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ABOUT THE AHHS
The American Hackney Horse, its owners, breeders and trainers are represented by two key organizations — The American Hackney Horse Society and The AHHS Foundation — each with its own specific purpose:
Organization
The incorporation of the American Hackney Horse Society took place early in 1891. The idea occurred to owners of Hackney horses throughout the western states and indeed residents of several parts of the country had actually taken steps to form a similar society some months prior to the organization of the AHHS. It was not until advances were made to the Council of the English Hackney Society by the directors of this association that action in the United States was formally ratified by the authorities of the parent society, and assurance of affiliation obtained.
The Society Today
The headquarters of the American Hackney Horse Society is located in the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky. It exists to maintain a current registry of the Hackney; to compile and publish a stud book of the Hackney horse and Hackney pony; and to ensure the proper transfer of the certificate of registration. It endeavors to promote the breeding of quality Hackney horses and Hackney ponies; to create interest in the breed; and encourages exhibitors to support horse shows by showing their Hackneys in classes offered. The Society offers several programs for exhibitors to participate in which encompass all ages. A 15-member board of directors from across the country oversees the operation of the Society.
Mission
- To maintain an accurate and current registry of the Hackney breed
- To compile and publish a Stud Book of the Hackney Horse and Hackney Pony
- To ensure the prompt and proper transfer of the Certificate of Registration
- To promote the breeding of quality Hackney Horses and Hackney Ponies
- To further the interest of the Hackney breed and encourage breeders to register their Hackney Horses and Hackney Ponies
- To encourage exhibitors to support horse shows by showing their Hackney Horses and Hackney Ponies
- To encourage fair and horse show managers throughout the country to incorporate sufficient Hackney classes to justify the increased showing of Hackneys
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AMERICAN HACKNEY HORSE SOCIETY FOUNDATION (AHHSF)
The American Hackney Horse Society Foundation, Inc., (AHHSF) was established in 1994 with contributions from the American Hackney Horse Society and a group of Hackney enthusiasts, their focus being; to preserve the past, promote the future and improve the breed of the American Hackney.
With this in mind, the outlined goals of the AHHSF are:
- To inform the general public about the exhibition, use, and history of the American Hackney
- Work toward the general improvement of the breed
- To encourage safe equestrian activities and educate youth with respect to safe and proper horsemanship
- To promote the formation of youth organizations
- To disseminate educational materials and award scholarships to participants in youth programs
Making A Difference
In the following you will find endowments currently established with the AHHSF. Should you wish to support the Foundation in a monetary fashion, please remember that the AHHS Foundation, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit corporation; therefore, all donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. We encourage you to participate in the support of the breed by making a donation to the Foundation or the fund that interests you the most.
CURRENT AHHSF ACTIVITIES & PROJECTS
The 'DRIVING SPIRIT" Joe Crawford Harrod" Memorial Grant
ATTENTION AHHS MEMBERS AGED 18-26!
Applications for the Joe Crawford Harrod Memorial Grant are now being accepted! Please complete and email your application to sueharrod90@gmail.com before the July 15, 2021 deadline.
Driving Spirit, the Joe Crawford Harrod Memorial Grant, has been established to support active youth members of the American Hackney Horse Society, aged 18-26, with a desire to develop their horsemanship and showmanship skills. Funds may be used for equine industry educational programs, internships or any show horse industry program/career endeavor. The grant will be awarded annually, in an amount up to $2,500.
Potential use, within the spirit of the Grant, is unlimited and may include:
- Announcer
- Equitation/Riding or Driving Instructor
- Farrier
- Harness Saddlery Maker
- Judge
- Photographer/Videographer
- Ringmaster
- Show Steward
- Show Manager
- Show Secretary
Requirements:
- Youth must be an active member of the American Hackney Horse Society
- Youth may be an amateur or professional
- Youth must participate in the show horse industry
- Grant is open to Hackney, Saddlebred, Morgan, and Roadster Youth (limited to 2 lifetime grant awards).
Intention:
The intention of the grant is to recognize and support an individual who portrays the characteristics and traits that Joe Crawford Harrod strived for and pursued.
Applicant must demonstrate:
- Excellent Sportsmanship
- Value of Camaraderie & Friendship
- Value of Teamwork & Confidence Building
- Care and Compassion for Ponies/Horses
To apply for the Grant:
Along with at least 2 recommendations from active participants in the show horse industry, the applicant must submit a written essay and/or a 2-3 minute video outlining:
- Program, school, internship, work-study, or other show horse activity for which the applicant will use the Grant Funds
- Purpose for applying for the Grant Funds
- Goals the applicant will achieve by the use of the Grant Funds.
- Amount the applicant is requesting (up to $2,500)
- Contact Information (address, phone, e-mail)
Contributions:
If you would like to contribute to the Joe Crawford Harrod Memorial Grant Fund with a gift of any size, you may donate online by clicking here or via check to the American Hackney Horse Society Foundation. Please specify Joe Crawford Harrod Memorial Grant Fund as the program to which you would like to donate. Your contribution is fully tax-deductible.
