The Chariot - Volume 2 - March 2016 by The Pyramid Society

OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE PYRAMID SOCIETY

VOLUME 2 | MARCH 11, 2016

FEATURED  Scottsdale Review - Winners & Activities IN THIS  2016 Egyptian Event Sneak Peek  Pyramid Society News  Member News EDITION:  Shows Featuring Egyptian Arabians  And More!

WELCOME TO THE CHARIOT! PYRAMID SOCIETY OFFICERS President - Bob Miars Vice President - Rebecca Rogers Secretary - Lisa Cifrese Treasurer - Majid Alsayegh

PYRAMID SOCIETY DIRECTORS Cynthia Culbertson Jaleen Hacklander Gail Mailloux Omar Sakr Keri Wright

BOARD OF TRUSTEES Dr. Jody A. Cruz Robert J. Fauls

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re pleased to bring to you the second edition of the NEW Chariot Newsletter! Enjoy the same cuttingedge news & updates with a new reader-friendly format and interactive design. For your convenience The Chariot can now be found as a digital publication on Issuu, and you will also have access to each future edition as a pdf (for printing) on our website. The following pages will bring to you timely news of upcoming shows featuring Straight Egyptian classes, important reminders about Pyramid Society programs and opportunities, news from our members, preliminary Egyptian Event information, and more! Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find each edition of the new Chariot a resource that you will refer to again and again.

Judith Forbis Martha Lucas Christie Metz Henry Metz Sherry Moseley Tom Salome

On the Cover: Top Left - Al Ayal AA, owned by Ariela Arabians Top Right - Makeda DB, owned by Dreamco Arabians Bottom Left - Thee Dominion, owned by Misty Valley Arabians Bottom Right - Sofiyaa AA, owned by Ariela Arabians

Howell Wallace The Pyramid Society does not stand responsible for opinions, advertising, facts, or inaccuracies of content contained within or linked to from this publication. All rights reserved, Copyright 2016 The Pyramid Society. Reproduction of articles, artworks, photographs, or other material from The Chariot prohibited without written permission from its publisher.

INSIDE THIS EDITION SOCIETY NEWS Egyptian Arabians in Scottsdale | Las Vegas World Cup | Kuwait Intâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;l Arabian Horse Festival | Pyramid Foundation News

SHOWS FEATURING STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN HORSES

VOLUME 2 March 11, 2016

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ANNA BISHOP Executive Director CAROL ALDRIDGE Member Services Coordinator MELISSA VIRGIN Financial Manager SARAH JAX Administrative Assistant

MEMBERSHIP CORNER New Life Members | New Members Member News

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES The Legendary Talal & his influence on Egyptian Arabian bloodlines

SPECIAL FEATURES Business Partners | Featured Farms | Featured Stallions | Featured Horses | Featured Product

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

4067 Ironworks Pkwy, Ste 2 Lexington, KY 40511 USA Ph: (859) 231-0771 Fax: (859) 255-4810 info@PyramidSociety.org www.PyramidSociety.org

SOCIETY NEWS

EGYPTIAN ARABIANS TAKE THE SPOTLIGHT IN SCOTTSDALE

This year's Scottsdale Show featured outstanding visibility for the Egyptian Arabian horse, thanks to the collaboration of The Pyramid Society, premier sponsor Markel Insurance and the Arizona Arabian Horse Association. Numerous activities were held, beginning with an educational seminar, THE HORSE WITHOUT BORDERS: A PRIMER ON THE STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN HORSE AND ITS GLOBAL INFLUENCE TODAY.

