U.S. Mangalarga Marchador Association (USMMA)

Author: Summerwind

  • Marchador Quarterly Journal – Spring 2018!

    Dear USMMA Members:
     
    Enjoy your Spring edition of the USMMA Journal.    An additional highlight is the USMMA Annual Report also included with this edition.
     
     

     
    One of the things we hope to do with this publication is to feature the diversification of how the Marchador is used with real life examples.  This Spring, we are featuring MM Events with help on how we might help you do more locally with your Marchadors.   Please remember that in addition to the SHOW KIT, the USMMA also offers a SHOW SUBSIDY of $250 once a quarter.   To apply, visit our website:  http://t3k.315.mywebsitetransfer.com/membership/awards-programs/
     
    SubmissionDeadlines: 
    SUMMER-June 30:    
    FALL: September 30 and 
    WINTER: December 31.

    Many thanks to all the members who submitted photos for us to use in the Mane Event videos that Randy Conilogue put together.   Randy is planning to make these available to all members in the near future.   You can keep submitting photos!   We use them on the website and here too, in the Journal.  

    To send to Randy, our Registrar – drrlc@aol.com

    To send to me, Tresa, Journal Editor – montanamarchador@gmail.com

    Happy Trails,
    Tresa Smith, editor 
    and Lynn Kelley, publisher

  • Special Election – USMMA Secretary

     

    Dear USMMA Members:

    We are struggling without someone taking Alessandra Deerinck’s place as Secretary and therefore, I have decided to hold a Special Election for the the sole purpose of adding a new Secretary.  If you are interested in running for this office, please fill out this form to submit your name and your qualifications.  In order to serve, you must own a Mangalarga Marchador horse and be a current USMMA member as of 4/1/2018.

    The deadline for submitting your nomination is 5/11/18 and the election will be held the following week.   In the event, that only one person volunteers, we reserve the right to appoint that individual without an election.
     
    Please fill out the form below to submit your name to volunteer!
    The Secretary is responsible for announcing,  planning and organizing the Board of Director meetings and making sure that the meeting is minuted properly.   They maintain the effective records and governing documents of the association.    This position requires strong organizational skills, computer savvy and good writing skills too.   Knowing Roberts Rules of Order is a plus.

     

    Regards,
    Jeff Bosley
    USMMA President

  • USMMA Annual Meeting 2018

    The USMMA Annual Meeting held the meeting live at the MM booth at the Mane Event, Westworld, Scottsdale, AZ on March 30, 2018.

    With the use of Zoom conferencing software, members from the US and Canada could also join in via phone or computer.

    Jeff thanked his Board of Directors and the Mane Event organizers for their contributions above and beyond.  He thanked all who were in attendance as well, which was over 20% of our membership!

    Below is a copy of the presentation given by Jeff Bosley, USMMA President.

    usmma annual meeting    PDF file

    or slides below.

  • Mane Event Happens March 30, 31 and April 1st

    Update on the Mane Event!  Westworld, Scottsdale AZ

    The USMMA Booth is 1401.

    The Mane Event Schedule is out!  Click the link to see what’s happening!  https://scottsdale.maneeventexpo.com/attend/schedule/

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Meet the Marchador!  Mangalarga Marchador Horses that are coming:

    1. Caboclo da Piedade
    2. Eduardo do MManor
    3. Gabriela do Premier
    4. Gaia do Summerwind
    5. Igor do Lucero (AKA Nashville)
    6. Jedi-Knight do Summerwind
    7. Lendario das Aguas JM
    8. Seamus da Boa Fe
    9. Yansa InMotion

    Meet the Marchador Breeders, Owners and Members!

    • From Alberta Canada – Sandy Dory, Bill Dory
    • From Brazil – Carlos Avena, Juliane Avena
    • From Arizona – Jeff Bosley, Michelle Bosley, Karen Livesay, Randy Conilogue, Phyllis Ley, Jack Shriber, Sandra Hull, Adrienne Scheck, Lynn Kelley, John Kelley, DJ Sims, Elizabeth Sims, Grady Willard, Leticia Ribeiro
    • From California – Alessandra Deerinck
    • From Colorado – Ronald and Nancy Knaack
    • From Florida – Laura Patterson Rosa
    • From Oklahoma – Rick Schatz
    • From Montana – Ken Hanson
    • From Texas – Cathy Pierce
    • From Wyoming – Rox Hicks

  • Marchador Quarterly, Winter 2018

    https://issuu.com/usmma/docs/journal_5_2018_final

    View online on ISSUU.com or download the pdf file below.

    journal 5 2018 final small

    Enjoy your Winter edition of the USMMA Journal.  We hope to publish quarterly, January, April, July and October.

