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The President's Perspective

Hear from Pyramid Society President Bob Miars about the upcoming Event and new opportunities for Egyptian breeders!     

 

Pyramid Society News  

Las Vegas Promotions       

 

More Straight Egyptian Classes to be Added to Shows    

 

IMPORTANT EGYPTIAN EVENT SCHEDULE UPDATES   

 

Upcoming EBC & GSS Deadlines

 

The 2013 Mares: Queens of the Nile Gala and Fundraiser 

 

Business Partner Offers 

Our Business Partners offer discounts to Members on products and services! 

 

Historic Books Available

From the archives of Jim Kline    

 

Pyramid Society Dates

Review important deadlines for Pyramid Society programs, events and Member services.

  

Member News   

See the latest updates from Pyramid Society Members from around the world 

 

Member Events

See what's happening in your area! Upcoming Member-hosted activities are listed here!

 

Welcome New Members

Reach out and get to know The Society's newest members from around the world! 

 

Featured Item

Standard of Excellence: A Guide to The Pyramid Society Straight Egyptian Arabian Horse  

 

Upcoming Shows

See where Pyramid Society members will most likely be in the coming months

 

Recent Web Features

Click through to last month's featured Pyramid Society Stallions, Horses, and Farms 

 


 DATESDates & Deadlines 

 

May 1, 2013

Final Ad Submission Deadline for the 2013 Show Program  

Print-ready ads must be prepared by this date for guaranteed inclusion   

 

May 1, 2013

FINAL DEADLINES FOR SHOW PROGRAM INCLUSION  

All Barn Tours Registrations, Exhibitor Entries, Sponsorships, Art Auction Donations, and Stallion Enrollments must be completed by this date in order to be included    

 

May 15, 2013

Volunteer Registration Deadline

 

May 15, 2013

EBC Enrollment Deadline for inclusion in the 2013 EBC Auction Booth 

 

May 24, 2013

FINAL DEADLINE FOR ADVANCE TICKETING AND SEATING RESERVATIONS    

All ticket purchases after this date must take place on-site at The Pyramid Society booth  

 

June 3-8, 2013

The 33rd Annual Egyptian Event: Mares: Queens of the Nile

Information, updates, forms,downloads, and more will be published at www.theegyptianevent.com 

 

 FEATUREDITEMFeatured Items

 

START PREPARING FOR THE 2013 EGYPTIAN EVENT!

 

Standard of Excellence 

A Guide to The Pyramid Society Straight Egyptian Horse

by The Pyramid Society, 2012

 

 
 
Own this essential
new publication from The Pyramid Society, presenting the ideal framework for seeing, evaluating, judging, and showing the Straight Egyptian Arabian horse. 

The Standard of Excellence will become the basis for judging at the Society's annual Egyptian Event, beginning in 2013. 

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$20.00 
 
Regular Price: $25.00 

 

 WEBFEATURES Web Features     


 Thank you to the following April Featured Web Advertisers!

 

FEATURED STALLIONS

FEATURED HORSES

FEATURED FARMS 

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT WEB ADVERTISING WITH THE PYRAMID SOCIETY!

 

 SEMENTIONSUpcoming Shows    


 Check out these upcoming Arabian horse shows and make plans to connect with your fellow Pyramid Society members!

 

 


 

 

Egyptian Event Europe  

August 31 - September 1, 2013

Castle of Pietersheim Lanaken, VLI, Belgium 

 


 

 

Israeli Egyptian Event    

September 11, 2013

Kibbutz Alonims, Israel

 


 

 

The Egyptian Breeders Classic at DeShazer Arabians 

September 27-29, 2013

Tomball, TX 

 


 

 

Straight Egyptian World Championships 

October 4-6, 2013

Rome, Italy

 


 

 

Arabian Breeder Finals

October 9-12, 2013

Scottsdale, AZ 

 


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 Take a look online TODAY and in the upcoming 2013 Stallion Guide for exclusive Member Offers offers from the following 2013 Business Partners!     