Attendees were treated to an exceptional line-up of experts, including noted Equine Consultant Scott Benjamin as well as panelists Tara Carpio, Ted Carson, Shawn Crews, Allison Mehta and Becky Rogers. Following the morning classes, a social reception was held with Egyptian Arabian Ambassadors on-hand to answer questions about The Pyramid Society and the Egyptian Arabian horse. An exquisite, hand-crafted halter valued at $300, was generously donated as a premier raffle item by Nancy Gates of Heirloom Arabian

Halters. Part B of the seminar followed the afternoon classes with a presentation of Straight Egyptian horses in an interactive session. See the links below for access to videos of Part A & B of this educational seminar. The Straight Egyptian and Heritage classes were well supported by Pyramid Society members. The quality of contenders was outstanding and the crowd was on their feet as the horses were presented and the winners were announced. The Straight Egyptian Champions took home a special bronze trophy, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Egyptian Pharaohâ&#x20AC;? created by Dennis Hilkhuijsen, along with exclusive neck garlands sponsored by The Pyramid Society. Special socials and presentations were also hosted by Arabians Ltd. and Tara Carpio Arabians, providing even more opportunities for our Egyptian Arabian horses to take the spotlight in Scottsdale. The Pyramid Society thanks featured sponsor, Markel Insurance and media sponsor Arabian Horse Times, as well as the Arizona Arabian Horse Association for their ongoing support of the Egyptian Arabian horse. READ MORE

SEMINAR REPLAYS:

The Horse Without Borders: A Primer on the Straight Egyptian Horse and its Global Influence Today

PART A & PART B Brought to you by The Arabian Horse Times Global Network arabianhorseglobal.com

Media Sponsor

EGYPTIAN ARABIANS IN THE WINNERS’ CIRCLE AT SCOTTSDALE The top four STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN honors in Scottsdale were proudly awarded to Pyramid Society member owned horses! Ariela Arabians made a big splash at Scottsdale , taking home 2 of the top 4 honors. AL AYAL AA (Al Ayad x *The Vision HG), first caught everyone’s attention by winning the Straight Egyptian Stallions 5 Years & Older class. He then took the competition by storm and was named the Champion Straight Egyptian Senior Male. AL AYAL AA

Next, SOFIYAA AA (Al Ayal AA x Saniyyah RCA) won her Straight Egyptian Two Year Old Fillies class and was ultimately awarded the honor of Champion Straight Egyptian Junior Female. SOFIYAA AA

It was an outstanding showing by Ariela Arabians, and one that won’t soon be forgotten.

MAKEDA DB (Mishaal HP x Jamiil Baarrah) is living up to her farmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s namesake by making dreams come true for Virginia, Ruel and Nicole Gober of Dreamco Breeders, LLC in Folsom, Louisiana. She clearly stood out from the crowd by first winning the Straight Egyptian Mares 5 Years & Older class and going on to be awarded the title of Champion Straight Egyptian Senior Female. It seems the sky is the limit for Makeda DB!

THEE DOMINION

MAKEDA DB

THEE DOMINION (Scapa x Thee Desert Rose) earned two big wins for owners & breeders Danny and Carol Heithold of Misty Valley Arabians in Chickamauga, Georgia. After being named the unanimous winner of the Two Year Old Straight Egyptian Colts class, he was enthusiastically led to his Junior Straight Egyptian Male Championship by Luis Paniagua of Arabians Ltd.

This was not the first glimpse at stardom for the Senior Champion Mare and Junior Champion Colt, as both have appeared on the cover of The SOURCE! Check out MAKEDA DB in Volume 1, and THEE DOMINION in Volume 3.

EGYPTIAN ARABIANS IN THE WINNERS’ CIRCLE AT SCOTTSDALE (Cont.) The following member owned Straight Egyptian and Egyptian Sired horses were also shown with great success in the Egyptian Arabian classes at Scottsdale:

HADEEL AL SHAQAB (Ashhal Al Rayyan x Enshoda Al Shaqab) Al Shaqab, Member of Qatar Foundation 1st EGYPTIAN HERITAGE 5 & OLDER MARES & CHAMPION EGYPTIAN HERITAGE SENIOR FEMALE

