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SAHIBA Spring Horse Affair

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT

SAHIBA Spring Horse Affair
Start Date: 13-Mar-10 8:00 AM
End Time: 14-Mar-10 6:00 PM
Location: Shelbyville Fairgrounds, Sheblyville, KY
Event Details:

SAHIBA Spring Horse Affair is an open, all breed show. It offers classes for all levels of riders and horses. All Arabian/Half-Arabian classes count towards KIBF points, ASB classes count towards the KY State Fair World's Championship show. The show is also a Bronze level show for the Welsh Pony & Cob Society of America and is recognized by the Paint Alterenative Competitions. For full show details, visit www.SAHIBA.org or contact Deneb Thompson at cygnusarabs@yahoo.com or 304-389-5717

Shelbyville Fairgrounds

Smart Social Media Strategies for Horse Professionals & Horse Business Owners

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Smart Social Media Strategies for Horse Professionals & Horse Business Owners
Start Date: 15-Mar-10 10:00 AM
End Time: 15-Mar-10 11:30 PM
Event Details:

To say there is a lot of buzz about Social Media would be an understatement - Social Media is literally exploding. This month, Facebook hit 400 Million users and combined, Facebook and Twitter receive 155 million visitors per day.

For horse professionals, Social Media has taken word of mouth marketing to a whole new level and since roughly 80% of your business is generated from (or directly influenced by) word of mouth, it is extremely important that you understand how to use it effectively.

Equestrian Professional.com's next tele-seminar/webinar will address "Smart Social Media Strategies for Horse Professionals & Horse Business Owner's". This seminar will take place on March 15, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. (Pacific Time). It is free to all horse professionals and horse business owners. The tele-seminar/webinar will be simulcast. You can attend via your phone or computer.

This seminar will discuss:

1. Essential Social Media Etiquette and Success Principles
a. This will include many important tips and strategies specific to horse professionals that will steer you towards success and save you from disaster!

2. The 4 Big Social Media Platforms – Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn
a. How they differ from each other - Each platform has different uses for equine professionals and each has its own “rules" for success.
b. Which platforms work best for different types of horse business people.

3. How to develop your own personal Social Media Strategy that is effective for your own unique horse business.
a. Realistic Goals & Expectations
b. Branding
c. Personal & Business Uses i.e. Facebook Pages vs. Profiles
d. Efficiency and time management

This seminar is going to cover a lot of material. We realize that there is a wide range of knowledge and social media expertise amongst our members and newsletter subscribers.

In order to make this seminar the best it can be, we will be sending you all a short questionnaire about your social media expertise and goals. Please take the time to fill it out. This will enable us to provide you with an optimal seminar experience.

Depending on the results from the questionnaire we may add additional support material or split the seminar into two sessions in order to accommodate different skill levels.

To register or for more information visit http://www.equestrianprofessional.com/public/637.cfm.

Identifying Equine Neglect

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 22:30:00 GMT

Identifying Equine Neglect
Start Date: 15-Mar-10 6:30 PM
End Time: 15-Mar-10 8:30 PM
Location: Murray State University, Murray, KY
Speaker: Essie Rogers

Event Details:

Identifying Equine Neglect is a two hour seminar which covers the volunteer role in supporting law enforcement efforts to investigate equine neglect. Participants learn about strategies for working with law enforcement officers, re-feeding the starving horse, and veterinary care for the neglected horse. 10 participants required to hold the class. Fees are $15 each as part of a group booking, $20 all others.

For registration click here.

Murray State University

Livestock Investigation Training - Level I

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Livestock Investigation Training - Level I
Start Date: 16-Mar-10 8:00 AM
End Time: 18-Mar-10 5:00 PM
Location: Murray State University, Murray, KY
Event Details:

The Kentucky Horse Council provides Livestock Investigation Training in partnership with the Kentucky Cattlemen's Association. The training is offered to Animal Control Officers, Sheriffs, and other Kentucky law enforcement officials and prosecutors throughout the commonwealth.

Day one includes training on horse behavior, safety, and basic equine knowledge. The first day of training is optional for those with prior horse experience, but recommended for all. Day two and three are required for course completion certificates and include constitutional and Kentucky law, the investigation process, body condition scoring horses and cattle, basic veterinary care, handling and loading horses and cattle, and guidelines for re-feeding the starving horse.

This course has been approved by the Kentucky Animal Control Advisory Board. Re-approval for continuing education credits through the Department of Criminal Justice Training is currently pending.

Click here for a training agenda.

Click here for an application.

Murray State University

Bourbon County Ky. Mounted Patrol Monthly Meeting

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 22:00:00 GMT

Bourbon County Ky. Mounted Patrol Monthly Meeting
Start Date: 16-Mar-10 6:00 PM
End Time: 16-Mar-10 8:00 PM
Location: Bourbon County Extension Office, Paris, Ky. 40361
Event Details:

This is the monthly meeting for the Bourbon County Unit of the Buffalo Trace Mounted Patrol. The meeting is open to the public. Agenda includes documentation and certifications for new members. Also, training and deployment information for 2010. No horses, uniforms are optional.
Richard O'Hare meeting coordinator.

Bourbon County Extension Office

603 Millersburg Road

Paris, Ky. usa 40361

Purina Horse Owners Workship From Our Farm to Yours

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:00:00 GMT

Purina Horse Owners Workship From Our Farm to Yours
Start Date: 16-Mar-10 9:00 PM
End Time: 16-Mar-10 10:30 PM
Speaker: Dr. Karen Davison

Event Details:

Learn about new discoveries being made at our one-of-a-kind Purina Equine Research Facility that will change the way you feed growing horses.

To register visit https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/822043378.

System Requirements
PC-based attendees
Required: Windows® 2000, XP Home, XP Pro, 2003 Server, Vista

Macintosh®-based attendees
Required: Mac OS® X 10.4 (Tiger®) or newer

2010 National Youth Horse Leaders Symposium

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:30:00 GMT

2010 National Youth Horse Leaders Symposium
Start Date: 19-Mar-10 8:30 AM
End Time: 21-Mar-10 5:30 PM
Event Details:

33rd Annual National Youth Horse Leaders Symposium
Hosted by University of Kentucky & University of Louisville

Held in Conjunction with
The Youth Festival In Celebration of the
Alltech World Equestrian Games

Lexington, Kentucky
March 19-21, 2010

The Symposium is a production of the American Youth Horse Council (AYHC), the umbrella organization for the youth horse industry. The 2010 event will boast more than two-dozen internationally and nationally respected teachers assembled to share their keys to successful youth horse programming. Presentations will be aimed at Adult Leaders of Youth Horse Programs, Industry Professionals and Teen Leaders. Roundtable discussions, classroom presentations, interactive sessions, exhibit booths, silent auction, awards banquet and keynote speeches will be highlights of the Symposium. Separate Teen Leader activities will bring youth representing all disciplines and horse breed activities together to learn team building, ethics and network. A pre-conference tour of the area will include horse farms of many disciplines.

