AMERICAN SADDLEBRED HORSE ASSOCIATION OF VIRGINIA NEWSLETTER 1617 MAIDEN LANE, SW ROANOKE, VA 24015 WWW.ASHAV.NET
A Message from your President ...
The 2014 ASHAV Convention was held this year at the Virginia Horse Center on the con- course, March 8th, and it proved not to be a good venue for several reasons. But despite the challenges everyone had a good time, and seemed to really like having it condensed to (1) evening. The convention was held in conjunction with the UPHA Chapter 18 Spring Riding Clinic, March 7th & 8th. The Clinic was excellent for the participants to brush up on their riding skills, work on problem areas & learn a new way to do something under the expert guidance of top trainer, Melissa Moore, with private and group lessons, from beginners to the most advanced riders. Melissa is such a positive teacher, that everyone enjoyed his or her rides. During the lunch break Saturday; equine physician Dr. Bayard Rucker presented a power point & lecture presentation for all those interested in the “ins and outs” of equine den- tistry. The Annual Membership meeting, was held on the concourse prior to the awards din- ner with the election of the officers: Carol Reedy, President, Gary Altizer, Vice-President, Jennifer Burks, Secretary, Jennifer Crozier, Treasure. Election of Zone Directors was as fol- lows: Zone 1-Larry Hartsock & Dana Ellington-Mullins, Zone 2-Heather Dudley & Lee Ad- ams-Hudson, Zone 3-Robin Williams & Katie Constable, Zone 4-Joy Bowman & Natalie Hamer and Zone 5 (West VA) Casey Surface & Andre Fourie. Old & New business was dis- cussed and members adjourned for the Banquet. With much anticipation the presentation of 2013 ASHAV High Point winners, High Point Horse of the Year (A Starless Nite), Junior Judging winners, Adult Sportsmanship recipient Casey Surface & Youth Sportsmanship re- cipient Caroline Stephenson, Trainer of the Year was Sherri Surface.
Junior & Senior Judging, Academy High Point Awards, as well as Virginia Winter Tourna- ment High Point winners.
I want to Thank all of who served on committees and all who volunteered to help in whatever capacity was needed this past year! We will continue to need your ideas, experience, exper- tise and your willingness to serve on committees as we go through this year. We need new and fun ideas for the 2014 Horse show, especially since this is our 30th Anniversary.
The Horse Show will be, Sept. 25-28th & our Judge will be Melissa Moore. The popular Dog Show Friday night after the last class during the exhibitors party and the highly competitive Stick Horse parade Saturday evening will again be offered this year as well as Ride for the Cure/Iron Will. We are again planning another Great show and hope you will join us! As the planning process for the 2014 show unfolds and an officer or zone representative calls for your support please support their efforts! Remember this is Our show and we want it to be the very best it can possibly be!
(Continued on page 4) American Saddlebred Horse Association of Virginia Newsletter Editor: Darlene Foley * 309 Dawnridge Lane * Troutville, VA 24175 (540)312-0715 * E-mail: [email protected] 2014 Officers & Zone Directors
President: Carol Reedy Vice President: Gary Altizer 1617 Maiden Lane, SW 1565 Ridge Ave. Roanoke, VA 24015 Crockett, VA 24323 (540) 982-0581 (276) 686-844 [email protected] [email protected]
Secretary: Jennifer Burks Treasurer: Jennifer Crozier 240 Burks Rd. 2406 Constitution Dr. Amherst, VA 24521 Salem, VA 24153 (434) 660-0658 (540) 387-4312 [email protected] [email protected]
Zone Directors: Zone 1: Larry Hartsock Dana Ellington-Mullins 5902 South 71 178 Camper Rd. Castlewood, VA 24224 Ripplemead, VA 24150 (276) 794-7656 (304) 910-0484 [email protected] [email protected]
Zone 2: Lee Hudson Heather Dudley 437 Boners Run Rd. 215 Stone Mill Drive Shawsville, VA 24162 Salem, VA 24153 (540) 268-2677 (540) 765-8225 [email protected] [email protected]
Zone 3: Kathie Constable Robin Williams 2133 Richmond, Rd. 565 Deercrest Lane Troy, VA 22974 Danville, VA 24541 (434) 295-5281 (434) 685-7863 [email protected] [email protected]
Zone 4: Joy Bowman Natalie Hamer 6219 Boydton Plank Rd. 9900 Boze Rd. Petersburg, VA 23803 Ford, VA 23850 (804) 733-6718 (804) 938-4461 [email protected] [email protected]
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Zone 5: Casey Surface Liz Durham (304) 380-1674 401 Carousel lane 3630 Crede Dr. Bluefield, WV 24201 Charleston, WV 25302 (304) 589-3276 (304) 380-1674 [email protected] [email protected]
Directors at Large: Alice Martins Diane Hauslein 10357 Waggy’s Creek Rd. 38N Highland St Dayton, VA 22821 Arlington, VA 22201 (540) 879-9976 (703) 525-9238 [email protected] [email protected]
Gordon Ingram Karin Banks 2656 Dodson Rd. 2205 Big Lonely Lane Blairs, VA 24527 Monterey, VA 24465 (434) 250-5669 (540) 468-2943 [email protected] [email protected]
Mary Martha Litz 2916 Oak Grove Ave. Bluefield, WV 24701 (304) 327-5463
Committee Chairman: Membership: Mary [email protected] Futurity: Joann Bedsaul High Points: Carol Reedy News Letter: Darlene [email protected] Convention: Leanne Mayberry Scholarship: Heather Dudley Facebook editors: Heather Dudley & Jennifer Burks
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This year more than ever we will need your help in getting class sponsorships for the Horse Show, please call us with any & all suggestions!
