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Youth Programs News
Dates & Deadlines
- Oct. 26: Arabian Horse Youth Judging Contest, US Nationals, Tulsa, Okla.
- Oct. 27: Arabian Horse Youth Judging Contest Awards Breakfast, Tulsa, Okla.
- Nov. 1: AHYA Silent Auction donations due to AHA
- Nov. 16-18: AHYA Board of Directors Meeting at Convention, Denver, Colo.
- Nov. 30: Regional Youth Team Tournament results close
- Dec. 15: Regional Youth Team Tournament results are due to AHA from the Tournament Secretary in your region
New Youth & Family Programs Director
AHA is happy to introduce Shawna Strickland as the new Youth & Family Programs Director! As a former AHYA Secretary, Region 8 Vice Director, and judging contestant, Shawna comes to us with an extensive background in youth programs. She is thrilled to be on board and looks forward to meeting each of you at events throughout the year. If you have questions or ideas, feel free to email her or call (303) 696-4505.
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Board News
Join an AHYA Youth Committee
Are you passionate about sport horse, equitation and showmanship or maybe want to help spread the word about AHYA and Arabian horses? Did you know that AHYA has 10 committees in which you can get involved? Check out the AHYA committees webpage and email us if you are interested in being a part of one or more of these committees. All AHYA members are welcome and encouraged to join!
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Sponsors & Donors
Support the Arabian Horse Youth Judging Contest
This special event is the training ground for young men and women who will shape the horse industry into the next millennium. Contestants from 4-H and FFA clubs, AHA clubs and universities from across the continent evaluate the conformation and performance of some of the finest Arabian horses in the country. The contest takes place during the finals weekend of the U.S. National Arabian & Half-Arabian Championship Horse Show.
AHA Youth Programs is looking for sponsors for this educational event as well as volunteers for the contest. If you plan to be in Tulsa, Okla. at the US National Show and would be available the morning of Friday, October 26, please contact the Youth Department at 303-696-4505. We are looking for everything from horse handlers to card runners!
Sponsors, don't forget to choose your sponsorship level (Bronze $500, Silver $1000, Gold $2500 and Platinum $5000) or contact the Youth Department for partial sponsorship opportunities! Sponsorship benefits can be customized to meet your needs!
AHYA Youth Silent Auction Needs Item Donations
AHYA is looking for item donations for the 2012 Youth Silent Auction. This annual auction is held in conjunction with the AHA Annual Convention each year and is one of the largest fundraisers for Youth Programs. Large or small, your items contribute to sponsoring all of the educational programs offered by AHYA and Youth Programs each year.
Items can be sent to the AHA office by November 1 at Arabian Horse Association, Attn Youth Programs, 10805 E Bethany Drive, Aurora, CO 80014. For more information contact Shawna Strickland, Youth Programs, 303-696-4505.
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All Breed News
36th Annual National Youth Horse Leaders Symposium
For the opportunity to network and learn from the nation's most diverse group of horse oriented youth leaders, consider attending the 2013 American Youth Horse Council Symposium. You'll have the chance to meet representatives from breed and sport associations, agricultural programs, Girl and Boy Scouts, and more. Get informed about the youth horse industry through workshops, demonstrations, discussions and presentations. The event is April 12-14, 2013 in East Windsor, Conn. For more information, visit the AHYC website.
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Show & Tell
4-H Roundup Time!
Are you or your team participating at either the Eastern or Western National 4-H Roundups this year? We want to hear all about it. Send your story and 1-2 photos to us at youth@arabianhorses.org.
Halloween Costume Contest
Email a photo of you and your horse all dressed up for Halloween to youth@arabianhorses.org. Entries are due by November 15. Please include your name, horse's name, and city/state with your entry. We will post a full Top Ten on the AHYA section of the website and the winners will receive fabulous prizes like Breyer horses!
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