HADEEL AL SHAQAB

AZAZAH SHAHZAAD (KA Damascus x Saahara KA) Colleen Jackson & John Cranston 2nd STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN TWO-YEAR-OLD COLTS/GELDINGS & RESERVE CHAMPION STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN JUNIOR MALE AZAZAH SHAHZAAD

DAENERYS Burak Ben-Eden EA x Good Faith) Gail E. Ahrens - 2nd STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN TWO YEAR OLD FILLIES & RESERVE CHAMPION STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN JUNIOR FEMALE DAENERYS

BACCHUS AP (LF Al Saher x Bassira) Arabian Partners LLC, - 1st STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN YEARLING COLTS/GELDINGS & 3rd STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN JUNIOR MALE CHAMPIONSHIP

BINT BINT ASILA RCA (Mishaal HP x Bint Asila RCA) Arabians Ltd./Rock Creek Arabians of Texas 3rd STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN TWO YEAR OLD FILLIES CAIIRO (Alixir x Good Faith) Gail E. Ahrens 1st STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN 3 & 4 YEAR OLD COLTS/GELDINGS & 3RD STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN SENIOR MALE CHAMPIONSHIP

FINAALEE ( Scapa x LPS Thunderstruck) Elizabeth Witt - 1st STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN YEARLING FILLIES & 3rd STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN JUNIOR FEMALE CHAMPIONSHIP

DIVINE COLOURS LDV (EA Java x II Di IV) OGM Arabians LLC - 6th STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN TWO YEAR OLD FILLIES

JA-SHAALS GIFT DNJ (Mishaal HP x Jamiil Baarrah) Darlene Goris - 2nd STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN 3 & 4 YEAR OLD MARES

EGYPTIAN ARABIANS IN THE WINNERS’ CIRCLE AT SCOTTSDALE (Cont.)

JAX CCA (HF El Jalal x LF Suriah) Jan Alexander - 3rd STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN YEARLING COLTS/ GELDINGS

MC SHAHIN (Shaheen Al Waab x Nakhda Java) Michael & Donna Zimmerman - 4th STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN YEARLING COLTS/GELDINGS

NASMAT FARHA (Ansata Nile Falcon x Fula) Wadi Al Nasmat - 1ST EGYPTIAN HERITAGE 2 YEAR OLD FILLIES, 5TH STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN TWO YEAR OLD FILLIES, 3rd EGYPTIAN HERITAGE CHAMPION JUNIOR FEMALE

SA MINUET IN BLACK (Bellagio RCA x Miz Magnolia V) Sharon M. Redman - 2nd EGYPTIAN HERITAGE 3 & 4 YEAR OLD MARES

SAREAH EL HAWAH CR (Zilal Al Hawah CR x Zaafina CR) Carol A. Rice - 2nd EGYPTIAN HERITAGE MARES 5 YEARS & OLDER - 3RD EGYPTIAN HERITAGE SENIOR FEMALE CHAMPIONSHIP

KUWAIT INTERNATIONAL ARABIAN HORSE FESTIVAL Highlighted on show calendars around the world in February is The International Arabian Horse Festival in Kuwait. And for good reason. Bait Al Arab’s show facility is first class, the horses are spectacular and the hospitality is unsurpassable. Farm visits following the show to many of the leading breeders in Kuwait inspired those attendees fortunate enough to stay, and further reconfirmed Kuwait’s dedication and passion for the Arabian horse. This year’s Festival was held February 47 and included 238 entries for the International Championships (all purebreds with qualification) and 181 entries for the inaugural All Nations Cup – Straight Egyptians (with qualification). Exquisite breeder awards rewarded and highlighted those top breeders for their dedication and success. Visit Bait Al Arab’s website soon for full results and photos. THE PYRAMID SOCIETY HONORS BAIT AL ARAB WITH COMMISSIONED BRONZE BY KAREN KASPER The exquisite bronze, "Egyptian Splendor" created by Karen Kasper, was presented to Bait Al Arab for their generous support of the Pyramid Society and their support of its mission in preserving and perpetuating the Straight Egyptian Arabian horse. The bronze was presented at a special dinner hosted by Sheikha Sarah (cont.)