As you journey to the different shows, remember that, as always the major goal of this organization is to pro- mote the American Saddlebred Horse. We will continue to do this by supporting ASHAV’s major events, horse shows, newsletter, high points, futurity program, youth activities, educational board, website and the convention.
I want to Thank the ASHAV Board & membership again for their support, knowledge and sincere interest in the renewed energy that I felt throughout this past year, and I am again Honored that you have elected me President again.
Saddle Up & Get on Board! Sincerely,
Carol S. Reedy President
THANK YOU!
I would like to extend a very special Thank you to the following individuals who have served on the ASHAV Board. We couldn’t do it without our members being willing to Volunteer their service!
Henley Gabeau as Treasurer Doyle White as Zone 1 Director Melanie Lewis as Zone 3 Director Mary Martha Litz as Zone 5 Director Andre Fourie as Zone 5 Director Davie Frazier as Director at Large
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A Special Welcome to our new ASHAV Board members:
Thank-You for being willing to Serve!
Secretary-Jennifer Burks Treasure-Jennifer Crozier Zone 1 Director-Dana Ellington-Mullins Zone 3-Kathie Constable Zone 5-Casey Surface & Liz Durham
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ATTENTION ASHAV Membership!!!!
This year more than ever we will need your help in getting class sponsorships for the Horse Show, if you are not currently a sponsor Please consider becoming one! Remember this is Our show and we want it to be the very best it can possibly be! please call us with any & all suggestions!
2013 ASHAV HORSE SHOW SPONSORS
A Friend of ASHAV Crystal Creek Farm Alice & Pete Martens Dale Lee Alice & Tyler Nunley Dan & Jennifer Joiner Andre Fourie Stables David Bandy Bales & Bales Dawson Kegley Designs, Inc. Bent Tree Farm, LTD. Debbie Lillycrop Beth Odom Cheatham Dennis Kinkaid’s Painting Betty & Allison Pullin-“In Memory of Sheriff Gaines” Dolores Doyle Bill Heizer Stables Donna Musgrave Billy Boggess Dr. Chip Pugh Blankenship & Associates Ins. Services Dr. Owen Weaver Blue Grass Horseman Edward J. Wright Blue Ribbon Horse Show Services Emily Uy Blue Ridge Saddlebreds Equine Movers LLC-Matt Wittig Blue Spruce Farm-Pete & Alice Martens Equine Photography-Judy Robichaux Bob Bratton Equustock, LLC Bob Stephenson Field & Road Repairs Bonnie Hudgins Fox Grape Farm, Inc. Bossa Nova Brazilian Terriers Fred & Karen Sarver Brenda Rappaport Gary Altizer Stables Carol Reedy Gearhart’s Fine Chocolates Carolyn Vaughan & Jimmy Kindle George Chocklett Carousel Farm Henley Gabeau Carson Kressley Hollybrook Mulch & Sawdust Ceil & Kenny Wheeler In Honor of R.H. “Dick” Coffman Charles Dawson In Loving Memory of “Shauna in Gray” Christina Tosh In Memory of Gray T. Sheets Commotion! Italian Village of Tazewell Countryside Stables & Ingram Farrier Services (Continued on page 7)
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(Continued from page 6) Rob & Melanie Lewis J.W. Manning, Inc. Robert Ralston Jack H. Schwarz, Jr. DDS Robert Beatton Janet Sterba Roger D. Noell Pump Sales & Service Jason, Lisa & Olivia Horan Ronald W. Householder, D.D.S. JC Pierce Rover Make Overs Pet Grooming Jeff & Sandy Whittington Russell County Cooperative Jim & Becky Tobey Sally & Willy Snider Jim Chisom Shawsville Pharmacy, Inc. Jimmy Nixon Shelter Alternatives Joann Bedsaul Southern Classic Auto Wash John Bare Southern Sates Coop of Christiansburg Joy Bowman Southern States Cooperative-Richmond Judith Gandarillas Stacey Wright Julie Forehand Stephanie Sanchez Karen Shriver Sun Chemical Kathie Constable Suzanne S. Blair Kimberly Humphreys Temple Boitnott Kim Houck Teresa Adams L. Gerald Carter The Bank of Fincastle Lawrence & Barbara Beard The Big Lonely-Karin Banks Lawyers Title of Princeton-Tom Lilly The Ellington Family Leanne & Mark Mayberry The Tack Room Longacre Stables Tom & Irene Brock Lost Unicorn Stables-Betty Byrd Truck Thermo King, Inc. Mary & Ken Dunker Tyler & Associates Mary Martha Litz UPHA Chapter 18 Meadow Wood Stables, Inc. V & M Trucking Melissa Rogers Valley Cadillac Mercer Springs Farm Valley MicroComputers, Inc. Mid-Atlantic Saddlebred Association Vicki Williams Mike & Natalie Hamer Virginia Winter Tournaments Monique Hall Walter Way Hills Farm-Larry Hartsock Nancy Peterson Walters Stables Nationwide-Mickey Tyler Washington Co. Veterinary Services Nationwide-Sammy Massie, Jr. Whittington Saddlebreds Olde Virginia Pharmacy, Inc. William Boggess Pennsylvania American Saddlebred Horse Assoc. Perry Huffer Phillips Insurance Agency Pisgah’s Lofty Height’s Farm PJ Huffer Plumbing & Heating, Inc. Pricilla Barber Rexrode Masonry & Tile, Inc. Riverview Stables South Roanoke Gas
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SHERRI SURFACE
Trainer of the Year
