIGAN

ROL FIRE MIST

(Anza Padron x CP Dance Card) Ex: James Stachowski, O: Katherine Kirby

2009 $100,000 ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2009 CHAMPION

SF AFTERSHOC

(SF Specs Shocwave x SF Sweet Elegance) Ex: Peter Stachowski, O: Alicia Guzman Pace

2009 ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT MATURITY

2009 CHAMPION

GSF AMBIENZE

(Apollopalooza x PWA Tusea) Ex: Juliet Carden, O: Nick and Juliet Carden

2008 $100,000 ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

EXPRESSAMO

2007 $100,000 ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

2008 CHAMPION

2007 CHAMPION

(IXL Noble Express x Sweet Bravada Bey V) Ex: Joel Kiesner, O: Marty Shea

(Baske Afire x Las Veghaz) Ex: Shawn Rooker, O: Joseph Kinnarney

BRAVE AND NOBLE

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OPINION OF LARA AMES

The Cost Of Showing Horses I’ve shown horses all my life, and it’s meant so much to me that I’d like everyone else to enjoy it too. However, I’m aware that showing horses comes with a price tag that enthusiasts don’t face in, say, tennis or soccer. Of course, partnership with a horse provides untold benefits that those in other sports will never know—but that’s another story.

The fact is, the cost of showing horses is often a shell shocker for newcomers. So, let’s break the expenses down.

Board, maintenance, training. While a trainer’s monthly bill may seem high, I think most people who own or run a business can understand the many factors that go into charges. Trainers have costs that must be covered.

Considering the basics: a barn, at least one riding ring, and the land around it must be kept in good running order and insured; feed and bedding must be provided for the horses in residence; and the horses have to be trained, a very time-consuming job. Those are all pretty much fixed costs. While a trainer might like to drop a horse’s board bill, he or she has little control over, say, the price of hay.

It’s not inexpensive.

Vet and farrier. A horse must be kept in good health and physical condition. We are asking them to compete as professional athletes (a rider may be an amateur, but his or her horse isn’t—this is their job). It’s helpful to plan out your show year in consultation not only with your trainer, but with your vet too, because issues or problems the horse has must be dealt with promptly or on an ongoing basis.

Waiting until the last night before a show can not only run your cost up, but possibly knock your horse out of a show. It’s also useful to put together a budget that covers veterinarian and farrier costs, to make sure that you’re comfortable with what you expect to spend in the coming year. Your checkbook gets a workout.

Fees—registrations and nominations. Our show scene has become so comprehensive that it’s no surprise when newcomers get confused. Many of the best classes are futurities or competitions that otherwise require nominations by stallion and mare owners. It’s a large cost for farms, and if a training barn stands stallions, factors into the price of doing business and therefore into board and training bills.

Show fees and entry fees. These can be substantial sums. But with a little reorientation, we might be able to reduce costs, because frankly, I think we can be a little out of touch. Our larger shows have become marathons. When a farm brings a string of horses to support a show, a newcomer—and even show veterans—can go into sticker shock. Transportation and hotel charges for the horses and the staff, not to mention what exhibitors pay for themselves and their families, mount up quickly. Finally, a positive suggestion: if our shows were shorter in length, it would be a win/win for all.

When I say things like that, I’m often told that newcomers need to be able to win early on to stay interested, so there needs to be so many classes that they can find something within their scope. I think that’s selling our newcomers short; for many, it’s the competition, the striving for improvement, and ultimately winning in a larger class that is satisfying. Shorter shows would mean lower show charges, and that would allow them to compete more often, which might be much appreciated.

Overall, we need to remember that showing horses is, for a lot of people, entertainment. When it is not fun, they will find other ways to spend their entertainment dollar. As an industry, we all need to find a way to reduce costs in all areas if we want to gain and keep newcomers to the breed. Let’s explore this further.

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2019 APAHA

Awards

PRESENTED BY ARABIAN HORSE TIMES

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2019 FINALISTS! All finalists earned their place on the list by National Points and were voted into the finals by APAHA Members.

RISING STAR: Jenna Ball Josie Gillespie Lauren Krohn Grant Krohn Lance Lewis Kenny McDonald Kirsten McKillop Laura Rodel Steven Scoggins Lizzy Seward

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE: Lisa Blackstone Mary Jane Brown Peter Conway Becky Nash, Leslie Doran Sommer & Carrie Fritz Debbie Himmel Michelle Pease-Paulsen Jacqui Reed Chuck Rickart Russ Taylor Mary Smith

AMATEUR OF THE YEAR: Lara Ames Lori Conway Karlan Downing Carrie Fritz Lori Foster Katie Harvey Katie Russell Leslie Doran Sommer Cathy Vecsey Peggy Weems

BREEDER OF THE YEAR: Boisvert Farm Cedar Ridge Arabians Conway Arabians Vicki Humphrey Jerland Farm RO Lervick Arabians Maroon Fire Arabians Pegasus Arabians Prestige Farms Strawberry Banks Farm

INSTRUCTOR: Kellie Budd Julie Daniel Stephanie Davisson Deborah Johnson Carolyn McDonald Rick Nab Lyric Phillips Elizabeth Pizzonia Diane Underwood Peter Witte

WESTERN AMATEUR ADULT: Lara Ames Lori Conway Diane Franklin Laura Gault Carolyn Lesley Amy Peterson Rod Powell Paige Nolte Leslie Doran Sommer Indira Van Handel

ENGLISH AMATEUR ADULT: Laura Carrington Lori Conway Juliette Dell Lori Foster Lindsay O’Reilly French Katherine Kirby Kendyl Peters Nora Shaffer Andrew Smith Amanda Purdin Standish

ENGLISH YOUTH: Hattie George Alexa Gilbert Jade Johnson Ellawynn Kiesner Connor Koch Natalie Lindmark Isabella Perricone Claire Robertson Sophie Yih Rex White

ENGLISH PROFESSIONAL: Shannon Beethe Jessica Clinton Ashton Kiesner Jason Krohn Jim Lowe Taryn Lundquist Gordon Potts John Rannenberg Jonathan Ramsay Ryan Strand

HORSEWOMAN OF THE YEAR: Jessica Bein Mary Jane Brown Virginia Godwin Deborah Johnson Jill Mitchell Debbie Price Martha Rattner Michele Reser Caralyn Schroter Deb Witty WESTERN YOUTH: Jenna Curley Payne Harper Chloe Kehl Siena Krueger Rebecca Marr Sarah Porter Wyatt Potts Trentyn Powell Claire Robertson Reagan Vokoun HUNTER/SHOW HACK AMATEUR ADULT: Michael Brock Sarah Esqueda Thomas Hansen Annalise Himmel Katie Russell Andrew Smith Lindsay Smith Liz Steffes Ashley Lauren Toye Peggy Weems

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HORSEMAN OF THE YEAR: Chris Culbreth Michael Damianos Duane Esser Jim Hitt John Lambert Gary Martinez Gordon Potts Josh Quintus Joe Reser Andy Sellman WESTERN PROFESSIONAL: Brett Becker Abe Cotton Tommy Garland Greg Harris Gordon Potts Skylar Powell Jen Schmitt Lizzy Seward Danielle Stock Stanley White III HUNTER/SHOW HACK YOUTH: Addison Bush Alexa Gilbert Mackenzie Gray Jade Johnson Siena Krueger Taylor Latham Bianca Massman Sarah Porter Addison Thompson Tristen Wikel