(Bait Al Arab Tribute cont.)

Fahad Al Sabah, Undersecretary of the Amiri Diwan and Chief of the Arabian Horse Center - Bait Al Arab Kuwait State Stud. In attendance were Pyramid Society Trustee, Judith Forbis, Board of Directors, Cynthia Culbertson, Gail Mailloux, Omar Sakr, Keri Wright and Executive Director Anna Bishop, as well as other members of the Pyramid Society. It was a special night dedicated to a marvelous display of Karen Kasper’s magnificent bronzes - from her first one of Moniet El Nefous in the mid-80's to the outstanding representation of Ansata Hejazi, commissioned by his owner Mohammed Jassim Al Marzouq. “Egyptian Splendor” will be on permanent display at the new Bait Al Arab Kuwait State Stud. READ MORE

THE PYRAMID FOUNDATION THANKS CHRISTIE METZ

CHRISTIE METZ CHRISTIE METZ

Compassionate, dedicated breeder, respected mentor and teacher, studious, creative, insightful - - just a few of the words effectively describing Christie Metz. It was those, and other attributes too numerous to mention, that served as the drivers behind Christie’s efforts in getting The Pyramid Foundation, Inc., established in 1997. Created as a 501(c)3 charitable arm of The Pyramid Society, its mission is to enhance public recognition and appreciation of the Arabian horse with an emphasis on the Egyptian Arabian horse through educational activities and publications, historical tours, and art featuring the Egyptian Arabian, as well as other charitable activities under the guidelines of a 501(c)3 nonprofit foundation. Significant projects under Christie’s leadership have included the highly-regarded

(The Pyramid Foundation cont.)

Desert Legend Series, Historical DVD’s, the Mary Haggard Giclee prints, Custom Artistic Pedigrees, informative reference materials and ongoing support of the Society’s educational activities and Breeders’ Conferences. With those accomplishments to her credit, Christie recently announced her decision to be a ‘cheerleader in the background’, as opposed to remaining the front runner. Christie has definitely earned her stripes, not only serving as the Foundation’s President but also a committed Society Board member who successfully ran the Society’s art auction for numerous years. She continues to serve the Society as one of its esteemed Trustees. And in this case, effective leaders come as a pair. Husband Henry, also a Trustee, very capably led our Society as its President for eight years. Henry and Christie are stalwarts at every Egyptian Event, in addition to other Society-supported activities. They are also Life Members of The Pyramid Society. Janice Bush, who’s served as co-chair of the Society’s Education Committee and worked closely with Christie on numerous projects, will be taking the reins as The Pyramid Foundation President. We look forward to continued superb leadership of the Foundation in Janice's capable hands. The Pyramid Society Board of Directors, fellow Trustees, members and staff are grateful for leaders in our world-wide Arabian community who exemplify the qualities of Henry and Christie Metz. We will continue to be inspired by your vision, your dedication and your efforts on behalf of the Egyptian Arabian horse, The Pyramid Society and The Pyramid Foundation, Inc. READ MORE

THE ARABIAN BREEDERS WORLD CUP Are you planning to attend the World Cup in Vegas? If so, would you be interested in a seat in the Sponsor’s Section? Seating for six is provided through a Gold Sponsorship and costs $5,000.  

The pro-rated cost will be $835 per seat.

If interested, please contact Anna (anna@pyramidsociety.org) by March 17th. 