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Jamie Roberts

Nirvana Natural Nutrition

Samantha Mattox

The Arabian Magazine

Colleen Patton

Total Horse Channel

Heather Puzan

Heather Puzan Art

Polly Knoll

Equine Photography

Chris Kassay

Western Indulgences

Gabriele Pollmeier

Eulenburg Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

Nancy Gates

Heirloom Arabian Halters

Debra & David Geiser

Pack & Mail

Jim & Christy Egan

Arabian Results, Ltd. 


Robert & Linda Stephenson

Select Solutions US, LLC  

   

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2013 Egyptian Event

**The SHOW PROGRAM inclusion deadline is approaching for ALL ENTRIES & EXHIBITORS** 
All forms and exhibitor resources for
THE 2013 EGYPTIAN EVENT
 
are available for review/download at TheEgyptianEvent.com:
 
 
Remember to take note of this year's DATES & DEADLINES included on the left hand column of this newsletter! And, as always, watch for updates online at:

IMPORTANT EGYPTIAN EVENT SCHEDULE UPDATES & 2013 CHANGES:      

KALKATA/FUTURITY CLASSES #41 (SE Futurity Fillies 2 years old) and #50 (SE Futurity Colts 2 years old) have been SWAPPED in the Egyptian Event Show Schedule. This change is noted on the most recently published Schedule and in the Digital Prize List.
Class #50 will now take place after Class #40 during the Wednesday, June 5th 1:00pm Session, and Class #41 will now take place after Class #49 during the Friday, June 7th 1pm Session.  

IMPORTANT MEMO TO EXHIBITORS REGARDING VIDEOING OF INDIVIDUAL HORSES: The Pyramid Society in conjunction with Arabian Horse Global will be making several enhancements to the recording, live viewing, and replay of this year's Egyptian Event. However, beginning 2013, INDIVIDUAL HORSE videos (following your horse only) will not be available for purchase during The Event.
Complete Class Videos will continue to be available for purchase during The Event, and select classes will be available for replay online. We know you will be pleased with the addition of new cameras and camera angles in the viewing of this year's classes, and we look forward to your suggestions on how we may continue to improve our offerings to guests and spectators. 

Youth Activities have been added to The Egyptian Event schedule, and to the YOUTH PROGRAMS page. Also, the Legacy Lounge has a new name in 2013: the YOUTH BOOTH!
Calling all youth! Make plans now to participate in this year's Youth Programs. There are activities planned for all ages, including mini-seminars, socials, crafts, and a group "field trip." 

An additional Event Seminar has been added to the schedule on Wednesday, June 5th, entitled "Maximizing Your Photo Shoot."
Presenters for this Q&A, discussion, and hands-on clinic, scheduled for 11:15am to 12:45pm (location TBD), include equine photographers Lisa Abraham, Randi Clark, and Jenni Ogden. Look for more details to be posted soon on The Egyptian Event website in the Education & Seminars schedule.  Special thanks to Canadian breeders Jennifer Parsons and Chris Fichaud, Bob Fish, Helgrit Hepner, Barry Dearle, and John and Chris Kassay for hosting this special learning opportunity!  

The Pyramid Society extends a warm welcome to new AHA President, Cynthia Richardson (right), at this year's Event. Cynthia will be present for a "meet and greet" in the Patrons' Lounge prior to Thursday's morning seminar, "Managing the Aged and Problem Broodmare." Also, joining Becky Rogers for Thursday's seminar will be equine specialist Jeremy Whitman, DVM.

Please note the selection of our Panel for Friday's "Mare Lines & Families" seminar. The panelists will be: Dr. Nasr Marei, Judith Forbis, Shawn Crews & Judy Sirbasku, with additional guests to be announced.

