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The President's Perspective
Hear from The Pyramid Society president about the upcoming release of the newest Society publication, THE SOURCE!
Pyramid Society News
Donate by March 14 to the Gleannloch Farms Tribute Book!
EBC Auction Stallion Promotions & Deadlines!
2014 Egyptian Event Early Release FORMS AND DOWNLOADS
New Life Members
Congratulations Lisa Cifrese & Richard Geha!
Business Partner Offers
Our Business Partners offer discounts to Members on products and services!
Members Only
Download Select Presentations from the 2013 Breeders' Conference
Pyramid Society Dates
Review important deadlines for Pyramid Society programs, events and Member services.
Welcome, New Members
Meet our newest members from coast to coast and beyond!
Member News
See the latest updates from Pyramid Society Members from around the world
Member Events
See what Members are up to in the coming months and RSVP to attend open houses, shows, and more!
Member Spotlight
Marion and Christina Murphy, Phoenix Rising Egyptian Stud, LLC, Cheraw, SC
Featured Item
Authentic Arabian Bloodstock Volume II by Judith Forbis
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
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 Dates & Deadlines
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March 14, 2014 Gleannloch Tribute Book Donation Deadline Please submit your sponsorship for this historic publication by this date to ensure your name is included in the official acknowledgements! March 14, 2014 2014 Egyptian Event Priority Stall Reservation Deadline To retain your 2013 Stalls, you MUST submit a Stall Request form and payment by this date! March 14, 2014 2014 Egyptian Event Commercial Exhibitor First Right of Refusal For 2013 Commercial Exhibitors, to retain your explicit rights to exhibit at the 2014 Event, please submit your deposit by this date!
April 1, 2014 Youth Creative Animal Photography Contest Deadline Attention Student Members: submit your photos by this date for consideration in our contest! April 15, 2014 2014 Egyptian Event Show Program Ad Reservation Deadline Click above, or contact Kory at 859-231-0771 ext 24 or email kory@pyramidsociety.org for more information!
May 2, 2014 2014 Egyptian Event Sponsorship Deadline To be recognized and thanked in The Egyptian Event Show Program, please denote your Sponsorship by this date!
June 3-7, 2014 SAVE THE DATE: The 34th Annual Egyptian Event - "Gleannloch Farms: The Legend and The Legacy" The Tentative schedule is now available. Forms and information are being updated periodically for the 2014 Event. Continue to watch The Chariot for updates! |
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Members Only!
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Don't forget about this exclusive, Member's Only download "From the Archives" of The Pyramid Society!
Select Presentations from the 2013 National Breeders' Conference
"The Global Influence of the Straight Egyptian Arabian"
The Global Influence of the Straight Egyptian Horse (Scott Benjamin)
The Immortal Nazeer (Joe Ferriss)
Sire & Dam Line Studies (Keri Wright) Balancing Science and Art in the Breeding Barn (Scott Benjamin)
My Mare is Pregnant... Now What? (Dr. Phoebe Smith)
Selecting Just The Right Image To Tell Your Story (Becky Rogers)
Effectively Telling the Story of the Straight Egyptian Arabian (Scott Benjamin)
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Featured Items
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RARE "GOLD BOOK" - EXTREMELY LIMITED QUANTITY AVAILABLE!
Authentic Arabian Bloodstock Volume II
by Judith Forbis
Own this highly-demanded resource from the Forbis Collection, in very limited supply, known worldwide for its inspirational histories of Straight Egyptian breeding...
Forbis' increasingly rare Volume II tells "The Story of Ansata" and chronicles the dream of one of the world's most prestigious breeding farms...
plus shipping & handling
REGULAR: $375.00
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Web Features
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Are you expanding your breeding program? Are you just getting started? Or are you still searching for your dream horse? START HERE and explore our February Featured horses & farms! STALLIONS AT STUD  HORSES FOR SALE  MEMBER FARMS  CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT WEB ADVERTISING WITH THE PYRAMID SOCIETY! |
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Upcoming Shows
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Check out these upcoming Arabian horse shows and make plans to connect with your fellow Pyramid Society members!