A Pyramid Society table will be secured if interest warrants it. (Note: Tables are assigned based on date sponsorship form is received. Your prompt reply will assure better placement.) Do you have plans to show a horse at the World Cup? If so, please advise those details as soon as finalized so we may help in your promotional efforts. This information will be included on our web and in our upcoming Chariot. Please send that information to Carol (carol@pyramidsociety.org). For more information on the 2016 Arabian Breeders Word Cup, visit: www.arabianbreedersworldcup.com READ MORE

The Pyramid Society stands with the worldwide Arabian horse community in urging that Dr. Marek Trela (Director of Janów Podlaski Stud and WAHO Vice President), Mr. Jerzy Bialobok (Director of Michalów Stud) and Mrs. Anna Stojanowska (Inspector of Horse Breeding at the Agricultural State Property Agency), be reinstated to their positions of leadership. We also respectfully urge the current Polish government to preserve the State Studs of Janow Podlaski, Michalow & Bialka, and secure the future of Poland’s National Treasure: the Arabian horse. Take Action: To contact Poland's officials and to sign the petition (currently over 4,500 signatures), visit this issue's page on Change.org. For complete information, visit: www.polandisnotyetlost.com READ MORE

IN MEMORY OF LIZ SALMON Elizabeth Salmon was an icon within the Arabian community. Her sincere passion, along with her expanse of knowledge and sheer dedication were undeniable, and ultimately defined her as a trail blazer and a true advocate of the Arabian horse. In 2012 Liz began a valiant battle with cancer, often courageously posting about her triumphs, challenges and personal experiences, with a positive attitude consistently shining through. Sadly, Liz passed away on February 7th in her home surrounded by her loving family. She will be missed by so many and will be remembered for her significant contributions to the Arabian horse industry. READ MORE

IN MEMORY OF SHEILA VARIAN August 8, 1937 - March 6, 2016

Members of The Pyramid Society join the Arabian community at large in mourning the profound loss of iconic horsewoman Sheila Varian. As stated so eloquently in Arabian Essence’s Tribute to Sheila, “The impact of this news will be felt in ripples around the globe as Sheila touched and inspired the lives of horse enthusiasts around the world for over six decades.” May her legacy live on forever. READ MORE

THE THE EGYPTIAN EGYPTIAN EVENT EVENT

CELEBRATING THE HORSE WITHOUT BORDERS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; THE EGYPTIAN ARABIAN, A GLOBAL AMBASSADOR JUNE 7-11, 2016

Please read on for important Egyptian Event Highlights & Member Opportunities in this section of the newsletter. Then WATCH YOUR INBOX FOR COMPLETE EGYPTIAN EVENT INFORMATION COMING SOON, including the Prize List, participation forms, sponsorship opportunities and more!

NEW PRESENTATION GUIDELINES In keeping with our history as guardians of the Egyptian Arabian horse, The Pyramid Society Board of Directors have taken a major step forward by implemented new, specific guidelines concerning ring conduct and the presentation of horses to the judges. At no time will intimidation of the horse be allowed. In the new guidelines, if at any time the judges feel the handler is intimidating the horse, they will ask the handler to drop their whip and step to the side of their horse. Please reference the soon to be released Prize List for complete class specifications and guidelines. We are confident that our new guidelines will be met with applause, as we all work together to showcase these horses in the exciting and dignified manner this noble breed deserves!

NEW HANDLER OF EXCELLENCE AWARD This award will be presented to the handler who presents his/her horses during the Egyptian Event with the utmost respect and compassion while showing them to their best.

THE 2016 EGYPTIAN EVENT TENATIVE SHOW SCHEDULE The 2016 Tentative Egyptian Event Show Schedule is now available on our website. See all the exciting classes, presentations, socials and activities planned for this year’s Egyptian Event, then watch for updates in the coming weeks. Access the current tentative SHOW SCHEDULE online.

TWO EXCITING NEW OPPORTUNITIES AT THE 2016 EGYPTIAN EVENT THE HALL OF STALLIONS AT THE BIG BARN Your unique opportunity to re-create history! Enroll your Straight Egyptian Stallions and walk in the hoofprints of our industry greats, including Ansata Ibn Halima, Shaikh al Badi, Ruminaja Ali and others.