The 2013 Pyramid Lecture will be presented by Judith Forbis and Omar Sakr following the annual Membership Breakfast on Saturday, June 8th at 8:00am. The keynote Lecture will be entitled: "The Establishment of a Breed: The Story of Creating the Straight Egyptian Arabian Horse." SPECIAL THANKS TO AL SHAQAB, MEMBER OF QATAR FOUNDATION, 2013 PYRAMID LECTURE & BREAKFAST SPONSOR.
ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED for the 2013 Pyramid Lecture. Also, seminars held in the Patrons' Lounge will require tickets for Non-Members. To download your complete Ticket & Reservation form, CLICK HERE

JOIN US ON SATURDAY NIGHT, JUNE 8th, for a special presentation by Ambra Zerbini! Experience bareback riding, exquisite dance, and extreme horsemanship. The performance will take place between the Junior and Senior Championship classes. You won't want to miss it! 

Special thanks to Allison Mehta-Westley of Talaria Farms for coordinating both the activities and funding for this special presentation. 
 

DON'T MISS THE

2013 GALA & FUNDRAISER!

Watch your mailboxes soon for your personal invitation to The Pyramid Society's 2013 Egyptian Event Gala & Fundraiser, honoring the "Mares: Queens of the Nile!"

 

Join us Friday night, June 7th, for an evening of friendship, recognition, and incredible art, followed by dancing. Cocktails begin at 7p.m. at the Embassy Suites Hotel, giving us all time to rest a bit after the show and prepare for a great evening.

 

Among the many exquisite pieces offered for auction this year will be a new Karen Kasper bronze of Moniet El Nefous, to honor our theme "Mares: Queens of the Nile", a Lesley Bennett custom bracelet, also honoring our desert theme, along with a wide selection of originals by many of the world's leading equine artists.  The Society is also delighted to feature works by two new widely-acclaimed non-equine artists, Carol Alleman and Gary Bowling.  Carol's stunning piece "Gratitude" a sold-out artist's proof is featured at right. Overall, pieces were selected for a wide variety of interests and are guaranteed to meet your expectations and compel you to raise your bidding hand! Click here to see examples of what will be available both in the Premier and Showcase auctions.

 

For those of you who enjoy the added fun of costume, Egyptian attire is welcomed, but not required.

 

Get your group gathered now for this great highlight of our week in Lexington. Return your reservation card when you receive your invitation, or fill out our combined Reservation Form, or simply phone in. Don't miss this!

 

SPECIAL THANKS TO SALAYEL, OUR EXCLUSIVE 2013 GALA SPONSOR! 

 


APRIL PRESIDENT'S PERSPECTIVE PRES   

Dear Pyramid Society members and Egyptian Arabian enthusiasts,

There's no doubt about it: April is here... and April is almost gone! I, like many of you, am excited by the arrival of spring, which means that foals are arriving, breeding decisions are being finalized, and preparations for The Egyptian Event are in full swing. The staff and board are eagerly awaiting the arrival of The Event and are ready to debut some of the new features for 2013. This year's theme, "Mares: Queens of the Nile," is providing several new and unique opportunities to celebrate the foundation of the Egyptian Arabian horse. For example, the staff and Marketing Committee have been working diligently on the Egyptian Event Show Program to make this year's publication a valued and collectable memory. I hope each of you will seize the opportunity to participate in the special, advertiser-exclusive "Heritage Mares" section of this Show Program; time is quickly running out to make your reservation!

We are also excited to announce a preliminary agreement with the Arabian Horse Association of Arizona for the sponsorship of Egyptian-Sired classes at the Arabian Breeder Finals scheduled for October 9-12, 2013 in Scottsdale, Arizona. The AHAA has offered to provide three Egyptian-Sired classes each for Females &  Males with a Championship for each. The classes would consist of: Yearling, 2-3 Year Olds, and 4 Years Old & Over. These six total classes would be worked into the normal schedule, with the two Championship Classes to be held on the final day along with the other Championships.