THANKS TO OUR SYMPOSIUM SPONSORS:

North American Equine Ranching Information Council
National High School Rodeo Association
Certified Horsemanship Association
Cornell University/NY State 4-H Program
PA 4-H Horse Program
Western Horseman Magazine
Wrangler
Nebraska Horse Council

Kentucky Equine Youth Festival - Celebrating the 2010 World Equestrian Games

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Kentucky Equine Youth Festival - Celebrating the 2010 World Equestrian Games
Start Date: 19-Mar-10 9:00 AM
End Time: 19-Mar-10 5:30 PM
Location: Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY 40511
Event Details:

To celebrate the horse industry as it prepares to welcome the world to the Bluegrass state for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, the Kentucky Equine Youth Festival will host live demonstrations of the eight games events from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 19, at the Kentucky Horse Park.

The Kentucky Equine Youth Festival will be a great opportunity for the youth across the state to experience elite riders first-hand. Invitations were sent to all middle and high schools in Kentucky. Individuals, horse clubs and groups are also invited.

"This is a wonderful opportunity for schools to bring their students and spend a day learning about Kentucky's flagship industry - the horse," said Fernanda Camargo, University of Kentucky assistant professor and head of Kentucky's 4-H Horse Program. "Currently, we have 3,000 students registered."

The events to be showcased are combined driving, dressage, endurance, eventing, jumping, para equestrian, reining and vaulting. Along with demonstrations, attendees will have access to interactive activities and presentations, as well as educational booths from organizations representing all facets of the equine industry. Educational booth possibilities include equine dental work, equine ambulance information, forging shoes, horse tack and horse physicals.

The Kentucky Equine Youth Festival admission is $50 for schools, $25 for youth groups, and $5 for individuals. Schools and youth groups both require advanced registration. The event will be in the new indoor horse arena.

Sponsors for the event include the University of Kentucky Equine Initiative, University of Louisville Equine Industry Program, Kentucky 4-H Horse Program, Kentucky Equine Education Project, Kentucky Department of Education, United States Equestrian Federation, United States Pony Clubs and the Kentucky Horse Council. Additional sponsorship opportunities are still available.

Kentucky Horse Park

4089 Iron Works Pkwy

Lexington, KY US 40511

HORSE HEALTH DAYS

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

HORSE HEALTH DAYS
Start Date: 19-Mar-10 12:00 PM
End Time: 20-Mar-10 4:00 PM
Location: Pendleton Co. Fairgrounds, Falmouth, KY
Event Details:

Northern KY Horse Network and Dr. David Grinstead, DVM, of Harrison Co. Veterinary Veterinary Clinic, provide horsemen an opportunity to take care of their horses' annual health needs. Equine veterinary services, such as annual vaccinations, worming, blood tests and dental and health exams and certifications will be available. Usual farm call fee will be waived. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Northern KY Horse Network Trailblazers for equipment and supplies to continue developement and maintenance of public horseback riding trails.
Appointments must be made in advance. Contact Rhonda Hutchinson at 859-654-6424.

Clinic will also be held in conjunction with Horse Lovers Swap Meet, Sat. Mar. 20.

Pendleton Co. Fairgrounds

US 27

Falmouth, KY USA

Farm Equipment Sale

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 12:30:00 GMT

Farm Equipment Sale
Start Date: 20-Mar-10 8:30 AM
End Time: 20-Mar-10 5:30 PM
Location: Kentucky Horse Park
Event Details:

FARM EQUIPMENT FOR SALE
On Mar 20, the Fayette County Farm Bureau Machinery Auction will be held at the KHP. Nearly 1,000 pieces of used farm and landscaping equipment will be auctioned.

The auction is open to the public. Proceeds will benefit the Fayette County Farm Bureau Education Foundation, which awards an annual scholarship of $20,000 to a Fayette County student.

For more information, or to donate equipment for a 100% tax write-off (instead of letting it rust in the field), contact Carrie Johnson, 859-253-0023 or cjohnson@kyfb.com.

Kentucky Horse Park

Horse College

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:26:14 GMT

Start Date: 11-Mar-10 6:00 PM
End Time: 11-Mar-10 8:30 PM

Woodford/Fayette/Jessamine County Extension Office

Horse College

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:26:14 GMT

Start Date: 18-Mar-10 6:00 PM
End Time: 18-Mar-10 8:30 PM

Woodford/Fayette/Jessamine County Extension Office

Kentucky Horse Park To Assist Abused & Neglected Horses

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT

NEWS RELEASE

Cindy Rullman

859-259-4209 ext 209

Cindy.Rullman@ky.gov

KENTUCKY HORSE PARK TO ASSIST
ABSUED AND NEGLECTED HORSES

Third Annual John Henry Memorial Equine Adoption Fair Will be Held this April

LEXINGTON, Ky (March 11, 2010) Three years ago, in response to the plight of abused and neglected horses across the state, the Kentucky Horse Park created the John Henry Memorial Equine Adoption Fair to provide assistance to organizations involved in rescuing them.

The John Henry Memorial Equine Adoption Fair is named in memory of the park's beloved former resident, the legendary racehorse John Henry, and will be held in partnership with the Kentucky Horse Council. The adoption fair will feature adoptable horses from several Kentucky-based equine rescue organizations, in an effort to assist these organizations in finding good homes for their rescued horses.

"Horses are the sole reason the Kentucky Horse Park exists and they have provided a living for thousands of park employees for 32 years," stated John Nicholson, executive director of the park. "We try to return the favor by improving the lives of some horses who haven't been as fortunate as the ones who live and compete at our park.

"We believe that it is very important to make a statement to the world about the priority Kentucky gives to equine welfare. This summer the nations will come to Kentucky for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. When they look at how we treat our horses, we want them to see a model that will inspire an increased level of equine care in other countries. Our adoption fair is one piece of that inspiring story."

The John Henry Memorial Equine Adoption Fair, Saturday, April 17, 11:15am to 5:00pm is open to the public. Horses may be inspected by potential adoptors beginning at 10:30am and throughout the day. There will also be a few dogs and cats available for adoption from local shelters.

Nicholson continued, "Our adoption fair may be a rather humble event, but it makes a difference in the lives of the unwanted horses who are adopted as a result. Our goal is to assist an even larger number of horses this year."

In conjunction with the adoption fair, a Happy Hour for Horses will take place in participating restaurants and bars in Central Kentucky on April 16 and 17. Proceeds will benefit the Save Our Horses fund (SOHO), administered by the Kentucky Horse Council. The SOHO fund provides financial support for food and veterinary care when an agency or county cares for a horse that has been confiscated due to its poor condition. In addition, the fund provides an Equine Abuse Investigation Class to train local officials on how to successfully identify horses that need help, and how to ensure prosecution when it is warranted.

As an added attraction, a celebrity pony named Molly, famous as one of the country's few successful equine amputees, will make appearances throughout the day. Molly was rescued during Hurricane Katrina and adopted by Kaye Harris, who operates an equine shelter in Louisiana. Molly's story has inspired people around the world, and she will be at the adoption fair to demonstrate the importance of equine rescue and adoption.

Nicholson concluded, "The Kentucky Horse Council and these equine adoption organizations are out there on the front lines every day, battling to save the animals who have made Kentucky the Horse Capital of the World. We want to come alongside them in their life-saving mission and make it a little easier for them to continue their work on behalf of horses."