 AAHA 2014 Alabama All Arabian Horse Show March 28-30, 2014 Rainsville, AL
 8th Annual AHBA Arabian Breeders World Cup April 10-13, 2014 Las Vegas, NV
 Arabian Horse Celebration 2014 September 17-20, 2014 Louisville, KY |
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Be a part of history! Gleannloch Tribute Book Donations Requested by March 14th!
Last month, you received a letter outlining The Pyramid Society's forthcoming book paying special tribute to Douglas B. and Margaret Cullen Marshall of the legendary Gleannloch Farms. As we approach completion of this book, we wanted to remind you about the exciting opportunity for you to donate and be acknowledged as an underwriter of the publication at one of three levels, beginning at $150. CLICK HERE NOW to learn about becoming a donor and to make your donation online today. THANK YOU for your support!
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FEBRUARY PRESIDENT'S PERSPECTIVE
Dear Pyramid Society Members and Egyptian Arabian Enthusiasts:
As you may have seen on our Facebook page, there are several extremely exciting projects in the works at The Pyramid Society. I am pleased to tell you more about one of them: a brand new digital publication coming this spring entitled THE SOURCE. As the organization dedicated to the preservation, perpetuation and promotion of the Straight Egyptian Arabian horse as the premier source of classic Arabian type, the title could not be more appropriate! Designed to bring the Egyptian Arabian community relevant topics, enticing insights, and invaluable historical viewpoints, THE SOURCE will replace The Society's long-running Pyramid Report and will be published in three editions; Spring, Summer (post-Egyptian Event) and Fall. Released to our Members first, it will also be made available for download and archival for current Members and will then be promoted widely for free viewing by the broader Arabian industry as the go-to resource for Egyptian Arabian bloodlines. At the end of each year our goal is to provide the topics and articles available online in THE SOURCE, as well as additional materials, as part of a printed, annual publication. I look forward to sharing more information about this re-imagined yearly edition in the months ahead. I want to extend a special "Thank You" to our Marketing & P.R. Committee, chaired by Becky Rogers, for their untold efforts in making this vision a reality. The entire Board, staff and I are increasingly excited about the prospect of taking the Egyptian Arabian horse to the "digital street" in our continued efforts to reach more readers and further assist in educational pursuits with the Egyptian Arabian horse. Sincerely,
Bob MiarsPresidentThe Pyramid Society |
PYRAMID SOCIETY NEWS
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 Don't Miss International Promotion for your Straight Egyptian Stallion...
If you've not already enrolled your stallion in this year's Egyptian Breeders' Challenge Auction, sponsored by Markel, there's still time to take advantage of the exclusive marketing advantages this program has to offer. Promotional opportunities include:
- Photo, video, and stallion promotional copy included on our website (Did you know? 40% of annual web traffic occurs March through June...)
- Links and promotions at various venues online, including the Vegas World Cup live feed and our soon-to-be-released digital magazine, THE SOURCE (March 15th Deadline)
- Photo and stallion information featured in the EBC section of our 2014 Show Program (April 15th Deadline)
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 Your Stallion promoted on-site at The Egyptian Event in the EBC Auction area with possibility of appearing in our live auction presentation (Final Enrollment Deadline: May 15th)
Visit our website today for complete Breeder Incentive Program information, and enroll your stallion today!
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2014 Egyptian Event FORMS & INFORMATION
"The world's largest showcase of the Egyptian Arabian horse" is just around the corner! Join us June 3-7, 2014 at The Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky, USA, where we will celebrate "The Legend and the Legacy" of Gleannloch Farms with a week of impressive classes, exciting education, valuable networking, and an unprecedented fundraiser auction consisting of over 200 items donated to The Pyramid Society from the estate of Douglas B. and Margaret Cullen Marshall!
EARLY FORMS AND A TENTATIVE SHOW SCHEDULE are now available at www.TheEgyptianEvent.com. Or, use the download links below for immediate access digital files.
(NOTE: the files linked above require a PDF viewer such as Adobe Reader. The files linked above must be printed and filled out by hand. Computer fillable PDFs or online forms are available for many of the items listed above. Click here to visit our Forms & Downloads page) COMPLETE PARTICIPANT INFORMATION WILL BE EMAILED AND PUBLISHED ON OUR WEBSITE IN MARCH.