Three words describe Sherri Surface as a trainer and successful business woman: Organized, energized and focused. Sherri gives 100% to her customers and their horses and she expects the same in return, always striving for them to do their best and to set goals for themselves. She always has the horses’ welfare at top of her priority list, keeping them well groomed as well as her beautiful barn. Sherri, high strung like an American Saddle- bred, is an honest person. You never have to worry about her talking behind your back because if she has a concern, she will dis- cuss it with you face to face. However, so many people never see the softer side of Sherri Surface; a side that wants to give every child an opportunity to ride the American Saddlebred no matter of their socioeconomic background. She opens up her heart to so many adults and children with special needs; helping them to accom- plish their riding goals. When people with a limited budget, come to her and wants a horse to show either in academy or regular shows, she helps them find a way. Sometimes this means her making a show horse out of an ordinary one to fit that budget. Adding to her accomplishments, this past year her entire show string, with Sherri’s guid- ance, won a championship or placed in the top ten on a regional and/or national level. Her ac- complishments would not be possible or as meaningful without the support of her husband, Ben, and her son, Casey, who she is so proud of. Sherri Surface, with her fierce determination, has come a long way. Thank her for pro- moting the American Saddlebred and for helping to give everyone the opportunity to enjoy them!
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ASHAV Adult Sportsmanship Award Casey Surface
The Sportsmanship Award is designed to recognize an individual who embodies the qualities of a sportsman at all times. To be considered for the Award, they should exhibit fairness, courtesy, consideration for their fellow horsemen and contributions to the breed. The recipient of this award is not necessarily a world champion rider or driver, but must possess a World Champion Attitude. This year’s recipient certainly embodies all of these qualities.
He is a dedicated, hardworking, thoughtful person that takes pride in anything he sets out to do. He likes country music, old western movies, cowboy boots, blue jeans, singing while he’s working and loves his dog Skittles.
From about the age 4 to11 horses were not his initial goal in life, he loved to draw & dreamt of being an architect. The closest he came to horses at that point was a stick horse and wanting to be the tractor boy at the Roanoke Valley Horse Show, that is still one of his goals!
He was almost 11 when he decided he wanted to show at the WV State Fair, which was only a couple weeks away, he practiced everyday for hours & he was 2nd out of 8 in his first academy class. Academy was okay, but told his Mom that he wanted his own horse & would pick it out himself and he did. Conestoga Night (Bernie), 13 & under show pleasure with many obstacles to overcome, but they did.
His next major challenge was “He’s Somethin Else” (Jimmy). They spent countless hours together doing eve- rything from grooming & riding to just plain playing around and eating strawberry Pop Tarts together. He taught him how to respect horses, patience, courage, and determination. Every time he came out of the show ring he would always find a “good” that they had accomplished, determined to be better in the next class. Jimmy will always be his “Champion”.
Along the way he has gotten encouragement and advice from trainers that have made an impact on his life….Peter & Kim Cowart, Matt Shiflet, Danny & Nancy Troutman, Gordon & Lori Ingram, John Bare, Matt Lightner, Andre Fourie, Steve Gassen and Roger Meade just to name a few. Roger gave him advice that he will always treasure: I love you like my own. Don’t ever change Be Honest Do everything you do the right way even if it takes longer Don’t try to get rich Be you and Success will follow you De sure to get a good girl in your life and be sure it’s the right one.
He is an honest, hard-working gentleman, who is dedicated to his customers and their horses, having an unsel- fish attitude that promotes good sportsmanship.
It is a great privilege to present this year’s ASHAV Adult Sportsmanship Award to Casey Surface.
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ASHAV SERVICE AWARD Kim Houck
Our ASHAV Service Award is presented each year to a member who has worked in any variety of ways to improve our association
The dedication and willingness of the indi- vidual to work above and beyond the nor- mal call of activities makes her a worthy recipient of this year’s award.
She was born in Bluefield ,WV the young- est of three children.Growing up her dad had horses, and she rode once & awhile, but her father & bother were the cowboys of the family.
