ANNUAL MEETING AND HIGH POINT BANQUET

February 27, 2010

Finchville Ruritan Club

Finchville, KY

Dinner: 6:00 p.m.

Meeting/Awards: 7:00 p.m.

This is always one of our biggest attend meetings and a wonderful time to gather with old and new friends. Our Board will give us some teasers of what is up ahead in 2010 for BAHA, plus we will be awarding our 2009 High Point award winners! There will also be elections of Club Executive Officers such as President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer. Club members will receive information prior to the meeting on voting information.

BAHA will be furnishing the meat, potatoes, drinks and bread. Members and guests are requested to fill out the meal by bringing salads, vegetables, sides, dessersts or any other special dish you would like to share!

Please note the change in the date of the meeting from the previous January 30 date. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the facility became unavailable for that date. We regret any inconvenience that the above change may have created. Detailed directions to the meeting location will be sent at a later date.

We look forward to seeing everyone at the meeting!

2009 AHA YOUTH OF THE YEAR

KATIE PELPHREY

The BAHA Youth is always stepping up to the plate and setting examples for the rest of the Arabian youth. BAHA member and  Region 14 Youth Director,  Katie Pelphrey, was named 2009 AHA Youth of the Year during the recent AHA Convention.  

Katie is a bright young lady who has been with BAHA from it's inception. Katie was the first BAHA Youth President and helped set the foundation for many of our youth programs within the club. Katie has always been a leader and is always looking out for the best interest of the Arabian horse youth members.

During the AHYA youth convention this summer Katie presented a motion to the youth delegates that would allow a horse and rider switch in the finals of the Saddle Seat Equitation 14-17 division. This motion was approved and moved on to this years AHA convention as Resolution 12-09. Katie addressed the delegation from the floor of the convention and after she explained the resolution she received a resounding applause. After a slight change the resolution was approved and will go into affect after approval is obtained at the January USEF Convention in Louisville Kentucky.  

Katie was awarded the AHA Youth of the Year perpetual trophy along with a $1,000 scholarship from AHA.In addition Katie received a dozen red roses and a $1,250 scholarship from Region 14. Katie was elected to the position of AHYA Youth Vice President during the AHYA convention in 2008 and was re-elected to a second term this summer. Katie will be attending the University of Kentucky this fall. Katie will be speaking at the Region 14 banquet in February so make your reservations now to see and hear this young leader of today and tomorrow.   Katie is the second Region 14 Youth to be honored with this award. In 2006 outgoing Region 14 Youth Director Monica Christian was named AHA Youth of the Year. Monica is now attending the Ohio State University and she will also receive a 1,250 scholarship from Region 14 to assist her in obtaining her medical degree.

Everyone knows that this time of year brings lots of giving and good cheer. Jerry and Barbara Johnson of Heaven Sent Arabians have been giving back to the equine community in a unique way for the past two years. In 2008,  the Johnson's began fostering at risk equines for the Kentucky Equine Humane Center. The KyEHC provides shelter for unwanted equines across the state of Kentucky. The equines are then evaluated on a physical and mental level to be adopted to future homes. Often the KyEHC looks for help from generous people like the Johnson's to help foster special needs or at risk equines. In January of 2008, a precious little Arabian weanling filly arrived at Heaven Sent Farm. Here "Sparkle" was able to frolick in her own paddock with her new buddy and come inside to a nice, warm barn every night. Sparkle lived at the Johnson's farm until December of 2008. With a little networking and help from some wonderful individuals in the Arabian community, Sparkle was adopted to a loving new home in Missouri. A report was received this Thanksgiving on Sparkle. She has turned into quite the lovebug and was out and about being ponied on her first trail ride, which we heard she absolutely loved! Yay for Sparkle!

Now that Sparkle has been placed in a new home, the Johnson's are fostering a new furry friend. Autumn is a 12 year old miniature mare that just loves life in general. She has another pony that is her pasture mate, but Autumn especially loves to nose with the big horses through the fence. She does not know that she is a mini! Autumn is super easy to handle and loves people of all ages. Autumn has been diagnosed with cushings disease and requires daily medication, but her daily feeding and medication has just become a normal part of daily barn rountine with ease at Heaven Sent Arabians. Autumn is currently available for adoption through the KyEHC. Autumn would be great as a companion for another horse or would be great for young children to learn about having a horse since she is just the right size!