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HUNTER/SHOW HACK PROFESSIONAL: Christy Higman-Clements James Lowe Taryn Lundquist Kirsten McKillop Lisa Powell Jonathan Ramsay Sally Randle Jen Schmitt Caralyn Schroter Josh Shino

WORKING WESTERN AMATEUR ADULT: Ingrid Bentzen Michele Blackwell Betten Tracy Dowson Amanda Golestani Katharyn Hart Madelena Camacho-Larkin Cotton McNutt Katie Mostowich Michelle Pease-Paulsen Peggy Weems

WORKING WESTERN YOUTH: Mckenna Bein Alexa Gilbert Siena Krueger Paige Neufeld Sarah Porter Trentyn Powell Claire Robertson Justin Rose Molly Thigpen Reagan Vokoun

WORKING WESTERN PROFESSIONAL: Sterling Bradley Michael Damianos Jim Hitt Gary Martinez Jill Mitchell Colby Powell Skylar Powell Lou Roper Doug Stewart Deb Witty

HALTER PROFESSIONAL: Joseph Alberti David Boggs Austin Colangelo Rodolfo Guzzo Steve Heathcott Todd Hickerson Sandro Pinha Alcides Rodrigues Jeff Schall Dennis Wigren

ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT: Afires Rejoice CP Manifesto CSP Hennessy Heirs Noble Love Inception KT Mahalo MD Tsunami Prosuasion ROL Fire Lily SD Graceland

ARABIAN SPECIALTY: Aff liction Always First BF Beg For Mercy Best Of My Love Beystarrs Kadance FS Rocketman GSF Magnanimous HA Toskcan Sun Saxton DGL Vendetta

HALF-ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT: Blazn Jewel HPF Davinci Ref lection WA GSF Alejandro Jean Laffitte BF Money Talks BF Nutcracker Sweet PF No Strings Attached Nuttin Buta G Thang Sal Mineo BF SF Top Shelf

ARABIAN WESTERN PLEASURE: Chablis WA DC Gretzky H Verdykt H Monaco Jullyen V Hendrixx WB Khalifornia Khrome J Khash PGA Kola J Possesion PGA RD Habanero

HALF-ARABIAN WESTERN PLEASURE: Billie The Kid GRK Caliente Virtuoso CEA Comfortably Numb Gin J Honeys Rockin Cello Im The Tru Diva Jay Z Keepin Secrets CB LA Trigger Happy STLA C Im Fondau

ARABIAN WORKING WESTERN: All Maxed Out RA Karamat Legacy Got Your Black Mr Univerce My Majec Moment Nspiring Forthe Top Premium Buckshot Rumour Haz It Spinnin All My Money TA Eurostar

HALF-ARABIAN WORKING WESTERN: BR Mona Lisa Custom Gale EAF Hesa Little Whiz Easy Dun It Gunna Blow Yer Mind Ima Rowdy Dun Ima Smart One Khaarga Escobar Slik SS A Noble Star Wimpys Little Cat

ARABIAN HALTER: Aria Venetian Lace Harjeet MA *JJ La Condesa PCF Crystal Vision *Perfinka Rhan Al Shahania Rihanna PA Sangria PA *SM Azraff Versailles PCF

HALF-ARABIANS SPECIALTY: Affiremann Captain Jack RRF E-Hucks Solberry FSF Dudley Maybelline CA Megatropolis BF MK Goldrush Phi Beta Kappah Rizing Stock BF The Warhorse

HALF-ARABIAN HALTER: Almost A Firecracker Boyz Willbe Boyz FF Ebony By Valentino Epiic Butterf ly T GM Color Nasma Fame Goldd Standard I Believe FF+/ Mister Bigg Stuff Rohara Katana She Be Envied

ARABIAN HUNTER PLEASURE: Kaynin Z Lord Have Mercy Machiavelli WA Moonstone Beys Zecret PA Magellan Royal Marcus Solomon WB STLA Shaya The Jeweller TN Khaliente

HALF-ARABIAN HUNTER PLEASURE: DLC Mister T Duchess Of Bayridge Eros Starry Night FSF Dudley Glitterati RS Jeremiah Bullfrog CA Lady Marmalade WA SDK El Capitan Slim Shady WA Vertuoso

HALTER ADULT/YOUTH AMATEUR: Mike Beethe Sarah Esqueda Payne Harper Robert Janecki Faith Krichke Hope Krichke Morgan Pelzman Katie Steiner Ashley Lauren Toye Maddy Winer

OVERALL SIRE: Afire Bey V Afires Heir Baske Afire Hesa Zee IXL Noble Express Khadraj NA Mamage Sundance Kid V Vegaz Vitorio TO

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SH A N NON BE ET H E What encouraging/positive things did you observe within the industry in 2019?

I was very impressed to see so many of our youth exhibitors being very supportive of each other while competing at such a high level.

What new things will 2020 bring for your program?

We are very excited about the upcoming 2020 show season with a great group of horses and clients, several all very new to Beethe Arabians or new to the Arabian horse industry.

What items in your tack trunk can you not go to a show without?

My two favorite bits ... • Skinny smooth snaffle • Work curb bit For new clients getting into the horse business, what have you found to be the most encouraging to get them enthusiastic about owning and showing an Arabian horse?

I have found what really excites and encourages new clients to come into and stay in our industry is doing what we can to make the journey to showing enjoyable and motivating, provide camaraderie within the barn, and have suitable, well prepared horses that help create as much success as possible in the ring. These things are a lot of work but key to keeping the excitement of showing.

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Proud Trainer

www.CedarRidgeArabians.com

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L AU R A RODE L What encouraging/positive things did you observe within the industry in 2019?

Working to get more payback classes for Amateurs to show in.

What new things will 2020 bring for your program?

The same thing we try to do every year, build new relationships between horses and riders and have as much fun as we can while enjoying the one thing we all love.

What are three items in your tack trunk you can’t go to a show without?

• Guard-Tex • Black tape • A brush For new clients getting into the horse business, what have you found to be the most encouraging to get them enthusiastic about owning and showing an Arabian horse?

How they develop a relationship with their horse, how they become your best friend, and you get to show and have your horse out there with their heart into it as much as yours.

If you could contribute one idea to the industry to benefit the community, what would it be?

We need to keep trying to get new people involved to keep building the industry up.

Beth Ellen

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DWA N E H A N K I NS What encouraging/positive things did you observe within the industry in 2019?

The large growth of riding programs and all the academy classes offered at so many shows. Even though we don’t offer a lesson program for beginners, I see so many in our breed.

What new things will 2020 bring for your program?

I think we continue on our path. We are very successful with all our riders, and certainly our sales. We are a go-to for anything anyone might need.

What are three items in your tack trunk you can’t go to a show without?

• Ear plugs • Clean towels • Sealtex For new clients getting into the horse business, what have you found to be the most encouraging to get them enthusiastic about owning and showing an Arabian horse?

The amazing welcoming of current clients, and the opportunity to show these wonderful horses.

If you could contribute one idea to the industry to benefit the community, what would it be?

Let’s stop the bashing on social media!

