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THE 2003 EGYPTIAN EVENT—Another Grand Success!
Once again, The Egyptian Event has hit new heights with an extended schedule and new, exciting activities such as the “Walkabout” Tour of Barns and the Newcomer & International Welcome, held at the elegant Spindletop Hall. While other horse shows are experiencing a drop in attendance and support, the Egyptian Event is as strong as ever. The number and quality of entries at this year’s show were very encouraging and the attendance by exhibitors and spectators was significant. Thanks to each and every member. Because of your support of The Society, the Event is a continued success. As one member recently stated, “As usual, it was the (best) week of our year. The greatest reunion on earth.” It truly is a show unlike any other in the world.

 

Sponsoring members are encouraged to mentor the new members throughout their first year with The Society by assisting them with questions about any of our programs guiding them at The Egyptian Event, and introducing them to other members.

(NOTE: New members are eligible to sponsor other members after their first membership renewal. A new member is defined as someone who has not been a current member of The Society for three years or more.)

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There has never been a more opportune time to take advantage of all that The Pyramid Society has to offer!

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WELCOME OUR NEW LIFE MEMBER!
We are honored to welcome Ahmed Fathey El Telawey of Baydaa Arabians in Egypt as The Pyramid Society’s newest Life Member! Ahmed’s generous dedication to our organization is greatly appreciated.

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2004 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY ADVERTISEMENTS
The Pyramid Society is once again offering advertising space in the upcoming Membership Directory. This exceptional opportunity has been extremely popular as it provides visibility for your farm and horses in a publication that’s used on a year-round basis. These member ads will be located in the geographical section of the Directory for ease of locating farms when traveling.

To access a printable version of this form, please Click Here!

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EBC BREEDINGS AVAILABLE
This year’s Egyptian Breeders’ Challenge (EBC) Auction broke all previous records. The proceeds from this auction will fund the expected $60,000.00 in prize money for the EBC classes of 2006! Only those stallion owners who’ve donated a breeding that sold, and the mare owners who’ve purchased a breeding, will be eligible to enter a resulting foal into the EBC classes of 2006 with a chance to win a part of $60,000.00! You’ve Got To Be In It To Win It!

To see available EBC Breedings, please Click Here!

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NEW BOOKS BY JUDI FORBIS AND DR. HANS NAGEL & GIGI GRASSO
Authentic Arabian Bloodstock II, by Judith Forbis is the all-new "companion" to Authentic Arabian Bloodstock I- "the blue book." If you dream of breeding superb Arabian horses and are looking for inspiration, this book chronicles the "vision" of a childhood dream into the reality of developing one of the world's most prestigious breeding farms. It discusses a most unique perspective on "the art of breeding Arabian horses" and proves the point throughout the 640 pages with over 1000 historic illustrations of past and present Egyptian Arabian horses worldwide. And each chapter brings to light nuances in the "art of breeding."
Price: $135 + $15 U.S. s/h

"Return And Renaissance Of The Arabian Horse to The Arabian Peninsula" by Dr. Hans Nagel and Gigi Grasso is also now available. The Arabian horse is never so beautiful as when seen in the spectacular settings of its ancestral home. And this luxuriously designed and illustrated book is certain to be a feast for both the eyes and soul of Arabian horse lovers everywhere.
Price: $100 + $12 U.S. s/h

To order either of these books, please Click Here!

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Stallion Owner Participation Program
A printable version of the forms necessary to enroll your Straight Egyptian stallion in the ever-popular Stallion Owner Participation program are located in the forms section of this website.  Participants are required to submit this form annually.  Please mail or fax your completed form to arrive no later than October 1st, 2003.  This will ensure the inclusion of your stallion in the upcoming Stallion Guide published within the December issue of the Arabian Horse World.

To access Stallion Owner Participation program forms, please Click Here!

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NEW TERM FOR REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVES
The current two-year term for The Pyramid Society's Regional Representatives will be ending in September and we wish to thank each and every Representative for their dedication and efforts on behalf of our members. This volunteer position plays a key role in expanding networking opportunities and enhancing communication between our members and the Society's staff and Board of Directors.

If you have not done so, please fill out the section pertaining to Regional Representatives in your 2003 Egyptian Event Member Survey.  We ask that you send your thoughts and suggestions for future Representatives to us by September 10th for consideration at the September board meeting.

