Does anyone know where I can find/if I can find equitation patterns from previous Grand Nationals? I’m starting a binder to practice with during the off season. So far I can only find the ones from this year and last year. Any help is GREATLY appreciated!!!

So I know it’s rather early to start talking about grand nationals, but I just found out the other day that I’m going, and I’m, well, …REALLY EXCITED!!! I haven’t gone since 2005? That seems like such a long time ago. I was a mere walk-trotter, and I can’t seem to remember too much. All I can remember is the feeling I had when I walked into the Coliseum. I don’t think you ever forget that feeling. I wasn’t quite sure whether to cry, laugh, jump up and down, or cower in fear! I’m pretty sure I decided on just standing there in awe, mouth agape, until my mom got concerned. I recall reading about some changes made to the show grounds? ……I CAN’T WAIT! (Enough rambling, back to the point). Alright, so what are you guys’ favorite things about the GNWCMHS?

Hey folks, this is something I’ve been curious about in the past but have never gotten around to asking anyone.  I’ve noticed there are no weanling in-hand classes at Grand National (or through World Morgan Futurity).  I’m curious what the reason is for this?  Has this always been the case?  What’s your opinion of this?  If they were added would you participate?

I’m not saying I have a problem with them being left out.  There are a lot of reasons I could come up with for them to be excluded.  I’m just curious what the actual reason is, and what the general consensus is as far as whether they should be included or if things are good the way they are?

-Erin

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 saying it looked decent but never went to check it out.  Has anyone stayed there?

Hi!

I’m doing a project for Driver’s Education. We have to pick a destination at least 1500 miles away, and I chose OKC since it may become a very realistic trip in the future! I live in Vermont, so it’s about 1600 miles. I have a few questions:

When traveling a far distance with your horses to OKC, do you stop at stables overnight? If so, which ones welcome boarders for a night or two? 

How many nights would you spend at various stables? What is the average cost of staying a night or two?

How early do you go to OKC, as I have heard that some people choose to board a week or two in Oklahoma before the Nationals.

Am I even going about this right???

Any information or input is greatly appreciated! Thank You!

I was just wondering, has anyone ever thought of making the live feed of worlds into a DVD and selling it? This may require a little higher quality video camera (I dont actually know that, just a guess) but I definitely think it would be worth it. I don’t know about others but, I know that I would buy a DVD of Morgan Grand Nationals. Does anyone have any ideas as to how to make this happen (if it doesn’t already)

Daily Double, 5th in classic driving at nationals this year in 13 and Under.  Daughter has new horse so he needs sold.  Nice horse.  Asking 7000 but open to ALL offers.

His video is on YouTube or he is listed on Morganshowcase.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIX7Ct_CV4g

Hello all Morgan enthusiasts!

My name is Caralee Conklin, and I am currently the President of the AMHA Youth Council. The AMHA is an international organization of young people who have a common interest in the Morgan horse, America’s oldest breed. With youth members in the United States, Canada, and all over the world, AMHAY offers a variety of programs that challenge members to become involved, to learn, and to develop competence in all areas of the horse industry.

As our AMHA National Convention draws closer, I am posting on all Morgan fan message boards to raise awareness of our fundraising requirements. To offset hotel and meeting room costs, each AMHAY Regional Director is required to raise $250, and each AMHAY Executive Officer is required to raise $300. These costs do not cover travel expenses, and are a requirement with the AMHAY Officer contract.

With the tentative deadline for raising these funds set at January 10th, please be on the lookout for youth members asking for contributions. Even a small handout will help them reach their goal!

The AMHAY Council has grown exponentially from four members present at the convention two years ago, to having active Regional Directors for almost every region, and a multitude of Regional Representatives! We have developed new youth programming, re-organized the board to provide more participation opportunities, and we are looking forward to working at the Grand Nationals with the University of Oklahoma on a philanthropy to benefit cancer patients!

The 2009 AMHA Convention is especially important to the Youth Council. We are currently seeking representatives from Region 7 and Region 8. We hope that our presence in Sacramento will make it easier for youth from these regions to become directly involved!

So please help the AMHAY Council continue to be an important part of the AMHA Convention. We want to continue working towards the goals we have set for ourselves as we begin the new year!

See you at convention!

Caralee Conklin

AMHA Youth Council President 2007-2009

2006 AMHA Youth of the Year

cconklin@ufl.edu

http://www.morganhorse.com/youth/

PS Please repost this on any and all Morgan message boards to get the word out! Thanks!

That was one of my best classes…ever! So much fun. I got 4th/14 in it with Genuine Jade..The person that won is my best friend. Kind of awkward lol.

I got a first place vote which makes me so thrilled.

What did you guys think of that class? If you saw it..

The AMHA website has announced a partial list of the judges chosen for the 2009 Grand National and World Championship Show:

For the Hunter Pleasure and Western divisions:
Terry Jones Brennan of Hollister, California
Rick Davis of Bradenton, Florida
John McDonald of Lake Clear, New York
Josh Merritt of Vernon, Vermont

For the Classic/Park/Pleasure divisions:
Lynn Harvey-McNamara of Wethersfield, Connecticut
Renee Lavery of Simpsonville, Kentucky
Conky Price of Lady Lake, Florida
Scott Thacker of Whitsett, North Carolina

The dates for the 2009 OKC show is October 10-17, 2009. For more information visit the Grand National and World Championship Show website.