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REGIONS 4, 5, & 6

RHR HALA TO MAKE HER DEBUT
The excitement for Loren and Nancy Lee Wight, owners of Rockin' Heart Ranch, LTD of Potlatch, Idaho, keeps growing. Recently, two of their horses were sold overseas. One of them, RHR Hala (HS Infinite x RHR Cameo), a 2007 black/gray filly, was sold to Susan Stiles in Saudi Arabia where she will be shown in the second annual Al Khaledia Horse Festival. Loren and Nancy are also very pleases as their stallion, HS Infinite, now has his second foal crop on the ground – including two black fillies. Both fillies are very exotic and possess HS Infinite’s consistent traits of long legs; long, lovely, high set necks; and beautiful faces with amazingly huge eyes.

11.13.08

A DREAM COME TRUE FOR SHAHIDOVA ARABIANS
Hilary Lucas of Shahidova Arabians, located in Tenino, WA, just returned from the Sport Horse Nationals in Nampa, ID where she presented her 4 year old stallion against a very tough class of 24 stallions. Prince Imatep Too (Falcontep x Monettah by Ansata El Halim) put in an outstanding showing, landing him in the Top Ten. Prince just debuted at the NW Heritage show in April of this year where he placed 4th, only 1 point behind a multi-regional and national champion. He went on to Sport Horse Regionals on May 31 and finished with a score of 75.5. Hilary looks forward to a strong show career for this extremely promising stallion as he continues his training in Sport Horse In Hand, Driving, and under saddle.

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REGION 7

A GREAT HORSEMAN PASSES AWAY
Julia Byfield, formerly of Benson, AZ passed away on October 12, 2008. Julie was instrumental in mentoring and leading many new breeders into the Egyptian Arabian breeding industry. Member, Kelly Gobla Hughes had the following to say regarind Julie's passing and her impact on the Egyptian Arabian community, "Julia was a great woman, always had a kind word and was supportive to other preservation breeders for many years. She was a true researcher of the Egyptian Arabian Horse. She helped me so much over the years, and I will always be thankful for what she shared with me. I'm so sorry to hear about her passing, and my thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. I will miss you Julie, you will always be special to those who knew you." Additionally, another member, Marilee Mott, emphasized the importance of enacting values Julia held for mentoring others by saying, "May we all try to mentor others as we have been........". The Egyptian Arabian community rests upon the dedication of such researchers, breeders and horseman as Julia Byfield.

11.14.08
 

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REGION 8

AL ZARKA ARABIANS BLENDS THEIR SENIOR STALLIONS
Kathy Raider of al Zarka Arabians, LLC, is pleased to announce the successful blending of the blood of their two senior stallions, Ansata Nile Sheik (*Jamill x Ansata Nile Charm) and BKA Dabuur (Ruminaja Ali x Ansata Damietta). al Zarka Madkour (BKA Dabuur x Moonfyre Moonique by Ansata Nile Sheik) was born in late April and named after his forefather. He promises to be an outstanding herd sire; carryng on the legacy of his grandsires and granddams: Ruminaja Ali, Ansata Damietta, Ansata Nile Sheik and Ansata Jasmina.

KANSAS IS BLESSED WITH THE ADDITION OF A NEW GENERATION OF STRAIGHT EGYPTIANS
Marlene Ashner of Foxwood Farms, LTD in Leawood, Kansas is extremely pleased with her new chestnut filly born on April 27. Her new addition is by Marlene's stallion, Soudan Al Bady by Makhnificent KA and out of the "Ansata Ibn Halima granddaughter, Shams Majiida MA. The filly represents two generations of breeding by Foxwood Farms as they also bred her sire, Soudan Al Badi. She brings together the blood of *Ansata Ibn Halima, Ansata Jellabia, *Ibn Hafiza, Serenity Mana, Makhsous, and Shaikh Al Badi with the root female Rodania.

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REGION 9

ARABIANS LTD FINAL 2008 CONFERENCE - December 6, 2008
Arabians, Ltd. Inc invites you to visit their farm where you can expect to enjoy pastures of mares and foals, rub the noses of exceptionally beautiful show horses and experience the majesty of some of the world's most breathtaking stallions. Visit www.arabiansltd.com for more information and plan to attend this conference! You may also call or email to request a free "Consider the Possibilities" DVD.