C OL ONI A L DO W N S T R A INING C E N T E R REDDICK, FL Years as a trainer: 30+ | Services/Discipline Focus: Main focus on youth and amateur riders in all disciplines (Hunter, Western, Harness, English & Sport Horse) Ar abian Horse Times | 139 | Volume 50, No. 7

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Trainer Anna Conway: 507.319.9159 | Trainer Jennifer Schmitt: 319.361.5011 Lori & Peter Conway | 18080 County Road 2, Chatfield, MN 55923 | Lori’s cell: 507.202.4440 ConwayArabians.com

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J E N SC H M I T T What encouraging/positive things did you observe within the industry in 2019?

Our local Class A shows had a large number of youth exhibitors, especially in the hunter division. I’m also excited about all of the added money classes being held at Nationals.

What new things will 2020 bring for your program?

We have a big group of Coltrane babies in this year and they look AMAZING! In addition to the exciting English prospects, our western program is looking promising with a couple of young superstars getting started.

What are three items in your tack trunk you can’t go to a show without?

• A German Martingale • My favorite cavesson with rings • And about 50 bits ... you can never have too many options.

For new clients getting into the horse business, what have you found to be the most encouraging to get them enthusiastic about owning and showing an Arabian horse?

I think being around an Arabian horse in general. Whether brushing, riding, or just petting, they make their way into our hearts.

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Raising The Bar On Versatility

Bridget Fitzpatrick Minden, NV • (775) 721-3855 • fpharabians@gmail.com

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BR I DGET F I TZPAT R IC K What encouraging/positive things did you observe within the industry in 2019?

It never ceases to amaze me about the camaraderie in our industry.

We have so many wonderful people in our breed, and there is such a positive kinship. We have the most amazing product, the Arabian horse. Every year at Nationals, I am blown away by how proud I am of our horses, our trainers, our judges, and our youth and amateurs— so much talent within the Arabian horse business! Also, just having attended the 2019 Judges and Stewards Seminar, I am endlessly impressed with the work that the EEC puts in to maintaining communication with Arabian Licensed Officials, keeping us all on the same page and up on current topics and concerns.

What new things will 2020 bring for your program?

An expansion of our lesson program is in the works for 2020, as well as incorporating “Meet An Arabian Horse” Day, at least annually.

Both of these are so important to our industry to expose this outstanding horse to the general public and bring new people into the market.

Jeff Janson/Hannah Draughan photo

What are three items in your tack trunk you can’t go to a show without?

Do you mean what 300 items? Ha! • My favorite, most-used snaffle • My favorite riding whip • My Keurig ...

If I really need to pretend, I’m not bringing the other 297 items!

For new clients getting into the horse business, what have you found to be the most encouraging to get them enthusiastic about owning and showing an Arabian horse?

I think leases and half-leases are extremely valuable for new horse enthusiasts so that they can experience horse ownership in increments to find the right fit. Also, I think the One-Day shows and local Class A shows are such a great place for them to get their feet wet and get the show ring experience in a lesser cost venue. Not overwhelming new people with costs is always a win, whenever possible.

If you could contribute one idea to the industry to benefit the community, what would it be?

This may be redundant, but EVERY farm really needs to have a lesson program as well as community outreach that they actively take part in. If we don’t keep introducing this fantastic horse to new audiences, our industry will continue to dwindle. As therapy, a hobby, a sport, and as a passion, the Arabian horse is THE best and has THE MOST to offer. We as an industry need to spread the word.

F I T Z PAT R IC K P E R F OR M A NC E HOR S E S, L L C MINDEN, NV Years as a trainer: 22 | Services/Discipline Focus: English, Western & Hunter Pleasure, Driving, Show Hack, Side Saddle & Native Costume Ar abian Horse Times | 143 | Volume 50, No. 7

M I K E GR I M M What encouraging/positive things did you observe within the industry in 2019?

In 2019 I was fortunate to be involved in Arabian horse shows at varying levels—from judge to show manager to trainer/instructor.

At every show I observed many instances of camaraderie and sportsmanship. A smile, an offer of congratulations, or a simple offer to help in a pinch, can make a huge impact on a person’s experience.

If one of the primary goals of the Arabian breed is to introduce new people, we need to create an environment that people are happy to be part of.

What new things will 2020 bring for your program?

In the new year, we plan to continue to be open to all new things. As Walt Disney said, “We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we’re curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.”

For new clients getting into the horse business, what have you found to be the most encouraging to get them enthusiastic about owning and showing an Arabian horse?

The best thing we can do for new people is to help get them involved in their local club. We can bring them into the breed with ownership, but it is very important to keep new clients engaged with a part in Arabian-related events that last beyond the show year. Youth groups, activity committees and being part of planning events are examples of great ways we can help build a sense of community with other horse owners and exhibitors.

If you could contribute one idea to the industry to benefit the community, what would it be?

It’s certainly not a new idea, but VOLUNTEER. Offering time and experience cannot only help pull an event together, but will also help keep people connected to each other in real time.

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Blessed

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All of us together are truly blessed to be the caretakers and handlers of the most beautiful horses in all the world. ”

Special thanks

to our owners and friends of

Team Midwest .

— David Boggs

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DAV I D BOG GS What encouraging/positive things did you observe within the industry in 2019?

An increase in clients and friends breeding more mares. This is a great step in the right direction.

What new things will 2020 bring for your program?

Lots of beautiful babies! We will have the first large crop of *SM Azraff foals, first foals from Harjeet MA and *Equiborn KA, and new arrivals from the incredible and proven Vitorio, DA Valentino, *Padron and Bey Shah. We are beyond excited!

What are three items in your tack trunk you can’t go to a show without?

• My gloves • My lucky tie bar • And most important, two or three Starbucks!

For new clients getting into the horse business, what have you found to be the most encouraging to get them enthusiastic about owning and showing an Arabian horse?

Halter lessons. Most of our owners/clients are showing themselves now and we’re having a blast!

If you could contribute one idea to the industry to benefit the community, what would it be?

Combine more classes, shorten up the horse show schedules, expand on the hospitality areas and turn up the music. In short, make horse shows fun again!

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Oak Hav Haven en F Farms

Oak Haven Farms strives to provide the highest level of training and care, based on a family tradition that has been a part of the Arabian industry for over 35 years.

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JA SON & L AU R E N K ROH N What encouraging/positive things did you observe within the industry in 2019?

Jason: I see that we are consistently breeding better horses. Although our numbers are down for horses bred, we have gotten so specialized that we are no longer throwing mud at the wall and are breeding a far superior animal.

What new things will 2020 bring for your program?

Lauren: We are currently looking for a full-time lesson instructor.

We hope to find the perfect fit and truly start to grow our program!

We are in an awesome area to be able to introduce many new people to our amazing breed. We are also excited about our breeding program and the horses that will be joining our show string in the upcoming year!

Jason: As always, we hope to develop new and exciting horses and continue to grow our Oak Haven Family with new clients and new horses. Having taken on as many lessons as we can in addition to handling the training horses, by having a lesson instructor, we could take on so much more.

What are three items in your tack trunk you can’t go to a show without?

Lauren: We are so blessed to have an arsenal of supplies that help make our jobs easier, however, I know I couldn’t go without ...

• My Arabian Saddle Company deep seat • Long lines for warming up my horse • Gastrogard for horse tummies!

For new clients getting into the horse business, what have you found to be the most encouraging to get them enthusiastic about owning and showing an Arabian horse?