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TRUSTEE UPDATE
The Board of Directors recently met to revisit and update the Bylaws, and the Trustees felt it was also an excellent time to revisit the sections pertaining to Trustees. According to the Bylaws, (Article VI, Section 1) “There shall be a Board of Trustees for the purpose of providing continuity of purpose and philosophy for the Society and for such additional contributions of services as the Board of Directors may request. Only persons who have provided substantial service to The Pyramid Society will be elected as Trustees. This board will have a minimum of seven Trustees. And (Section 4), the Trustees’ term of office shall be for life or until their resignation, unless removed by a majority vote of the Board of Trustees.”

Our first realization was that we needed to become more involved AND we needed more Trustees. Quite coincidentally, the timing was right. Three very hard-working individuals had completed their terms of office as Board Members and we promptly elected them as Trustees. They are: Christie Metz, Sherry Moseley and Tom Salome. Their years of service speak for itself. We plan to further utilize their talents, and just think, we have them for life!
Secondly, we realized that some of the Trustees have served both diligently and faithfully and deserve not to have to work so hard. We felt more accolades were in order for them, and thus elevated Willis Flick, Barbara Griffith, Douglas B. Marshall Jr., and Jarrell McCracken to Trustee Emeritus.
Unlike the Board of Directors, our job is not to directly govern the Society. Instead, as outlined in the Bylaws our role is to provide “additional contributions of services as the Board of Directors may request.” Bottom line, we’re committed to special projects and areas as directed by the Board in order to create an even stronger, more effective Pyramid Society.
I look forward to seeing you soon.

Best regards,
Howell Wallace, Trustee & Past President

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THE NEW NABIEL VIDEO
The Pyramid Foundation, Inc. has produced a new video as part of the special Egyptian Event finale celebration honoring the 2003 Desert Legend Nabiel (*Sakr X *Magidaa). Nabiel was both a show ring superstar and a world class sire of over 600 purebred Arabian get, many of whom continued his legacy as show champions.

The video is available for $25.00 in VHS format and $40.00 in DVD format. Or you can purchase the entire "Desert Legend Series" on DVD, including Ansata Ibn Halima, Morafic and Nabiel for $100.00 + $10 s/h.

To order this video, please Click Here!

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ANSATA’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY & CONFERENCE
In celebration of Ansata’s 45th Anniversary, Don & Judith Forbis invite you to join them for a Leadership and “Look to the Future” Conference relating to “The Art of Breeding” Egyptian Arabian horses. On October 10—12, 2003 attendees will enjoy: lectures, live horse presentations, round table discussions, a turban contest and much more!

For more information visit www.ansata.com or contact Ansata Arabian Stud, 234 Polk 130, Mena, AR. 71953 Ph: 479-394-5288, Fax: 479-394-3078, Email: ansata@centurytel.net.

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For more information, contact: Asil Club e.V., Hagentorwall 7, 31134 Hildesheim, Germany, Phone +49-(0)5121 / 150 10, Fax +49-(0)5121 / 150 150, or info@asilclub.de, http://www.asilclub.de.

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Sponsoring members are encouraged to mentor the new members throughout their first year with The Society by assisting them with questions about any of our programs guiding them at The Egyptian Event, and introducing them to other members.

(NOTE: New members are eligible to sponsor other members after their first membership renewal. A new member is defined as someone who has not been a current member of The Society for three years or more.)

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There has never been a more opportune time to take advantage of all that The Pyramid Society has to offer!

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WELCOME OUR NEW LIFE MEMBER!
We are honored to welcome Ahmed Fathey El Telawey of Baydaa Arabians in Egypt as The Pyramid Society’s newest Life Member! Ahmed’s generous dedication to our organization is greatly appreciated.

                                                                                                                            Back to News Index

2004 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY ADVERTISEMENTS
The Pyramid Society is once again offering advertising space in the upcoming Membership Directory. This exceptional opportunity has been extremely popular as it provides visibility for your farm and horses in a publication that’s used on a year-round basis. These member ads will be located in the geographical section of the Directory for ease of locating farms when traveling.

To access a printable version of this form, please Click Here!

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EBC BREEDINGS AVAILABLE
This year’s Egyptian Breeders’ Challenge (EBC) Auction broke all previous records. The proceeds from this auction will fund the expected $60,000.00 in prize money for the EBC classes of 2006! Only those stallion owners who’ve donated a breeding that sold, and the mare owners who’ve purchased a breeding, will be eligible to enter a resulting foal into the EBC classes of 2006 with a chance to win a part of $60,000.00! You’ve Got To Be In It To Win It!

