CHARLESTON

SEMINAR

Mark your calendars for the AHP "Gallop n' Grits" Seminar to be held in Charleston, South Carolina on June 19-21, 2014.

The Charleston area has been named Top U.S. City by Condé Nast Traveler 2013 Readers' Choice Awards for the third consecutive year. The historic coastal destination is well known for its rich history, well-preserved architecture, celebrated restaurant community and southern hospitality. In 2014, AHP members will have an opportunity to explore the charms of Charleston as well as learn, recharge, and enjoy some face time with fellow members.

The AHP annual seminar, named "Gallop n' Grits," will be held on June 19-21, at the Francis Marion Hotel, whose namesake was known as the Swamp Fox during the Revolutionary War. Group room rates start at $169 for traditional rooms and $199 for deluxe. (Current state and local taxes are 13%, a destination marketing fee of $1 per night will be added) Wireless internet is complimentary in all guestrooms for AHP seminar attendees. The posted rates for the hotel in June are over $200, so while group rates seem high, the downtown location of this hotel will be well worth it.

The seminar committee is continuing to fine-tune the seminar plans and will keep members updated on the website, by email, and in the e-newsletter. At this time, we can announce that Palmetto Carriage Tours will host a Thursday afternoon carriage ride and tour for AHP members and that Ryan Dohrn will return to present a video workshop on Saturday.

We hope to see ya'll there!

Video can be your magazine's revenue superstar! In this 4-session workshop Emmy award-winning T.V. producer Ryan Dohrn will walk you step by step through the video production process and teach you how to make money, too. This is 100% hands-on! No PowerPoint presentations here - you'll interact with Ryan as he shows you how to shoot trade show videos, editorial videos, and promotional videos. Then you'll learn how to edit those videos, including Ryan's 10 best editing tricks. You'll finish with a step-by-step demonstration of how to create a YouTube or Vimeo channel and set it up for traffic and revenue success. Lights, camera, revenue! 

* 100% hands-on workshop. See every step for creating revenue-centric, traffic-driving videos in vivid detail.

* Emmy-winning shortcuts for shooting great video for magazine web sites.

* Editing tips that will save time and enhance the revenue potential of your videos.

* How to create a killer YouTube or Video channel and make money from Google on your videos.

* How to turn 10 event vendors into $5,000 in 4 video hours

* How to use Social Media distribution channels to get your videos seen

Workshop will be held on Saturday, June 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. While each session normally builds on the previous sessions, Ryan will make sure that if a member misses a class they are not left out or behind.  

MEMBER NEWS 

American Competitive Trail Horse Association (ACTHA) and PATH International are working together to raise over a million dollars for PATH Intl. Centers throughout North America, assuring the communities served that they have the human and financial resources to assist all in need.

Picture this...50,000 riders all riding for one purpose. The Shamrock PATH, created by ACTHA, will be 1,000 events held primarily at 850 PATH Centers throughout North America in one month (March 2014). A surge of energy for a deserving cause felt collectively around North America.

Most of us have been blessed with fully functional, healthy children and grandchildren. However there are very few of us that aren't touched by a relative or friend challenged with a truly special need. PATH International's mission for over 40 years has been to create miracles where there seems to be no hope... all via the unexplainable healing bond between human and horse. Independence, pride and bravery not being the least of the miracles!

Join the Shamrock PATH. No effort is considered too small. Time is of an essence. Call 830-693-2065 now or write Tom@actha.us to discuss how you can help PATH International and their 850 centers get the notoriety they deserve.

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Have you heard the news? Breyer Animal Creations is introducing its 2014 collection which features  American Miniature Horse Association (AMHA) registered Gentle Carousel Miniature Therapy Horses, Magic and Hamlet.  These specially trained therapy horses visit children and adults in schools, hospitals, and hospices.  Magic is no stranger to fame and was honored as the "Most Heroic Pet in America," by AARP the Magazine and one of history's "Top 10 Heroic Animals," by Time/CNN in 2011.  Breyer will also be unveiling a golden treasure surprise collectible in Mini Whinnies Surprise, a fun set of 18 miniature horses.  The 1:64 scale Mini Whinnies are perfectly sized for collecting, and party favors.  For more information about the entire "Mini" excitement visit www.BreyerHorses.com. Find out more about the American Miniature Horse by visiting www.amha.org 

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A match was made in the equine world when Kat Wojtylak, of BioStar, married Greg Nielsen of Classic Equine Equipment in a holiday-themed wedding on December 14th, 2013 in Farmington, MO. Congratulations to the happy couple.