TWIN FIDDLES RANCH ANNOUNCES THEIR CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE
Dick and Diane Malone of Twin Fiddles Ranch in Alvarado, TX will be holding an open house on Saturday, December 6 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. They invite everyone to come and celebrate the season with food, drink, good friends, and, of course, Straight Egyptian Arabian horses! Directions to their facility are: South on I-35W from Fort Worth to Alvarado. Take exit FM 3136/FM 1706 (it is the first one south of the Hwy 67 exit). Turn left under I-35W onto Maple Avenue (CR 108C). Stay on Maple for approximately 1 mile to FM 1807 and then turn right. In approximately 1 mile you will come to a “Y” in the road, go right onto CR 206. Approximately ½ mile on your right is CR 206A, turn right and follow CR 206A to the end. Dick and Diane look forward to hosting Arabian enthusiasts and sharing their ranch, knowledge, and beautiful horses.

11.13.08

LYDAY BRED MARE WINS TOP TEN AT US NATIONALS
LF Triumphant Star (Thee Desperado x Princess Tammen), bred by Gary Fernandes of Lyday Farms, Honey Grove, Texas was recently awarded Top Ten Junior Mare at the 2008 U.S. Arabian National Horse Show in Tulsa, OK. Previously LF Triumphant Star was crowned 2007 Egyptian Event Reserve Junior Champion Filly and 2008 Youth Nationals Reserve Champion Mare.

11.07.08

SUMERLAN EGYPTIAN ARABIANS ANNOUNCES STALLION LEASE
Susan Gilbert, owner of Sumerlan Egyptian Arabians is very proud to announce the two year lease of Ramses Mishaal Nadir (Mishaal HP x Ramses Minx). They are anticipating his arrival early in November.

Ramses Mishaal Nadir offers the blood of Ansata Sinan (Prince Fa Moniet x Ansata Nefara); full brother to Ansata Iemhotep combined with the blood of Messoudah M, full sister to Imperial Madheen. His dam, Ramses Minx (Thee Desperado x Ramses Effendi), just sold to Belgium for six figures. Ramses Effendi (Prince Ibn Shaikh x Ramses Safina) brings in another line to RDM Maar Hala. Ramses Effendi, previously owned by Susan Gilbert, is out of the Ramses Fayek daughter, Ramses Safina. Ramses Fayek was imported by Martin Loeber, Plum Grove Farm in 1970.

CLASSIC BLOODSTOCK EGYPTIAN ARABIANS FEATURED BY TEXAS HORSE
Two Straight Egyptian mares owned Martha White of Classic Bloodstock in Hempstead, TX were chosen to represent the Arabian breed for the new group Texas HORSE. This new organization was formed by TABA, TX Thoroughbred and TX Quarters and also encompasses show and performance groups of all breeds, in efforts to push forward legislation to provide more money into purse monies - both for shows and racing. They will be featured on the cover of their brochure. The two mares are Alabaster Moniet (Ali Zaar x AK Riana Star) and Bint Nariya (Shahir ISAB x Imperial Nariya).

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REGION 10

WEAHA Hosts "Tour de Arabians"
The Wisconsin Egyptian Arabian Horse Alliance (WEAHA) is a cooperative of dedicated Arabian horse breeders whose purpose is to preserve and perpetuate the bloodlines of Egyptian Arabians.

With these ideals in mind and featuring the motto “Great Friends, Great Food, Great Horses…All in the Great Wisconsin North,” the first “Tour de Arabians” was announced for October 18, 2008.  Newcomers to Egyptian Arabians, non-horse owners, seasoned breeders…all were invited. Thanks to careful planning by WEAHA member, Nancy Merkel, the turnout was remarkable; more than 40 joined the tour of five farms in central Wisconsin.

One of the follow-up e-mail messages said it all:   “Just a quick thank you to let you know how much we enjoyed your farm tour get together.  We haven’t had that much fun and learned so much in one day in I don’t remember when.”

The Wisconsin Egyptian Arabian Horse Alliance plans another tour of Straight Egyptian breeding farms in the spring, focusing then on farms in the southern part of the state.