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WELCOME, NEW MEMBERS!
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CONGRATULATIONS TO NEW PYRAMID SOCIETY LIFE MEMBERS
Lisa Cifrese & Richard Geha
 Life Membership in any organization makes a definitive statement about one's commitment. We are pleased to welcome the members above to the growing ranks of Pyramid Society Life Membership. For more information about the benefits of Life Membership, or to see a listing of all Life Members, click here.
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UPCOMING MEMBER EVENTS
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 Arabians Ltd. Farm Conference: An Unforgettable Afternoon with Arabians March 1st, 2014
Arabians Ltd. of Waco, TX, hosts a day for those that have always had a passion for horses but find it hard to get good information on how to become a horse owner... Treat yourself to a day in the country and learn how you can apply good business principles to a passion for these amazing horses! Complimentary catered breakfast, lunch and refreshments will be served! Registration requested as space is limited! Cost: FREE! Click to learn more...
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 Living Life with Passion - Spring Equine Seminar March 29th, 2014
Lone Star Arabians in Magnolia, TX, invites you to come spend a day in the country with the world's most beautiful horses! Registration is required as space is limited. At this conference, discover the history of these 'gifts of the desert'; enjoy a continental breakfast; meet industry experts; learn how you can become a part of this rewarding industry; and experience these unique, friendly animals up close in a relaxing and beautiful horse farm setting! Click to learn more...
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 WEAHA Spring "Get Down to Business" Clinic March 29th, 2014
Mark Rustebakke and Kent Mayfield invite Pyramid Society members to check out the upcoming "Get Down to Business" Seminar hosted by the Wisconsin Egyptian Arabian Horse Alliance: Plan for Profit-Use Social Media! Whether you are promoting your company, your personal business, a career move or a local event, it pays to understand the profit motive and value of social media marketing. Space is limited. Advance registration is required. Click to learn more...
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FEBRUARY MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Marion and Christina Murphy, Phoenix Rising Egyptian Stud, LLC, Cheraw, SC
"...the Pyramid Society has been a rock for the Egyptian breeder as a basis to any carefully constructed programs..."
In our February Member Spotlight, we take a visit to Phoenix Rising Egyptian Stud in Cheraw, SC, where the mother & daughter team of Marion and Christina Murphy are proud to add their story to the Egyptian Arabian narrative...
According to the Murphys, what began in 1976 as an Egyptian-related breeding program naturally progressed and grew. "The respected Straight Egyptian program we nurture today is the result of careful selection of horses descending from Ansata and Imperial bloodlines, especially those of Ansata Ibn Halima, Ansata Halim Shah, and Imperial Madeen," says Marion, "The focus of PRE's breeding program has been the concentration of these bloodlines, crossed with carefully chosen lines to other great individuals with similar pedigree features. Progeny from this breeding philosophy have resulted in horses stamped with excellence and consistency, long well-arched necks, athleticism, balance, and supreme movement. These horses have proven themselves in the show arena, in endurance competition, and in the breeding shed."
By Marion and Christina's own accounts, The Pyramid Society has been an invaluable resource for Phoenix Rising Egyptian Stud throughout the progression of their breeding program. "By providing the guidelines for success incorporated in the literature and reference materials available, assistance in the details of breeders' and exhibitors' endeavors, as well as the promotion available through the annual Egyptian Event, the Pyramid Society has been a rock for the Egyptian breeder as a basis to any carefully constructed program," they write. In addition to their active membership and ongoing support for the Pyramid Society, Marion and Christine are also members of the Imperial Shehaab Syndicate, the Arabian Horse Association, and the Western Carolina Arabian Horse Association, and they were Lifetime Breeders for Mishaal HP until his passing in 2013.
 The Phoenix Rising Egyptian Stud farm is nestled in the Sandhills region of South Carolina. It boasts 69 acres of green rolling hills and a spacious and airy 23-stall barn. As noted in the farm's name, Phoenix Rising Egyptian Stud stands their own Straight Egyptian and Al-Khamsa stallions. Marion and Christina are proud to offer breedings to Phantom PR (Imperial Shehaab x Cashai), pictured, the 2013 Egyptian Event Reserve Champion World Class 3 Year Old Colt, East Coast Junior Champion Stallion, Top 5 East Coast All Ages, and Junior and Senior Champion Western Carolina Arabian Show... (CONTINUED)
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MEMBER NEWS
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 The Road to Paradise
Wanda Kenworthy of Paradise Arabians in LaFayette, GA, is eager to share the latest happenings on "the road to paradise!"