THE EGYPTIAN BREEDERS’ PAVILION Attention small breeders, mid-sized breeding farms, non-showing breeding programs...Here’s the showcase opportunity you’ve been hoping for!!! Please join us in this inaugural venture as the Pyramid Society provides a centralized venue for breeders to showcase their horses and breeding programs in the historic Big Barn at the Kentucky Horse Park. Participants of EACH of these programs will enjoy… Three PRESENTATIONS, including: An OPENING RECEPTION - Tuesday, June 7, 2016, plus TWO MORE FORMAL PRESENTATION TIMES: Thursday, June 9, 2016 and Saturday, June 11, 2016, plus exposure with activities throughout the week of the Egyptian Event! Benefits also include an elegant horse stall in the historic Big Barn and exclusive coverage and promotions in the Egyptian Event Show Program, on the arena media screen, on The Pyramid Society website, and more! Watch for full details coming soon in your complete Egyptian Event Information.

NEW USEF VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS Beginning December 1, 2015, all horses entering the grounds of a Federation-licensed competition must be accompanied by documentation of Equine Influenza Virus and Equine Herpes Virus (Rhinopneumonitis) vaccinations within six months prior to entering the stables. READ GR845 IN ITS ENTIRETY If you have questions regarding GR845 please contact the USEF Drugs & Medications department at medequestrian@aol.com or 800-633-2472.

PRINTED PRIZE LIST OPTION Our 2016 Egyptian Event Prize List is scheduled to be posted online in a few days. All members and interested participants will receive a digital copy via email. If you are planning on showing, and would like the option of receiving a printed copy of the Prize List (in March) please email our office with your request. Quantities are limited.

PROMOTIONAL BOOTHS AVAILABLE There is no better way to place your business in the spotlight at the Event than through a commercial booth on the arena concourse. All booths are located in high traffic areas and provide exceptional visibility. Enjoy the added marketing advantages of promotional announcements, your logo, ad text and contact information included in the Show Program, visibility on the arena multi-media screen and much more. Click for COMPLETE COMMERCIAL EXHIBITOR INFORMATION

ANNOUNCING THE 2016 EGYPTIAN EVENT

SIGNATURE SPONSOR

We are honored to announce that Arabians Ltd. is the 2016 Egyptian Event Signature Sponsor. Owner Judy Sirbasku, along with her late husband Jim, first joined The Pyramid Society in the 1980â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and became Life Members shortly thereafter. Over the years, their presence and participation at the Event have been unprecedented and we are so very grateful for their ongoing, significant support. Judy Sirbasku, Owner of Arabians, Ltd.

THE EGYPTIAN EVENT ONLINE Visit us online for up-to-the-minute Egyptian Event information. Then WATCH YOUR INBOX for complete participant and spectator information coming soon!

WWW.THEEGYPTIANEVENT.COM

OTHER SHOWS FEATURING STRAIGHT EGYPTIANS

2016 ALABAMA ALL ARABIAN SHOW Covington Center, Andalusia, Alabama March 18 and 19, 2016

Once again The Pyramid Society will have a presence at the Alabama All Arabian Horse th th Show, March 18 & 19 . Straight Egyptian classes are scheduled on Saturday morning, March 19th, and Pyramid Society members will be sponsoring a Wine & Cheese Party following the afternoon session. The event is a double qualifier for Regions 9 and 12. Make plans to attend, show off your best Straight Egyptians, cheer on fellow Pyramid Society members, and invite others to join in the fun! READ MORE

2015 Straight Egyptian Grand Champion LA Serengetta, owned by Allison Mehta-Westly and Liezl Els

AHA REGION 12 CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW TO HOLD STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN & HERITAGE CLASSES May 2-7, 2016 Georgia National Fairgrounds - Perry, Georgia The Region 12 Championship Horse Show is proud to announce that their 2016 show will for the first time ever, include Straight Egyptian and Heritage classes on Wednesday, May 4th! In addition, there will be an Egyptian Pavilion at one end of the arena for social and educational events. A special “Thank You” to Talaria Farms and Markel Insurance Company for their generous sponsorship of these classes and championship garlands. To access the show’s Prize List and complete information, visit: www.aharegion12.com READ MORE