In return for providing these classes, the AHAA requests two things from The Pyramid Society:  1) At the Arabian Breeders Finals, each Championship Class has a $5,000 sponsor to contribute to the prize money and awards for these Championships. We have been asked to assist in securing two sponsors for the Egyptian-Sired Championship Classes.  2) At The Egyptian Event, these classes need to be promoted to ensure their success and strength at the Arabian Breeder Finals. We have been asked to provide a booth and extend promotion of the Arabian Breeder Finals show during The Event. By fulfilling these two requests, we will be providing an excellent added opportunity in 2013 for Straight Egyptian and Egyptian-Sired breeders to showcase their breeding programs.

Finally, I also want to personally thank all the committees and volunteers for their efforts and dedication to make this year's Egyptian Event one of the best!   I'm looking forward to seeing each of you in Lexington this June!  

Sincerely,



Bob Miars

President
The Pyramid Society

PYRAMID SOCIETY NEWS TPSNEWS 

WHAT HAPPENED IN VEGAS?      

 
Becky Rogers, Scott Benjamin, Anna Bishop, and Colleen Jackson. Photo by Lisa Abraham.
The Pyramid Society was proud to be present at the 7th annual Arabian Breeders' World Cup show in Las Vegas, April 18-21, 2013. Executive Director Anna Bishop represented The Pyramid Society in an inviting booth space, sharing information with spectators about the upcoming Egyptian Event, The EBC, the GSS, and The Pyramid Society!

On Saturday, Scott Benjamin, internationally-recognized Arabian judge, provided a morning seminar entitled "The Egyptian Allure: Enduring Influence in the International Show Ring," focusing on the contributions of Egyptian bloodlines among today's champions. Both members and non-members - were present to hear Scott's incredible presentation on the world-wide influence of the Straight Egyptian horse!

Then, on Saturday afternoon, new Life Members Colleen Jackson and John Cranston of Azizah Arabians International in Australia, and their stallion, KA Damascus, sponsored desserts at The Pyramid Society booth, as well as a raffle for a beautiful Nancy Gates Heirloom Arabian Halter! The winner was Dennis Hilkhuijsen of Mesa, AZ, a long-time friend and advocate of The Pyramid Society. Congratulations, Dennis!

Several members competed in the Vegas show and stopped by the booth to show their support. The Pyramid Society continues to work on behalf of members and Egyptian Arabian owners world-wide to promote the breed and its indisputable legacy. If you are interested in being a part of our promotional presence, please drop an email to [email protected].

The Pyramid Society extends special thanks to Athala King & Maureen McCormack for the transport and safe storage of Pyramid Society booth materials; to Becky Rogers for her work on our EBC highlights reel; to Scott Benjamin for his excellent research and presentation; to Lisa Abraham for photographing our Vegas activities; and to Colleen Jackson and John Cranston, who so graciously sponsored our hospitality and refreshments on Saturday morning and afternoon.

More Straight Egyptian Classes to be Added to Upcoming Shows!     
 
Wardah Karimah MVA, Misty Valley Arabians (Photos by Valerie Clinkenbeard)

By all accounts, the enthusiasm of Pyramid Society members at the recent Alabama All Arabian Horse Show was nothing short of viral, sparking the interest of show participants, and catching the attention of the judges and event planners. As you can read in our Member News below, the Egyptian Arabian horse made a proud showing.  

 

In the wake of this excitement, The Pyramid Society welcomed a new membership from Kathy Hedgepeth, First Vice President of the Georgia Arabian Horse Association, who was not shy to compliment The Society and its membership. "The one thing I know from the feedback we have gotten and the HUGE support of the Alabama show is that Society folks have the energy and willingness to help make a show a success," exclaims Kathy, "and they have FUN doing it! I have been blown away."

 

In addition, Kathy was pleased to announce the addition of a full range of SE halter classes, as well of SE performance classes, to GAHA's upcoming Summer Classic, which will take place August 9-11, 2013, in Conyers, GA. Pyramid Society member Allison Mehta-Westley of Talaria Farms will be sponsoring the Grand Championship Mare and Stallion classes, and Pyramid Society member Kimberly Douglas of Markel will be donating coolers for the SE & International Class winners. "We are planning a fabulous show," says Kathy, "All in all, I think we will have very strong support."