Lauren: I think our breed is easy to fall for. They are intelligent and easy to connect with. They offer a unique experience to their riders and bond more with each ride. I don’t think that is something that even requires discussion because I believe most of the riders feel it.

Jason: They just need the right opportunity to spend time with the Arabian horse and the Arabian community.

If you could contribute one idea to the industry to benefit the community, what would it be?

Lauren: This wasn’t even my idea, but I truly believe in and support the idea of an amateur class that features horses over a certain age (maybe 15 or older). Our industry has placed a ton of emphasis on

younger horses with classes for 3 - through 6-year-olds, and I think we would be doing right by our breed to also recognize their value in their older years.

Jason: I think we need to advertise in places that reach new people that have never heard of or seen an Arabian horse.

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RODOLFO GUZZO Halter Trainer

Where Talent and Teamwork meet...

WWW.ROYALARABIANS.COM Cindy McGown & Mark Davis, Owners Scottsdale, Mesa & Rio Verde, AZ 480.361.6926 | info@RoyalArabians.com

JUSTIN COWDEN Performance Trainer

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RODOL FO GUZZO & J UST I N COW DE N What encouraging/positive things did you observe within the industry in 2019?

Rodolfo: Everyone is trying to help and this is important when people are able to step back and try to fix what is wrong. I think we all try and some things got better.

Justin: The massive participation in the prize money programs such as the AHPA, AWPA, and AEPA is very encouraging. It’s great to see breeders, owners and exhibitors have a desire to be involved.

What new things will 2020 bring for your program?

Rodolfo: We have new clients enjoying the family of Arabian horse and a lot of great new horses arrived. We are very happy for the future!

Justin: Kirsten McKillop has joined our performance division here at Royal Arabians. Kirsten is a wonderful person, exceptionally talented, and we can’t wait to see what she can achieve!

What are three items in your tack trunk you can’t go to a show without?

Rodolfo: Nothing can be missing.

Justin: My favorite ...

• Snaffle • Long lines • Martingale For new clients getting into the horse business, what have you found to be the most encouraging to get them enthusiastic about owning and showing an Arabian horse?

Rodolfo: People loves to enjoy the friendship and the lifestyle of our industry! To be around great people and this amazing horse ... what more can you ask for!

Justin: Creating a fun environment both at the barn and at horse shows where they can enjoy their free time and develop a camaraderie with our other clients. It’s great to have everyone rooting for each other.

If you could contribute one idea to the industry to benefit the community, what would it be?

Justin: To not just appeal to ourselves, but the non-horse community as well.

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showtime /'SHĹ?tÄŤm/

noun

The time at which an event is scheduled to begin.

It is used to signal the beginning of an event or process that is expected to be dramatic, decisive, or otherwise significant.

Begin your journey with Showtime in 2020!

Tish Kondas & Carla Schiltz Cell (678)427-0595 | Farm (770) 252-3300 | showtimetc@charter.net

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T ISH KON DA S What encouraging/positive things did you observe within the industry in 2019?

I was extremely encouraged by the quality of horses and horsemanship at the U.S. Nationals, particularly in the 3-year-old futurities, AEPA, AWPA and AHPA classes. The future of the industry is looking bright!

What new things will 2020 bring for your program?

After a severe leg injury took me out for the second half of the 2019 show season, I am hoping 2020 will bring me good health and the ability to debut some of the best prospects I’ve had in my program to date.

What are three items in your tack trunk you can’t go to a show without?

• Bit wrap • Long Lines • Work snaffles For new clients getting into the horse business, what have you found to be the most encouraging to get them enthusiastic about owning and showing an Arabian horse?

I feel that my passion for the horses is contagious! When it’s my favorite thing to do, it’s easy to get those around me feeling the same way! Pairing the right horse and rider is imperative when getting new clients excited. It gives them the sense of teamwork and the drive to compete!

If you could contribute one idea to the industry to benefit the community, what would it be?

All trainers have their specialties. I think it would be beneficial for more of us to share our techniques and knowledge with one another.

SHO W T IME T R A INING C E N T E R NEWNAN, GA Years as a trainer: 30 | Services/Discipline Focus: Training/Showing/Lessons Specializing in the saddle seat division for Arabian, Half-Arabian and Saddlebred horses Ar abian Horse Times | 153 | Volume 50, No. 7

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K AY L E IGH M E Y E R What encouraging/positive things did you observe within the industry in 2019?

I felt like there was more trainer support amongst us all. I also felt that the industry is up in breeding and those breeders have become more knowledgeable in their stock and their choices. I feel like this is a result of incentive programs such as the AEPA, AHPA and AWPA. What new things will 2020 bring for your program?

We are one of those farms that I stated above, making our own choices in quality breeding stock. We are expecting nine foals in 2020 that we are super excited for!

What are three items in your tack trunk you can’t go to a show without?

• Work board - organization makes me feel prepared for success!

• Zip ties - because what CAN’T they fix!

• Treats - our horses are spoiled. :) For new clients getting into the horse business, what have you found to be the most encouraging to get them enthusiastic about owning and showing an Arabian horse?

The camaraderie between the horse show family that makes it feel more like a weekend vacation than a weekend of just spending money. They become part of our world instead of just an outsider looking in. Progressive aisle parties, Sweepstakes programs, and exciting evening classes are all rewarding to new clients.

If you could contribute one idea to the industry to benefit the community, what would it be?

A central location for sale horses on social media and at horse shows. If the industry had one location where everyone advertised, it may make selling and buying horses less intimidating and more productive. A daily type flyer at Nationals like y4Designthe Results seems like a great place to start.

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Stewart Performance Horses Doug and Kristi Stewart, Trainers • Erin Swanson, Assistant Trainer 93370 Hwy 99 S. • Junction City, OR 97448 Cell: 541-515-1053 • dstewartstables@aol.com • www.sphtraining.com Ar abian Horse Times | 156 | Volume 50, No. 7

DOUG & K R IST I ST E WA RT E R I N SWA NSON What encouraging/positive things did you observe within the industry in 2019?

The quality of our young horses is unreal! The Futurities, AWPA/ AHPA/AEPA and Maturities are filled with amazing athletes like we’ve never seen before. The Jackpot classes are great too and put horses and riders that might not normally compete against each other in the same class. The growth of Ranch Riding is huge as well and super competitive!

What new things will 2020 bring for your program?

We’re going to keep our noses to the grindstone and work hard.

We are so lucky to have great clients and amazing horsepower to ride every day. We are looking forward to also bringing our new clients and our young horses to their first shows this year.

What are three items in your tack trunk you can’t go to a show without?

Well they would actually fit in a tack trunk if they had to ...

• Erin Swanson and Shelby Howey. We definitely couldn’t go to a show without them! They are the peanut butter to our jam. These two girls work so hard and really care about our program and especially the horses. We are so lucky to have them!

• Lunge line. Our breed doesn’t win endurance races because they are lazy.

For new clients getting into the horse business, what have you found to be the most encouraging to get them enthusiastic about owning and showing an Arabian horse?

We are a very tight barn; like family. Everyone really supports each other and makes it fun. The fact that our breed is so versatile makes them an easy sell. The leveling system is super helpful! Beginners have the Select division, so they are showing against people with similar abilities.

If you could contribute one idea to the industry to benefit the community, what would it be?