Road Pony Camp Tuition Scholarship
Fund awarded annually for children to attend the Shamrock Farm Road Pony Camp based on an essay contest. The scholarship covers all but transportation.
The 32nd Annual Shamrock Farm Junior Exhibitor Road Pony Camp will be held June 21-27, 2020, at Shamrock Farm in Smithfield, KY. The camp offers a fun-filled week for junior exhibitors looking to improve their driving skills and provides the opportunity to connect juniors who love the Hackney breed.
The AHHS Foundation will once again offer three (3) scholarships for the camp. For scholarship application information, please contact:
Mindy Preston (MPreston19@msn.com)
809 Sunset Drive
Noblesville, IN 46060
For more information about the Shamrock Farm Road Pony Camp or to reserve your space, please contact Julianne Wilson at (502) 541-4637.
Shamrock Farm Junior Exhibitor Road Pony Camp is a 501(c)3 event. If you would like to make a donation to the camp, please make checks payable to Shamrock Farm Road Pony Camp and mail to:
Shamrock Farm
541 McCourn Road
Smithfield, KY 40068
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The AHHS Foundation Scholarship
Awarded to high school graduates on the basis of submitted evidence of academic success, financial need, extracurricular activities (including community service), involvement with Hackney Horses and/or Ponies and personal references.
The AHHSF Youth Medallion National Winners Educational Scholarship Fund
Youth Medallion National Champions receive an educational scholarship to the accredited college or university of their choice upon winning their respective divisions at their national finals.
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The AHHSF Memorial Fund
COMING SOON! — Production and Distribution of Children's Activity Books
Available at the cost of $3.00/book or $2.00/book in large quantities for groups.
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Table Top Promotional Display
Available to groups and organizations interested in promoting the Hackney breed. For more information, contact the AHHS office at 859-255-8694
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AHHS FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Brian Yount, President
Mindy Preston, Vice President
Ryan Barlowe, Treasurer
Denise Trethaway, Secretary
Nicole Laver Freedman
Toni Nastali
Roger Sims
Mark Wahl
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REGIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Michigan Hackney/ASPC/AMHR Association
James Bruggink, President
Lambert Junior Schut, contact
6108 64th Avenue
Hudsonville, MI 49426
Office/Home: (616) 875-7151
Mid-American Hackney Association
Brad Kinsinger, President
(319) 541-2404
Melvin Jennings, Vice President
(515) 681-7246
Mardi Griffith, Secretary
(515) 371-3885
Roger Griffith, Treasurer
Kevin Ireland, Board Member
(319) 310-9762
Mike Herron, Michelle Herron, Sue Kinsinger, Board Members
Mid-West Hackney Association
Andrew Lamps, President
Peru, IL (815) 712-7702
Rick Medd, 1st Vice President
Clinton, IA (563) 242-2226
Jerry Elmer, 2nd Vice President
Brooklyn, WI (608) 455-1661
Vern Houston
Columbus, MI (586) 727-1151
New York Hackney Association
Maureen Quackenbush
2858 State Route 12
Sauquoit, New York 13456
Home: (315) 737-8210
Northeastern Hackney Association
Page Champion, President
Braeburn Equestrian Center
75 Harris Rd.
Valatie, NY 12184
(518) 392-0503
Courtney Cahill, Secretary/Treasurer
Ohio Hackney Association
David Estis, President
Amber Estis, Secretary
2336 Burnside Rd N.W.
Pataskala, OH 43062
Home: (740) 739-5400
burnsidemanorfarm@earthlink.net
www.ohiohackneyassociation.com
South Central Hackney Association
Colleen Bray, President
Laura Schmidt, Secretary/Treasurer
369 Schmidt Lane
California, KY 41007
Home: (513) 218-8678
Southeastern Hackney Association
Denise Trethaway, President
3300 Randolph Park Circle
Gastonia, NC 28056
(912) 399-1766
Bo Lucas, Vice President
Lynsey Parker, Treasurer
415 Mather Green Ave., Unit K
Charlotte, NC 28203
(843) 906-0256
Buffy Turner, Secretary
123 Faye Court
King, NC 27021
Home: (336) 983-5552
(336) 416-6747
Western States Hackney Association
Randy Sorum, MD, President
Home: (360) 753-3837
Sandra Singleton, Secretary
276 West Sunny Sands
Cathlamet, WA 98612
Home: (360) 849-4041
Wisconsin Hackney Association
John Owens, President
5976 Courtney Plummer Road
Winneconne, WI 54986
Home: (920) 582-4468
Cell: (320) 260-5112
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BECOME AN AHHS VOLUNTEER
YOU CAN HELP!
There are many ways you can help the American Hackney Horse Society by volunteering your time and expertise. Opportunities vary from time to time, but you may be able to assist by serving key roles at horse shows and other events, or by becoming involved with your local and regional associations. Contact us to learn more.
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AHHS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Current Officers:
President—Tom Lowry
Vice President—Andy Freseth
Secretary—Bryan Earehart
Treasurer—Toni Nastali
Term Expiring March 2022
Rodney Hicks
Rodney Hicks Stables
95 Old Richmond Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201
413-281-2658
Bo Lucas
Lucas Equine Services, LLC
P.O. Box 573
McLeansville, NC 27301
336-516-4328
Toni Nastali — Treasurer
Springside Stable, Inc.
