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2008
EGYPTIAN EVENT
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For a
complete Prize List and Egyptian Event packet contact Carol at The
Pyramid Society office,
info@pyramidsociety.org
Important Announcements:
HORSES
WANTED FOR ENDURANCE CLINIC!
Join us Wednesday, June 4th from 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.,
covered arena, at the Endurance Clinic and BRING YOUR HORSE! Take
the opportunity to speak with Heidi Vanderbilt regarding your
horse's strengths for distance riding. Heidi will be happy to
discuss and answer any questions you may have. If you would like to
participate in the Clinic, please contact Susan Watson at
mistil2@aol.com or Kent
Mayfield at swind@mhtc.net for
registration information. This clinic is a must for all endurance
enthusiasts! Tales from the Tevis Cup will be shared, information on
conformation, answers to all your questions and much more!
Further, Heidi
will be available all week during the Event to meet with individuals
at their stalls to answer questions. If you are interested in
scheduling an appointment, please contact Susan Watson or Kent
Mayfield.
Added
Performance Classes:
Added Classes include:
Class 27.1 Western Pleasure Novice Horse - This class will be
held on Wed., June 4 in the 1:00 p.m. session following Class 27.
Class 47.1 Hunter Pleasure Novice Horse - This class will be
held on Fri., June 6, in the afternoon session following Class 47.
According to USEF
Rules, Novice classes are open to horses which have not won three
first place ribbons at Regular of Dressage Competitions of The
Federation or Equine Canada in the particular performance division
or level in which they are shown. For complete details, please refer
to USEF GR134.
CLICK HERE
FOR UPDATED CLASS SCHEDULE
Request for
6 to 8 volunteers to assist with The Pyramid Challenge Endurance
Ride
Such volunteer duties would include: marking the course,
ride registration and pre-ride set up, 'spotters' for check points
on ride course and clean up. NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED!
Please contact Martha Lucas at
WHPlantation@hotmail.com or call (803) 428-3311.
2008 Egyptian Event Show Schedule Changes
In an effort to be as accommodating to all our exhibitors as
possible, the following changes have been made to this year's
Egyptian Event schedule:
Class 6 -
Halter Mares - 3 years and older, AATH
Originally scheduled on Monday afternoon, June 2, has now been moved
to the first class in Monday evening's session, to begin at 6:30
p.m.
Class 8 -
ATH Halter Geldings
Originally scheduled Monday, June 2, in the 1:00 p.m. session, has
been moved to Tuesday, June 3, and will be the first class in the
afternoon session, to begin at 1:00 p.m.
SCHEDULE REVISION, AS OF 3/31
You received a
notice on 3/28, advising you of two class schedule changes at
this year's Event. As often happens when one class gets moved,
it conflicts with others, as was in the case with Monday
evening's session. Therefore, as of 3/31, the revised schedule
will now read:
Monday, June 2, 6:30 p.m.
6 -
Halter Mares - 3 years and older, AATH
10 -
World Class Fillies - 2 years old
9 -
Western Pleasure - Open
11A -
Liberty Class - Preliminary Section A
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All Egyptian Event classes were
taped and are available for purchase through the Egyptian Event's
Official Videographer:
SeeHorse Video. |
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Photographs of all class winners
were taken by the Official Show Photographer:
Rob Hess |
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Thank you to the 2007 Egyptian
Event Sponsor:
Platinum Performance |
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Thank you to
Echo Hill Arabians for their 2008
Egyptian Event Gold Sponsorship:
www.echohillarabians.com |
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THE 27TH
ANNUAL EGYPTIAN EVENT- A YEAR TO REMEMBER
From June 3-9, 2007, The Pyramid Society hosted the 27th Annual
Egyptian Event. Attendees from all over the world participated in
the activities and celebration that took place throughout the week.
This year, the Egyptian Event kicked off on Sunday with an Amateur
Halter Clinic led by professional handlers Mike Neal and Robin
Hopkinson. Attendees watched as 15 handlers participated with their
horses to glean advice on how to become better handlers. On Monday,
the audience watched as Larry Westmoreland on Amiin+/ demonstrated
Working Cow Horse and Team Penning in the covered arena.