Chris T Sloan photo

Stop the internet bashing! So sick of the keyboard jockey know-it-alls that feel like they can say anything on Facebook. If you don’t have the nerve to say it in person, don’t put it on Facebook.

The End.

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L E E M A NC I N I & L I N DA F U L L E R What encouraging/positive things did you observe within the industry in 2019?

The excitement at U.S. Nationals with all the added money classes. It was nice to see people in the stands watching and enjoying the show.

What new things will 2020 bring for your program?

Participating at some different shows that we haven’t been to in a while.

What are three items in your tack trunk you can’t go to a show without?

• Cowboy Magic • Wet wipes • ChapStick For new clients getting into the horse business, what have you found to be the most encouraging to get them enthusiastic about owning and showing an Arabian horse?

Going to horse shows and seeing the camaraderie. It’s a great group.

If you could contribute one idea to the industry to benefit the community, what would it be?

Don’t be afraid to open your doors to groups in your area and show them what we do.

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Even in murky waters, the lotus rises up from the mud to create the most beautiful flower ...

Gabe DeSoto, 520.668.9552 | Skylar Gunlicks, 605.610.7886 1201 Disco Loop Rd. | Friendsville, TN 37737 | Desototrainingctr@gmail.com

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Baviera

The Realization Of An IntArah Dream ...

P

HVP

Named 2019 World Gold Champion Senior Mare

by Theresa Cardamone

roof that the IntArah Dream Embryo Auction is an unprecedented success was underscored when Baviera HVP won the 2019 World Gold Champion Senior Mare title in Paris, led by Paolo Capecci. A product of the inaugural IntArah sale in 2011, she has more than fulfilled the auction’s goal to provide buyers an affordable way to introduce the Arabian breed’s premiere bloodlines into their programs. By buying embryos, winning bidders have access to mares and stallions who would otherwise be out of reach. In this case, the 2012 foal would be a full sibling to multi-World Champion Stallion Marwan Al Shaqab and out of HB Bessolea.

Auction manager Travis Rice appreciates Baviera HVP’s success and congratulates everyone involved: her breeder Sr. Umberto Bolini, consignor Nelson de Oliveira P. Moreira, buyer Haras Vila Dos Pinheiros, current owner Sahara Scottsdale, and current lessee, Abhaa Arabians. “She was the featured lot at the first auction and sold for just over $102,000,” Travis states. “It was an incredible bargain, with Baviera HVP emerging as such a dominant show horse. She was a national champion in Brazil in both 2016 and 2017 before she came to North America and earned 2018 Scottsdale Reserve Champion Mare and the Las Vegas Gold Champion Mare. Then, Baviera was the unanimous 2018 U.S. National Champion Mare and she is now also a World Champion.”

Rice sums up the reasons that the next IntArah Dream Embryo Auction, to be held in 2021, is already stimulating a buzz of anticipation. “People breed a lifetime to get a horse that performs well on even one of those platforms, and they often have to spend much more time and money to achieve it,” he says. “It shows why it pays to play at the IntArah Dream Embryo Auction. On top of that, all resulting foals are eligible for the IntArah Dream Embryo Jackpot classes. They can compete for $77,777.77 in jackpot money; it’s a win/win ... a win for breeders with dreams, breeders with visions.”

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The Importance Of Horse Auctions A Conversation With Industry Experts

by Evie Tubbs Sweeney

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n today’s market for the Arabian horse, the topic of auctions is met with a variety of reactions. However, one thing most agree on is that a successful auction injects the market with a boost that is always welcomed and exciting.

Over the last five years, several auctions for both halter and performance horses in the United States have peppered our horizons in an array of formats—live auctions, online auctions, private treaty sales—including the Marquise Auction, the IntArah Embryo Auction, the United Select Sale, the Cedar Ridge Sale, the Stachowski Sale, the Palmetto Sale, The Treasures Sale, ongoing Addis Auctions, and others.

AHT interviewed a handful of the most notable auction experts on why, in their mind, auctions are an imperative and crucial element to the health of the Arabian horse industry.

LARA AMES

ROB BICK

Arabian Horse Times | Host of numerous online auctions I have been involved in various different roles of auctions, and I am a firm believer in them. They show you the true, fair market value for the horse.

With breeding down, the demand is strong and if you have a great horse, bidding wars are entirely possible … even likely.

At Arabian Horse Times, we’ve managed a strong number of auctions over the last five years. My team is amazing; they handle all the promotion from start to finish, removing much of the burden off the client so they can focus on their clients and potential bidders.

We are fortunate to have some wonderful people doing auctions in our breed right now.

FRANK CHISHOLM

Palmetto Arabians | The Palmetto Sale (November 2019) When Sara and I decided to host an auction to celebrate our 20 years of breeding Arabian horses, we identified several standards we wanted the auction to be defined by.

1. The auction would have a top-notch team behind it to make it a first-class event.

2. The auction would include some of our best horses in order to draw serious bidders and differentiate it from the notion of a “dump sale.”

3. The auction would provide transparency in the bidding process by setting very low minimums on every horse ($500) so bidders would gain peace of mind that no bidding fixes existed, and no ridiculous reserves were in place.

4. The auction would provide an open process pre-auction to provide bidders free access to inspect the horses.

5. The auction would create a hospitable atmosphere for attendees with ample delicious food and refreshments throughout the event.

RBC Show Horses I have been involved as a buyer, consignor, handler and consultant for many different auctions over the last 40 years.

Auctions can be either extremely beneficial or detrimental to our breed, depending on how well they are organized and advertised, and the quality of horses being sold. An auction can help set market prices, allowing the buyers to tell sellers what their horses are worth. Since there is no “Blue Book” on horses, auctions help establish value.

Several reasons exist for why auctions are used as a sales platform.

For breeders, a production sale can be an effective avenue to move inventory in a timely fashion and therefore relieve overcrowding; and relief from overcrowding on farms allows breeders to continue breeding.

Consignment auctions can be used to move horses to new owners who are equipped to offer them a new career change.

I must admit, I was nervous about how successful an auction could be based on the mixed track record of previous auctions I had attended. One beneficial element was the fact that this sale would be performance horses.

We were fortunate to have a strong network of performance trainers who have done business with Palmetto Arabians over the years. It was key to gain their support during the auction. Fortunately, we did.

We were very pleased with the results. Every horse in the live and silent auction sold ... all 43 of them. Gross sales came in at just over $470,000.

And the young performance prospects delivered the pleasant surprise of the evening. The highest selling lot was a 2-year-old filly that sold for $55,000. We also sold two 2-year-old geldings for $44,000 and $31,000.

My biggest disappointment was the low prices the broodmares brought.

Nearly every one of them were in foal, and the highest seller went for $15,000. This is probably a good indication of where our industry is right now.

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GREG GALLÚN Gallún Farms Former Consultant to the Marquise Auction

The live auction should, in spirit, be the benchmark to establish value for whatever is being offered: horse, car, house, or any other item. In that light, the equine auction has seen all matter of value, from multimilliondollar sales to rock bottom price point. This is probably true in all matter of auction items.

Our involvement in the auction world started in the early 80’s at Lasma Arabians where we were fortunate to see and experience the auction dynamic in action first-hand. In 2017, while in the employ of Sahara Scottsdale, Nancy and I were part of the organization of the Marquise Auction that was held during the February Scottsdale show. We served in that role for the past three years.

