Monthly Archives: May 2009

Teaching to really ride

How do you teach a rider to really ride and not just sit pretty?  I have grown up around 2 different kinds of instructors.  One only would work mostly on position and looking pretty but when at shows and where … Continue reading

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2009 Heartland Classic Show

Just dropping by to say how proud I am of my Daughter Christen Beard. Last weekend we went to The Heartland Classic Show, in Springfield, Ohio. Christen showed her first in hand class, with her horse Carlyle Upper Caisse to … Continue reading

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MADISON AVE MORGANS ON-LINE AUCTION STARTS TODAY!

Visit the website! Sandra Nelson and Madison Avenue Morgans are pleased to present their first ever on-line auction of world quality Morgan Horses, with all net proceeds being donated to the American Morgan Horse Association. Auction ends at midnight on … Continue reading

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Men’s western show hat??

I am trying to outfit a male western rider in our barn.  We have never had a western horse or rider before, nor do I have any personal experiene with western. Do male riders wear felt hats or straw? Thanks!

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Come Have Fun At Syracuse International!

If you are from the North East and have not attended before think about joining us at the 36th Annual Syracuse International Horse Show.  Located in Upstate NY right in Syracuse, with lots to do around you.  That is if … Continue reading

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Oklahoma Hotel Question

Last year just watching at Okl we stayed at the Hilton Garden.  This year we are an exhibitor so staying much longer, therefore looking for something a bit less.  The La Quinta Inn was across from us and I kept … Continue reading

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Youth of the Year

Ahh! I’m competing in the Youth of the Year contest at Kyova. This is my first year, and I’m at a disadvantage…I’m the youngest of the senior division. =S I have to give oral reasons…Eeep. And a speech about getting … Continue reading

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What is your horse’s name?

Hey everyone! I just wanted to take the time to post this and see what you’ve all named your pride and joy. My horse’s name is Minutiae, what about you?

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Funny Academy Story

Even though my first love is the Morgan, I also show saddlebreds, and sometimes help my trainer with the academy kids.  I have to tell this story because not only is it funny, but i think we can learn something … Continue reading

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Amauter Status?

What does this really mean? I’d like to open this up for discussion. My understanding in the rule book is this…. anyone receiving anything;  free/cut day fees, show fees, training, lessons or cash for services performed on other clients horses, which … Continue reading

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