Radaar Love crowned Reserve Champion Stallion at Region 7 Qualifying Show
Radaar Love (* Shahir ISAB x Sempy Irazistabl, by The Infidel) has continued his halter show career, recently taking the title of Reserve Champion Stallion Open & ATH at the SAAHA Silver Buckle Duel All Arabian Show in Tuscan, AZ.  Radaar Love was also presented at the 2008 Egyptian Event. Owned by Sydney & Marshall Porter of Day Dream Arabians, Beloit, WI and trained and managed by Benjamin Bogart of Hopkinson Equine Management, Scottsdale, AZ.  Radaar Love is now setting his sights on the 2009 Scottsdale All Arabian Show and the 2009 World Cup in Las Vegas!

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REGION 11

2 NEW BABIES ON THE GROUND!
Member Eric Boquist and his wife Jody welcomed twins into the world in early November.  Twin boys, Carl Josef and Alexander Kenneth are the couples' first children. The Boquists live in Chicago, IL. The Pyramid Society extends a great CONGRATULATIONS to the Boquists! We look forward to seeing the boys in the Stick Horse Class at the Event in the upcoming years!

11.20.08

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REGION 12

TALARIA FARMS PRESENTS "FROM FOAL TO 4-YEAR-OLD" - HALTER & PERFORMANCE CLINIC
On Saturday and Sunday, March 14-15, 2008, Talaria Farms will host a clinic entitled "From Foald to 4-Year-Old": Training for success in halter and performance. This 2-day clinic will feature Sheila Varian of Varian Arabians, Johanna Ullstrom of European Training Center, Elizabeth Bentley of IIb Farms and Mike Wilson (with Peri Tilghman) of Wilson Training Center. Sessions will include "Selecting and starting the young halter horse", "Encouraging free and spirited movement in halter horses", "Using positive methods to resolve training problems", and many others throughout each day. Sunday morning will feature a special falconry exhibition as well! Cost is $125 per person and includes workbook and all meals. Reservations are required, for further information or to reserve your seat, contact Talaria Farms at (770) 251-7005 or e-mail info@talariafarms.com.

11.18.08

MAGIC IMAGE ARABIANS WINS AT DIXIE GULF PANHANDLE RUFF OUT
Magic Image Arabians, owned by Sharon Tamplin, Montgomery, AL, had a great show at the Dixie Gulf Panhandle Ruff Out in Baker, Florida November 7th-9th.  Precocious Magic (Blac Knight x Kasbana), a 5-month-old Straight Egyptian filly, made her show debut in high style, winning Weanling Filly, Junior Champion Mare, Mare AOTH, and Mare JTH. Noble Conquest (Asami Mujiir x Bint Mameluck) also captured the coveted "Most Classic Arabian" title. All horses were conditioned and trained by Brittany Bridges and Paul Hollon, and shown by the teenagers or amateur owner Sharon Tamplin.  Gene Reichardt led the Straight Egyptian Ra-Horakhty (Blac Knight x DB Hamra) to a win in the Yearling Colt class, as well.

Additionally, Shah Zammm (Blac Knight x Au Rodeo Queen), an Egyptian-sired yearling colt, won his class at the Michigan Breeders Futurity with trainer Al Gruppen.  The next day, he won Stallions 2 & under AOTH and Top Five (3rd) Grand Champion AOTH with owner Sharon Tamplin.

WHITEHAVEN HORSES & CLIENTS SUCCESSFUL AT WCAHA ARABIAN SHOW
Whitehaven Plantation attended the WCHA Fall Show in Clemson, SC, over Halloween weekend, and had a fantastic time.  The young straight Egyptian stallion Ali Mutazz (Imperial Baarez x Moniet Fernazz), owned by Tony & Chris Natelli, won the Sport Horse Stallion 3 & Over Class, placing 2^nd in Sport Horse Under Saddle Junior Horse, and at Introductory Level dressage.  Ali was named Champion Sport Horse Stallion and Reserve Champion Sport Horse Under Saddle Junior Horse.  And, in proving that Egyptian Arabians can be athletic and beautiful, Ali also won the Stallion Halter class.  In just one show he has qualified for both Region 12 and Sport Horse Nationals in hand and under saddle. 