She is a graduate of VT with an Account- ing degree and met her husband of 26 years while they were in college. They have two wonderful young adults, who she is very proud of all their achievements. She loves her family, their dog Pepper, Chocolate covered raisins, pandora beads and having fun. Their daughter Jamie, started riding lessons and was showing in Academy classes by the age of 6. And this is how we have gotten to today!
In the years I have known Kim she has always been willing to do anything that is needed to be done. Four years ago when the asso- ciation was looking for a Treasurer she volunteered her services. Last year she redid the whole prizebook in word, making it easier to do necessary changes. After the Horse Show was over she stayed & helped with putting everything away without anyone asking. She has helped with the fund raising, weather it was being an active participant or cheering the rest of us on. and has been a dependable, conscientious, hard working member of ASHAV’s management team.!
We recognize her tonight as she steps down as ASHAV Treasurer, it has truly been a pleasure to have her of the board and work side by side with her, she will be missed, but I know that she will serve in other ways when needed or asked confident that if we need her she will always be willing to help. It is a great honor for me to present to Kim Houck this year’s Ser- vice Award.
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ASHAV SERVICE AWARD Jessica Schaaff
The dictionary lists 28 different meanings for the word “service.” The ones best suited to describe the purpose of this award are: “to be helpful or beneficial; the act of giving assistance to another, and ready to serve.”
Our second Service Award is being presented to an individual who has been busy promoting saddleseat riding and the Ameri- can Saddlebred by looking outside the box, as well as her will- ingness to help whenever needed, usually volunteering without having to be asked.
She started taking riding lessons at Meadow Wood Stables doing Virginia winter tournaments and academy.
Thinking outside the box, she went to the City of Salem got rid- ing lesson into the Parks and Recreation
In the years I have known her she has always been willing to do anything that is needed to be done. She has volunteered to do the scheduling for the Virginia Winter Tournament. She has worked the gate at the ASHAV Horse Show. Sold raffle tickets for the “Ride For the Cure”, help “rent” ponies or pigs for UPHA & ASHAV fundraisers This past year she volunteered to take over the ASHAV Slide Show, since Anna Hudson was unable to do it with going off to college. As you know it provides an advertising opportunity for stables and individuals who would like to show off their favorite picture of their blue ribbon ride, honor a friend, trainer, advertise a stud or horses for sale. it runs continually dur- ing the horse show. She put many long hours in pulling it all together, and did a great job. We are again planning to do this at the 2014 Bonnie Blue & ASHAV Horse Shows. She has took on another challenge, the High Point Slide Show that you are enjoying tonight.
She works for the City of Salem.
For the hours of effort, the required dedication and determination, and her positive attitude, it gives me the greatest pleasure to present this year’s Service Award to Jessica Schaaff!
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ASHAV 2013 Youth Sportsmanship Award Caroline Stephenson
One of the key words that define Sportsmanship is fair-mindedness. This year’s Youth Sportsman defiantly embodies this quality and more. She is a de- voted and diligent young competitor, who has a vey kind, caring and respectful na- ture. She is one of the sweetest and most unselfish young person you will ever meet. This young lady has been riding for 6 years, like most she started in the lesson program. After a couple seasons in the academy program, & dreaming of having her own horse, her parents pur- chased the mare “Irene York” for her. It was love at first sight. Irene is a spirited little mare that is challenging to ride and show and because of this her riding skills have become very good. But this is not to say she hasn’t had her ups & downs. It is easy to be a good sport when things are going well, but the true test is when things are not going all that well. Never complaining only de- termined to do better the next time and always leaves the show ring with a smile. She attends The Community School in Roanoke and has been a foreign exchange student for several years. Helping “rent” pigs & ponies for ASHAV & UPHA fund- raising, selling raffle tickets, and always will do whatever is a required or asked of her. She is a great role model for both young & adult riders alike, always exemplifying eagerness to lend a helping hand, cheer others on and she represents our industry with the utmost integrity. This year’s recipient has a very positive attitude about showing, always a good sport regardless of where she places in competition. Her smile says it all, it’s about having fun and the love of the horse. It is a great privilege to present ASHAV’s Youth Sportsmanship Award to Caroline Stephenson
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Academy Cares is a new program that allows academy riders to give back, similar to Ride for the Cure. The difference is that this program is all year and only applies to acad- emy riders. All riders can have their rides sponsored to raise money for Saint Jude Chil- dren’s Hospital. The minimum donation for each ride can be as little as a $1. Simply fill out the form below and send it in. After each show send in your donation sheet and all money collected. Totals will be announced at the ASHAV Convention and an award for the top earner.
Name: ______Age: ______
Address: ______
City: ______State: _____ Zip: ______Phone: ______
E-mail: ______
If under 18, parents name: ______
Parents E-mail: ______
Signature: ______
Parents Signature: ______
Send forms to: Jessi Schaaff 3341 Carvins Cove Rd Salem Va 24153 [email protected] 540-206-4166
Good luck this show season and thank you for participating in Academy Cares!
