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] Heads Up Virginia! Page 3 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 Page 4 Heads Up Virginia! (Continued from page 1) 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 Heads Up Virginia! Page 5 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 Page 6 Heads Up Virginia! 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) Heads Up Virginia! Page 7 (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.