                                                                                               AUTUMN

The KyEHC is located near Lexington, KY and has horses of all shapes, sizes, colors and breeds that are available for adoption! Most horses can be viewed on their website at www.kyehc.org. New horses arrive almost daily, so the website may not always reflect which horses are available at that time. If you are interested in adopting a new member of your family or interested in becoming a volunteer. please contac the KyEHC at 859-881-5849.

The BAHA is highlighting this special mare as she is part of our Arabian horse community.

Misty is an 18 yr old Arabian mare that has been used as a previous show horse. She now has arthritis in her right front fetlock. She could be used for an occasional light ride around the farm, but she
would need joint injections for any significant amout of riding. She has a wonderful personality and gets along with mares and geldings. She has been easy to handle and groom and does well for the farrier and vet. Misty would love to find a home where she can be loved and pampered.

October 2009

BAHA GENERAL MEETING

 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2009

 FIRELIGHT ARABIANS (LORI & NEAL HENDERSON)
             509 SPINPOINTE ROAD
             FISHERVILLE, KENTUCKY 40023
             502-477-1018

  4:30 P.M.- SOCIAL TIME

         5:00 P.M.- RICK'S FAMOUS CHILI  AND BEVERAGES WILL BE
                         FURNISHED BY THE CLUB.

                         DESSERTS TO BE FURNISHED BY ANYONE
                         WANTING TO BRING SOMETHING

         6:00 P.M.  GENERAL MEETING

         7:30 P.M.   HAYRIDE AROUND THE FARM

THIS IS ALWAYS A GREAT MEETING, SO BRING A FRIEND WITH YOU  AND INTRODUCE THEM TO YOUR BAHA FRIENDS.

IF YOU NEED DIRECTIONS, PLEASE LET US KNOW.
 

You Are Invited...

The Falling Leaves Trail Ride is right around the corner, folks! Held this year on October 9th -111th,  at D Bar K Camp, near Mammoth Cave, this is a great time for BAHA members and friends to gather and have a great relaxing time together. Come early, stay late! We'll be having a barbeque dinner and bonfire on Saturday evening again this year. New this year will be a Sunday morning breakfast for campers! Be sure to get your forms in soon...you won't want to miss out! 

Speaking of trail rides...

Several BAHA members recently attended the Region 14 Arabian Trail Ride held in Norman, Indiana. Mary Ann Allen, Dave and Olivia Stone, Joe and Lisa Waits, and Jennifer Tosch were those who attended from BAHA. There were 115 riders who came together for a beautiful weekend! The facilities were wonderful and the trails were even better! Region 14 held several interactive activities for campers each evening. Jennifer Tosch was the lucky winner of the split the pot raffle! Congrats, Jennifer! Everyone had a great time meeting new friends from the Region and catching up with old faces.

Special thanks to all who attended the August General Membership meeting in Lexington. Bill and Henrietta Ellzey always do a wonderful job hosting and we couldn't thank them enough for letting us use their beautiful farm. Those who attended were treated to some lovely weather, a tasty taco bar, and an informative meeting. Many new members and friends were in attendance. So glad to see everyone! Our next General Membership meeting will be held in October at Firelight Arabians in Taylorsville, KY. Stay tuned for more information!

August 2009

BAHA GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING AUGUST 22

They're hot and tired, but all of the BAHA kiddos are home safely from the Arabian and Half Arabian Youth Nationals. Check out all of their winnings below. These kids really stepped it up a notch this year. Not only did they bring home roses and ribbons in peformance classes, many also competed hippology and judging. They are truly are versatile, just like our beloved Arabians!!

Way to go BAHA Youth!! We are oh so very proud of you!