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Name Amount sponsored Total amount spon- Total Collected per class sored
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AMERICAN SADDLEBRED WORLD LOSES MARK OF DESIGN
On Saturday, Feb. 22, Mark Of Design died of complications of castration. He was owned, trained and shown by Lisa Worrell Whittle of Imagemaker Farm, Hillsville, Virgina, in the VA/NC show circuit. Mark had nota- ble wins in the Fine Harness, Park and Five-Gaited divisions at such shows as Roanoke, Asheville, Blowing Rock and Raleigh. He sired the 2013Junior and Open Fine Harness Champion at Roanoke, My Lovely Lady.
After castration, Mark was in the process of being sold to Kenny and Ceil Wheeler for their 16 year-old daugh- ter, Catherine, to show in the Juvenile Five-Gaited division. Smith Lilly of Mercer Springs Farm served as agent for the Wheelers. All involved were devastated by the loss.
Mark was the culmination of years of work, breeding study, acquired training skills and a successful show ca- reer. He lifted Lisa into the ranks of being able to successfully compete at anybody's horse show.
I can honestly say he was the most fun horse I have ever had. The thrill of the sale, and the potential world title, added to the achievements that I had only dreamed about, now just within reach. The death of my magnificent horse brought the dream to a shocking end. The fall from the heights of which I had spent years climbing was nothing less than shattering. It was a tragic loss of epic proportions from which I am still recovering. In my heart, I couldn't care less about the money; in reality, it was a hard blow to my horse enterprise.”
To my friends that shared my shock and pain, thank you; alone it was more than I could bear. To my vets, thank you for Mark's care and laying him to rest at my farm. We have become family. To my neighbors with a backhoe, thank you, for he couldn't be laid to rest without you. To my husband, Tom, and my son, Ben, thank you for your support and understanding. To others who have shared in our disbelief of such a tragedy, thank you for your sympathy; it really does lighten a heavy heart. To Catherine, I'm sorry I was unable to deliver to you a new horse. To me, the most closure came when I realized, I was the 16 year-old girl, living my dream and having the time of my life. I love you Mark and will miss you. And thank you God for sending him to me in the first place, the only first place that really matters.” Said Lisa.
If you have anything to share, Lisa Whittle has set up an email especially for Mark: lisasmarkof- [email protected]. Pictures of Mark can be seen on imagemakerfarm.com.
L. Gerald Carter Melody Hill Farm 2047 Beagle Club Road Vinton, VA 24179 [email protected]
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High Point Highlights
Please Check ALL Spellings; Horse, Rider, Owner Let me know if corrections need to be made ASP!!! [email protected]
Easy Fund Raising Opportunity!
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This is a way each of us can help support ASHAV without spending any extra money and very, very little time! If you buy your horse feed at Southern States, all you have to do is save the proof of purchase labels from your feed bags or keep your receipts if you buy in bulk, turn those in to our organization and we will get money for them! Lori Gordon has graciously agreed to collect the proofs of purchases and receipts for ASHAV and to send them in to Southern States. This can be a very big job, and with your help, we hope to keep Lori so busy that she will need an assistant! So start sending in those proofs of purchase.
Thank you for helping ASHAV!
CLIP THE PROOF-OF-PURCHASE SEALS FOR ASHAV
Southern States’ Special Horse Organization Winners (SHOW) Program helps turn empty feed bags into cash for horse-related organizations. Nonprofit breed associations and horse clubs are eligible. Currently more than 300 groups are earning money through the SHOW Program.
Here’s how it works: Register your organization with Southern States in Richmond, VA, then get everyone to clip and save the proof-of-purchase seals found on the back of each bag of feed purchased at a Southern States store. For bulk feed purchases, submit the customer copy of the delivery ticket. For every bag of Legends or Triple Crown feed, your organization will receive 25 cents, and $10 per ton on delivered bulk feed. Reliance feeds are also included at a smaller rebate amount.
Mail your proof-of-purchase seals to: Lori Gordon, 2625 Dodson Rd., Blairs, VA 24527
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ASHAV Youth Points
To complete form please fill out and send to: Jessi Schaaff 3341 Carvins Cove Rd Salem, VA 24153 [email protected]
Name ______Show Participated In ______Location of Show______Dates of Show______
Activity Date of Activity Points Earned
I hereby submit the above form is completely and correctly filled out. Participant Signature ______Trainer/Parent ______
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ASHAV Youth Points
The purpose of the ASHAV youth points is to encourage participation in community service and youth activi- ties at all horse shows. Must be 18 and under and you do not have to be an ASHAV member but it is suggested as it adds to your points count. The system is similar to the horse high points but is for activities completed. For each task completed you will receive points, at the end of the year points will be totaled and a winner an- nounced at the ASHAV Convention. Prizes Will be given in two different age brackets, 14 and under and 15 and over. Below is a list of activities and points received for each activity. Additional activities can be added, share your ideas.
Jr Judging- 10 points ASHAV membership- 5 points Selling raffle tickets/pigs/ponies- 10 points Handing out ribbons- 10 points Ride for the Cure- 15 points Ribbons of Service- 15 points Academy Cares- 15 points Participating in youth events at any show- 5 points ASHA, UPHA, USEF sponsored activities- 10 points
Name: ______Age: ______Address: ______City: ______State: _____ Zip: ______Phone: ______Parents name: ______Parents E-mail: ______Signature: ______Parents Signature: ______
Send forms to: Jessi Schaaff 3341 Carvins Cove Rd Salem Va 24153 [email protected] 540-206-4166
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Release of Photos for Publication
April 28, 2014 I give permission for Darlene Foley to use any of the images on the enclosed disc in the ASHAV news- letter.