 

Keep an eye on The Pyramid Society's EVENTS Calendar for more information on this show and other upcoming Local, Regional, National, and International events where you'll find Pyramid Society members making waves! 


UPCOMING EBC & GSS STALLION ENROLLMENT DEADLINES   

Don't miss out on FREE PROMOTION for your Straight Egyptian stallions! Enroll in the Egyptian Breeders Challenge and Golden Scarab Sweepstakes by the dates shown below for promotion ONLINE and at upcoming national-level EVENTS.
  • May 15, 2013: for GUARANTEED INCLUSION in the EBC BOOTH at the 2013 Egyptian Event
For questions about the EBC or GSS stallion programs or any of the opportunities listed above, please feel free to contact us using this form or by calling (859) 231-0771.

MEMBEREVNTMEMBER EVENTS  

 

Santa Ynez Valley Arabian Breeders Celebration Open Farm Tours - APRIL 22nd-28th, Santa Ynez Valley and Greater San Francisco Bay Area, California: Join influential breeders from around the globe to discuss bloodlines, philosophies, and challenges. See some of the best Arabian breeding stock in the world against the backdrop of beautiful rolling hills, farms, and vineyards of California. Conveniently scheduled for the week following the Arabian Breeders World Cup in Las Vegas. Learn more...   

Women & Horses at Paradise Arabians - APRIL 27th, Lafayette, Georgia: ATTENTION ALL LADIES: You are invited to the next gathering of "Southern Ladies Up To Something," aka "Women & Horses," at Paradise Arabians! This event is FREE to all women who love horses. Guests at Paradise are welcome to spend the night and return on Sunday. Wanda says to just call it a "girls weekend! Learn more...   

Conformation Clinic with Liz Salmon - MAY 4th, Lockhart, Texas: You are invited to Bear Creek Ranch on Saturday, May 4, for a BBQ and Open House featuring a stallion and foal presentation; a conformation clinic with Pyramid Society member and international show judge, Liz Salmon; a White Horse Medicine seminar with Allison Peacock; and a BBQ lunch with prize drawings! Learn more...  

Kentucky Derby Day Party at Cre Run Farm - MAY 4th, Doswell, Virginia: Come on out to the Derby Day festivites at Cre Run Farm in Virginia, hosted by Markel. Festivities include: presentation of Arabian race horses, Hats & Handbags Auction to benefit the Arabian Horsemans Distress Fund, Kentucky Derby Simulcast, and food & drinks. RSVP REQUESTED. Learn more...  

Paradise Arabians MAY DAY - MAY 11th, Lafayette, Georgia: Join Paradise Arabians on May 11 for their annual MAY DAY, when the farm is open to the public to experience the Straight Egyptian Arabian Horse! Learn more...  


 NEWMEMBERSWELCOME NEW MEMBERS  

 

Charlotte Ables & Tom Odom  

Magdala Arabians, LLC  

Waco, TX

[email protected]

 

Sandra Atkins  

Atkins Arabians 

Bath, NY

www.equiwebs.com/Atkins

 

Kathy Bailey  

Bailey Arabians 

Winchester, OH

www.baileyarabians.com

 

Randi Clark 

Waco, TX

www.randiclark.com

 

James A. Ferlita  

Ferlita Arabians 

Eagle Post, OR

[email protected]

 

Jillian Fogelsanger  

Endeavor Horsemanship  

Shippensburg, PA

www.facebook.com/EndeavorHorsemanship

 

Dana Griggs  

Lafayette, GA

[email protected]

 

J. Lancaster Havice 

Magnum Arabians 

Williston, FL

www.magnumarabians.com

 

Kathy Hedgepeth  

Georgia Arabian Horse Association  

Canton, GA

www.georgia-arabian.com

 