The auction itself is a very unique entity, as it draws emotion—both positive and negative—throughout the whole process.

In our experience, especially in the Arabian horse market, emotion plays a huge role in establishing the final bid price. While this may not feel entirely businesslike, it seems a reality in determining what an individual will sell for in our industry. The best experience is when a seller achieves their goal and the new owner is satisfied as well. And in fact, this often does happen. As we all have learned, true value sometimes does not meet the expectation of the seller or the bidding audience. The most important lesson we have learned is that quality and correct conformation will always have interest, in both the public or private transaction.

The live auction will always allow the comparative market to have more merit.

Having a public benchmark is extremely beneficial for the health of any market. It takes courage and commitment to sell or buy in the live auction forum. However, as we all have seen, it does provide excitement and potential return that make the risk that much more rewarding.

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JIM STACHOWSKI

Having been around during the acclaimed LASMA years when sales were huge and very productive, I always had the desire to be involved with Arabian horse auctions.

I graduated from Auction school in 2002.

The first auction I was involved with (and still am to this day) is the Scottsdale Signature Stallion Auction held in Scottsdale. Others included the Iowa Gold Star, the Minnesota Fall Fest and the Region 12 Spotlight Auction, as well as the IntArah Dream Embryo Sale in 2011, 2015 and 2017. This year, I produced and managed my own sale, The Scottsdale United Select Sale. We also managed The Treasures Sale this year for Arabians Ltd. of Waco, Texas.

I’ve been involved in many auction settings, both live and private treaty, in a variety of roles that include seller, buyer and manager.

Arabian Expressions Greg Knowles Auctions

Many reasons exist in support of auctions.

Just a glance at the larger sales I’ve done show that they are all held for specific reasons, such as stallion breeding sales, Straight Egyptian sales, specialty embryo sales, and a select sale of top individuals. All these sales were designed to sell a specific product. An auction creates energy and excitement and can lend to glamour and prestige on a particular evening.

Also, the auction mechanism can create competition with other buyers and therefore an urgency of purchase. Without an auction, a particular buyer might look at a horse and decide to think about it, then come back.

However, auctions require action now.

Another thing I appreciate about auctions is that, good or bad, they can and will determine market value of a product. If the auction is on the up and up, whatever price a specific horse sells for establishes the value of that type of horse in our industry.

Last but not least (and the most important reason for me), is that businesses require liquidity. Auctions can and should establish liquidity for the market, and all markets need liquidity.

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Stachowski Farms Stachowski Select Sale

My experience with [performance horse] auctions has always been positive. If you put a good horse in, you’re going to get a good price.

Buyers are smart; they’ll appreciate a good horse and are willing to pay for top quality, and they will come year after year. It always helps to have an up-and-coming horse that shows big potential.

Auctions are good for the industry because they give people an idea of what horses will sell for. People enjoy the auction experience.

Problems occur when older horses or peaked horses are put in. But new horses—yearlings or young under-saddle horses—create excitement. Sometimes that means keeping a horse until it’s older, and that can be hard for owners. But people are willing to bid if they see an upside on a horse.

We (Stachowski Farms) participated in live auctions in Scottsdale with Cedar Ridge for years. It was always exciting. Then we began offering private treaty auctions and have seen great response. I would like to see more live auctions again though. I believe that there is a place for a high-quality performance auction again. n

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These describe Deb Witty and Terri Deering’s relationship over the last four-plus decades in many ways, but it’s their most recent connection of donor and recipient that is truly life-changing and life-saving for one, making them kidney sisters.

In May of 2018, Terri Deering (known by Arabian horse enthusiasts across the country as “The Hat Lady”) posted a message on Facebook: her kidneys were failing and she had been accepted to the kidney donor transplant waiting list at Virginia Mason Medical Center.

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Deb describes her reaction when seeing Terri’s post: “I didn’t even think about it one bit, I just clicked on the link and signed up. I didn’t even mention it to my family.

There just wasn’t a moment where I had to make an actual decision.”

Part of the reason Deb signed up without a second thought is that she already felt Terri was family, and if a family member needed a kidney, that was just what you did. The two had known each other for more than four decades and enjoyed a multi-faceted relationship.

“I remember meeting Terri around 1978 at the Trails End arena in Olympia,” recalls Deb. “I was a pre-teen and Terri was in her early 20’s. She made an impression on me even then for being a talented, motivated horse woman. I idolized her showing ability. Terri used to set up her card table and steamer and fix peoples’ hats to help pay her show fees.”

From that initial meeting, Terri and Deb would continue to cross paths and build their relationship. “Terri was always a fixture at the shows I attended,” says Deb. Terri Deering

Being accepted into a kidney transplant program is one thing, waiting for a match is quite another. According to the Living Kidney Donors Network, there are 93,000 people waiting for a deceased donor kidney. The wait could be five years and in some states, closer to ten.

An alternative to waiting for a deceased donor kidney is to receive a kidney from a living donor, someone who donates one of his or her two healthy kidneys (their remaining single healthy kidney can do the job of two kidneys). Receiving a live kidney is considered more advantageous for many reasons. Kidneys from living donors typically function longer than kidneys from deceased donors, the wait time is generally shorter, surgery can be scheduled in advance and there is a lower risk of rejection.

Terri was overwhelmed with the number of people who responded to her post, signing up to start the testing process. “It was really incredible to see the response from the horse show community,” she says. “We are in an industry with a lot of great people and we are truly one big family.”

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Deb Witty

Shortly after Deb and her husband Kim, opened High Country Training, Terri and her daughter Jayme became clients.

Deb’s involvement with the Arabian horse community included volunteering to design the trail course at Youth Nationals for many years in the late 90s and early 2000s. “I would travel to Youth Nationals and manage the trail all on my own dime,” she says. “Terri would graciously offer me the chance to work at her booth during those trips to help offset the cost of my volunteer work. That was some of the most fun and rewarding work of my life.”

As Deb’s family grew with the birth of her son, he would start traveling with her to shows. “I could always find him at Terri’s booth or trailer.

He and others like Trenyn Powell would spend hours with her while we worked horses. She never considered herself the babysitter, but it was always so reassuring to know where they were and that someone like Terri was looking out for them.”

With such a strong, established relationship already, it was no wonder Deb considered Terri as family and didn’t hesitate to volunteer to donate a kidney.

But with any transplant, there are multiple steps in the process to ensure the likelihood of a successful transplant. The first blood test simply confirms the blood types are compatible. Once that is established, the next step is tissue or genetic typing. People have six basic tissue typing antigens (or markers). These markers help determine which donor will be the best match for the recipient. Finally, there is cross-

matching, a blood test taken at least two different times to see if the recipient will react to the donor kidney.

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match. It was also helpful that there was no history of kidney disease in Deb’s family and that she was close by geographically, eliminating organ transport time. The two would be able to have surgery in the same hospital.

“It really made the most sense for us to schedule the surgery after

Look for the kidney sisters in Scottsdale. The Hat Lady will be doing what she’s always been doing. “I’m a high profile character in this game. I’m here to take care of them. We’re kind of caregivers. We do their hair. If they’re crying we give them a tissue. Deb has given me the opportunity to live a long life and keep doing this for our industry. What an incredible human being.”

As for Deb, she describes the decision to be a living donor as a personal one, but one with far more reward than risk.