Trisha Blackwell also showed Whitehaven’s own WH BintBintPhateehah (WH Bodacious x Ansata Farah), a 9 month old straight Egyptian filly.  Following in her parents hoof steps, Whip won the Sport Horse Mares 2 & under class, and was less than 2 points away from Reserve Champion Sport Horse Mare!  We have great hopes for this beautiful and talented young filly.

In endurance news, straight Egyptian mare Cinderella Story (Curundu Java x Ann Anazeh; owned by Trisha Dingle) introduced Julia Fisher to the world of endurance.  Julia rode “Daisy” in the Hallelujah Benefit 25 Mile Ride, finishing in 25^th place out of 75 starters, just behind Trisha and a client’s horse. 

For more information on Whitehaven’s successful breeding and training program, please contact Trisha at 803-428-5656 or whitehavenarabians@hotmail.com, and visit our website at www.whitehavenplantation.com.

11.13.08

COUNTRY COVE ARABIANS BREEDING & MARKETING SEMINAR
On September 13, 2008, Bob and Jaque Loovis of Country Cove Arabians graciously hosted a breeding and marketing seminar, which was presented by the renowned Beverly Sziraky, of the former Imperial Egyptian Stud. The discussion topics ranged from breeding for success, advertising and promotion strategies, building and maintaining a farm reputation, and presenting your horse successfully to a prospective buyer. The participants also enjoyed a barbeque lunch and informal horse presentation at the lovely farm of Country Cove Arabians. Bob and Jacque are members of the George Egyptian Breeders' Alliance (GEBA), and Bob is an active member of The Pyramid Society's Membership Committee.

PARADISE CAY HORSES REPRESENT DURING THE PARADE OF BREEDS EVENT
Sunday, October 12th Paradise Cay Arabians, Blythewood, SC headed to Monroe, NC to participate in the Parade of Breeds event to benefit the United States Equine Rescue League (USERL).  This event brought together over 20 breeds and gave the public an opportunity to get up close and personal with many horses, farms and owners.  From Mini’s to Morgans; Percheron’s to Paso Finos; many fine breeds were represented and our fillies–Asils Emira (Thee Asil x Desperado’s Pride) and Aaliyah Amirah (Thee Desperado x Aaliyah PA) showed the world the beauty, intelligence, and loving companion that is the Straight Egyptian Arabian.
 
Chetola Farms hosted the event where folks could interact with the breeds at their stalls; learn more about them from their farms; and watch them in the covered arena as they each took center stage.  All visitors to our stalls were so thrilled to meet our pure Egyptian Arabians.  They remarked about their beauty and friendliness and thought they were very elegant and majestic in the ring.  We met so many people who love horses and who fell in love all over again with them when they met our girls.  We thank Chetola Farms for having us and we were very happy to help the USERL in the process. 

PARADISE CAY SUPPORTS THE BREYER HORSE TOUR IN COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA
On Saturday, October 11th Paradise Cay Arabians, Blythewood, SC participated in a Breyer Horse Event that helped introduce horse lovers to the Straight Egyptian Arabian breed.  In July Breyer unveiled its first Straight Egyptian statue of none other than Thee Desperado!  We happen to be blessed with four “Desperado Divas” who call Paradise home.  Our booth was a great success with folks from three states stopping by to learn more about us and our horses.  It was lots of fun and a great way to introduce our breed to the public.  Many signed up to visit our farm and to meet our beautiful horses.

SUN VALLEY ARABIANS TO HOST CHRISTMAS CLASSIC FUN SHOW
Herb and Holly Anderson of Sun Valley Arabians, Lizella, Georgia will once again host the Christmas Class Open/Fun Show on December 6, 2008. This is a great opportunity to get your fee wet showing for the first time or brush up for the upcoming 2009 show season. There is something for everyone, from the extreme beginner to the National competitor. Free admissions to spectators, loads of scrumptious home made concessions, a STALLION PRESENTATION and RAFFLE! Please contact Holly Anderson at 478-718-2449 or visit www.sunvalleyarabians.com for details on advertising and exhibiting.

BROOKHILL FARM WINS BIG AT MUSIC CITY ARABIAN CLASS "A" SHOW
The straight Egyptians from Brookhill Farm had a great time at the Music City Arabian Class “A” show in September.  Trainer Jill Girardi Thomas showed BH American Girl (*Mishaal HP x BH Celtic Jewel) to the Senior Champion Mare title, and owner Jéanne Abernathy also captured the Amateur to Handle mare title with American Girl.  Jéanne went reserve in this class last year with American Girl's full sister BH Mishaala Justina, so this was a sweet win. 