I ask that my name remain visible in the published images.
None of these photos are to be distributed to individuals for personal use.
Judy Robichaux (540)248-6719 PhotosByJudy.ExposureManager.com
Don’t forget that we will also have Junior Judging at many shows. All interested youth at welcomed to participate. There is no cost and it is a lot of fun to see if you can match the Judges’ placements in the classes.
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ASHAV High Point Standings as of May 1, 2014
Open Five Gaited Time Attached Morgan Hylton 160 He's Downtown Brown Sherri Surface 160 Rappe' Danny & Nancy Troutman 160 Treasure The Glory Owned by: Sharon Ellington/Shown by: Dana Ellington Mullins 70 Leatherwood's Better Than Ever Andre Fourie 0 Blueberry Yum Yum Rebecca Williams 0
Amateur Five Gaited CH Callaway's Ball of Fire Austin Hazelwood 660 Thunder's Fair Lady Antonius A. Miller 300 Something Perfect Summer Wyatt 160 The Daily Show Kelcey Beech 160 MuchMachacha Charity Bishop 160 Blueberry Yum Yum Rebecca Williams 0
Juvenile Five Gaited Danny Ocean Owned by: Nancy & Danny Troutman/Shown by: Kathy Hall 230 Time Attached Morgan Hylton 160
Junior Five Gaited
Adult Five Gaited Pleasure Something Perfect Summer Wyatt 160 The Daily Show Kelcey Beech 160 CH Callaway's Ball of Fire Austin Hazelwood 160
Juvenile 5-Gaited Pleasure Harlem's Class Act Megan Schultz 480 The Jade Hunter Charlie Haster 160
5-Gaited Pony Undulata's Kipling Morgan Hylton 160
Fine Harness I'm Mighty Bewitching Owned by: Lesley Melvin/Shown by: Janet Webster 570 Take Me Home Tonight Carol S. Reedy 480 Captain Breckingridge Owned by: Debra & Michael Ohlson/ Shown by: Debra Ohlson & Bobby 420 Fox Grape's Limitless Owned by: Sharon Ellington/Shown by: Joe Ellington 0
Open Three Gaited Shadow Mountain Mattalee Owned by: Ginny Kauffelt/Showned by: Leigh Kauffelt 160 My Twinkles Toes Morgan Hylton 160
Amateur 3-Gaited UnChaperoned Carol S. Reedy 460 Shadow Mountain Mattalee Owned by: Ginny Kauffelt/Showned by: Leigh Kauffelt 160 Miss Divine Kelcey Beech 160
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Juvenile 3-Gaited LuLu Guinness Owned by: Snider Farms/Shown by: Frankie Sue Snider 400 My Twinkles Toes Morgan Hylton 160 HS Daydream Believe In Me Owned by: Sharon Ellington/Shown by: Joey Ellington 70 Intensiphi Owned by: Tim & Tammy Bowen/Shown by: Kari Harding 0
Junior 3-Gaited Shadow Mountain Black Ice Owned by: Ginny Kauffelt/Showned by: Casey Surface
3-Gaited Pony
Open 3-Gaited Park Young Money Debra Ohlson 420 Custom Stitches Austin Hazelwood 160 Air of Mystery Owned by: Sharon Ellington/Shown by: Dana Ellington Mullins 80
Amateur 3- Gaited Park Indigo Sky Kiani Fridley 440 CH Cabaret Blues Joy Bowman 420 Blueberry Yum Yum Rebecca Williams 0
Juvenile 3- Gaited Park Gypsy Bay Miss Madison Law 160 Young Money Owned by: Debra Ohlson/Shown by: Brittney Ritter 160 Free bird TS Owned by: Sharon Ellington/Shown by: Joey Ellington 80 It's the Chocolate Soldier Owned by: Tim & Tammy Bawen/Shown by: Kari Harding 0
Junior 3- Gaited Park Stonecroft Bunami Owned by: Snider Farms /Shown by: Andre Fourie 160
ASB Park Pleasure I'm Romeo Joann Bedsaul 440 Harlem's Diamond Rio Lori Ingram 360 Stonecroft Bunami Owned by: Snider Farms / Shown by: Andre Fourie 160 Heir's Girl's Pearl's Pat Yeatts 160 CH Cabaret Blues Joy Bowman 160 Callaway's Sneakingout of Here Owned By: Debra Ohlson/Shown by: Bobby Burgess 160 Because I Said So Owned by: Sharon Ellington/Shown by: Dana Ellington Mullins 75 Mount Kilimanjaro Dana Mullins 0
ASB Adult Pleasure Positive Out Look Mary Dunker 320 Custom Stitches Austin Hazelwood 300 That's Final Jennifer Crozier 290 Jatana's Bidding on the Ritz Owned by: Tommy Barron/Shown by: Leah Barron Wilson 240 I Am Chocolate Thunder Gerald Carter 160 CH Cabaret Blues Joy Bowman 160 Lovin' Louie Anna Hudson 160
Juvenile ASB Pleasure 13 & Under Morelli Lisa & Olivia Horan/Shown by: Olivia Horan 160
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Juvenile ASB Pleasure 14 to 17 Callaway's Sneakingout of Here Owned by: Debra Ohlson/Shown by: Brittney Ritter 420 Callaway's Cinnamon Bay Owned by: Janet & Eleanor Webster/Shown by: Eleanor Webster 380 Leatherwood's Highlight Owned by: Andre Fourie/Shown by: Dre Fourie 140
Juvenile Pleasure W/T 12 & Under Irish Hill's Mountain Star Owned by: Andre Fourie/Shown by: BJ Fourie & Julia Day 325 Stir It Up Dillan Emrich 160
