The Arabian Horse Association is pleased to welcome Montana Silversmiths, the Official Silversmith of AHA, as its latest Corporate Partner. With 30 years experience, Montana Silversmiths is the leading western buckle and jewelry manufacturer in the western industry with dealer-partners in all 50 states and in many foreign countries. In recent years, they have grown to be a leader in Western Gifts Home Décor and Leather products. Buckles and other accessories from Montana Silversmiths are worn by working cowboys, cowgirls, and horse enthusiasts everywhere. AHA members will soon be able to shop the full line of Montana Silversmiths' products directly from the homepage of ArabianHorses.org. Watch for this special link.

The inaugural issue of the re-designed and re-launched association magazine, Modern Arabian Horse, formerly Arabian Horse Magazine, hit mailboxes the end of April/beginning of May. The NEW magazine offers a great package of usable, readable and exciting content for readers of varying backgrounds and interests. The publication will continue to offer ways for our members and future members to become more engaged and involved. As another grand bonus, Modern Arabian Horse will be available to EVERYONE online. Just click here.

Keep your eyes open for the next two issues of Modern Arabian Horse, which will be appearing in mailboxes during the next several months. The June/July issue should arrive around July 3rd while the August/September issue will be delivered around August 10th.

If you haven't received your April/May issue of Modern Arabian Horse or have recently moved and need to report a change of address, please contact Joanne Hoefer at (303) 696-4557 or at subscriptions@arabianhorses.org

The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) will host their annual Healthy Horses Workshop for all horse owners on Saturday, July 28, 2007 from 8 to 5 p.m. in Fort Collins. Colo. This program, held during the AAEP Annual Convention, is designed just for the layperson. It's a full day of seminars and demonstrations that feature practical, cutting-edge information led by AAEP-member veterinarians. Scheduled topics include:

• Chiropractics & Acupuncture
• Cushing's Syndrome
• Lameness
• Colic
• Biosecurity & Immunization

To view the full schedule and register for this summer's workshop, click here.

Breeders, got a talented young horse ready to step into the arena this year? Consider the Arabian and Half-Arabian/Anglo-Arabian Performance Futurities at U.S. Nationals. This is the best place to showcase the stars of tomorrow. Classes offered for both Arabians and Half-Arabians in reining and English, western and hunter pleasure. There's no greater thrill than watching the baby you bred and raised take its rightful place among these elite young performers. First payment of $200 plus a one-time processing fee of $15 is due by June 1. Contact AHA for information and payment schedule.

If you entered an in utero foal in Halter Futurities, let the payment lapse before the horse's three-year-old year and now have second thoughts, you're in luck! A new rule allows an owner to buy back a missed year and keep the horse eligible to compete for prize money in Canadian and/or U.S. Nationals Halter Futurities classes. Call AHA to get that baby back on track!

If you compete in dressage and would like to be eligible for the USDF All Breeds Awards, this is a great year to get involved. AHA has expanded its USDF All-Breeds Awards program to include Adult Amateur, Junior/Youth Rider and Vintage Cup in 2007, as well as Open. Scores earned through USDF/AHA Recognized Shows or through USDF/EC Open Shows will count toward the USDF All Breeds Awards. Top horses will receive a certificate and other recognition. Enrollment is just $20 if received before the first competition and $30 if submitted 30 days after the first event. Click here.

Online Entries for all four national shows: Youth, Canadian, Sport Horse and U.S. Nationals are now online. Just log in using your Member Login Number and follow the instructions on the screens that appear. Show entry deadlines are:

• Youth Nationals: June 18
• Canadian Nationals: July 11
• Sport Horse Nationals: August 17
• U.S. Nationals: September 7

Right now, tickets for the Youth Nationals concert are available exclusively for those who mark the number of tickets they need on Youth Nationals entry forms. Once the deadline is over, tickets will be sold to the general public. Don't miss this exciting event! Enter the show and order your Emerson Drive tickets today. (The special reserved section for exhibitors is on a first-come, first-served basis.)

Place an ad in Modern Arabian Horse and get twice the attention because that same ad can also appear in either the Youth Nationals or Canadian Nationals show program at NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE! This outstanding opportunity not only allows you to reach the entire Arabian horse community though Modern Arabian Horse - the official magazine of AHA - but also to thousands of exhibitors, participants and fans who will gather at these two shows in 2007. Take advantage of this powerful opportunity. Schedule your photographer. Call today to reserve your space. Reservation deadlines are May 25 (YN) and July 6 (CN). Contact Jim Sullivan at (303) 696-4584 or at advertising@arabianhorses.org for more information.