Lisa Myers  

Aero Star Arabians 

Center, TX

www.myersaerostar.com

 

Cathy Wirta  

Chaska, MN

[email protected]

 

Jean Zabriskie 

Garden Valley, CA

[email protected]

 


WELCOME NEW STUDENT MEMBERS  

 

Jasmine Montes  

Achaean Arabians  

Strafford, VA

www.achaeanarabians.com

 


WELCOME NEW INTERNATIONAL MEMBERS    

Hendrick Mens 

Al Nasser Stud  

Doha, Qatar

[email protected]

Sheikh Jassim Bin Khaliffa Al Thani  

Al Jassimya Farm 

Doha, Qatar

www.aljassimyafarm.com

Yousef R. Al Rashid  

Al Jude Stud  

Al Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

www.aljudestud.com

FEATUREARTICLE

HISTORIC BOOKS AVAILABLE  
Pyramid Society member Polly J. Knoll writes:
"A friend of mine, Laura Jacobson, former secretary for the late Jim Kline, inherited a number of interesting books from him, and she would like to sell them to people who could use them.  They are as follows:

     The complete set of the Raswan Index (7 volumes)
     The Arab & His Horse by Carl Raswan (given to Mr. Kline by Morgan Washburn)
     Drinker of the Wind by Raswan
     Black Tents of Arabia by Raswan
     Arab Horses, Lady Wentworths Crabbet Studbook, 1928
     EAO Stud Books Volumes 1-5
     Hamdan Stables Stud Book Volume 1
     The Royal Agricultural Society Stud Book--King Farouk

You can contact Laura by email at:  [email protected]"


MBRNEWSMEMBER NEWS 

 

Eureka Zaki Captures AAHA Grand Championship for Region 12
Jeanette Longley of Lakin Wood Arabians in Dalton, GA, writes in with fantastic news for her colt Eureka Zaki, who made an impressive 2013 debut at the Alabama All Arabian Horse Show with a "sweeping Class A win!"
 
Eureka Zaki (Scapa x Dianaah) won the Junior Championship for Straight Egyptians for Regions 9 and 12 at the 2013 Alabama All Arabian Horse Show and then followed up by securing the Grand Championship for the Region 12 qualifier. Jeanette plans on entering Eureka Zaki in the 2 year old futurity class at the upcoming Egyptian Event...
 

SE Legacy Bloodstock Reports 2013 AAHA Show Results
Charles and Carey Niman of SE Legacy Bloodstock in Bell Buckle, TN, showed two of their Straight Egyptian Arabians at the Alabama Arabian Horse Show in Rainesville, AL, held March 22 -24, 2013, and wanted to share their success!
 
Charles, who began showing Amateur in late 2011, received a 1st place in the SE Amateur to Handle class with the couple's two year old SE colt, SEL Trifekta. Trifekta went on to be named Reserve Junior Champion SE Colt with trainer Rich Simpkins, who showed another of the Niman's horses, Amirah Myeta, to a Reserve Senior SE Mare Championship... 
 

Al Ameen Arabians Reports Show Successes In Halter and Performance
Cheryl Corcoran of Al Ameen Arabians in Blythewood, SC, eagerly shares recent successes in the show ring for Al Ameen Arabians...
 
Al Ameen's 3 year old mare, Jasoorah Al Ameen, and her older brother, El Razeel Al Ameen, both made their show debuts this spring and brought home not only the blue ribbons, but also the championship honors in their respective competitions. "Jasoorah competed during the Alabama All Arabian Show at the end of March, winning the Straight Egyptian and Senior Mare Open classes," reports Cheryl, "This was her first show, and we couldn't have been happier. We thank Tara Carpio of Belvedere Farms for her patient training and showing of our girl to the win." Two weeks after the Alabama show, El Razeel Al Ameen competed at the Western Carolina Arabian Horse Show in Dressage...
 