THE EGYPTIAN EVENT EUROPE Save The Date! The 2016 Egyptian Event Europe will be held August 27-28, 2016 in the beautiful gardens of "Castle Dyke" in Juchen, just 20km from Dusseldorf, Germany. READ MORE

THE EGYPTIAN EVENT MILAN, ITALY Straight Egyptian Event, Milan, Italy April 15-17, 2016 Location: Centro Equestre Equieffe, Via Alessandro Manzoni, 197 21055 Gorla Minore - Italy Contact: Arabite, Claudio Mazza arabite@hotmail.it, anicahorse.org READ MORE

TWO MORE SHOWS OFFERING EGYPTIAN CLASSES For the first time, the following two shows will be offering Straight Egyptian and Egyptian Heritage classes. We invite you to show them your support!

WCAHA SPRING SHOW April 1-3, 2016 Fletcher, NC (Reg 12 Championships Qualifier)

MAGNOLIA SPRING CLASSIC

April 15-17, 2016 Georgia National Fairgrounds Perry, GA (Reg 12 & 15 double qualifier)

NEW LIFE MEMBER Life membership in any organization makes a definite statement about one's commitment. We are grateful for the generosity, faith and dedication of the following New Pyramid Society Life Member:

KHALED AHMED BAGEDO Al Khaled Farm Jeddah, Saudi Arabia www.alkhaledfarm.com NEW MEMBERS We invite you to visit the online profiles of our new members and help welcome them to The Pyramid Society. Janice McCrea Wight Joyce Barserian Melinda Penny Canady The Raelund Family

MEMBER NEWS ROBIN LEE THANKS TARA CARPIO FOR AN EXCELLENT PRESENTATION IN SCOTTSDALE Robin Lee explains, " I attended a wonderful presentation of beautiful horses at Tara Carpio Arabians on Feb. 16th during the Scottsdale show. Thank you, Tara for conditioning and presenting "ATUM". He looked awesome! READ MORE

VISIT THE ONLINE MEMBER DIRECTORY

SIMEON STUD’S UPCOMING OPEN DAY New South Wales, Australia This year Simeon Stud celebrates 60 years of breeding, and they are proud to announce that for the first time in many, many years, they will be hosting an Open Day. The activities will take place on Wednesday, March 30th, 2016 from 9 am to 12 noon, with a parade at 10am sharp. Space is limited, and reservations are essential. Please RSVP to simeonst@bigpond.net.au. READ MORE AN EXCITING YEAR AHEAD AT MELROY CLASSIC ARABIANS Michael & Donna Zimmerman announce, “It will be an exciting spring on our farm with plans for our upcoming MC Alia Safena foal by Baha AA. MC Alia Safena was 6th in the EBC and 8th in the Futurities in a large class. We are very proud of her and her accomplishments. The baby will surely be a show star! READ MORE MC ALIA SAFENA

ASANTE' ARABIANS PREPARES FOR THE 2016 EGYPTIAN EVENT Walt and Donna Bagar of Asante' Arabians are proud to announce that their two stallions, Heir Born (Imperial Imdal+ x Amiri Jalee) and KMF Ali Calypso (Calypso Dance x C Princess Rakia), and their two year-old filly, Rakasat Al Asante' (KMF Ali Calypso x Infidels Angel) will be in training at Sanchas Arabians with Benjamin Bogart and Michael Platzer. Walt and Donna are excited to embark in this new relationship at Sanchas Arabians, and look forward to sharing their beautiful horses with other Arabian enthusiasts at the Egyptian Event in June. READ MORE