To see available EBC Breedings, please Click Here!

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NEW BOOKS BY JUDI FORBIS AND DR. HANS NAGEL & GIGI GRASSO
Authentic Arabian Bloodstock II, by Judith Forbis is the all-new "companion" to Authentic Arabian Bloodstock I- "the blue book." If you dream of breeding superb Arabian horses and are looking for inspiration, this book chronicles the "vision" of a childhood dream into the reality of developing one of the world's most prestigious breeding farms. It discusses a most unique perspective on "the art of breeding Arabian horses" and proves the point throughout the 640 pages with over 1000 historic illustrations of past and present Egyptian Arabian horses worldwide. And each chapter brings to light nuances in the "art of breeding."
Price: $135 + $15 U.S. s/h

"Return And Renaissance Of The Arabian Horse to The Arabian Peninsula" by Dr. Hans Nagel and Gigi Grasso is also now available. The Arabian horse is never so beautiful as when seen in the spectacular settings of its ancestral home. And this luxuriously designed and illustrated book is certain to be a feast for both the eyes and soul of Arabian horse lovers everywhere.
Price: $100 + $12 U.S. s/h

To order either of these books, please Click Here!

                                                                                                                           Back to News Index

Stallion Owner Participation Program
A printable version of the forms necessary to enroll your Straight Egyptian stallion in the ever-popular Stallion Owner Participation program are located in the forms section of this website.  Participants are required to submit this form annually.  Please mail or fax your completed form to arrive no later than October 1st, 2003.  This will ensure the inclusion of your stallion in the upcoming Stallion Guide published within the December issue of the Arabian Horse World.

To access Stallion Owner Participation program forms, please Click Here!

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NEW TERM FOR REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVES
The current two-year term for The Pyramid Society's Regional Representatives will be ending in September and we wish to thank each and every Representative for their dedication and efforts on behalf of our members. This volunteer position plays a key role in expanding networking opportunities and enhancing communication between our members and the Society's staff and Board of Directors.

If you have not done so, please fill out the section pertaining to Regional Representatives in your 2003 Egyptian Event Member Survey.  We ask that you send your thoughts and suggestions for future Representatives to us by September 10th for consideration at the September board meeting.

                                                                                                                           Back to News Index

TRUSTEE UPDATE
The Board of Directors recently met to revisit and update the Bylaws, and the Trustees felt it was also an excellent time to revisit the sections pertaining to Trustees. According to the Bylaws, (Article VI, Section 1) “There shall be a Board of Trustees for the purpose of providing continuity of purpose and philosophy for the Society and for such additional contributions of services as the Board of Directors may request. Only persons who have provided substantial service to The Pyramid Society will be elected as Trustees. This board will have a minimum of seven Trustees. And (Section 4), the Trustees’ term of office shall be for life or until their resignation, unless removed by a majority vote of the Board of Trustees.”

Our first realization was that we needed to become more involved AND we needed more Trustees. Quite coincidentally, the timing was right. Three very hard-working individuals had completed their terms of office as Board Members and we promptly elected them as Trustees. They are: Christie Metz, Sherry Moseley and Tom Salome. Their years of service speak for itself. We plan to further utilize their talents, and just think, we have them for life!
Secondly, we realized that some of the Trustees have served both diligently and faithfully and deserve not to have to work so hard. We felt more accolades were in order for them, and thus elevated Willis Flick, Barbara Griffith, Douglas B. Marshall Jr., and Jarrell McCracken to Trustee Emeritus.
Unlike the Board of Directors, our job is not to directly govern the Society. Instead, as outlined in the Bylaws our role is to provide “additional contributions of services as the Board of Directors may request.” Bottom line, we’re committed to special projects and areas as directed by the Board in order to create an even stronger, more effective Pyramid Society.
I look forward to seeing you soon.

Best regards,
Howell Wallace, Trustee & Past President

                                                                                                                           Back to News Index

THE NEW NABIEL VIDEO
The Pyramid Foundation, Inc. has produced a new video as part of the special Egyptian Event finale celebration honoring the 2003 Desert Legend Nabiel (*Sakr X *Magidaa). Nabiel was both a show ring superstar and a world class sire of over 600 purebred Arabian get, many of whom continued his legacy as show champions.