1531 Springside Place
Downers Grove, IL 60516
630-774-2153
Matt Lightner
1524 Clarence Secrest Road
Monroe, NC 28110
540-292-1476
Chris Schubert
1830 Sunshine Way
Knoxville, TN 37922
865-806-2660
Term Expiring March 2023
Tom Lowry — President
5635 Shelbyville Road
Simpsonville, KY 40067
502-664-5078 Cell
Carl Nichols
Crystal Creek Farm.
850 Beaverdam Road
Winterville, GA 30683
706-540-1460 Cell
Holly Nichols
436 Phorphor Avenue
Metairie, LA 70005
504-289-2906 Cell
Karen Waldron
Bent Tree Farm
290 Boners Run Rd
Shawsville, VA 24162
540-268-1100 Cell
Andy Freseth — Vice President
N77 W36498 Saddlebrook Lane
Ocononomowoc, WI 53066
262-893-6124
Term Expiring March 2024
Bryan Earehart — Secretary
606 Brittany Court
Gibsonville, NC 27828
734-564-7069
Ricky Harris
439 Turnpike Road
Somers, CT 06071
262-893-4539 Cell
Melissa Moore
Sunrise Stables
P.O. Box 55
3010 Delane Ferry Road
Versailles, KY 40383
859-873-9129 Barn
859-533-6225 Cell
Randy Harper
3784 Shelbyville Road
Shelbyville, KY 40065
502-633-9090
Anna Marie Knipp
P.O. Box 685
Jefferson City, MO 65102
573-657-4622
2020 MEETING MINUTES
2018 MEETING MINUTES
2019 MEETING MINUTES
2017 MEETING MINUTES
2020 AHHS COMMITTEES
Annual Awards Committee:
Brooke Jacobs, Chair
Bo Lucas
Kathy Barlow
Audit Committee:
Vern Houston, Chair
Junior Schut
By-Laws Committee:
Maureen Quackenbush, Chair
Toni Nastali
Courtney Cahill
Open Competition/Dressage Committee:
Karen Waldron, Chair
National Breeders’ Futurity:
Melissa Moore, Chair
Vern Houston
Steve Kildow
Andy Lamps
Junior Schut
USEF Hackney Committee:
Andy Freseth, Chair
Maureen Quackenbush
Maureen Campbell
Josh Greer
Randy Harper
Rodney Hicks
Vern Houston
Steve Kildow
Mary McLean
Kent Moeller
Bob Funkhouser
Ricky Harris
Karen Waldron
Lisa Hillmer
Five (5) members of the USEF Hackney Committee are Appointed Athletes. To be considered for a position on the Committee as an Appointed Athlete, the member must have exhibited a Hackney at either the Kentucky State Fair World's Championship Horse Show or the UPHA American Royal National Championship at least one time in the prior 10 years.
Limited Breeders' Weanling & 3-Year-Old Stakes, and Stallion Auction Committee:
Tom Lowry, Chair
Taylor Gregory
Katy Earehart
Tom Galbreath
Sue Harrod
Rodney Hicks
Steve Kildow
Maureen Quackenbush
Matt Schuckert
David Yoder
Nominating Committee:
Matt Schuckert, Chair
Bryan Earehart
Rodney Hicks
Matt Lightner
Regional Associations Committee:
Bryan Earehart, Chair
Matt Lightner
Registry Review:
Carl Nichols, Chair
Ricky Harris
Trophy Committee:
John Wrather, Chair
Ethics Committee:
Cindy Mugnier, Chair
Candi Aversenti
Vern Houston
Chris Long Schubert
Karen Waldron
UPHA Liaison/Convention Committee:
Maureen Quackenbush, Chair
Rich Campbell
Youth Medallion Committee:
Mindy Preston, Chair
Jonelle Chovanec
Lisa Cox Sparrow
Lisa Hillmer
Chris Schubert
Budget Committee:
Toni Nastali, Chair
Keith Johnson
Junior Schut
Promotional/Educational Committee:
Karen Waldron, Chair
Brian Yount
Ricky Harris
Bryan Earehart
Junior Exhibitor Regional Championship Committee:
Mindy Preston, Chair
Jonelle Chovanec
Lisa Cox Sparrow
Lisa Hillmer
Chris Schubert
FINANCIALS
2020 AHHS Foundation Financial Analysis (PDF)
2020 AHHS Financial Analysis (PDF)
2015 Financial Analysis (PDF)
2014 Financial Analysis (Excel Spreadsheet)
2013 Financial Analysis (PDF)
2013 Profit & Loss (PDF)
Official Affiliate of U.S. Equestrian Federation
CONTACT US
American Hackney Horse Society
4059 Iron Works Parkway, A-3
Lexington, KY 40511-8462
Phone: (859) 255-8694
Fax: (859) 255-0177
E-mail: ahhscsl@qx.net
Office Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm M-F
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