For more information on the John Henry Memorial Equine Adoption Fair, go to www.KyHorsePark.com or contact Cindy Rullman, 859-259-4209 or Cindy.Rullman@ky.gov. To learn about the life-saving work being done by the Kentucky Horse Council through their SOHO fund, click on http://www.kentuckyhorse.org/SoHo.

11-Mar-10 12:00 PM

AHC Releases Report on Equestrian Access

Bridget Harrison — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

On March 9, 2010, the American Horse Council released its 2009 Report on Equestrian Access on Federal Land. The 2009 report is intended to provide a brief overview of the responses the AHC received from equestrians to its ongoing access survey in 2009. The report can be viewed and downloaded here.

In July of 2009 the American Horse Council launched an effort to collect information regarding equestrian access issues on federal lands. This effort was prompted by a growing concern among recreational riders around the country that they were seeing a reduction in the number of trails and trail heads open to equestrians on federal land.

The center piece of this effort has been an AHC online form riders can use to report their personal experiences regarding trails on federal lands that have been closed to them or other access issues. This online form is located here on the AHC website.

Hundreds of thousands of Americans use horses and pack stock to enjoy America’s great outdoors each year. However, it is an experience that cannot be enjoyed without access to public land, trail systems, and trailheads.

The AHC will use this report to illustrate some of the challenges facing recreational riders to Congress and the federal agencies. This report will be an important tool in the fight to ensure equestrians continue to have recreational opportunities on federal land.

The AHC asks all recreational riders to visit the AHC website and continue to report any access issues they have had using this electronic form. https://www.horsecouncil.org/survey.php

If you have any questions please contact the AHC.

11-Mar-10 11:00 AM

Kentucky Horse Council Press Releases Availabe Via iPhone App From Hallway Feeds

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The Kentucky Horse Council's press releases are now viewable on your iPhone! Simply search for and download the Hallway Feeds app, and you will be able to view our press releases as they are announced, as well as other industry news!

Thank you to Hallway Feeds for supporting the Kentucky Horse Council by including us in their application.

Hallway Feeds Announces New iPhone Application

From iPhone Developers Journal

The management team of Hallway Feeds, an internationally recognized manufacturer of premium equine feed and nutritional products for over 45 years, is pleased to announce its new iPhone Application, Hallway Headlines, the first application for all the latest equine headlines.

Hallway Headlines is available to download free through iTunes for the iPhone. It is the only news application completely dedicated to equine news, information, nutrition facts, coupons and more in a simple format. Included are Thoroughbred breeding and racing, World Equestrian Games, AQHA, Dressage, Polo, Eventing, Kentucky Horse Park, and many more.

“We are excited to be the first iPhone application that is dedicated to everything equine,” said Lee Hall, Vice President of Hallway Feeds. “With this application, users interested in the equine industry can get all the latest information with the touch of a button, from wherever you happen to be, at any time of the day,” adds Hall.

11-Mar-10 11:00 AM

International Exhibition Of Arabian Art Opens In May

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

From the Kentucky Horse Park

NEWS RELEASE

Cindy Rullman

Kentucky Horse Park

859-259-4209 ext 209

Cindy.Rullman@ky.gov

Carla Blanton

Carla Blanton Consultants

859-608-4850

carla.blanton@insightbb.com

INTERNATIONAL BLOCKBUSTER EXHIBITION OF

ARABIAN ART OPENS IN MAY

Saudi Arabian Equestrian Federation Presents "A Gift from the Desert"

LEXINGTON, KY (March 9, 2010) The largest and most comprehensive collection of exotic Near Eastern and Arabian equine art and artifacts ever assembled will soon be on view when A Gift from the Desert: The Art, History and Culture of the Arabian Horse is presented May 29-October 15 in the Kentucky Horse Park's International Museum of the Horse - a Smithsonian Affiliate.

A Gift from the Desert will be the first major exhibition to explore the impact of the horse on Near Eastern civilization, with particular emphasis on the Arabian, the first true breed of horse. It will concentrate on the Near East, covering the modern states of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Yemen, Kuwait, Bahrain, Syria, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Israel, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Algeria, Turkey, India and Iran. It will begin with the arrival of the first horses in the Near East and culminate in the spread of the Arabian breed throughout the world and the renaissance of purebred breeding in its ancestral homelands today.

This breathtaking exhibition, presented by the Saudi Arabian Equestrian Federation, will feature nearly 400 artifacts and works of art from 25 museums and private lenders including the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the British Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Oxford University, Ashmolean Museum, Carnegie Museum of Art, National Museum of Warsaw, Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, American Museum of Natural History, and many others.

John Nicholson, executive director of the Kentucky Horse Park, observed, "Throughout history, horses have had a unique ability to dismantle the walls that exist between people and nations, particularly when those horses are possessed of extraordinary beauty, as are Arabians. Those who love and admire horses share a deep connection with each other regardless of age, class, race or religion. So we are very proud that the Kentucky Horse Park has developed this exhibition as a way to honor and celebrate the Arabian horse."

Among the priceless works of art and artifacts in A Gift from the Desert are the Standard of Ur (circa 2,600 BCE), the first depiction of equine driving, and the Kikkuli tablet, the world's earliest known treatise on horse care and training from the Hittite civilization.

Some items are expected to be particularly popular with equine enthusiasts, including an outstanding collection of Orientalist paintings by Delacroix, Schreyer and Fromentin; early depictions of the earliest Arabian-type horses from Egypt's New Kingdom, and a stunning selection of saddles, tack, armor and arms (many bejeweled), from the Ottoman Empire.  Other pieces of interest include:

Faience horse trappings from a Nubian horse grave dating to 700 BC;
Egyptian 18th dynasty bas-reliefs depicting horses during the reign of Pharaoh Akhenaten (1353-1336 BC), who was married to Nefertiti and was believed to be the father of King Tutankhamen;
Rock drawings from Jordan with early depictions of Arabian horses; as well as rare depictions of horses on rock art from Arabia;
The Mleiha golden bridle excavated from a horse burial in Sharjah, UAE;
The Abbas Pasha Manuscript, a legendary 19th century document prepared by the emissaries of the Viceroy of Egypt relating the history and strains of Arabian horses;
Original sketches by the famed cartoonist and early Arabian horse breeder Homer Davenport, as well as original documents relating to his historic importation of horses;
A large selection of the 19th century equestrian works of Polish painter Juliusz Kossak;
Rare lithographs from the collection of Dr. Karin Thieme, including the work of Gericault, Adams and Vernet as well as eight images from the famed Caroussel, originally given as a wedding gift for the future King of Germany upon his marriage to the daughter of the Russian czar;
A rare book of original watercolors from the Emile Hermes collection, depicting the famous horses of the stud of the King of Wurttemburg in Germany.

"These rare artifacts will be united for the first and only time in one location," said Bill Cooke, director of the International Museum of the Horse. "The story of the Arabian breed is a thread of continuity throughout the exhibition, but our art and artifacts also explore the rich and varied cultures of the peoples that treasured them and the vast contributions the ancient Near East and Arab world have made to civilization."