    One of the things we hope to do with this publication is to feature the diversification of how the Marchador is used with real life examples.

    SubmissionDeadlines:  SPRING:  March 31     SUMMER: June 30    FALL: September 30     WINTER: December 31

      The USMMA Journal has been and informative and interesting experience for us and we hope you have enjoyed it.  If  any members are interested in continuing to publish and edit  the  Journal  in 2018, please contact USMMA President, Jeff Bosley paboz24@gmail.com and let him know of your interest.

    We want you to know how much we appreciate your help,  stories and photographs.   Please keep sending us your news or articles!

    Happy Trails,

    Tresa Smith, Montana Marchador, EDITOR,  Lynn Kelley, Summerwind Marchadors, PUBLISHER

    montanamarchador@gmail.com

    lynnkelley@me.com

  • 2018 Membership Drive – Join Us!

    Our 2018 Membership Drive is underway!   Renew your membership today by visiting our website page http://t3k.315.mywebsitetransfer.com/membership.

    The membership dues go toward achieving our goals,  funding the USMMA website, registration supplies and mailing, the show subsidy awards, booth sponsorships and board conference calls.   It is because of our volunteers  that we keep the organization running –  Thanks to our Board and our Registrar.

    Our mission is to promote and protect the Mangalarga Marchador breed here in North America.    The USMMA is the official organization recognized by the Brazilian Mangalarga Marchador association, the ABCCMM.

    To recap 2017, we failed to hold an annual nationwide USMMA event when Equitana Open Air – October 2017 canceled on short notice.    We  did achieve other goals and moved forward as an organization.   We appointed a new USMMA registrar. Randy Conilogue.    We gave out show subsidy awards ($250 each) and sponsored two USMMA booths at large equine events..  We purchased new show banners for any member to use at equine events for a professional presentation of the MM breed.   The USMMA Quarterly Journal is back in print.   We finished the elections for new board members and are ready to start 2018!

    We start 2018 with 94 members, our highest to date and $10,000 in our bank account.   We are small, but passionate about our breed.   But, we need more – more members, more breeders and more horses if we are to succeed.   So, my biggest goal for 2018 is growth.   I will be developing a plan for doubling our size over the next four years (my second term as President).  It would be fabulous if we could beat my goal.

    One of my other goals as President remains to encourage us to work together more as a team and to have fun with our Marchador horses.    Getting press and making news is a good thing for the Marchador breed.   Everyone benefits by the name recognition and exposure.   So, get involved or volunteer with the USMMA.  Or just promote your own horse locally and showcase why you chose a Mangalarga Marchador!   We are always looking for your stories and photos, so send them to us  to share with the world via our website, newsletter or in the press.

    Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm!

    Best regards,

    Jeff Bosley,  USMMA President

    Lynn Kelley, USMMA Membership Chair

    paboz24@gmail.com. lynnkelley@me.com

    www.namarchador.org

  • USMMA Events 2018! Mane Event March 30-April 1

    Dear USMMA members:

    SAVE THE DATES! The Mane Event will be held at Westworld, Scottsdale, AZ from March 30-April 1. For more information, please visit their website at: https://scottsdale.maneeventexpo.com

    This show is an excellent opportunity to promote the Mangalarga Marchador breed in an area that attracts tourists from all over as well as a large local population. Phoenix is the 5th largest city in the U.S. The USMMA had a booth last year, we did 2 short demonstrations of the breed in the main arena and we had horses at the event for people to meet and have their pictures taken (“Meet a Marchador”).

    We plan to have a USMMA booth and presence there again this year, and we would like as many members as possible to be represented and participate in the USMMA plans.

    You can participate in 3 ways:

    • Be present in person! Please come, with or without a horse! You can just enjoy the show, or be a volunteer. Contact me if you would like to volunteer in any capacity.
    • Be present in materials! Send in business cards, brochures or other information to hand out at the booth. All breeders will be listed in the USMMA breeder handout.
    • Be present in photos! Randy Conilogue is creating a video full of Mangalarga Marchador horses that will run in a continuous loop for all three days of the event.Below are more details and deadlines about the Mane Event. Please note – organizing this event requires time from our volunteers, and the deadlines listed below are critical to allow sufficient time to properly produce the quality presentation that we all want to showcase our extraordinary breed.

    Please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments.

    Jeff Bosley, USMMA President and Mane Event Committee Chair  paboz24@gmail.com

    Adrienne C. Scheck, Mane Event Coordinator
    D.J. Sims, Mane Event Demo Coordinator

    Coming in person!