ASB Pleasure Driving Michael's Moving Man Janet & Eleanor Webster 580 Wish Came True Owned by: Janet & Eleanor Webster/Shown by: Janet Webster 420 Private Label Man Owner: Wanda Hensley & Brittney Ritter/Shown by Wanda Hensley 0
ASB Pleasure Prospect A Spot Above Owned by: Elizabeth Durham/Shown by: Makayla Hays 160 George W Owned by: Robert Compton/Shown by: Dre Fourie
Adult ASB Country Pleasure CH Shamrock's Versace Rebecca Tobey/Shown by: Heather Dudley & Kiani Fridley 310 A Spot Above Owned by: Elizabeth Durham/Shown by: Makayla Hays 160 Giovanni's Primo Emily Uy 160 Marching Royally Doris H. Tyler 160 Lovin' Louie Anna Hudson 160
Juvenile ASB Country Pleasure 13 & Under Mountainview's Surpreme Ruler Owned by: Laura Bumgarner/ Shown by: Carlin Bumgarner 300 Worthy's Blue Chip Owner by: Rich & Beth Morrison/Shown by: Cory Morrison 190 The Oberoi Owned by: Dana Ellington Mullins/Shown by: Joey Ellington 160 Sudar Bear's Dream Alexis Jennings 100 Leatherwood's Hancock Owned by: Larry Blankenship/Shown by: Maddie Blankenship 90
Juvenile ASB Country Pleasure 14 to 17 The Musical Link Owned by: Leslie & Whitney Shultz Shown by: Whitney Shultz 0
Juvenile Country Pleasure W/T 12 & Under Mountainview's Elegant Day Kirstein Crouch 320
ASB Country Pleasure Driving Thomas Edison Antonius A. & Stephanie M. Miller 540 Sultan's Lovely Boy Owned by: Wanda Hensley/Shown by: Bonnie Burgess 160
ASB Western Country Pleasure Mountainview's Surpreme Ruler Owned by: Laura Bumgarner/ Shown by: Carlin Bumgarner 240 Worthy's Blue Chip Owner by: Rich & Beth Morrison/Shown by: Cory Morrison 200 Attache's Candi Kiss Patty Hylton 160 CH Cosmic Sunfire Judith Gandarillas 0
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ASB Country Hunter Pleasure A Spot Above Owned by: Elizabeth Durham/Shown by: Makayla Hays 160 Champagne's Primrose Perfection Owned by: Tammy Bowen/Shown by: Elizabeth Durham 160 CH Cosmic Sunfire Judith Gandarillas 0 M&N's Lady Margaret Owned by: Tim & Tammy Bawen/Shown by: Heather Harding 0
Model Two Year Old and Under
Open Road Pony Viola Bent Tree Farm 160
Amateur Road Pony Holy Roller Leigh Kauffelt 160
Juvenile Road Pony Black Jack Chase Tibbs 160 Blue Grass Impression Owned by: Jason Horan/Shown by: Olivia Horan 160
Road Pony Under Saddle Heartland Revolver Owned by: Laura Bumgarner/ Shown by: Carlin Bumgarner 240 Who Dat ! Chase Tibbs 160 Blue Grass Impression Owned by: Jason Horan/Shown by: Olivia Horan 160 You Raise Me Up Owned by: Sharon Ellington/Shown by: Joey Ellington 0
Open Road Horse Starstruch Medea Owned by: Michael Ohlson/Shown by: Bobby Burgess 340 Trump Card Casey Surface 160
Amateur Road Horse
Road Horse Under Saddle Run Forest Run Zack Dillion 300 Trump Card Casey Surface 160
Open Harness Pony
Open Hackney Pony Black Merlin Charles Dawson 160
English Pleasure Pony Gypsy Bay Miss Madison Law 160
Pleasure Pony Driving Heartland Independence Owned by: Bobby Burgess/ Shown by: Bonnie Burgess 380 Just Like Daddy Debbie Barron 260 Heartland Moon Shot Owned by: Sharon Ellington/Shown by: Joey & Erica Ellington 0
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EQUITATION:
Div. I Walk-Trot 10 & Under Trainer: Nancy Troutman Kirstein Crouch 200
Div. II 10 & Under Trainer: Bill Heizer Carlin M. Bumgarner 160
Div. III 11 to 13 Trainer: Jennifer Ward Sigmon Cory Morrison 160
Div. IV 14 to 17
Div. V Adult Trainer: Nancy Troutman Kiani Fridley 160 Trainer: Lee Hudson Anna Hudson 160
Academy Walk/Trot
Academy Walk/Trot & Canter
Walk/Trot Exceptional
Academy Driving
Judy Robichaux
Photography
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ASHAV ADULT or YOUTH SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD NOMINATION FORM
The ASHAV Adult or Youth Sportsmanship Award is designed to recognize an Adult or Youth member of ASHAV who embodies the qualities of a sportsman at ALL times. To be considered for the Award, the adult or youth should exhibit fair- ness, courtesy and consideration for their fellow horsemen, both inside & outside the show ring. The winner of this award is not necessarily a world champion rider, but he/she must possess a world champion Attitude. The deadline for nominations is December 31, 2014. The recipients will be announced at the ASHAV Conven- tion, in March. Please mail nominations to: Carol Reedy, 1617 Maiden Lane, SW, Roanoke, VA 24015.