Special thanks to Pyramid Society members, CP Arabians of
Lawrenceburg, KY for providing the cattle for this demonstration. Later on in
the week the audience would see this incredibly talented Straight
Egyptian stallion receive his Legion of Excellence award. In the
Patrons’ Lounge, another group was engaged as Dr. John Shelle
discussed “Hereditary Conformational Indicators in Arabian
Breeding.” These two seminars were followed by afternoon and evening
sessions of classes that ended with the exciting Liberty Class
preliminaries. Tuesday morning’s Welcome Breakfast, proudly
sponsored by Pamela Onusko of Apex Arabians, Milford, DE, brought
new members and international guests together for a Southern-style
breakfast at the elegant Spindletop Hall to discuss their favorite
topic - Egyptian Arabian horses. Other attendees enjoyed a
demonstration on driving with Cindy Stylianos and her Egyptian-Sired
stallion, Ali Cristos. The Pyramid Society would like to
thank Tarter Gates, for providing the gates for the Working Arabian
demonstrations on Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday morning started with an excellent
seminar on “Breeding Farm Disasters: Dealing with EHV-1 Abortion and
Paralysis” presented by Josh Slater, BVM&S, Ph.D., DECEIM, MRCVS,
and President of the British Equine Veterinary Association. After a
morning and afternoon full of classes, The Pyramid Society hosted
its annual membership meeting and social for members and guests that
highlighted the different activities and programs available to
Society members. Following the social was the ever-popular Stallion
Showcase presentation, featuring some of the worlds’ finest Straight
Egyptian stallions. These stallions were presented again on Saturday
morning, where visitors were enthralled by the opportunity of
visiting these handsome steeds up close.
Thursday was an eventful day with a repeat of Dr. Josh Slater’s
seminar. Following the afternoon class session, the Jewels of the
Nile Private Treaty sale horses were previewed, followed by an
evening filled with barn parties. From Cajun to Middle-Eastern
cuisine, the savored aromas wafted through the air and, along with
the laughter, permeated the grounds during this ever-enjoyable time
of the Event. Friday began with a seminar of “The Babson Influence”
celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Babson Importation. The
afternoon session was kicked off with a bit of light-heartedness as
the Flying K9’s entertained attendees with their Frisbee-catching
abilities. Then it was down to serious business for the futurity
finals and their grand pay-outs exceeding $65,000.00. The new
“Kalkata” even provided non-owners the chance to get in the action
as they were able to bet on who they thought would win the
two-year-old Straight futurities. The “California Syndicate”,
immediately became champions of this fun-filled activity as they won
both pots and took home handsome checks for their small investment.
The “In the Pink” Gala and Live Art Auction rounded out Friday’s
activities. This fun and fund-raising evening was enjoyed by over
440 attendees from all around the globe who came together to
socialize as well as to bid on beautiful art by some of the worlds’
foremost equine artists. Henry Metz, President of The Pyramid
Society would also use this forum to recognize new Life Members of
The Pyramid Society, Drs. Margaret & Scott Acker of Die Burg Acker
Egyptian Arabians, Pinson, Al., Ed & Merrie Aiken of Cedar Ridge
Farm Egyptian Arabians, Las Vegas, NV, Ahmad Amer of Yorklyn
Arabians in Hockessin, De., and Gary, Wanda, Matt & Misty Kenworthy
of Paradise Arabians, Dalton, Ga. Pyramid Society Trustees honored
Barbara Griffith of the famed Imperial Egyptian Stud for her
devotion and dedication to the Egyptian Arabain horse. The crowd
became even more emotional, witnessing the video recap of Imperial’s
long and stellar history.
