Press Release

Tuesday, 21 May 2013

Press Release

American Shetland Pony Club, Inc. hires new Marketing & Programs Manager

on Saturday, 04 May 2013. Posted in Press Release

Morton, IL – The American Shetland Pony Club, Inc. has named Jill Gleason as the new Marketing & Programs Manager.

Gleason is a Boyd College graduate with a degree in Tour/Travel Management. She began her career with the Peoria Convention & Visitors Bureau in Peoria, IL.

Gleason later moved to the IMAX Entertainment Complex in Branson, MO, where she served as the Vice President of Advertising, Marketing & Sales for eight years. She also served as the chairman on the Tour & Travel Marketing Committee for the Branson Lakes Chamber of Commerce and CVB.

“I’m super honored to take on this role,” Gleason said. “I’ve spent many years on the associate side and it’s been a great run, but getting on the planner side and working for this prestigious organization, is exciting for me. “

Gleason will have the opportunity to attend the ASPC Congress and the AMHR Nationals this year. “I am told these are equivalent of the Super Bowl for Shetland Ponies and Miniature Horses. I look forward to meeting and working with all the members.”

Gleason said she is open to the challenges and opportunity to take a deeper dive into each of the assets with ASPC/AMHR.

Gleason has one son who attends the University of North Carolina Greensboro. “Now that he is away at school, I may have to get me a small equine to fill the void.”

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Be Part of the Celebration! Historical Committee Planning AMHR National Show 25th Anniversary

on Sunday, 17 March 2013. Posted in Press Release

Historical Committee Planning AMHR National Show 25th Anniversary Activities and Needs Input from Members

Be Part of the Celebration! Historical Committee Planning AMHR National Show 25th Anniversary

Share Your Memories!

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the epic AMHR National Show. What are some of your favorite memories from this stellar event over the years?

-Great costumes?
-Good times?
-Special events?
-The scooter gang?
-The touching displays & community spirit prevalent in 2001 just days after the 9/11 attacks?
-The youth dance or carnival?
-The things you just had to be there to witness ... like the "Bob & Larry Show"?

Share your favorite memories with the special anniversary project. The association's Historical Committee began work on this project a year ago, but we still need your input. Please see the article by project chair Michele Presley in the December 2013 Journal. As Michele wrote, we would like to make the 25th Anniversary ...

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2013 Area Shows High Point Amateur Shetland/Miniatures!

on Saturday, 16 February 2013. Posted in Press Release

The Trainers Committee is giving $100 to high point Amateur for Shetlands and the Miniatures at all of the area shows. The show manager must let the home office know you would like the certificate sent to you .. For more info just email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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PMC Division Name Changed to COOL Division

on Sunday, 13 January 2013. Posted in Press Release

Conquering Obstacles Overcoming Limitations

It's Official as passed by the Board of Directors-effective 1/11/2013 by request of the PMC Committee the PMC Division and all Classes will now be know as the COOL Division & COOL Classes (Conquering Obstacles Overcoming Limitations)

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Renewed for 2013! Help to Market Your Ponies/Horses & Shows

on Sunday, 13 January 2013. Posted in Press Release

Shows, Clinics, Sales

Helping You Market Your Shows, Clinics & Sales

Breed promotion has purchased a program that allows us to assist the membership in promoting any event in your area . ie a show, open house, or sale . What this program does is allow us to send a promotion write up to all the news papers, radio, and tv stations in your local area .

Hopefully they would give you coverage or a write up to let non horse people as well as the usual horse owners know of your event and increase attendance for you . This is a NO COST benefit from the registry to try and aide the members in promotions that may increase the response from your local areas in attending your offered event .

Contact person is Pam Christopher in Ontario, Canada. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . One more item to help you market . We hope that the members use this to their own advantage . Sincerely Bruce Abbott Breed Promotion Chair

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2013 Futurity Forms Uploaded

on Friday, 02 November 2012. Posted in Press Release

2013 Futurity Forms Online

Thank you Joe! All of the 2013 Nominating and Sustaining Forms are now UPDATED and Posted! Futurity Forms

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2012 Convention Proposed Bylaws

Written by ASPC/AMHR/ASPR Office on Saturday, 20 October 2012. Posted in Press Release

Now Uploaded

Submissions for the 2012 Convention Proposed "Bylaws" are now posted on-line. Members should contact their Area Directors for discussion.

2012 Proposed Bylaws

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2012 Convention Rule Change Proposals - Updated!

on Thursday, 25 October 2012. Posted in Press Release

Now Uploaded

Updated 10/26/2012 (ASPR items added)!

Submissions for the 2012 Convention "Rule Changes" are now posted on-line. Members should contact their Area Directors for discussion - OR - contact appropriate Committee Chairs.

Rule Change Proposals

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Royalty Resale Shop A Hit

Written by ASPC / AMHR Breed Promotion on Saturday, 28 July 2012. Posted in Press Release

More Shopping Opportunities in the Works For Gently Worn Show Clothes

Morton, IL - The ASPC/AMHR/ASPR Royalty program is a vital part of the American Shetland Pony Club, Inc.’s (ASPC) commitment to both its young members and the promotion of the club, its breeds and activities.