"In case you missed it..." she begins, "On January 25-26, 2014, Paradise Arabians hosted a Stallion and Breeding Clinic. With about 50 in attendance, we had a great group of people, from locals to out-of-state guests from as far away as California." The clinic was set up to be interactive, and attendees had the chance to get their questions answered about stallions, breeding, and foal care, among other topics. Paradise also took time out to honor Pyramid Society member Ms. Jeanette Longley's Eureka Zaki (Scapa x Dianaah), who took 3rd place for USEF's Horse of the Year Award for Arabian halter horses! "There were horse presentations, along with a special performance for the crowd by Equine Extremist Tommie Turvey. For the finale, the crowd met our new stallion, Shahil Pasha IA! It was a great event!"
The Kenworthys are also pleased to announce some new babies on the ground at Paradise. Wanda wishes to congratulate Nadine Pappas on her "New Year's" filly, Sanat al Sharazad; Stan and Shonda Thurman on their beautiful filly, Bint Al Nasseem; and Philip and Sue Lelievre on their spunky new Scapa colt.
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Simeon Stud Has Successful 2014 Foaling Season
Marion Richmond of Simeon Stud sent in a report on some of the new foals recently welcomed in Australia...
"We are still foaling at Simeon Stud," she reports, "and so far we have three full siblings from our young stallion Simeon Shifran, our son from Asfour who is carrying on his sire's great legacy, and his partner "made in heaven," our gorgeous, black mare, Simeon Shatkin." Marion reports this duo have produced a black colt, a black filly, and a grey filly. "In addition, Simeon Sibolet has a beautiful, dark liver chestnut filly by our new German stallion, Mulayh Ibn Mareesa, and we have another liver chestnut filly by Simeon Shifran out of one of my favourite German mares,Mussalah, who is by Mulayh Ibn Mareesa (and one of the many reasons that we purchased that fine stallion)."
Two more mares are due to foal at Simeon Stud, which, according to Marion is considered quite late for farms down under! Nevertheless, she is expecting two lovely fillies, the first from Simeon Shoshana by Immesmerize, and the second by Mulayh Ibn Mareesa out of Simeon Saadia.
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 Fantasia Arabians Announces Sale of Filly to France
Marilyn Lang of Fantasia Arabians in Sealy, TX, is thrilled to announce the sale of the grey 2013 Straight Egyptian filly FA Maarquita Moon (FA Noor El Nefous x FA Maarlina Moon) to Mathieu and Catherine Zug of Vay, France.
"Catherine came to visit last summer and immediately fell in love with Maarquita, and Maarquita with Catherine," says Marilyn, "Our heartfelt congratulations to the Zug family."
Maarquita has triple lines to Fa Sherifaa, one of Fantasia's foundation mares and a daughter of Ansata El Sherif, and double lines to AK Sirhalima. "Extremely linebred, she will become an important part of the Zug Straight Egyptian breeding program. We wish them much success with this beautiful filly."
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 Get Involved with Horse Tales Literacy Project!
Gene and Laura Graves of Round Mountain Arabians in Abbeville, SC, and representing Horse Tales Literacy Project are delighted to report that children will again receive the Walter Farley books, and hopefully be inspired to dream about horses, in several states through Horse Tales Literacy Project.
"Programs are currently offered in Arizona, Arkansas and Florida, and all are invited to enroll and motivate children to become lifelong readers using the magic of our Egyptian Arabian horses," says Laura. For additional information about getting involved with Horse Tales Literacy Project, please contact Gene and Laura Graves, 870-213-5216.
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An Invitation from Kayem Korrals for Las Vegas World Cup Attendees
Marilee Mott of Kayem Korrals Classic Egyptian Arabians in Las Vegas, NV, is pleased to extend an invitation to Egyptian breeders coming for the Las Vegas Arabian Breeders World Cup in April to use the Kayem Korrals arena for R & R, either before or after the show.