“For me, it just wasn’t even a question,” she says. Deb wasn’t surprised that the Arabian community responded the way they did. “The Arabian horse industry in general is very giving, very caring. Anytime you’re involved with animals, you’re a very caring individual. I wasn’t surprised at all.”

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U.S. Nationals,” says Deb. “We both had commitments throughout the year and the break between U.S. and Scottsdale would give us enough time to recover.”

Surgery took place on November 19 at Virginia Mason Hospital in Seattle, with both Terri and Deb coming through with flying colors. Their recovery has been swift and both are back to “normal,” but with Terri feeling better than ever.

“I hadn’t gotten to the point where I was feeling bad,” recalls Terri. “But getting a new kidney was a necessity so my health didn’t deteriorate. I’m one lucky hat lady. Tom, my husband, has been a great caregiver and my daughter, Jayme, went to Deb’s place after the surgery to help out there until Deb was back on her feet. We were all working together for a common goal – and I’m the winner.”

“Throughout all of my life experiences with Terri, our relationship became like family,” says Deb. “Terri has filled so many roles in my life and become my sister in so many ways. Kidney sister is just the next one in our adventure we call life.”

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In Memoriam Jack Schatzberg (1922-2019) Jacob ( Jack) Schatzberg died peacefully in Scottsdale, Arizona surrounded by his loving family, November 28, just shy of his 97th birthday. He was born December 1, 1922, to parents Sol and Lillie. He lived a long and colorful life and was indeed, a force of nature.

After serving in the Army Air Corps, Jack explored many different careers. He took up aerial and portrait photography whilst living in New York. After daughters Terry and Sue developed a passion for horses, Jack’s photography interest turned toward equine photography. He became a pioneer in that industry being the first equine photographer to have a mobile darkroom delivering prints at the show. He photographed some of the finest horse shows all over the country and in fact, the world. Throughout his career, Jack mentored many up-and-coming photographers, including his son Howie and grandson, Casey McBride. He continued photographing well past formal retirement at age 83 and was very often seen working for both Howie and Casey.

His interests and love of travel took him around the world making friends wherever he went.

His most recent trips were to China, Belgium, Italy and Israel. He was a connoisseur of the arts, holding season tickets to the Scottsdale Symphony and the Ballet Arizona. He loved to dance whether it was ballroom or ballet. He was also a student of the violin, mandolin, and the balalaika.

He is survived by his children Joyce (husband Bob Rutherford), Terry (husband Ken Bankert), Sue (husband Greg Croisetiere) and Howie (wife Megan), and 11 adored grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

He is pre-deceased by son Ken (wife Kathy) and his beloved wife Jacqueline.

Please consider making a donation to the United Professional Horseman’s Association (UPHA) Foundation Dewey Henderson Memorial Fund in Jack’s name.

Polly Knoll (1932-2019) Polly J. Knoll, 87, of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2019.

Born on May 31, 1932, to Evan W. and Grace Muriel (Smith) Ost in Kenosha, WI, Polly was a longtime member of Trinity Church United Methodist in Beaver Dam, a past real estate salesperson for the State of Wisconsin and was renowned as an equine photographer. She traveled throughout the United States and the world, which resulted in magazine covers, articles, and great friends. Some of her most recognizable images include those of Morafic and Ruminaja Ali, and especially, the well-known portrait of Patrick Swayze with his straight Egyptian stallion, Tammen. She was a member of the Pyramid Society, the Arabian Horse Association, the Wisconsin Arabian Horse Association and a past member of the United States Trotting Association. Polly was awarded the 2013 PYRAMID SOCIETY TRUSTEES’ AWARD for which she was very proud to receive. This was presented to Polly for her distinguished service to the Egyptian Arabian horse worldwide.

Polly was also a very accomplished horseman. She enjoyed all aspects of riding English, western, dressage and jumping. She also trained and drove harness racehorses. She was one of the first women to receive a license to drive harness racehorses in the State of Wisconsin. Although Polly loved all horses, she gave her heart to the Arabian horse.

Memorial donations for Polly can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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In Memoriam Jan Calis (1948-2019) Jan Calis “The Flying Dutchman,” passed away on November 19. A legend in the Arabian horse world, Jan was one of the best handlers and pioneers in the coaching scene, and most of all, a dear friend and a great-hearted person.

Growing up on his parents’ farm, Jan’s first horse was Nagasaki and always his number one love.

Within a short time, his “Zenith Arabians” farm was born, which he led together with his wife Eveline.

Jan founded the Handlers Cup in 1991, which until a few years ago, was held in Aachen during the All Nations Cup. He had a special connection with horses which he used to immediately establish a relationship of mutual ‘respect’ and ‘trust’ with them. Legends that will forever be linked to him include Dosator, Lobeke, Mythes, Nubiec and BS Kadjar, along with many others.

He was an indomitable handler. In his opinion, the horse needed to keep his own personality, he just developed it. That’s why his show performances were unique and are unforgettable, especially those with Lobeke.

Jan was a role model to many; his passing leaves a gap that cannot be filled.

Zagrobla (1994-2019) *Zagrobla was a rock star—the female Mick Jagger, if you will. *Zagrobla was the celebrated filly in her sire Monogramm’s very first foal crop in 1994 at the Michalow Stud in Poland. Her dam, Zguba, was a daughter of the bright chestnut *Probat son, *Enrilo, and the glorious-in-grey Zazula, by Negatiw. *Zagrobla, therefore, represented the sire line of Ofir via Monogramm and *Bask, and the dam line of Zlota Iwa, the rare Polish-born Arax daughter. She quite literally took the very best from the greats in her pedigree and left the rest. She was remarkably beautiful whether in her dappled grey coat as a filly and young mare, or in her silvery white one worn later in life.

By the time she came to America early in 2002, she had already been pinned Champion Mare at the All Nations Cup and World Champion Mare in Paris in 2000. At that time, *Zagrobla and *Kwestura were rock stars in Europe, winning everything. Craig Cooper and George Z overnighted me a video of the two of them, asking if I would be interested in *Zagrobla, as Mike Nichols was taking *Kwestura. The tape showed *Zagrobla and *Kwestura fighting with the barn manager trying to escape the rain. When Kwestura was allowed in first, *Zagrobla became very mad as she trotted around, throwing her head and bowing up. It was breathtaking—her attitude intoxicating. In that moment, I decided on *Zagrobla. Mike Carragher and I imported her on lease from Michalow Stud with the assistance of George Z and Craig.

Michael Byatt showed her to U.S. National Champion Senior Mare for us. She had four beautiful foals, including Zahara El Marwan, who years later was also pinned with the same national title that her mother won. *Zagrobla returned home in 2006, leaving America a better place than she found it. She sincerely enriched many lives by her time here. She was an amazing mare. She was a spiritual advisor for me. She taught me how to be humble, how to look at God’s creation and recognize His beauty.

She wasn’t along for our ride; we were simply the lucky escorts to hers. It was an experience I’ll always cherish.