 

It's every kiddos favorite time of year...time for YOUTH NATIONALS! Many of our BAHA youth are currently competing in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the U.S. Arabian and Half Arabian Youth National Horse Show.
A full week of fun filled activites and of course,  competition, makes this event one of the youth rider's most premier!

On Friday, July 24th, youth were able to attend the annual AHYA Convention. This year's theme was AHYA on the loose.  New officers were elected and new this year was the passing of a resolution. Gordon Potts and Gene Holloway were the keynote speakers this year for the Convention.Both did a wonderful job of pointing the youth in new directions for the years to come.  This year there were 215 eligible delegates, 134 registered delegates and approximately 80 youth members that participated in the Convention. And...hot off the press...

                   BAHA Member Katie Pelphrey was re-elected as the AHYA Vice President!

On Saturday, several trainers stepped up and donated their time and knowledge for several hourse at the APAHA Clinics held for the kiddos. Andrew Sellman and Vicki Humphrey gave clinics on halter and English/Country Pleasure. This was a great opportunity for the youth to get first hand info from our industry's most notable trainers.  Both Humphrey and Sellman have been awarded some of the most top honors from APAHA and USEF.

On Sunday, members of each AHA region got together to show their creativity and spirit to decorate gold carts that were presented  for the Parade of Regions at the opening ceremonies of the show. We are very eager to see what our BAHA kids helped get together for the Region 14 cart!

The current report is that several of our BAHA members have made their first round cuts and have advanced to further competition. From all of us at home...GOOD LUCK!!

This Spring was a Blast!

Another successful year for the Bluegrass Arabian Horse Association and their annual horse show can now go in the record books! We were blessed with an absolutely beautiful weekend and no rain! Adrienne Hancock-Leong came up a winner in more than one way this year. BAHA stapled a playing card to the back of each ribbon with the intent for exhibitors to make a "poker hand." The exhibitor with the best hand at the end of the horse show had a lovely prize awaiting them. Adrienne wowed us all with her hand of a royal flush and took hom the gift certificate to Kentucky Horse Supply! Jennifer Henderson was also a lucky lady this year. Jennifer and her gelding,Tazzer, took home the honors of Supreme Arabian/Half Arabian Halter Champion and a $200 prize! Kentucky Horse Supply was gracious enough to donate gifts to the show's High Point Youth and Amateur this year. The winner of the High Point Youth was Collin Downs, while the winner of the High Point Adult was Jennifer Tosch. Way to go!

SHOW RESULTS ARE HERE!

The horsey stork came to visit Jenese Briegel and her family on April 25, 2009. Jenese and family welcomed in a stunning chestnut colt, sired by their stallion Temmpo and out of a G Amigo granddaughter. Congratulations!

The 2008 Bluegrass Arabian Horse Association's Breeders Futurity was a resounding success!

Surpasssing the record setting 2007 edition. With over $2,500.00 in possible purse payouts, participation was up in all divisions including the new performance "Maturity" classes. The 2009 edition looks to be even bigger and better!

A special thanks to Firelight Arabians for sponsoring all divisional champion trophies, to Foundation Farm
for sponsoring all champion,  reserve champion, and top five neck ribbons, and to K.E.E.P. for sponsoring
all of the futurity classes.

With the success of the Stallion Service Auction, and all proceeds going to the Futurity program, we want to
thank all owners who graciously donated a breeding and to the lucky winning bidders. The 2009 edition will
once again provide the opportunity to purchase a breeding to some very special Stallions at a very good price.

 In the Ribbons...

Our BAHA members are always staying busy! Despite the cold and rainy weather, Firelight Arabians recently brought home some ribbons from the Bluegrass Classic and Bluegrass Spring Festival Horse Shows held at the Kentucky Horse Park. Several other BAHA members were also in attendance, but have not yet submitted show results. Congratulations to all BAHA members on another job well done!

Fuel Afire ridden by Jennifer Henderson

 1st Purebred Arabian Hunter JTR
 3rd Purebred Arabian Hunter Open
 

Khemosha Bey+/ ridden by Lorie Henderson
       1st Purebred Arabian Western Pleasure Open
  1st Purebred Arabian Western Pleasure Open

 Congratulations to our Region 14 Award Nominees and Winners!