AHA will host its 50 and 100 mile National Championship Endurance Rides in conjunction with the Fort Howes Endurance Rides in Custer National Forest, Ashland, Mont. The 50 mile will be June 9 and the 100 mile on June 10. Awards include championship trophies, blankets, plaques, ribbons, belt buckles, coolers and a halter with cheek plate for the top junior finisher. Entries received paid in full by May 25, 2007 will be entered in a drawing for an embroidered turnout blanket. For information on the ride, click here

Enter the 2007 Creative Contest by June 1 to compete for Breyer horse models and cash! Use the theme Arabian Idol in Art, Creative Writing, Photography, Audio/Video and Computer-Generated categories. Enter multiple categories for just $10! Get your form. Click here.

The qualification points for the following classes have been listed incorrectly in the '07 AHA Handbook. The points listed below are correct:

749 HA/AA Hunter Pleasure Junior Horse Championship              476 HA/AA Sport Horse Mare In-Hand Championship 480 HA/AA Sport Horse Mare In-Hand ATH Championship 485 HA/AA Sport Horse Stallion In-Hand Championship 489 HA/AA Sport Horse Stallion ATH In-Hand Championship 495 HA/AA Sport Horse Gelding In-Hand Championship 499 HA/AA Sport Horse Gelding ATH In-Hand Championship

Regional      3 3 3 3 3 3 3

National        3      3      3      3      3      3

Show secretaries should receive flyers in their packets that can be posted in any show office to alert exhibitors of the changes. Even if you do not offer these classes at your show, please post this information.

If you believe your horse has enough points for an Achievement Award and have not received any notification, please contact Maggie Harrison at 303-696-4530 or maggie.harrison@arabianhorses.org to verify that an award should be processed.

Show off your future champion in the August/September Weanling/Yearling Showcase and put your young prospect's resume in front of buyers looking for their next champion! Each four-color ad will be one-eighth of a page. All yearling and weanling ads will be grouped together. One photo per ad and all horses must be AHA-registered or have registration pending. Plus, your ad will run online at www.ModernArabianHorse.com. Reservation deadline is July 11. For more information or an ad form, please look on page 97 of the April/May issue of Modern Arabian Horse or contact Jim Sullivan at (303) 696-4584 or advertising@arabianhorses.org

Looking for a good Arabian or Half-Arabian to buy or sell? How about a stallion to improve your breeding program or one that needs an extra push to increase his book? Then check out the new Modern Arabian Horse Marketplace. This redesigned advertising section has a bright new look which means more eyes on the pages where your horse will stand out. The new Horses for Sale section features only six horses per page! The Stallion Directory has only eight stallions per page with an eye-catching design and crisp layout. For more information or to book an ad, contact Jim Sullivan at (303) 696-4584 or at advertising@arabianhorses.org

The Nominating Committee would like all potential officer candidates for 2007, excluding the present slate, to submit the application form to the committee chair, Mickey Aboussie, by August 1, 2007. The Committee will review the forms and take appropriate action that is consistent with an equitable presentation of eligible candidates. A decision on whether to have a candidates' forum will be predicated on the number of new candidates submitting applications. Contact Mickey Aboussie at 214-697-2697 if you have any questions.

Visit the AHA Annual Convention web page and access reservation services at both the Renaissance Tulsa and the Tulsa Homewood Suites by clicking here. There are many options for rooms and suites at each hotel, and availability is on a first come, first served basis. Even if you are not expected to participate as a delegate, all members are welcome to attend. This year's Convention is expected to be the biggest yet. Don't miss the opportunity to hear keynote speakers, participate in AHA business, see the future site for U.S. Nationals and kick off the celebration of 100 years of service. Start booking now!

Exclusive to AHA club members, $20 gets you The Card which provides $1 million in personal liability insurance through Equisure. Call AHA at 303-696-4500, and a friendly customer service rep will sign you right up!

Want to know the latest buzz with Choice Hotels? The Comfort Suites® brand has become 100 percent smoke free as of May 1, 2007. New bedding will be introduced at all Comfort Inn® Comfort Suites®, Quality Inn®, Sleep Inn® and Clarion® properties in the U.S by May 31st! Enjoy these new, great, wonderful changes and more when traveling this spring!

AHA members can take advantage of a 20 percent discount at over 5,000 participating Choice Hotels International properties worldwide! Nine Great Brands. --Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Quality Inn, Sleep Inn, Clarion®, MainStay Suites®, Econo Lodge®, Rodeway Inn® and Suburban Extended Stay® properties! How? Book online. Click or dial 800-258-2847 and reference the AHA Special Rate Identification 00802151. Reservations must be made in advance.

The ACS Calendar is filling up for 2007 with more than 70 shows signed up!!! Find a show near you and find out what all the buzz is about. They're fun, affordable and a great way to show in a relaxed atmosphere of horse-loving camaraderie. Visit ArabianHorses.org/ACS for more information on hosting a local, all-amateur, AHA-recognized competition.