    1. The Mane Event has arranged for discounts on 2 airlines to fly here. Please see https://scottsdale.maneeventexpo.com/attend/getting-there/. They also will be arranging discounts with hotels, but these are not listed on the website yet. Westworld does have an RV park so you can camp there.
    2. The USMMA Mane Event Committee will be trying to arrange several events and get-togethers during the Mane Event, like an open barn tour of the Marchador farms in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area. More details will come out as these plans are developed.
    3. Please send us your travel plans (dates/times) so we can set up USMMA events (local barn tours, social gatherings, etc)

    Bringing a horse for the demo/”Meet a Marchador”

    DEADLINE FOR NOTIFYING THE USMMA MANE EVENT COMMITTEE IS FEBRUARY 14.

    1. Your horse must be registered with the USMMA to participate with the USMMA MANE Event program.
    2. If you are bringing your horse from out of state you will need documentation of a Coggins test and health certificate
    3. You are responsible for the reserving a stall and the cost of the stall (includes shavings), and for a share of the stall we will use to store grooming items, etc. Horse owners must purchase food for their horses and provide a water bucket and items to clean their stalls. You are also responsible for being there with your horse for the “Meet a Marchador” time slots.
    4. Stall rental is $110 for the weekend or $55 for a day. Shavings and feed are purchased at Westworld.
    5. DJ Sims is in charge of the horse demos and barn presence. Our goal is to maintain rider and horse safety, and to show the gait, versatility and temperament of the MM. We are likely to be in the large indoor arena at Westworld. If your horse has not been in a venue like this you need to come the day before the event begins (March 29) so she can see how your horse reacts. She has the final decision regarding participation.
    6. We will try to have the Mane Event assign USMMA horses in stalls close to each other. There will be a small table for literature and a release form for people that want to get close to the horses and take selfies with them. Stalls will have signs with the MM logo, a description of the breed, the horses’ name and picture (you must provide the copy for this) and an “in case of emergency” contact list for your horse.
    7. We will rent one stall for all of us to store tack, grooming and first aid supplies, etc. This will be locked at night.

    (Please note: ABCCMM registered horses owned by a USMMA owner are automatically eligible for registration with the USMMA at no additional cost. We require only verification of the horse, proof of ownership and if the Marchador is a breeding animal, the DNA record on file for future parental verification. Please contact Randy Conilogue drrlc@aol.com for registration of your Marchador horses.)

    Sending materials for the USMMA booth:

    DEADLINE FOR RECEIVING MATERIALS FOR THE USMMA MANE EVENT IS MARCH 14

    1. We are not allowed to sell anything from the booth. We can only provide information. We will have information about the breed and a list of USMMA breeders at the booth.
    2. If you have business cards, flyers or literature about your horse business that you would like displayed/distributed, please send to us already printed. You can use FEDEX OFFICE or VISTAPRINT to print on-line and deliver the completed order to us. Please send to Jeff Bosley, 29719 N 139th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85262. This is free for USMMA members.
    3. All business cards and flyers will be displayed at no charge for our members. If you wish to send a banner or larger display, we will be charging a $100 sponsorship fee. That fee will include return shipment to you.

    Sending us photos for the USMMA video:

    DEADLINE FOR RECEIVING PHOTOS FOR THE USMMA VIDEO IS FEBRUARY 28

    1. Horses need to be registered with the USMMA or the ABCCMM to be included in the video.
    2. Photos need to be high resolution and JPEG files. That is determined by the number of pixels and thesize of the file. JPEG files should be at least 1M if they are truly high resolution.
    3. Photos should be labeled with the following information: USMMA Registration Name of the Marchador, Owner Name, Farm Name (if applicable), State or Province and Photographer credit (if applicable.)
    4. We would prefer photos to be a horizontal format. Showing vertical photos on a large screen TV is not as attractive. We would like to fill the screen.
    5. We would like to get photos of EVERY single Marchador in North America to be showcased in our video. However, the video producer, Randy Conilogue will decide if your submission can be used. We will make every effort to work with you to help you create or find photos of your horse that we can use.
    6. Please email photos to drrlc@aol.com. If you have a large number of files, you can use dropbox.com and just email the link to your photos to Randy.
    7. OPTIONAL – you can also send us video, but most video is not high enough quality to air on a large screen.

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  • USMMA Board Elected

    The USMMA elections for the Board of Directors 2018-2022 were concluded in December.   Thank you all for voting.  Following this letter from the President are the results of the election, the USMMA Board Members and their emails.