Nominator Name______Phone Number:______
Nominee’s Name ______Adult______Youth_____
Nominee’s Address______
______
Please submit written documentation, with several specific examples, of why you feel this nominee should be considered for the ASHAV Adult or Youth Sportsman- ship Award. ______
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UPHA Chapter 18 2013 Honor Show Roanoke Valley Horse Show
The UPHA Chapter Honor show award is presented to the show that meets the standards of the professional horsemen and the show horse industry. The attitude of show management and its willingness to work with exhibitors and the professionals for a better horse show, and it also must be well judged, are just a few of the criteria for this honor.
Only a few days before horses were scheduled to arrive, a storm came through the Roanoke Valley that flat- tened all but one of the temporary stalls. Within 48 hours everything was looking like nothing had ever hap- pened, thanks to volunteers working around the clock. Who would of thought that another severe storm would come through again one week later right as Wednesday night’s session was beginning, causing considerable amount of damage to Tent C. Luckily, no horses or people were injured. Trainers, exhibitors, and volunteers pitched in to clear everything out of the affected tent. The equine community really bands together in times of need. The horse show officials were also incredibly quick to act. They organized, reassured, and took immedi- ate action. By Thursday morning, everything was set back up, and once again it looked like nothing had ever happened.
It is evident that the love of horses, the care for one another, and the actions of a well-prepared management are all huge factors in what makes a show successful. The events of the week and the way they were handled exemplified the reason the Roanoke Valley Horse Show earned the UPHA Chapter 18 2013 Honor Show.
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American Saddlebred Horse Association of Virginia ASHAV Membership Application
ALL ASHAV MEMBERSHIPS EXPIRE ON JANUARY 31st
Name: ______Address: ______City/State/Zip: ______Reside in County of: ______Phone Number: ______E-mail Address: ______
Membership: (Please check one) New____ Renewal_____
Junior_____ Individual ____ *Family ____ Lifetime _____ *Lifetime Family____ ($10.00) ($20.00) ($30.00) ($250) ($350)
Current ASHA Member? Y____ N ____
*Family memberships are for parents, their children under 18, and children over 18 but under 21 who live at home. When lifetime family children no longer qualify for family membership, two family members may retain lifetime membership.
Make check payable to ASHAV Mail to: Mary Dunker 5327 Sundance Road Salem, VA 24153
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2014 Horse Show Schedule
May 07 - 10 Bonnie Blue May 22 - 24 Dublin, VA
June 5 -8 Blowing Rock June 17 – 21 Rke Valley
?July 13 Pine Spur ?July 19 &20 Rockbridge County Fair
?Aug. 1 - 3 Morristown,Tn Aug. 17 -23 Kentucky State Fair
Sept. 25 – 28 ASHAV ?Oct. 9 -12 NC State Fair
?Oct. 11 & 12 Old Dominion
Please send me horse show information as soon as you know of any shows where our beloved Saddlebreds are welcome.
Deadlines for Newsletter Submissions:
February/March Issue: February 4 (info about Convention, ODF, Bonnie Blue) June issue: May 15 (info about RVHS) September issue: August 15 (info about ASHAV show) December issue: November 15 (Christmas/ New Year/ Winter Shows)
American Saddlebred Horse Place Association of Virginia Newsletter Stamp 1617 Maiden Lane, SW Here Roanoke, VA 24015 www.ashav.net
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May/June/July 2014
A LOOK AT WHAT’S INSIDE!
Letter fromYour President Cover
Officers 2
Special Thank You to Board Members 4
Special Announcements 5
2013 Show Sponsors & Special Request 6
Special Awards Presentations 8
Academy Cares 13
American Saddlebred World Loses “Mark of Design” 15
Easy Fund Raising Opportunity & High Points Highlight 16
ASHAV Youth Points 17
Nomination Form 27
UPHA Chapter 18 Honor Show Award 28
The Bulletin Board 29
2014 Horse Show Schedule 31