This will be the third international blockbuster exhibition at the International Museum of the Horse* and is expected to draw 300,000 visitors. It will be on exhibit during the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games at the park - the largest sporting event in the United States in 2010, to attend as the cultural heart of the games for hundreds of thousands of national and international visitors.

A Gift from the Desert is one of Kentucky's two biggest events in 2010, alongside the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, and one of the most prestigious art events in North America.

Nicholson concluded, "Considering the inexpressible beauty of the Arabian horse, the rich and ancient culture surrounding it, its impact on nearly every modern breed of horse and its continued popularity around the world, it's easy to understand why we are so excited and extremely pleased and proud to offer this exhibition to the world."

Tickets are $21 for adults and $11 for children. For information on the exhibition or the museum, contact the International Museum of the Horse, 859-259-4232 or go to www.agiftfromthedesert.com. For group tour information, contact Ali Mihankhah, 859-259-4225 or ali.mihankhah@ky.gov.

EDITOR'S NOTE: High resolution photos of pieces in this exhibition are available for use with this release in your publication by emailing Cindy.Rullman@ky.gov.

*Other blockbuster exhibitions in the International Museum of the Horse were Imperial China: The Art of the Horse in Chinese History in 2000 and All the Queen's Horses: The Role of the Horse in British History in 2003.

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The Kentucky Horse Park is a working horse farm/theme park and equine competition facility dedicated to man's relationship with the horse. The park is an agency of the Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet that hosted nearly 870,000 visitors and campers, as well as 15,000 competition horses in more than 100 special events and horse shows in 2009. The park is home to the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games and the National Horse Center which comprises more than 30 national and regional equine organizations. Located at Exit 120, Interstate 75, just north of Lexington, the Kentucky Horse Park is The place to get close to horses. Open daily March 15 to October 31, and Wednesday through Sunday, November 1 to March 14.

11-Mar-10 11:00 AM

Participate In The Freshman Sire Contest & Win Cash Prizes!

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

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Visit us at www.thoroughbredtimes.com

Racing fans will be given the opportunity to test their skills at predicting the performance of this year’s crop of freshman sires—with the chance to win prize money at the same time—by entering the 2010 Freshman Sire Contest, presented by Markel and THOROUGHBRED TIMES.

In addition to an overall winner of the year, the contest will award $50 to each of the monthly leaders. A total of $1,400 will be awarded in the contest, with $600 going to the winner. Registration is underway and runs through 11:59 p.m. on Friday, April 23.

This popular year-long contest returns for the 2010 racing season combined with the efforts of John Egan of Markel, who ran a similar competition for Markel in previous years.

“The 2009 Markel Freshman Sire competition was a great success and a lot of fun to organize,” Egan said. “However, by teaming up with THOROUGHBRED TIMES in 2010, this will reach a wider audience and I am excited to see the response from horse racing fans from all over the country.”

The free and interactive contest will allow entrants to create their own freshman “Stallion Barn” by choosing one freshman sire from each of six categories. Monthly and year-end prizes will be determined by the leading “Stallion Barn” in combined progeny earnings (as published by THOROUGHBRED TIMES, appearing regularly in the weekly magazine, THOROUGHBRED TIMES TODAY, and at www.thoroughbredtimes.com) on the freshman sire list.

A complete set of rules for the contest are available on the THOROUGHBRED TIMES website.

Egan and THOROUGHBRED TIMES Managing Editor Tom Law will discuss the contest, prizes, and rules during the Horse Racing Radio Network’s Equine Forum program live from Markel’s Lexington office on Saturday morning from 8 to 10 a.m. EDT. A live audio stream of the program is available at www.horseracingradio.net or locally in Lexington on WLXO 96.1 FM. A podcast of Saturday’s broadcast will also be available on the Horse Racing Radio Network website.

The contest will feature daily updates at www.thoroughbredtimes.com so players can monitor the progress of their “Stallion Barn” and track their standings against other competitors. A bimonthly update also will be provided in the daily newsletter THOROUGHBRED TIMES TODAY. This will keep track of leading contestants, update standings, identify stallions moving up and down the sire list, and profile monthly and seasonal sire leaders.

Each month from May through December, there will be a $50 cash prize awarded to the contestant whose “Stallion Barn” has earned the greatest progeny earnings for that month. In January 2011, Markel and THOROUGHBRED TIMES will announce the grand prize winners of the competition.

In addition to the $600 first-place prize, $300 will be awarded for second place, and $100 will be awarded for third place. Additionally, at the end of the contest, Markel and THOROUGHBRED TIMES will make a donation of $1,000 to charity.

For more information, contact THOROUGHBRED TIMES Managing Editor Tom Law, (859) 260-9800 or John Egan at Markel, (866) 681-6679 or jegan@markelcorp.com.

11-Mar-10 11:00 AM

BCHA Tells You How To Make It Matter

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

For Additional Information Contact: Peg Greiwe
Back Country Horsemen of America
1-888-893-5161
www.backcountryhorse.com

As the leading advocate for horseback riding and stock use on public land, Back Country Horsemen of America (BCHA) continuously reviews land management agencies’ notices of rules changes, planning processes, and the like to evaluate their potential effect on our recreation.

A recent press release from the US Forest Service announced a series of events to provide opportunities for public discussion on the development of a new Forest Service Land and Resource Management Planning Rule (planning rule). The Forest Service will host a national science forum, three national roundtables and nine regional roundtables.

To the average horseback rider, this probably sounds like a real yawning, good time. While that may turn out to be the case at a particular event, this is the announcement of some of the most important meetings the USFS will hold this year, perhaps in this decade.

To help horseback riders and trail users understand how important these meetings are to their future ability to enjoy these public lands, BCHA has prepared an instructional memo that will offer advice on how to effectively comment at these meetings or online. To obtain a complete copy of this paper, go to www.backcountryhorse.com and under Current Reports on the home page, select “Comments FS Planning Rule.”

BCHA Senior Advisor for Wilderness, Recreation and Trails, Dennis Dailey noted that the “Background” statement says the rule is “needed to guide land managers” … and provide “the opportunity to help protect, reconnect, and restore national forests and national grasslands for the benefit of human communities and natural resources,” and that the rule “will allow the Agency to integrate forest restoration, watershed protection, climate resilience, wildlife conservation, the need to support vibrant local communities, …” It’s difficult to argue with that intent, but of course the “devil is in the details.”

Planning rules since 2000 have grossly neglected a very important responsibility – to provide quality recreation opportunities as required by both the Multiple-Use Sustained-Yield Act and the National Forest Management Act.

No other resource, service or product derived from Forest System lands touches the lives of more Americans nor has greater opportunity to foster citizen support than does the opportunity to choose from the variety of recreation settings necessary to enjoy a quality recreation experience.

Since the 2000 planning rule (and subsequent proposed revisions) was approved, guidance to address the recreation resource has been conspicuously absent from the planning direction. As a result, forest plan revisions that BCHA has reviewed lack a clearly defined strategy for integrating recreation into the forest’s overall activities.