Saturday started early with the Endurance Ride getting off to an
exciting start, as over 60 competitiors vied for top honors in the
25 and 50 mile endurance rides. Later on the day the Egyptian
Breeders’ Challenge Live Auction would break all records - with the
end result being a pay-out exceeding $110,000.00 for the 2010 EBC
classes. Saturday evening’s Opening Ceremonies left the crowd
mesmerized as they were vicariously transplanted to the desert where
they witnessed the importance and tradition of the falcon, the
Saluki, the camel as well as the Egyptian Arabian horse on the
everyday lives of the Bedouins. Excitement continued to mount as the
numerous champions were pinned on Saturday evening – drawing to a
close another memorable and successful Egyptian Event. A special
note of congratulations to the following horses and their owners:
Futurity Finals Straight Egyptian Yearling Fillies – January 1 to
April 15
Champion - Imperial Kismetah, Owner: Barry Dearle
Reserve – Imperial Shehaabah, Owner: Imperial Egyptian Stud
Futurity Finals Straight Egyptian Yearling Fillies – April 16 to
December 31
Champion – Saamara KA, Owner: Kehilan Bloodstock
Reserve – AA-Franchesca, Owner: Candi L. Weeks
Futurity Finals Straight Egyptian Yearling Colts – January 1 to
April 15
Champion – MVA Imperial Colours, Owner: Jane Washburn
Reserve – Symbolic SMF, Owner: Silver Maple Farm
Futurity Finals Straight Egyptian Yearling Colts – April 16 to
December 31
Champion – Al Bahir, Owner: Mary E. Anderson Trust Dated 8/20/92
Reserve – Paladium, Owner: Carolyn Busch
Futurity Finals Straight Egyptian Fillies, 2 Year Old
Champion – ESA Laila Nile, Owner: Eastern Star Arabians
Reserve –
LF Triumphant Star, Owner: Lyday Farms
Futurity Finals Straight Egyptian Colts, 2 Year Old
Champion – Revelations ASA, Owner: First Capital Management
Corporation
Reserve – Scapa, Owner: Paradise Arabians
Egyptian Breeders Challenge Fillies – ATH
Champion – MS Amiri Zafeer, Owner: Tom Salome
Reserve – Mishaals
Prevue RCA, Owner: Rock Creek Arabians of Texas, Inc.
Egyptian Breeders Challenge Colts – ATH
Champion Jamil Bin Ibn Nitaya, Owner: Betty Gail Skinner
Reserve – Baarabas, Owner: Rocky Wagaman
Junior Champion & Reserve Junior Champion Filly
Champion – ESA Laila Nile, Owner: Eastern Star Arabians
Reserve –
LF Triumphant Star, Owner: Lyday Farms
Junior Champion & Reserve Junior Champion Colt
Champion – *Warad Al Khalidiah, Owner: HRH Prince Khaled Bin Sultan
Abul Aziz
Reserve – Revelations ASA, Owner: First Capital
Management Corporation
Supreme
Champion and Reserve Supreme Champion Gelding
Champion – Imperial Birak, Owner: Imperial Egyptian Stud
Reserve –
Ibn Al Riyah, Owner: Rick Claeys
Senior & Supreme Champion and Reserve Supreme Champion Mare
Champion – *Athenaa AHSB, Owner: HRH Prince Khaled Bin Sultan Abul
Aziz
Reserve MC Alexsis, Owner: Elite Arabian Horse International, L.L.C.
Senior
Champion and Reserve Supreme Champion Stallion
Champion – F Shamaal, Owner: HRH Prince Khaled Bin Sultan Abul Aziz
Reserve – Mishaal HP, Owner: Rock Creek Arabians of Texas, Inc.
Supreme
Champion and Reserve Supreme Champion Stallion
Champion –*Warad Al Khalidiah, Owner: HRH Prince Khaled Bin Sultan
Abul Aziz
Reserve – F Shamaal, Owner: HRH Prince Khaled Bin Sultan
Abul Aziz
2007 Breeders’ Awards – The Event’s Highest Placing Straight
Egyptian Mare and Stallion
Michael and Donna Zimmerman – Breeder of Reserve Supreme Champion
Mare, MC Alexsis
Inge and HansJuergen Friedmann – Breeder of Reserve Supreme Champion
Stallion, F Shamaal
El Gohara+// Perpetual Trophy
Ibn Bilal Halima (Bilal x Kastahna) Handler: C.J. Glaza
Amal Bukra High Point Junior Exhibitor
C.J. Glaza
Congratulations
to all the winners at the 2007 Egyptian Event!
Click Here to see Complete Egyptian Event Results!
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