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Horse Country Campground, a division of USA HorseSource LLC., was proud to receive a prestigious "Rising Star" award as part of celebrations coordinated by Invest Ottawa in recognition of Global Entrepreneurship Week. Each year, "Rising Stars" are selected in recognition of their entrepreneurial spirit, creativity and for driving economic growth that improves the lives of all citizens. Horse Country Campground is a horse camping and trail riding destination located at Wilderness Tours Resort, home to Canada's premier whitewater rafting outdoor adventure destination. Accepting the award for Horse Country Campground was Walter Willett, President, USA HorseSource, LLC.

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On December 18, 2013, the American Morgan Horse Association Awards Committee announced the individuals who will be recognized at the annual convention, February 20-22 in Raleigh, NC. Among the award winners will be AHP Individual member, Suzy Lucine, former editor of The Morgan Horse magazine and the Horsemens Yankee Pedlar, co-producer of The Morgan Horse Video Review, and freelance writer and photographer. Lucine will be the first recipient of the Mabel Owen Media Award. Established in August of 2013, the Mabel Owen Media Award recognizes a person or group in the media (written, photographic, print, video, electronic) with a documented body of work that has contributed above and beyond in providing content, adding to the public's ability to learn about, enjoy, and record for posterity activities involving the Morgan horse.

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The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) welcomes Gary Carpenter as the new NRHA Commissioner taking on full leadership responsibilities in January 2014. Carpenter brings to the table a vast amount of industry experience and a distinguished resume including international development. He served as the executive director of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) for 10 years and in executive positions with The Jockey Club and American Quarter Horse Association. Carpenter leaves Colorado State University (CSU) where he most recently served as the Industry Outreach and Liaison Director of the Equine Sciences Program. He and wife Marian, an author, encouraged and supported their four daughters' involvement in showing horses and participating in 4-H activities.

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Uckele Health & Nutrition announced it has completed the acquisition of Zephyr's Garden. A leader in the natural product animal health industry, Zephyr's Garden products provide effective, herbal-based all natural products for horses and dogs as an alternative to chemical laden treatments. Although Zephyr's Garden will now be identified as a Uckele Company, the Zephyr's Garden product branding and formulas will remain unchanged.

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W. F. Young, Inc., makers of Absorbine® horse care products, announced the appointment of Christian (Chris) Jacobi of Scottsdale, AZ to the position of General Manager, Equine Division, effective January 6, 2014. In this newly-created role, Jacobi will be responsible for overseeing the worldwide operations of W. F. Young's equine division, including sales and marketing. Jacobi has 30 years of experience in equine and companion animal sales, marketing and operations, both domestically and internationally. He is also a lifelong equestrian, actively involved in the breeding, training and showing of Dutch Warmblood jumpers. Jacobi will be based in W. F. Young's corporate headquarters in East Longmeadow, MA; he, his family and horses will be relocating to the western Massachusetts area.

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Two AHP members have formed a partnership in 2014. Lisa Wysocky's clinic dates and other events for 2014 will be sponsored by ACTHA (American Competitive Trail Horse Association). Wysocky will also be editing the twice monthly ACTHA newsletter. Lisa can be reached at whitehorse@comcast.net.

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Rajalika "talks" on command from owner/trainer Elizabeth Kaye McCall. Patty Lasko, recently retired editor of Dressage Today, looks on. Photo Credit: Tom McCabe

2014's debut brought the author and journalist an added delight. Former Dressage Today editor and friend Patricia Lasko paid McCall and her "talking horse" a visit, during a trip to the Los Angeles area. "It was great seeing Patty again. Time disappears around someone like her. And, yes, RajaliKa 'talked' for her. Definitely something about 2014 being the Year of the Horse. I'm sure of it."

Elizabeth can be reached at (310) 720-4096 elizmccall@earthlink.net; or rajalikaspeak@gmail.com.

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Linda and Kate

AHP members, Linda Tellington-Jones and Shannon Weil have created a Give Forward page for Kate Riordan who is suffering from both Lyme's Disease and Shingles. Riordan has been a longtime contributor to the equine publishing industry and if you know her, you know what a trouper she is. If you would like to post a letter of support, or send a hug (yes there is a special place for hugs!), read updates on Kate's progress, or send financial support, CLICK HERE and leave a message. And if you have suffered from Lyme disease and can share details of what helped, you could possibly help others with your story. Just log onto the site and join us in making a difference in our world.

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The greatest source of new AHP members is through referrals and we want to show our appreciation of those members who spread the word about joining AHP. Members can earn up to ten $10 credits or maximum $100 toward their registration fee for the AHP Charleston Seminar on June 19-21, 2014. For guidelines to the referral program, CLICK HERE.

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