Without a clearly defined strategy – including an inventory of opportunities available and assessment of future demand for those opportunities – it is impossible to determine whether proposed actions “to integrate forest restoration, watershed protection, climate resilience, wildlife conservation” will in fact “support vibrant local communities,” provide the optimum mix of recreation opportunities for the American public (which of course goes way beyond the local community), and avoid ‘unintended consequences’ such as those that BCHA has witnessed during implementation of the Travel Management Rule.

The USFS press release stated, "We encourage broad participation in the creation of our new planning rule," said USDA Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell. "Through collaboration we will be able to better address the current and future needs of the National Forest System such as restoration, protecting watersheds, addressing climate change, sustaining local economies, improving collaboration, and working across landscapes."

Following the meetings, notes will be posted on the planning rule Web site, http://www.fs.usda.gov/planningrule, to allow for further feedback. Summaries of the presentations and discussions in the science forum and roundtables, along with the individual comments received during the 60-day formal comment period on the Notice of Intent, will be used to develop the proposed rule and a draft environmental impact statement.

The meetings announced include:
National Science Forum March 29 and 30, 2010, in Washington, DC.
National roundtables April 1 and 2, April 20 and 21, and May 11 and 12, 2010, in Washington, DC. Additionally, nine regional roundtables in the following locations:
•   Pacific Northwest Region (Region 6), Portland, OR on April 6, 2010;
•   Pacific Southwest Region (Region 5),Sacramento, CA on April 6, 2010;
•   Intermountain Region (Region 4), Salt Lake City, UT on April 8, 2010;
•   Rocky Mountain Region, (Region 2), Lakewood, CO on April 12, 2010;
•   Northern Region (Region 1), Missoula, MT on April 13, 2010;
•   Alaska Region (Region 10), Juneau, AK on April 13, 2010;
•   Southern Region (Region 8), Atlanta, GA during the week of April 12, 2010 (exact date to be determined);
•   Eastern Region (Region 9), Chicago, IL during the week of April 28 (exact date to be determined); and
•   Southwestern Region (Region 3), Albuquerque, NM on April 28, 2010.
•   Region 2 will host additional meetings on April 14 in Cheyenne, WY and on April 21 meeting   in Rapid City, SD.

Webcasting may also be available for selected meetings; please check the planning rule website, at http://www.fs.usda.gov/planningrule, for the most up-to-date information.

To encourage widespread participation the Forest Service is using new media tools in conjunction with the public meetings. Please visit http://blogs.usda.gov/usdablogs/planningrule to participate in the Forest Service web-based planning rule blog.

BCHA is a non-profit corporation made up of state organizations, affiliates, and at large members. Their efforts have brought about positive changes in regards to the use of horses and stock in the wilderness and public lands. If you want to know more about Back Country Horsemen of America or become a member, visit their website: www.backcountryhorse.com, call 888-893-5161, or write PO Box 1367, Graham, WA 98338-1367. The future of horse use on public lands is in our hands!

11-Mar-10 11:00 AM

Seminar Addresses Neglected Horses March 17

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:00:00 GMT

From West Kentucky Star
By WestKyStar Staff

MURRAY, KY - The Kentucky Horse Council in cooperation with The Humane Society of Calloway County will present a two-hour seminar on Monday, March 15 for people who want to know how to help abused and neglected horses in our community. The seminar, Volunteer Role in Supporting Abused or Neglected Horses, will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Murray State University Equine Center on College Farm Road in Murray.

The cost is $15 per person. A minimum of ten registrants is required for the program to be held and a maximum of 25 registrants will be accepted.

Topics covered will be:
* How to identify horses at risk
* Working with animal control and law enforcement officials to support the investigation of cruelty
* Re-feeding the starving horse following AAEP Guidelines for Re-feeding the Starving Horse

Pre-registration is required so that packets can be assembled. To register for the volunteer seminar, contact the Humane Society of Calloway County at 270-759-1884 or humanesociety@murray-ky.net .

“We hope that people across the Purchase area will attend this seminar and learn more about how to help horses in our portion of the commonwealth,” said Humane Society Executive Director Kathy Hodge. “Our goal is to have as many people educated about recognizing and supporting abused and neglected horses as possible.”

The program for volunteers precedes a three-day seminar on equine abuse investigation for professionals on Mar. 16-18 for animal control officers, law enforcement personnel and humane investigators. Also conducted by the Kentucky Horse Council and in cooperation with Murray State University, the professional training will provide hands-on opportunities to prepare the participants to identify, manage and care for neglected horses. Contact the Kentucky Horse Council at 1-866-634-0030 to register for the professional training program.

The mission of The Humane Society of Calloway County is to extend humane education, teaching kindness and concern for animals and humans alike; to relieve suffering and prevent cruelty to animals; to increase awareness of pet overpopulation and work to reduce it; to enrich our community through the promotion of quality of life for animals and people.

For any questions regarding animals in our community, please contact the Humane Society of Calloway County at 270-759-1884 or humanesociety@murray-ky.net or visit our office at 607 Poplar Street Suite A-1.

11-Mar-10 10:00 AM

Churchill Downs Accepts Kentucky Online Gambling Tax

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:00:00 GMT

From Online Casino Advisory.com

A new tax suggested for online gambling deposits made by Kentucky residents will not be fought by Churchill Downs, which already somehow is fortunate enough to accept Internet wagers despite federal and state prosecutions of competitors.

Bob Evans, president of Churchill Downs, Incorporated, said this week that his company won't resist a tax by the state of Kentucky on online gambling plays. Churchill Downs accepts Internet wagers through its TwinSpires website, even though both Kentucky and the US government are actively prosecuting Internet gambling operators and claim online betting is illegal.

Kentucky House Speaker Pro Tem Larry Clark has introduced a bill which would impose a 0.5 percent tax on deposits by Kentucky residents to accounts funding either online or telephone gambling. The tax would operate to support the state's struggling horse racing industry, with a third of revenue going to whichever track is running, a third to purses, and a third to the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission.

The bill has passed the House and is currently in the Senate. Clark says the measure, if enacted, may raise as much as $400,000 annually.

Evans stated that, while Churchill Downs doesn't like the idea of being taxed on revenue and then again on profit, it can live with this law.

“Most businesses don’t usually face both front-end and back-end taxes, but in this particular case, given that the amount is pretty small, 0.5 percent, and how those funds are then distributed, we think we can live with this one,” Evans said.

While live track handles continue to decline, online gambling sites show growth as patrons appreciate the ease and comfort of placing wagers through the Internet. Even the tangled and contorted legal thinking of the federal government and Kentucky cannot prevent the rising popularity of Internet gaming.

11-Mar-10 10:00 AM

Rodeo Coming to Muhlenberg County

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:00:00 GMT

From isurfhopkindsco.com
Written by J.L. Graham

HOPKINS COUNTY, KY – The Muhlenberg County Ag Convention Center is hosting the annual Lone Star Rodeo again this year. Lone Star has been an active event every year during the spring season for several years in Muhlenberg County and is always a very popular event. In the past, residents from throughout Western Kentucky have traveled to enjoy the fun family friendly Texas-style excitement that the Rodeo brings.