HEIR BORN

ARABIANS LTD CONGRATULATES NEW OWNERS OF LARK RCA Judy Sirbasku of Arabians Ltd is proud to announce the sale of LARK RCA (Bellagio RCA x Star of Marajj) to new owners John & Debra Mitchell. Lark RCA had an outstanding showing in Scottsdale, earning the title of Champion Egyptian Heritage Junior Male. Look for this colt to continue his successes in the show ring in Vegas and beyond this year. Congratulations! READ MORE KAMAL IBN ADEED’S OFFSPRING ARE WINNING IN THE SHOW RING Dennis Fournier of A & D Arabians in Penn Valley, CA is excited to share that Kamal Ibn Adeed’s son, Hassan Ibn Kamal, had a great debut at Scottsdale! In his first show, he earned a Top Ten in the Scottsdale Straight Egyptian Yearling Colt Class. Kamal is proving himself as a sire with four offspring shown, resulting in two Top Tens, one Top Five and one Senior Gold Champion! The future is golden for Kamal! READ MORE WEAHA TO PUBLISH 2016 GUIDE TO EGYPTIAN HORSES IN THE MIDWEST Kent Mayfield is pleased to announce that The Wisconsin Egyptian Arabian Horse Alliance (WEAHA) is planning the publication of its 2016 Guide to Egyptian Horses in the Midwest. The Guide is slated for initial distribution at the Egyptian Event in June. Horses owned by non-members of WEAHA and ad pages featuring farms and horses from across the country are welcomed. READ MORE

MEAHA TO PRESENT AN AMATEUR FRIENDLY HALTER CLINIC March 26, 2016 Allyson Nutt is pleased to report that the Midwest Egyptian Arabian Horse Association (MEAHA) will be presenting an Amateur Friendly Halter Clinic on March 26, 2016 from 8am - 4pm in Lee's Summit, Missouri. This clinic is designed for those interested in training their own foals with plans to present them at the Egyptian Event! This clinic will feature clinician Ms. Wendye Gardiner of Solstice Training Center and is hosted by Lee's Summit Equestrian in conjunction with Imagine Farms. READ MORE

GS ARABIANS ANNOUNCES THE OPENING OF THEIR NEW FARM Glenn Stevenson of GS Arabians is extremely proud to announce the opening of their new farm in Dade City, Florida. He would like to extend an invitation for all fellow Pyramid Society members and friends to call to schedule a visit. “We shall be hosting some amazing clinics and demonstrations this summer,” says Glenn. “Thank you to everyone who has continuously supported us.” READ MORE

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

TALAL (Nazeer x Zaafarana) 1957 - 1984

Talal was already 10 years old when he arrived in the U.S. At age 12 he first entered the American show ring winning the titles of Scottsdale Reserve Champion Stallion and U.S. National Top Ten Stallion. Talal's career as a sire began as an aged horse but nonetheless he sired 211 foals for his remaining well-loved life at Kline Arabians. Read more about this legendary stallion in Volume 2 of The SOURCE

SPECIAL FEATURES

FEATURED FARMS

SILVER MAPLE FARM

FEATURED STALLIONS

RAINMAKER ARABIANS

FEATURED HORSES FOR SALE

HEIR BORN

BINT RASHEEKA SHABHA

SYMBOLIC SMF

LAHEEBS DESERT STAR

BUSINESS PARTNERS The following member businesses have signed on to provide SELECT DISCOUNTS AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR CURRENT MEMBERS through our Business Partner Program. Click on their logos to learn more about their valuable offers. If your business provides products or services that you feel would be of interest to our membership (other than the sale or breeding of horses), visit our website or contact our office to learn how you can become involved for 2016.

CALENDAR March

18-19

Alabama Arabian Show

MEAHA Halter Clinic

Simeon Stud Open Day

1-3

WCAHA Spring Show

14-17

Arabian Breeders World Cup

15-17

Egyptian Event Italy

15-17

Magnolia Spring Classic

Egyptian Event Pre-Entry Deadline

May

2-7

AHA Region 12 Championship Show

June

7-11

The Egyptian Event

August

27-28

Egyptian Event Europe

April

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