Katie Pelphrey was awarded the Youth of the year award and Rebecca Reed was awarded the Amateur of the year award. Congrats, ladies!

Jennifer Henderson, Collin Downs, Darlene Steven, Jason Reed, Martha Murdock, Lorie Henderson, Jason Reed, and Jenese Briegel.

Stay tuned for a complete report from the Region 14 meeting and banquet!

BAHA Youth Members and Advisors at the Region 14 Banquet

Happy New Year! It is hard to believe that it is 2009.  Hope that all of you had a Merry Christmas and had the opportunity to spend time with friends and family.

The Bluegrass Arabian Horse Association will hold their annual high point banquet Saturday January 24, 2009 at the Ruritan Club in Finchville, Kentucky.  Social hour will be at 5 p.m. with dinner being served at 6 p.m. The general meeting and awards presentations will start at 7 p.m. Elections will be held for the five at large director positions and the youth executive board. BAHA will furnish the meat, potatoes, bread and drinks.  We all know what great cooks BAHA members are so bring your favorite salad, vegetable or dessert  and  enjoy  a great evening of good friends and great food, invite a friend to come with you it is a great way to introduce them  to BAHA.  

Don’t forget to sign up for the 2009 High Point Program.  The 2008 BAHA High Point Program had 91 horse/rider participants.  The high point year starts November 1, 2008 and ends October 31, 2009.  Contact Terri Rettura, committee chairperson for information /applications.

 ll time to participate in the Bluegrass Arabian Horse Association 2009 Futurity. Submit your futurity  Planning on breeding that special mare this year-then be sure and check out the many outstanding stallions that are available  through the Bluegrass Arabian Horse Association stallion auction.  It is a wonderful opportunity to be able to purchase a breeding at a discounted price. Contact Jenese Briegel, stallion auction chairperson.

Mark your calendar, April 26, 2009 is the date  of  the BAHA Spring Blast Futurity and open horse show at the Shelbyville Fairgrounds in Shelbyville, Kentucky.  Show bill will be available in February issue of Arabian News.

The San-N-Tone winter series of open horse shows  is in full swing and Café BAHA is on site to provide concessions .  There will be a show in February and March. Call Sandy Stewart  at (502) 722-9330 for information regarding the shows.   BAHA is sponsoring a cooler for the Arabian/Half Arabian overall high point winner.

Dave and Oliva Stone has sent Rodeo Road (August Bey v x Mane Street) better knows as Harvey to train with Nathan Salamy at Copperhill Arabians  in Nashville, TN.  Look forward to seeing him at our show in April. 

BAHA extends congratulations to all of our members who  had that special foal born in 2008, been a winner in the show ring, won awards for outstanding achieventments in many different areas, graduated from high school and other great moments in their lives.   Our heartfelt sympathy to those of you who suffered the loss of a family member, friend or equine companion in 2008.

Once again Happy New Year and looking forward to a wonderful  2009. 

BAHA Member brings home the Hi-Point Adult Amateur Award at PMHA 2008!

BAHA Member Jenese Briegel and her grey Arabian gelding BHR Black Diamond earned the Hi-Point Adult Amateur Award this year at the 11th Annual PMHA Morab National Championships held October 25-26, 2008 at the Kentucky Horse Park,  in Lexington, Kentucky!

To win the Hi-Point Adult Amateur Award, they competed in 3 distinctly different disciplines, and the highest score of each of those 3 disciplines was used to determine Hi-Point Standing.

PMHA offers 3 Hi-Point Awards: Adult Amateur, Junior, and Exceptionale (Morab horses only) at their National show. The PMHA Morab National Championships is a three-breed Class "A" show for Morabs, Arabians, and Morgans. It is USEF and AHA approved, and is a Region 14 qualifier for Arabians. The 2008 show included over 155 classes, including Performance, Halter, Sport Horse, IABS, Youth, and Fun classes for all 3 breeds. More information at the Purebred Morab Horse Association website: http://www.puremorab.com