Rest in peace, *Zagrobla. —Jeff Wallace Ar abian Horse Times | 171 | Volume 50, No. 7

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April 22-26, 2020, Region 7 Championships, Scottsdale, Arizona. www.aha7.org May 4-9, 2020, Region 12 Championships, Perry, Georgia. www.aharegion12.com May 14-17, 2020, Region 1 Championships, Del Mar, California. www.aharegionone.com May 29-30, 2020, Region 9 Championships, Fort Worth, Texas. www.region9aha.org June 9-14, 2020, Region 8 Championships, Los Ranchos, New Mexico. www.aharegion8.org June 11-14, 2020, Region 10 Championships, St. Paul, Minnesota. www.region10arabians.com June 16-21, 2020, Region 2 Championships, Santa Barbara, California. www.ahareg2.org June 18-21, 2020, Region 13 Championships, Wilmington, Ohio. www.aharegion13.com June 23-27, 2020, Region 4 Championships, Nampa, Idaho. www.aharegion4.com June 25-27, 2020, Region 6 Championships, Douglas, Wyoming. www.region6aha.com June 25-27, 2020, Region 18 Championship, Ancaster, Ontario, Canada. www.region18.on.ca June 25-28, 2020, Region 14 Championships, Lexington, Kentucky. www.aha14.com June 25-28, 2020, Region 17 Championships, Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. www.region17.com July 2-5, 2020, Region 11 Championships, Springfield, Illinois. www.aha11.com July 2-5, 2020, Region 15 Championships, Lexington, Virginia. www.region15aha.com July 7-11, 2020, Region 3 Championships, Reno, Nevada. www.arabianhorses3.org July 8-11, 2020, Region 5 Championships, Monroe, Washington. www.regionv.com July 10-12, 2020, Region 16 Championships, Syracuse, New York. www.region16.org

February 13-23, 2020, Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show, Scottsdale, Arizona. www.scottsdaleshow.com April 16-19, 2020, Arabian Breeders World Cup. www.arabianbreedersworldcup.com May 21-24, 2020, Ohio Buckeye Sweepstakes, Columbus, Ohio. www.buckeyesweepstakes.com September 10-12, 2020, NSH Finals, Springfield, Illinois. www.nshregistry.org September 30-Oct. 3, 2020, Arabian National Breeder Finals, Scottsdale, Arizona. www.scottsdaleshow.com October 2-4, 2020, Minnesota Fall Festival, St. Paul, Minnesota. www.medallionstallion.com

NATIONALS EVENTS www.arabianhorses.org July 18-25, 2020, Youth Nationals, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

August 16-22, 2020, Canadian Nationals, Brandon, Manitoba, Canada.

September 22-26, 2020, Sport Horse Nationals, Nampa, Idaho.

October 23-31, 2020, U.S. Nationals, Tulsa, Oklahoma. *Go to www.arabianessence.com or www.ecaho.org for additional international shows and information.

Visit www.ahtimes.com for a calendar view of these dates and more.

Calendar listings are subject to change; please confirm dates and locale before making your plans or reservations. E-mail show dates to: charlened@ahtimes.com. *Due to the intrinsic nature of these shows, Arabian Horse Times cannot be held accountable for their validity.

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INDEX

of Advertisers 6D Ranch ..............................................................................................................29AEPA (103)

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Beethe Arabians .................................................................................................................... 134 Beloveds Farm ....................................................................................................................IFC, 1 Boisvert Farms...........................................................................................................................14

Mancini Training Center ............................................................................................. 158, 160 Maroon Fire Arabians......................................................................................................73, 175 Marquise Auction .................................................................................................................. 2, 3 MD Barn Company ..................................................................................................................15 Midwest Training Centre............................................................................................... 146, BC Mike Grimm Training ...........................................................................................................144 Milestone Arabians................................................................................................................. BC

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Cedar Ridge Arabians, Inc.................................................................52AEPA (126), 127, 136 ChriShan Park Arabians.................................................................... 54-59, 6-7AEPA (80, 81) Code, John ............................................................................................................34AEPA (108) Colonial Downs Training Center .................................................... 10-11AEPA (84, 85), 138 Conway Arabians ................................................................................18-19AEPA (92, 93), 140 Cumberland Mountain EQ ................................................................................28AEPA (102)

Nightingale Equine LLC .................................................................................................. 58, 59

A Adandy Farm ........................................................................................................34AEPA (108)

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D Delsan Arabians, LLC ............................................................................26-27AEPA (100, 101) Deor Farm Arabians................................................................................................................ 26 DePaolo Equine Concepts.................................................................................................... 8, 9 DeSoto Training Center ........................................................................................................161 Drinnon, Hagale Jennifer ...................................................................................................... 56

O Oak Haven Farms ...................................................................................................................148 Oak Ridge Arabians .......................................................................................................... 22, 23

P Perfect Products...................................................................................................38AEPA (112) Peternell, Jamie Hagale ...........................................................................................................57

Q Quarry Hill Farm ..................................................................................................13AEPA (87)

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Equidont Arabians ............................................................................................................ 48, 49 Equine Athlete Veterinary Services ..................................................................35AEPA (109)

R.O. Lervick Arabians............................................................................................... 20, 21, 175 Reilich, Bill & Shirley ................................................................................. 16-17AEPA (90, 91) Rohara Arabians ............................................................................................ 4-5AEPA (78, 79) Royal Arabians ................................................................................................................... 5, 150

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Fazenda Floresta ......................................................................................................................FC Flynn, LA ....................................................................................................... 4-5AEPA (78, 79) Frierson Atkinson ...................................................................................................................175 Fritzpatrick Performance Horses, LLC ...............................................................................142

Sahara Scottsdale .....................................................................................................................32 Select Show Horses ................................................................................................14AEPA (88) Shaffer, Laura & Nora.........................................................................................30AEPA (104) Shea Stables .......................................................................................................................73, 175 Showtime Training Center....................................................................................................152 Signature Oaks Stables ......................................................................................................... 154 Smoky Mountain Park Arabians.......................................................................................... 128 Southern California Equestrian Center .........................................................74, 1AEPA (75) Southern Oaks Arabians LLC ............................................................. 32-33AEPA (106, 107) Stachowski Farm Inc. .................................... 15AEPA (89), 29AEPA (103), 31AEPA (105), 32-33AEPA (106, 107) Stewart Performance Horses................................................................................................ 156 Stone Ridge Arabians ................................................................................................................7 Strand’s Arabian Stables....................................................................................................46-49 Strawberry Banks Farm ........................................................................................12AEPA (86)

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G Generations Farm .............................................................................................................. 66, 67

H HA Toskcan Sun LLC ...........................................................................................15AEPA (89) Harris Arabians .....................................................................................................15AEPA (89) Hegg, Mrs. Mickey ..................................................................................................................175 Holly Hill Farm .......................................................................................... 10-11AEPA (84, 85)

I Iniziare Arabians ............................................................................................................177-IBC

J Jackson, Karlton & Mary Ann ................................................................................................ 28

K Kiesner Training........................................................................................16-27AEPA (90-101) Kingswood Farms ...................................................................................... 24-25AEPA (98, 99)

L Lindmark, Russ & Sheri ........................................................................... 22-23AEPA (96, 97) Love, Gretchen................................................................................................................... 46, 47 Lymer, Greg..........................................................................................................34AEPA (108)

T The Hat Lady ..........................................................................................................................175 The Vegaz Partnership ..................................................................................6-7AEPA (80, 81) Twin XX Arabians ................................................................................................................... 30

V Voss, William & Janell ...........................................................................................14AEPA (88)

W Wilkins Livestock Insurers, Inc. ...........................................................................................175 Wilson, Jennifer ........................................................................................................................55

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