Budget for royalty travel, expenses and sponsored activities is limited so the Royalty Committee came up with a unique fundraiser for 2012 that has been a huge hit – the Royalty Resale Shop.

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American Shetland Pony Club, Inc.’s, Historic National Congress Set to Roll into Tulsa, OK

on Saturday, 14 July 2012. Posted in Press Release

Historic Show to be Held at Expo Square in August

Morton, IL — The 2012 American Shetland Pony Congress will take place August 7-11 at Expo Square in Tulsa, OK. The Congress is the longest continually running show of the American Shetland Pony Club, Inc., one of the oldest breed registries in the United States.

This year marks the 65th anniversary of this historic pony championship. What better location for such a noteworthy event than the Pavilion, the historic art deco arena at Expo Square?

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Shetland & Show Pony Championship Coming in August

on Saturday, 14 July 2012. Posted in Press Release

Ozark Mountain MiniTack.com Offers Special Deals Just In Time and Delivery at Congress in Tulsa Available

Gassville, AR — Ozark Mountain MiniTack.com is gearing up for the 66th Annual American Shetland/American Show Pony Congress. Ozark’s traveling tack shop will be on hand when the Congress takes place Aug. 7-11 at Expo Square in Tulsa, OK.

With pony enthusiasts rushing to make their last minute preparations for this prestigious pony championship, MiniTack.com is pleased to offer several last minute deals to help the harried small equine owner. Discounts on Congress orders are available and delivery directly to the show is possible.

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2012 USEF Youth Sportsman's Award

Written by USEF on Tuesday, 12 June 2012. Posted in Press Release

2012 USEF Youth Sportsman's Award

Applications Now Available for 2012 USEF Youth Sportsman's Award

From the USEF National Affiliates Department Lexington, KY - The search is underway for nominees for the 2012 United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Youth Sportsman's Award. The award recognizes young equestrians who exhibit exceptional leadership potential, serve as positive role models for their peers, demonstrate an ongoing commitment and dedication to the promotion of equestrian sport, are involved in their community, and exemplify positive sportsmanship principles.

The overall winner of the 2012 USEF Youth Sportsman's Award will receive a $1,000 grant payable to the educational program of choice, USEF Life Membership valued at $2,500, and a commemorative trophy. The winner will also be one of the nominees for the USEF Junior Equestrian of the Year Award. The reserve winner will receive a $500 grant payable to the educational program of choice.

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American Shetland Pony Club/American Miniature Horse Registry Expands Program Promoting Geldings

Written by ASPC / AMHR Breed Promotion on Friday, 01 June 2012. Posted in Press Release

Super Geldings

Morton, IL — The American Shetland Pony Club, Inc., (ASPC) established a Super Gelding Program a couple of years ago to promote geldings in all of its registries – the ASPC (American Shetlands), the American Miniature Horse Registry, the American Show Pony Registry and the National Sports Performance Pony Registry. This incentive program rewards those members showing and campaigning their small equine geldings. For 2012, the Super Gelding Program is expanding and reaching new levels thanks to recent reinvigoration and promotion.

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Small Equine World Mourns Loss of Noted Show Announcer

Written by ASPC / AMHR Breed Promotion on Wednesday, 23 May 2012. Posted in Press Release

Mark Bullington Passes Away

Small Equine World Mourns Loss of Noted Show Announcer

Morton, IL — Renowned horse show announcer Mark Bullington of Salem, OR, passed away May 14, 2012, following an ongoing illness. Bullington was on vacation with family and friends at the time, living his life to the fullest despite worsening health.

The American’ Shetland Pony Club, Inc.’s, Breed Promotion committee posted the following statement regarding Bullington’s passing:

“Today we lost the voice of ASPC/AMHR, our Mark Bullington. Congress and Nationals will never quite be the same without his voice to announce our champions and our grand champions. It leaves a hole in our hearts and an empty chair at center ring. The Bullingtons, Sharon and Mark, are part of the ASPC/AMHR family, and Mark is forever in our hearts. Our condolences to Sharon and the rest of Mark's family.”

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American Shetland Pony Club, Inc., Upgrades, Expands and Diversifies

Written by ASPC / AMHR Breed Promotion on Friday, 04 May 2012. Posted in Press Release

American Shetland Pony Club, Inc., Upgrades, Expands and Diversifies

American Shetland Pony Club, Inc., Upgrades, Expands and Diversifies

American Shetland Pony Club, Inc., Upgrades, Expands and Diversifies
2012 Plans Continue History of Serving Small Equine World

Morton, IL — The American Shetland Pony Club, Inc., one of the oldest breed registries in the United States, is not sitting on its laurels in 2012. Instead, this multi-faceted and multi-breed association is boldly expanding some of its offerings and upgrading other programs or division for a fresh new approach this year.

The American Shetland Pony Club, Inc., (ASPC) was established in 1888 to govern the then-burgeoning interest in Shetlands in the United States. ASPC is one of this country’s oldest equine governing bodies. In addition to championing and advancing the American Shetland, the ASPC established other breeds and divisions under its auspices that complement the association’s original vision and goals.

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