The video is available for $25.00 in VHS format and $40.00 in DVD format. Or you can purchase the entire "Desert Legend Series" on DVD, including Ansata Ibn Halima, Morafic and Nabiel for $100.00 + $10 s/h.

To order this video, please Click Here!

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ANSATA’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY & CONFERENCE
In celebration of Ansata’s 45th Anniversary, Don & Judith Forbis invite you to join them for a Leadership and “Look to the Future” Conference relating to “The Art of Breeding” Egyptian Arabian horses. On October 10—12, 2003 attendees will enjoy: lectures, live horse presentations, round table discussions, a turban contest and much more!

For more information visit www.ansata.com or contact Ansata Arabian Stud, 234 Polk 130, Mena, AR. 71953 Ph: 479-394-5288, Fax: 479-394-3078, Email: ansata@centurytel.net.

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For more information, contact: Asil Club e.V., Hagentorwall 7, 31134 Hildesheim, Germany, Phone +49-(0)5121 / 150 10, Fax +49-(0)5121 / 150 150, or info@asilclub.de, http://www.asilclub.de.

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"SEABISCUIT" EQUINE ACTOR MAKES KENTUCKY HORSE PARK HOME
During your next visit to The Kentucky Horse Park, plan to visit I Two Step Too, one of the nine horses that played Seabiscuit in the feature film Seabiscuit. "Seabiscuit has helped to rekindle and reinforce America's passion for horses and the sport of racing," said John Nicholson, Executive Director for the Kentucky Horse Park. "We are proud to welcome one of the stars of this cinema epic to the Kentucky Horse Park. I Two Step Too is featured twice daily in the Parade of Breeds presentations held in the Kentucky Horse Park's Breeds Barn. For more information contact Lisa Jackson at the Kentucky Horse Park at (859) 259-4224.

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MEMBER NEWS
Amiin+ Youth Nationals Champion
Congratulations to Dan and Summer Rupley, of New Orleans, Louisiana on the recent win by their straight Egyptian stallion, Amiin +,( Ibn Morafic X Ajibah) at the Arabian Youth Nationals. Amiin + was ridden by Colt Johnson to the title of Reserve National Champion Purebred Working Cowhorse JTR 17 and Under.

Mike Albertini Joins Talaria Farms
Talaria Farms of Atlanta, Georgia proudly announces Mike Albertini as their new Farm Manager and Program Director. Talaria will, unfortunately, no longer offer performance training--but will continue to offer the lesson program, and also state-of-the-art equine conditioning and basic halter schooling. In addition, they’ve established a stallion station (concentrating on SE stallions), and offer mare management, promotion and marketing. Plans are also underway for a lot of fun activities including clinics, seminars, open houses, stallion presentations, foal evaluation events, little "judging schools," etc. throughout the year. Their goal is to provide an "arena" in which clients can receive good, honest advice and participate in continuing educational activities that showcase and market Egyptian horses.

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EQUINE RESCUE DEMONSTRATIONS
Hagyard-Davidson-McGee is proud to present a unique clinic on Equine Rescue Demonstrations to be held at The Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky. This valuable event will be presented free to the general public on Sunday, October 26, from 8 a.m.—3 p.m. Additionally, there will be a special session for rescue personnel only on Thursday, October 23, 8 a.m.—12 noon. The three topics of rescue will include: Basic Concepts and Equipment in Large Animal Rescue, Vehicular Rescue Involving Horses and Transport of Recumbent Horses and Mud Rescue. For more information, please contact Kendra Holland at Hagyard-Davidson-McGee Associates at (859) 255-8741 or visit www.hagyard.com.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
September 1          Membership Renewals Due
                              EBC Payments Due
October 1              New Term For Regional Representatives
                              Stallion Owner Participation Program Submission Deadline
Mid-October           Futurity Forms Mailed
October 17-25       U.S. Arabian Nationals, Albuquerque, NM
October 23            Pyramid Society Nationals  
                              Cocktail Party
October 29            Membership Directory Ads
                              Due
October 31            Member Rewards Drawing
November 27-28    Thanksgiving Holiday -
                              Pyramid Society Offices
                              Closed
December 1           Final EBC Payment Due
December 24-26    Christmas Holiday - Pyramid Society Offices Closed

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The Pyramid Society 

P.O. Box 11941, Lexington, Kentucky   USA
Ph: (859)-231-0771,  Fax: (859)-255-4810
Office hours from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday  through  Friday

E-Mail:  info@pyramidsociety.org