This years’ rodeo will feature such exciting events as bareback bronco riding, steer wrestling, team roping, calf roping, cowgirls breakaway roping, cowgirls barrel racing and Brahma Bull Riding. The event will also feature the ever-popular Cowboy Kid Cutter and his Trick Horse Stormy, plus Mike Wentworth the Rodeo Clown.

As always, the Lone Star Championship Rodeo always has something for everyone in the family. The 2010 Rodeo season is no exception, having a number of events and activities oriented towards children. There will be a best dressed cowboy and cowgirl contest for kids 10 and under, so bring out your best cowboy hat for your little ones. Also, specifically for kids, there will be the Gold Rush event for 10 and under children.

Get your best vest and flannel shirt on, grab your six-shooters, practice your best yee-haw and hit the saddle for an always fun-filled evening of Bronc-busting fun and adventure. The rodeo will begin on Friday, March 5 at 8 PM and Saturday, March 6, also at 8 PM. Tickets are $10.00 in advance and $12.00 at the door. Children 4-12 are $8.00 in advance and $10.00 at the door. Ages 3 and under get free admissions. Tickets can be purchased at the Muhlenberg Ag Convention Center (338-0313) or at the Pogue Group in Greenville.

Sponsors for the event include The Pogue Group, Muhlenberg Farm Bureau, Barry Guillory Bits and Spurs, Mortenson Silver and Saddles, Skyline Animal Clinic, Medford Excavating, Insight Media, A&J Graphix, West Kentucky Horse Sales, and WBKR Radio.

J. L. Graham
iSurf News

11-Mar-10 10:00 AM

Louisville Committee To Plan Local Events During Equestrian Games

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:00:00 GMT

From Louisville Courier-Journal

Mayor Jerry Abramson has appointed a Louisville host committee to plan activities for people to participate in during the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games to be held at the Kentucky Horse Park near Lexington from Sept. 25 to Oct. 10.

The initial group has about 30 members and is similar to the host committee set up to plan activities in connection with the 2008 Ryder Cup, an international golf event at Valhalla Golf Club.

“Louisville is proud to be a partner with the World Games 2010 Foundation, Alltech, Kentucky State Government and the City of Lexington in welcoming the world to Kentucky for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games,” Abramson said in a news release.

“I feel sure that this extraordinary event will bring…guests and journalists from all over the world; thousands of hotel bookings and restaurant reservations, visits to many of Kentucky’s finest tourist attractions — benefits beyond our imagination.”

Abramson said he expects some people attending the games to stay in Louisville and visit the city’s attractions. The host committee is looking for ways to welcome the visitors — and to encourage Louisville citizens to attend the games.

The co-chairmen of the Louisville host committee are Andrew Beshear, a lawyer with Stites & Harbison, and Nana Lampton, chairwoman of Hardscuffle Inc. The other committee members include representatives of some Louisville attractions and public agencies, business and civic leaders and officials of Louisville’s hospitality and travel industry.

The World Equestrian Games will feature world championship competitions in eight equestrian disciplines.

The games are held every four years, two years prior to the Olympics. This will be the first time the Games have been held in the United States.

Tickets to the World Equestrian Games are being sold online through Ticketmaster. For additional information about purchasing tickets, visit www.alltechfeigames.com/tickets

11-Mar-10 10:00 AM

Hands-On Education Offered for New Horse Owners in Central Kentucky

noemail@kentuckyhorse.org — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 23:00:00 GMT

On April 3, 2010 the Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) is conducting a full day hands-on training for horse interested adults and new horse owners. The first of a two part series, Horse Handling Basics combines classroom instruction with hands-on activities to teach safe handling skills to those who are new to horses, or just interested in learning more about horses. The session begins with information about horse behavior and safety. Participants progress throughout the day with each topic building upon the knowledge and skills learned earlier. By the completion of the workshop all attendees will have learned basic anatomy, equine behavior, and safety. All will have the opportunity to approach and handle horses and learn to halter, lead, and groom. “Horse Handling Basics provides a foundation for additional activities involving horses, which may eventually include riding and/or ownership. The skills taught in this training are used by horse owners every day,” commented...

Equine Association Leadership Training Offered by Kentucky Horse Council

noemail@kentuckyhorse.org — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Since the weather is not conducive to outdoor equestrian activities, winter is often the time for equine organizations to conduct annual meetings, plan for the coming year, and elect officers. Associations of all breeds and disciplines look to horsemen and women to step into leadership roles by serving as directors and officers. Some elected directors have prior leadership experience while others do not. In an attempt to assuage the challenges of breaking in new leaders the Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) is offering online training for new board members and equine association officers. On March 22, 2010 the first webinar of a two part series will be held from 7-8 p.m. EST. Equine Association Leadership will be conducted by KHC Vice President and former President of the Northern Kentucky Horse Network, Anna Zinkhon. In the course of the one hour presentation Zinkhon discusses successful strategies for meeting management, working effectively with committees, engaging members, and...

Hall of Fame Jockey, Chris McCarron, Honored by Kentucky Horse Council

noemail@kentuckyhorse.org — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 21:00:00 GMT

On a cold February evening Thoroughbred Farm Managers from around the Commonwealth converged at Keeneland Racecourse in Lexington for a regular monthly meeting of the Kentucky Thoroughbred Farm Manager’s Club. While the impact of the cold weather on the 2010 foaling season was a common thread in various conversational clusters, they experienced a few moments of respite with good food and educational presentations. The meeting commenced with a special presentation to well-known Hall of Fame Jockey and founder of the North American Racing Academy, Chris McCarron. No stranger to the lime light, McCarron served as the host of an award winning educational DVD created by the Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) last year. HorseSmarts: Essential Advice for Today’s Horse Owner was filmed on location throughout the Commonwealth in the fall of 2008. In February 2009 the film crew convened one last time in Georgetown at Cloud Nine Farm, owned by Chris McCarron, to capture footage of...

Producer Developed Livestock Investigation Training Offered in Western Kentucky

noemail@kentuckyhorse.org — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:00:00 GMT

For the second time in as many years, the Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) in partnership with the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association (KCA) offers Level I Livestock Investigation Training in Murray, Kentucky. The three day intensive hands-on training prepares animal control and peace officers for the investigation and case management of livestock situations. Developed by experienced enforcement officers, veterinarians, and livestock producers, this training is unique to the Commonwealth. Throughout the Level I course attendees learn how to handle horses and cattle, access body condition score in both species, identify situations that need intervention, and apply Kentucky statutes to animal cases. “By expanding the knowledge base of Kentucky officers we’ve positively impacted the outcome in several equine cases over the past two years,” remarked KHC Board President, Madelyn Millard. “Repeatedly, since we began offering investigation training in 2008,...

