I came across a couple of articles today about David Saunders and the four-in-hand team of black Morgan geldings that he will be competing with at the World Equestrian Games. It’s always nice to see Morgans mentioned in the mainstream, non-equestrian press (even if some of the facts stated in the articles are…questionable.)

http://www.wickedlocal.com/georgetown/sports/x162774338/Morgan-The-horse-of-the-American-people

http://www.wickedlocal.com/georgetown/sports/adult_leagues/x162774370/Georgetown-based-Morgan-horses-driving-for-World-recognition

I saw this team at the WEG driving test event last fall and they are breathtaking. It’s exciting to see Morgans at the top of international competition. Going up against the Warmbloods is no easy task, but I know they’ll hold their own!

Edited to add a couple of photos of the team at last year’s test event:

We offer a fun, safe environment for beginner through advanced riders. 

Students may learn multiple disciplines including Huntseat, Saddleseat, Western, Showmanship and driving.  Summer camps, showing, birthday parties, scout badges, clinics and lots of family fun are all offered at our farm.  We have a variety of horses including stock horses, Morgans, Saddlebreds and Arabians.  Our show riders compete locally up through A level shows.  We are based in Northern Ohio in Columbia Station.  Please feel free to contact us at 440-236-5528 or Lilacthyme@msn.com.  Visit us at www.lilacthymestables.com

I have an awesome antique carriage listed on eBay currently with an opening price of $4100 (no reserve) and plenty of pics available. This carriage was completely refurbished in MA in 2003 and won an award shortly after. It includes antique lamps and is set-up for single but could likely have a bar added and used for a pair if you want. Hasn’t been used since I bought it in 2005 but stored inside, there are some minor cosmetic areas to be touched up (detail/pics in eBay listing) but it is in great shape and would look fab w a curvy Morgan pulling it. Also a brand new/still in box custom made carriage harness for a 14.2-15.1 Morgan or similar body style.  The carriage is located at David Young’s farm in Auburn, CA. Please email if you have questions or want to go see it. Thanks!

hollywoodmorgans@yahoo.com

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Due to the threat of relocation with my job, I am forced to part with several nice horses.  There is something for everyone from an outstanding broodmare, a broke and shown 5 yr old western pleasure gelding, a 3yr old World Futurity nominated western pleasure gelding (going great under saddle), and a lovely well bred 2yr old filly western/hunt prospect.

To view information on all these wonderful horses please visit:  www.vintagelegacyfarm.com

DVD’s available on all, current pictures also available that are not on website, offers considered on some, as well as packaged deals available.

All horses are located in Guthrie, Oklahoma

If you see something you like please inquire!

Amie Van Dorn

amie@vintagelegacyfarm.com

405-740-7600

2003 Bay 14.3 Gelding. Wonderful temperament, great personality. Handsome. This gelding is ‘Mr.Manners’ and is Amateur ready, kid safe. Shown lightly in 2007, never finishing lower than 4th in both Open and Junior Horse Hunter Classes. ‘Quinn’ won the large 4 year old qualifier at NY Regional last fall. Rides and Drives (with many cross country miles to his credit). Quinn was recently shown at the Western NY Morgan Show in the 13 & Under Hunter division by a young lady who had ridden him only 4 times at home. The pair came away with a 4th in the pleasure class, and a 5th in the equitation class. Both classes had 10+ entries. They were the only team to compete in a snaffle bit. This is a very good quality horse with a strong training base behind him. Priced at $12,500. You can see video of a training session with this horse from February at www.scottfieldstables.com on the sales list page. Quinn will be available for test rides at the upcoming Syracuse International Horse Show.

Many of us that attend shows have unfortunately witnessed driving accidents, either in the ring or on a course.  Although often times there are professional horsemen and women nearby to assist the driver and take control of the situation, there are instances where help is needed by the non-professional bystander.  I am one of those non-professional individuals and the one time when I did need to help, I felt completely helpless; fumbling around and trying my hardest to not make the situation worse. Read the rest of this entry

The Penn Ohio Morgan Horse Association 2008 Winter Holiday will be held on February 2. 2008 at the Days Inn in Meadville, PA.  The day is full of fun events including a Tack Swap, Year End High Points Awards Banquet and fun auctions.  For more information go to Penn Ohio Morgan Horse Association 2008 Winter Holiday.

The 2008 Premier Driving Conference and Trade Show will be held at the Clarion Hotel in West Springfield, MA.  In an effort to education both new and experienced drivers many experts in the sport of driving will be present.  Scheduled lectures include such topics as Elementary Driving Skill, To Shoe or Not To Shoe, Equine Rehab, Essence of Dressage, and many more.  For more information go to the Driving Forum website.