"Visitors will have a chance to meet two Ansata Ibn Sudan granddaughters - still lovely and graceful at 28 and 27 years young," Marilee mentions, "Any members or Egyptian enthusiasts interested in seeing old videos and pedigrees, or discussing and sharing ideas and bloodlines, please let me know!"
Marilee also hopes to host an Egyptian horse-lovers' get-together one evening after the show. The location and date/time will be announced and listed in The Pyramid Society Events Calendar.
Finally, Marilee is pleased to honor Ansata El Alim, Macho REA by Ansata Ibn Sudan, and Julia Byfield of Rainbow's End Arabians, who were her inspirations and mentors for the Egyptian horse. Look for Marilee's upcoming tribute in the Pyramid Society Membership Directory and Egyptian Event Prize List. "REACH out to the public with your horses," she encourages, "Reaching out with Egyptian Arabians = Children and Horses. May we each have a mentor and be a mentor."
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 Thee Desperado Filly Arrives at Bayou Angel Arabians
Marci & Larry Kirby of Bayou Angel Arabians, LLC, in New Orleans, LA, are ecstatic about their new Thee Desperado filly...
"She has arrived!" Marci exclaims. "Meet Thee Bint Lotus Capri (Thee Desperado x Lotus Capri by Mishaal HP)" The photo seen here with Marci is at three weeks old. "We are so blessed to have one of the very last Thee Desperado foals to grace his Legacy!"
Thee Bint Lotus Capri was born on February 3, 2014, at Colthill Crescent Arabians and out of 2013 Egyptian Event Silver Champion Amateur Mare, Lotus Capri. "She not only carries on "Thee" infamous heritage, but also the Lotus Legacy," says Marci, "The Lotus Legacy are mares with tail female that trace back to *Omayma. Lotus means "fertile," and the mares from the rare *Omayma line have a tendancy to produce more females."
Bayou Angel Arabians' newest arrival also carries bloodlines of Thee Infidel, *Wanisa, *Bint Magidaa, *Magidaa, Mishaal HP, Ansata Sinan, and TheEgyptianPrince from her dam's side, and Thee Desperado, The Minstril, Asmarr, Ruminaja Ali, *Bahila, and TheEgyptianPrince from her sire's side. "We look forward to witnessing the magic from Thee Bint Lotus Capri that will make her beloved sire and all of us proud!"
Marci also reports that Lotus Capri will be bred to Kamal Ibn Adeed for a foal in 2015. Watch the Bayou Angel Arabians website and Facebook page for updates and more photos!
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 Melroy Classic Arabians Prepares for Several New Foals!
Michael and Donna Zimmerman of Melroy Classic Arabians in Bradbury, CA, are looking forward to an exciting spring, especially around April...
"We have done an extensive study of stallions available and that are outstanding crosses to our quality and beautiful mares," says Donna, "First, we are expecting a foal this year by Hadban Al Shaqab out of MC Elextris (The Elixir X AK Athena), full sister to twice Supreme Champion Mare and European Champion, MC Alexsis. She is due mid-April, and we're expecting the exceptional with this cross."
"Our second mare, Nakhda Java (CN Jericho x EAI Etheena), is bred to Kamal Ibn Adeed, a gorgeous, young champion stallion whose dam was Supreme Champion of the Egyptian Event. Java is a sister of 2013 Egyptian Event Supreme Champion Mare, TF Exotikah out of EAI Etheena. Java is also due mid-April."
"Lastly, MC Elextriss Dream, daughter of MC Elextris, is due - can you believe it - in mid-April from a breeding to Marajh KA (Makhnificent KA X Marquisah KA)."
"So, you can see we are not going to get any sleep in April," quips Donna! "These 2014 foals will be all show-ring quality and will join our beautiful MC Alia Safena (Botswana x Nakhda Java), pictured above, in our show string. MC Alia Safena went top ten in both the Pyramid Society Futurities and the EBC for 2013, despite being pretty sick from the long trip. Thanks to Gary and Kenny McDonald, who were very patient with her not feeling well. As a two year old, things should be easier on her; she is such a beautiful girl!"
Donna and Michael invite you to visit their Facebook page and website for the most recent foal photos and more!
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