Equestrian Competitors Eligible for Financial Awards Through KY Horse Council Program

noemail@kentuckyhorse.org — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 20:00:00 GMT

The Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) recently announced a Horse of the Year Program which provides cash incentives to horse owners whose animals compete and perform well in a variety of disciplines. Participants in hunter/jumper, dressage/eventing, and stock seat competitions held in Kentucky are eligible to compete for three separate $300 yearend cash prizes. “The Kentucky Horse Council has been supporting flat shod competitors in Kentucky Saddlebred and Walking Horse shows for several years through the Natural Pleasure and Trail Pleasure class sponsorships,” explained KHC Board President, Madelyn Millard. “It’s time we expand our support to recognize horse and competitor accomplishments in a variety of disciplines.” Horses registered for the Horse of the Year Program may be ridden by amateurs or professionals. Cash awards are made to the horse owner. Individuals leasing a horse for the competition season may compete for the Horse of the Year award in...

Kentucky Horse Council Awards Scholarships to Outstanding Students

noemail@kentuckyhorse.org — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:00:00 GMT

Four Kentucky students pursuing degrees in equine studies or related fields each received a $1250 scholarship toward spring 2010 tuition from the Kentucky Horse Council (KHC). A total of eight $1250 scholarships were awarded in 2009 KHC awarded (four each semester) to elite students. Applicants were evaluated based on their academic performance, community involvement and personal essay. “2009 recipients of the Kentucky Horse Council scholarships are distinctive students with a resume of outstanding accomplishments,” observed Madelyn Millard, KHC Board President. KHC scholarships were awarded for spring semester 2010 to the following students attending Kentucky schools: Ashlyn Anderson-Keelin of Owensboro, Kentucky studies English in the Equine Scholars Program at Georgetown College. A sophomore, she plans to work in the equine industry and hopes to continue teaching dressage lessons. Anderson-Keelin was active in the Pennyrile Pony Club competing in dressage and...

New Horse Owner Education a Priority for Kentucky Horse Council

noemail@kentuckyhorse.org — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Expanding the horse owning population in Kentucky is important to the Kentucky Horse Council (KHC). Through education, the member-based non-profit encourages responsible horse ownership and management practices to build a strong and vibrant equine community. The Kentucky Horse Council is no stranger to educating new horse owners. In 2009 they released HorseSmarts: Essential Advice for Today’s Horse Owner, an award winning DVD. The sixty minute video which was shown on KET last summer and fall includes information on the top ten things new horse owners should know. The affordable DVD is available for purchase through tack and feed stores and online at http://www.kentuckyhorse.org/horsesmarts/. “First-time horse owners are often at a disadvantage as there are very few organized hands-on programs for adults to learn about horses and horsemanship skills,” observed KHC Board President, Madelyn Millard. “There is so much information available online that it can...

Statewide Horse Organization Redefines Mission

noemail@kentuckyhorse.org — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:00:00 GMT

For over three decades, the Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) has worked to benefit and support all equine breeds, disciplines, and activities across Kentucky, primarily through education and leadership. In a move to emphasize this role, the Kentucky Horse Council Board of Directors recently adopted a new mission statement to encompass the operating principles of the organization. The new mission statement of the Kentucky Horse Council is: “The Kentucky Horse Council is a non-profit organization dedicated, through education and leadership, to the protection and development of the Kentucky equine community”. “As a statewide umbrella organization, the Kentucky Horse Council has been at the forefront of equine community issues for several years,” clarified KHC Board President, Madelyn Millard. “Our new mission statement is a more accurate reflection of how our role within the Kentucky equine community has evolved to include both equine education and...

Horse Council Works to Demystify Green Horse Farming

noemail@kentuckyhorse.org — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT

If spreading manure and draining waste water onto plants is your idea of going green you may be in for a big surprise. As large scale agriculture production facilities alter their management strategies to become more environmentally conscientious the spotlight transitions to the small farmer. In an effort to provide up to date information on green equine initiatives the Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) recently added a Going Green page to the Farm & Business segment of their website. The page includes links to information and articles featuring green horse farming techniques and tactics. “Generations of horsemen having employed an array of land and stable management practices may find themselves struggling with how best to identify and utilize greener strategies. Through the Kentucky Horse Council website those individuals can network to learn about green horse farming in the Commonwealth and around the world,” observed KHC Board President Madelyn Millard. Kentucky...

KY Horse Council Honors 2009 Accomplishments and Industry Contributions

noemail@kentuckyhorse.org — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 21:00:00 GMT

At an award ceremony during the Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) Annual Conference on November 14, 2009 individuals and associations were recognized for their outstanding achievements and contributions to the Kentucky equine industry. High point individual accomplishments were recognized through three KHC programs. Colt McGuire of Campbellsburg earned the 2009 Youth Trail Mileage Award by logging 621 miles on his Rocky Mountain Horse. McGuire received two embroidered saddle bags and grooming tools. Joni House and her horse Pisgah Princess of Perryville were awarded the KHC Natural Pleasure 2009 High Point Winners and presented with a $300 check. Morehead resident Melissa Marcum and her horse Im Clean and Sober were named the KHC trail Pleasure 2009 High Point Winners and presented with a $300 check. The Mercer County based affiliate to the Back Country Horsemen of America, the Fort Harrod Back Country Horsemen, was recognized as the 2009 Association of the Year for their efforts to...

Executive Director for the Paso Fino Horse Association

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:42:04 GMT

Title: Executive Director for the Paso Fino Horse Association Description: The Paso Fino Horse Association The Paso Fino Horse Association (PFHA) is the registering organization for the Paso Fino breed in the United States. Currently, the Association has approximately 5,000 members and oversees the registration of horses and the administration of Paso Fino horse shows and Paso Fino events in the United States. The organization is undergoing an outsourcing transition that is dramatically changing the way the Association operates including a move from an office in Plant City, FL to office space at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY. The successful candidate will have the leadership, management, and business skills to move the PFHA forward, growing the membership and increasing the presence of the Paso Fino within the horse industry. Pay and benefits are representative of the duties and experience required of someone in this position. General Statement of Position The...

Executive Director For American Saddlebred Horse Association

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 19:15:11 GMT

Title: Executive Director For American Saddlebred Horse Association
Description:

Saddlebred Association Announces Details for Executive Director Position

Lexington, Kentucky - The American Saddlebred Horse Association, a century old breed association and registry headquartered at The Kentucky Horse Park, seeks a leader to supervise its staff and work closely with directors.

The successful candidate will have a passion for horses, as well as management experience that includes development of budgets, financial oversight, and strategic planning. Equine industry experience and/or non-profit experience a plus.

Located "center stage" at the site of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, this interesting and varied position will offer a compensation package commensurate with experience.

To express interest, please email a resume along with a cover letter explaining what interests and experiences make you a good fit. Respond by March 17 to careers@personnelprofiling.com.

No calls or visits, please. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
Education Required:
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time

Contact info:

American Saddlebred Horse Association (Add to Contacts)

American Saddlebred Horse Association

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Banner Ad Rates & Specifications

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:06:36 GMT

Rates Rates are on a monthly basis and pre-paid 3 months at a time. KHC members receive a 10% discount on rates. Standard Rates New Introductory Discounted Rates From Now Until Sept. 1, 2010 Dimensions Home Page Rectangle Ad Only $50.00 per month $30.00 per month 230px x 60px Other Pages - Rectangle Ad $25.00 per month $20.00 per month 230px x 60px Other Pages - Small Skyscraper $40.00 per month $35.00 permonth 120px x 240px Specifications Ads must be submitted to KHC in jpg format, 72 dpi. Email your image file to info@kentuckyhorse.org. Order Purchase your ad online below (rates are for 3 months, multiple 3-month payments accepted.) Size: Home Page...