Big Wins for Scapa and The Singleton Progeny in the 2013 AAHA All Arabian Horse Show
Life Member Wanda Kenworthy of Paradise Arabians, Ltd. in Lafayette, GA, writes in to share the success of Paradise Arabians' Stallions' (The Singleton and Scapa) offspring in the 2013 Egyptian Arabian classes at the Alabama All Arabian Horse Show... 
 
"Some wonderful news for Paradise from the 2013 AAHA All Arabian Horse Show! Paradise Arabians had many wins at this show, all sired by The Singleton or Scapa," Wanda states, excitedly. "In no SE class did a The Singleton son or daughter fail to win a Championship or Reserve. We are over the moon!"
 
SEE THE FULL ARTICLE FO A LIST OF WINNERS AND OWNERS. 
 

Judi Forbis Shares Highlights from Her Recent Visit to Kuwait
Life Member Judith Forbis of Ansata Arabian Stud in Mena, AR, highlights her recent travels to Kuwait, where she was honored to present a lecture to several Egyptian breeders following her visit to the Egyptian Event Kuwait... 
  
Judith's lecture was: "In the Eye of the Beholder - Breeding is a Journey, Not a Destination." As Judi states, "In addition to discussing breeding principles and the definition of what constitutes a "Straight Egyptian Arabian horse," I also mentioned the Standard of Excellence booklet that the Pyramid Society now has available." 
 
Judi noted the overwhelming enthusiasm of Kuwaiti Egyptian breeders, whose breeding programs have continued to grow and improve. "It is a testimony to the Kuwaiti's love for the Arabian horse after the decimation of the breeding herd as a result of  the first Gulf War," she states... 
 

Imperial Shaaban Exemplifies Versatility at Cow Horse Clinic
New member Jillian Fogelsanger of Endeavor Horsemanship in Shippensburg, PA, writes in sharing her experience in a cattle sorting clinic with her Straight Egyptian partner Imperial Shaaban...
 
"I recently had the opportunity to participate in a ranch sorting/cow horse clinic with my Straight Egyptian Arabian gelding, Imperial Shaaban. This event was the first we've attended this year and our first cow horse clinic together!" Jillian shares that Shaaban first showed his interest in cows on their family farm, where she rewarded his curiosity with her own interest in working cows on horseback. "I have worked over the past year to build this 5 year old bay gelding's confidence on the ground and in the saddle, and working cows has proven to be an excellent outlet for his energy and curiosity..."
 

Achaean Arabians and Youth Riders Promote Egyptian Arabians at Spring Equine Extravaganza
Life Members Michael and Cindy Stylianos of Goldvein, VA, gave a detailed account of Achaean Arabians' youth riders participation in the 3rd annual Spring Equine Extravaganza, hosted by the Skyline Riders 4-H Club in Warren County, Virginia: 
 
"Jasmine Montes and Brittany Iames started the demonstrations with a display of Mounted Native Arabian Costume. Jasmine, wearing an outfit from Iraq, rode her bay mare, Faaraah Nile Moniet and used the authentic native bridle and saddle from Saudi Arabia. Brittany rode Qudifa Imiir in Jasmine's native costume." 
 
To show off the Arabian versitility, the Achaean team highlighted four disciplines: "Jasmine Montes on Faarah Nile Moniet demonstrated dressage; Brittany Iames on the grey mare Achaean Ariadni rode hunt seat; Jacque McKenzie on the grey gelding Qudifa Imiir exemplified endurance; and Alexis Lytle on her grey gelding HMT Megadda Galal displayed western..."
 

Desert Staar CCA Headed to Las Vegas
Jan Alexander recently informed us of her plans to represent the breed in Las Vegas:
 
"I have a Straight Egyptian competing at the Arabian Breeders World Cup show in Vegas. He is 4 year old stallion, Desert Staar CCA, by Imperial Mistaar out of Alli-Eloura (a Richer MH daughter)."
 
Crooked Creek Arabians recently enjoyed success with another Straight Egyptian stallion, The Covenant AE, when he took home Top 10 honors in the International and Classic Stallions class at the 2013 Scottsdale Arabian show.
 