     

    Dear USMMA members,

     

    We are currently at 94 annual or lifetime members.   We believe it is the first time we have passed the 90 mark and would like to shoot for over 100 members in 2018!
    We have $10,000 in our bank account – holding steady each year.   Our annual budget is $6,000 – $8,000 depending on the events and promotions planned for the year.   Every year, our operating budget goes to funding the website, registration supplies, mailing and the show subsidy awards for members ($250 each).   Additionally, we like to support horse expositions and events in each region with a USMMA booth and materials.    Last year, we funded re-creation of our booth show kit with banners and brochures.   This “show kit”  is available to ship to your next MM event.   We missed the mark in 2017 when Equitana Open Air – October 2017,  the event to be our annual USMMA event was canceled on short notice.    We achieved other goals and survived other losses, replacing 2 board members and naming a new USMMA registrar, Randy Conilogue.

     

    One of my goals as President was to encourage us to work together more as a team and to have fun with our Marchador horses.   We all want to succeed – whether it be one owner, one horse, or a breeding barn.   Getting press and making news is a good thing for the Marchador breed.   Everyone benefits by the name recognition and exposure.
    We are in a strong position to continue our path to success.     It is our volunteers that make good things happen!

     

    Please meet your newly elected Board of Directors for 2018!

     

    Best regards,
    Jeff Bosley
    USMMA President

     

    PRESIDENT   Jeff Bosley, paboz24@gmail.com
    SECRETARY  Alessandra Deerinck, hhsensing@icloud.com
    TREASURER  Lynn Kelley, lynnkelley@me.com
    BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE,  Rick Schatz, rick.schatz@yahoo.com
    BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE, Cathy Pierce, cpierce@stx.rr.com
    BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE, Aline Greene, magiadabrisa@yahoo.com
    BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE, Jake Martinez, martinez.jacob53@yahoo.com

  • USMMA Board Elections – Please VOTE!

    The USMMA elections for the Board of Directors is about to begin.   Please vote to approve your association board!   You will be receiving an electronic ballot via email from BALLOTBIN.com.    The election will be open to run from Sunday December 3rd to Sunday December 10th.  If you do not receive a ballot in the mail, please contact me, Alessandra Deerinck so we can make sure we have the correct email on file.   
    (Your email notification may say TEST, but it is the real deal.   The notice went out automatically before we had updated the notification message.)
     

     

    Below is a letter from our President, recapping the USMMA’s year in review.

     

    We are currently at 92 annual or lifetime members.   We believe it is the first time we have passed the 90 mark and would like to shoot for over 100 members in 2018!
    We have $10,000 in our bank account – holding steady each year.   Our annual budget is $6,000 – $8,000 depending on the events and promotions planned for the year.   Every year, our operating budget goes to funding the website, registration supplies, mailing and the show subsidy awards for members ($250 each).   Additionally, we like to support horse expositions and events in each region with a USMMA booth and materials.    Last year, we funded re-creation of our booth show kit with banners and brochures.   This “show kit”  is available to ship to your next MM event.   We missed the mark in 2017 when Equitana Open Air – October 2017,  the event to be our annual USMMA event was canceled on short notice.    We achieved other goals and survived other losses, replacing 2 board members and naming a new USMMA registrar, Randy Conilogue.

     

    One of my goals as President was to encourage us to work together more as a team and to have fun with our Marchador horses.   We all want to succeed – whether it be one owner, one horse, or a breeding barn.   Getting press and making news is a good thing for the Marchador breed.   Everyone benefits by the name recognition and exposure.   

     

    We are in a strong position to continue our path to success.   Please vote and participate in your association.     It is our volunteers that make good things happen!  
     

     

    Best regards,
    Jeff Bosley
    USMMA President

  • Marchador Quarterly Fall Edition

    https://issuu.com/usmma/docs/journal_4_2017_final

     

    Enjoy your Fall edition of the USMMA Journal. We hope to publish quarterly, January, April, July and October.
    One of the things we hope to do with this publication is to feature the diversification of how the Marchador is used with real life examples. This Fall we are featuring Jumping with Marchadors.

    SubmissionDeadlines:
    SPRING March 30; SUMMER-June 30: FALL: September 30 and
    WINTER: December 31.

    The USMMA Journal 2017 has been and informative and interesting experience for us and we hope you have enjoyed it.

    We would like to make way for new talent and are looking for our replacements to continue this publication in 2018.
    If any members are interested in continuing to publish and edit the Journal in 2018, please contact USMMA President, Jeff Bosley paboz24@gmail.com and let him know of your interest. Thanks to everyone who participated in making this Journal a good read.

    We want you to know how much we appreciated your help, stories and photographs.

    So for now: As they say in Portuguese tschau. or in English good-bye.

    Happy Trails,
    Tresa and Lynn