Eligible Horse Show Classes For Horse of the Year

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:34:06 GMT

Back to Horse of the Year Main Page The following horse show classes will count towards the KHC Horse of the Year. The division that they count towards is noted for each class. Begin Date: End Date: Horse Show: Class #: Class Name: Location: Division: 4/15/2010 4/17/2010 WALK Spring Fun Show 22 Stock Seat Equitation Open Central KY Ag Expo Center, Liberty Stock Seat 4/15/2010 4/17/2010 WALK Spring Fun Show 23 Stock Seat Equitation Youth Central KY Ag Expo Center, Liberty Stock Seat 4/17/2010 4/18/2010 MET Benefit Show All classes except 1thru 8 Masterson Station Park, Lexington Hunter/Jumper 5/22/2010 5/22/2010 Open All Breed Horse Show 46 Open Western Horsemanship Scott County Fairgrounds, Georgetown Stock Seat 5/22/2010 5/22/2010 Open All Breed Horse Show 29 Open Hunter Under Saddle Scott County Fairgrounds, Georgetown Hunter/Jumper 5/22/2010 5/22/2010 Open All Breed Horse Show 33 Open Hunter Hack Scott County...

2010 Other Class Sponsorships

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:02:15 GMT

Back to 2010 Class Sponsorships Main Page General Horse Show Support The Kentucky Horse Council sponsors classes at horse shows of every discipline. Class sponsorship is generally in the amount of $50. The following classes were approved for a class sponsorship for 2010: Horse Show Dates: Open Class Specifics: Horse Show Name: Location of Horse Show: 6/25/2010 Saddlebred Country Pleasure Wayne County Fair Wayne Co Park, Monticello 9/18/2010 Trail Class-obstacle course Young Guns 4-H Drill Team Open Gymkhana Boone County Fairgrounds, Burlington 10/14/2010 - 10/16/2010 Country Pleasure 2 Gait Optional Tack WALK Harvest Festival Central KY Ag-Expo Center, Liberty 3/13/2010 - 3/14/2010 Class # 44 Walk & Favorite Gait 19 yrs & Older Spring Horse Affair Shelbyville Fairgrounds Shelbyville 4/15/2010 - 4/17/2010 Country Pleasure 2 Gait Optional Tack WALK Spring Fun Show Central KY Ag-Expo Center, Liberty 5/15/2010...

2010 KHC Natural Pleasure Class Sponsorships

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:50:55 GMT

Back to the 2010 KHC Natural Pleasure Main Page Listed below are the horse shows that have been approved to offer the KHC Natural Pleasure Class for 2010. Horse Show Dates: Horse Show Name: Location of Horse Show: 5/22/2010 Oldham County Saddle Club Summer Show Series Oldham County Fairgrounds, LaGrange 6/19/2010 Western KY Saddlebred Association Trigg County Riding Complex 6/19/2010 Oldham County Saddle Club Summer Show Series Oldham County Fairgrounds, LaGrange 6/19/2010 Bourbon County Fair & Horse Show Bourbon County Fair Grounds Paris 7/12/2010 Owen Co. 4-H Fair & Horse Show Owen Co. Farigrounds 7/24/2010 Lexington Lions club Bluegrass Fair Horse Show Masterson Station Park, Lexington 8/7/2010 Western KY Saddlebred Association Trigg County Riding Complex 8/14/2010 BWS Mid-Summer Classic Horse Show Louisville Equestrian Center 8/28/2010 Oldham County Saddle Club Summer Show Series Oldham County...

Youth Membership

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:10:05 GMT

All Memberships expire on December 31st. Join KHC as a Youth Member and recieve the following benefits: Saddle Buster program and year end award Free or discounted rates to KHC-sponsored classes and clinics NEW in 2010: If your club (4-H, Pony Club, FFA, or other equine youth club) is a member of KHC (cost $25) you are eligible for FREE Youth Membership. Click here to become a Youth Member of the Kentucky Horse Council (online). Click here for a downloadable FREE membership form (youth whose clubs are current KHC members only). Kentucky Horse Council Scholarships The Kentucky Horse Council annually funds a $1,000.00 4-H scholarship. The scholarship is administered by the Kentucky 4-H Horse Program. Application deadline is June 1 Click here for more information & application. The Kentucky Horse Council annually awards scholarship to students pursuing further education in Equine Studies or related field attening a Kentucky University, College, or...

Save Our Horses: KHC's Welfare Fund

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 23:55:04 GMT

Learn more about using the Henneke Method to determine the Body Condition Score of Horses. The KY Horse Council recognizes that not all horses in Kentucky are blessed with adequate food, shelter and veterinary care. As a part of the KHC mission to care for the welfare of the horse, the SOHO (Save Our Horses) fund was established to allow horse owners and enthusiasts to contribute to helping these horses. Donations to the fund are tax-deductible. The SOHO fund also receives support from the Annual John Henry Memorial Adoption Fair, which is sponsored by the Kentucky Horse Park. The fund is managed by the KHC Health and Welfare committee and used to support all Health & Welfare programs. SoHo funds may be used for: Funding the Equine Safety Net, which feeds horses for a month when the owner has had an...

Trail Closures

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:33:13 GMT

This page will post trail closures - both temporary and permanent - as we hear of them. Please email us if there are any trails closed in your area so we can get the word out to other riders. Thank you.

It is the mission of the Kentucky Horse Council, along with the Back Country Horsemen, to keep trails open through responsible use, working with land managers, and providing trail maintenance through local groups.

Trail	Nature of Closure	Documents/Maps, etc.	Date of Web Posting
Cane Loop Trail in Daniel Boone Forest Cave Run Area	Temporary Winter Closure til June 1, 2010	Flyer and Map	03/03/10

FORMS for Participation in the KHC 2010 World Equestrian Games Booth

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:16:00 GMT

Farm Participaton Form

Association Participation Form

Business Participation Form

Sponsorship Form

Equine Association Presence at the 2010 World Equestrian Games

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:01:51 GMT

Kentucky Horse Council is offering, to all Equine Association members, the opportunity to put a rack card in our WEG booth for no charge.

How to Participate as a KHC Equine Association Member:

Your association need to be a member of the Kentucky Horse Council (link below).
Fill out the Association Participation form by July 1, 2010.
Provide the cards to KHC's office by August 15, 2010

You may provide a MAXIMUM of 20,000 cards and a MINIMUM of 5,000 cards.

Dimensions of the cards are: 4" wide x 9" tall

We recommend you use paper NO LIGHTER than 80lb. text weight so the card stands up in the rack.

If you are not currently a member of the KY Horse Council, JOIN NOW

Additional Levels of Participation for KHC Association Members:

See WEG SPONSORSHIP PAGE

NOTE: ALL SPONSORSHIP LEVELS INCLUDE A KHC MEMBERSHIP.

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