SE Legacy Bloodstock Introduces Amer Shahed's First Filly of 2013
Charles and Carey Niman of SE Legacy Bloodstock in Bell Buckle, TN, are pleased to offer a "sneak peak" of their Straight Egyptian Arabian filly, Malakeh Al Shahed (Amer Shahed x Qadar Kamra)...
 
"We could not be happier with the result of this cross which doubles up on the bloodlines of  two of our favorite sires, Imperial Al Kamar and Imperial Madheen", says Carey, "Fawn's feminine and delicate beauty exceeds our expectations and underscores the strength of our decision to purchase Qadar Kamra as a "dream cross" for Shahed..."
 

Spring Updates from Paradise Arabians
Life Member Wanda Kenworthy of Lafayette, GA, writes in with Paradise Arabians' spring event dates and this exciting news: "Scapa and The Singleton are grandpas!" 
 
Wanda reports that Nafs Rouhaniah (by Scapa) had a BLACK COLT by The Singleton for her owners, Arul Murugan & Kavitha Palani. This is Scapa's first grandbaby. Also, Marah Nabila (by The Singleton) had a GREY FILLY by Scapa for her owners, the syndication group Jeri & Ben Hadaway, Mercedes Spratt, Nadine Pappas, Dr. Walter & Marianna Arms, Charlie Vosburgh, and Gary & Wanda Kenworthy...
  
 

Renaissance Arabians To Stand Ansata Rahotep in 2013 & 2014
Life Member David Myers shares the exciting news the SE stallion Ansata Rahotep has been leased by Renaissance Arabians!

"Ansata Rahotep (Ansata Iemhotep x Ansata Rahmah) will stand at Renaissance Arabians in South Charleston, OH for the next two breeding seasons and is entered into the Egyptian Breeder's Challenge Auction for the 2013 Egyptian Event."
 
 

New Arrival for Fantasia Arabians: It's a Filly!
Marilyn Lang of Sealy, TX, writes in to share the news of Fantasia Arabians' newest arrival, a black filly by FA Noor El Nefous!
 
"The first filly of the year to arrive at Fantasia Arabians is a black filly.  She is out of the homozygous black mare Maar Mara and sired by the stunning black stallion FA Noor El Nefous.  We are thrilled with her beauty and her pedigree..."
 

Roze Arabians Welcomes Its First Foal
Angla White of Roze Arabians in Harrisburg, PA, provides some excellent news for her breeding program...
 
"We are excited to announce the arrival of our first foal," writes Angela, "Mehdi Amir RZ (pending) arrived early on Easter Sunday. Mehdi Amir RZ is by Masada Mazal, who stands at Brookhill Farm, and is out of our mare Nile Roze+. We are very pleased with the result of this carefully planned cross."
 

From the Dam of TF Royal Shahbaz and TF Kestrelia...
Dana Jackson writes in with exciting news from Talaria Farms: The birth of a filly out of TH Maya Naufali by Sahib!
 
"Talaria Farms would like to announce the birth of a Straight Egyptian filly out of TH Maya Naufali, the dam of TF Royal Shahbaz and TF Kestrelia.  She is the first US born foal by the German stallion, Sahib (Salaa El Dine x NK Soraya), owned by Marcus and Mildred Pabst. 
 
We look forward to watching her continue Maya's legacy..."
 

An Easter Arrival for Fantasia Arabians
Marilyn Lang of Sealy, TX, writes in with news of Fantasia Arabians' Easter arrival: A filly by Imperial Al Kamar
  
"Two awesome fillies were born at Fantasia Arabians this spring - the last, an Imperial Al Kamar daughter born on Easter weekend. This beautiful girl is out of Aana Halima who is by the El Halimaar son Halliluyah MH and out of the Halim Shah daughter, Aana Shahlima.  Imperial Al Kamar is 26 this year..."
 

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