2-year old colt Zahbaad Zahir (Thee Infidel x Sammars Gift) did his part at his first horse show, winning Reserve Junior Champion Colt.  His stable mate Zaleeh Zahir (Thee Desperado x The Minstril Rose), also at her first show, came through in winning fashion, capturing the blue in the 2-year old filly class.  Gelding Amir Asil (Thee Asil x The Aurora) came in reserve in the 2-year old gelding halter class and then amateur handler Miller Pinson stepped in to take reserve in the Gelding AOTH class.  Congratulations to trainer Jill Girardi Thomas and owners SEA Horse Farms and Zahir Arabians for such a successful show!

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REGION 15

CEDAR RIDGE FARM OPEN HOUSE AND AMATEUR HANDLING CLINIC
Cedar Ridge Farm Egyptian Arabians, LLC, and Victory Equine Centre International, Inc.--owned by Edward and Merrie Aiken--are planning an open house and amateur halter handling seminar Saturday, November 8, at the Frederick, MD, facility.  Renowned halter trainer, Fernando Poli, will teach amateurs the importance of nutrition and conditioning, entering the show ring, presentation to the judge, and show ring etiquette.  Following the seminar, sale horses will be presented.  For information, contact Merrie Aiken at (702) 845-6752.

IBN SAFINAZ PASSES AWAY
The Egyptian Arabian horse community suffered a great loss recently with the passsing of *Ibn Safinaz. His caretaker Anne-Louise Toner had the following to say regarding this loss: "It is with a very heavy heart that I write to let you know of the passing of the beautiful *Ibn Safinaz this evening [Wednesday, September 3]. His last summer was spent in a green, grassy paddock, next to the mares and foals at the back of our property, and has has been a happy, charming, opinionated old gentleman who has now left a huge void in our hearts. He spent this afternoon grazing, and teasing a mare who is coming into heat and seemed to suffer a mild heart attack or stroke. He spent the last hours grazing and talking to his yearling granddaughter, but we knew that it was time for this most dignified of souls to have a peaceful and dignified farewell. *Ibn Safinaz is, as I am sure important to many of you for being the charismatic, athletic show horse and sire whose offspring have been influential world-wide. For those of us who have been fortunate enough to spend any time with this grand old man, he has been a good and honest friend and I cannot begin to tell you how dearly we loved him". -Anne-Louise
 

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INTERNATIONAL

CEDAR RIDGE FARM MARE FINDS NEW HOME IN QATAR
Cedars Amirat Al Alwan (True Colours X CDRS Farah Moniet), a 2005 straight Egyptian Arabian mare bred by Edward and Merrie Aiken of Cedar Ridge Farm Egyptian Arabians, has found a new home in Qatar. The Aikens, who are lifetime members of The Pyramid Society, would like to congratulate and send their best wishes to the new owner, Mr. Hassan Ali Hassan Al Matwi.  Equine consultant Liz Salmon made this sale possible.

RHODIUM STUD'S STRAIGHT EGYPTIANS AT THE 2008 NEW ZEALAND NATIONALS
Congratulations to Fanus Crous of Rhodium Arabian Stud, Whitford, New Zealand on their success at the 2008 New Zealand Arabian Nations in Chrischurch, New Zealand. Rhodium Arabian Stud’s United States imported Straight Egyptian filly Aishah Azimah (Makhnificent KA x Myjuel El Jahaara) was crowned the New Zealand National Champion filly. Further, Chaswyck Aliah (Chaswyck Ace of Spades x Joda Alana) received the NZ Reserve National Champion Purebred Mare for 2008. Fanus also had two other Straight Egyptian who received high honours, Simeon Sirena (MB Mayal x Simeon Sabaya by Anaza Bay Shahh) and Simeon Saraaf (Anaza Bay Shahh x Simeon Setavi by Simeon Sadik), respectively got National Top 5 Purebred Mare and Top 5 Purebred Colt. Aishah Azimah was bred by Mary Ellen Chavez of Sonrisa Farms, NM and Chaswyck Aliah is a product of Ron and Lorraine Bond’s Australia breeding.

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