The NEMHA $1500 Youth Scholarship Application

Scholarship applications:

Scholarship Applications Due May 31st!

2013 NEMHS Youth Contest Information:

Youth of the Year Contest

Morgan horses have long been defined by their ability to suit people with varying interests. Similarly, the AMHA believes that Morgan youths should also be versatile.Youth of the Year contests are designed to recognize top achievers. Youth of the Year contests consist of four parts: a written exam, an oral presentation, a judging contest and a horsemanship pattern.The written exam covers information concerning equipment, Morgan history, rules and regulations, basic horse care and general equine knowledge. Oral presentation topics are given to contestants a few weeks prior to the contest. Each participant is responsible for preparing a three to five-minute presentation on the given topic. The judging phase consists of four to eight classes which contestants must judge. Each person is responsible for giving one or two sets of oral reasons explaining how he or she placed the class. Horsemanship patterns test hands-on ability with an animal, and can be ridden or driven. Youth who do not have a suitable horse for a pattern may borrow a horse.

The winner of this prestigious title receives a month-long trip to the country of his/her choice, during which he/she acts as an ambassador for the Morgan breed. Past winners have traveled to Australia, New Zealand South Africa, Germany, England - the options are limitless! Local and regional contests are open to youths of all ages, but only those aged 14 years and older can qualify to compete in Oklahoma.

Why should you compete in a Youth of the Year Contest?

Youth of the Year contests reward those who are well-versed in horsemanship skills. They provide a wonderful opportunity to improve one's horse knowledge as well as a means of setting realistic goals and learning the benefits of hard work and dedication. Most importantly, youth contests create a positive atmosphere in which young people and adults who share a love of the Morgan can interact. Friendships developed through youth contests are a rewarding and fulfilling benefit.

How can you become involved?

Sign up to participate or volunteer in a youth contest! There is no better time to become involved than right now! Every region offers Youth of the Year contests, so keep your eyes open. Discover where the next contest is being held. You have nothing to lose and lots to gain!

CONTACT: Maura Sweeney-Reeve

NEMHA YOUTH PROGRAM CLUBS:

We realize some of the Youth Club information is outdated. Please be patient as we update this information as it comes available!

Region 1

BS Post Entries
Jill Countryman
110 Maple Vale Dr
Woodbridge, CT 06525
(203) 393-3780
postentries@netscape.net

Cape Ann Morgan Youth
Laurie Hunt
27 Forrest Ave
Essex, MA 01929
(978) 768-7793

Cheshire Morgan Youth
Danielle Jackson
16-5 Saint Andrews Court
Wallingford, CT 06492

Granite St. Mystical Morgans
Sara Foy
6 Colcord Rd
Kingston, NH 03848
(603) 642-4125

sarafiremark@aol.com

Hooked on Morgans
Kass Booth & Selina Cloutier
10 Broadfields Rd.
Eliot, ME 03903
smsc77@aol.com

Lady Monarch's Morgan
Laurie B. Koehler
5 Quarry Rd
Brunswick, ME 04011
(207) 729-0111
monarchhorsefarm@usa.com

Mane Tyme Morgan Youth Club
Cheryl Csengery
1043 Cross Hill Road
Vassaiboro, ME 04989
(207) 923-3382

Majestic Morgan Youth
Deborah Richards
361 Chester Turnpike
Auburn, NH 03032
(603) 483-8006

Morgans In Motion
Kathy Bogue
9 Cherokee Ave
Essex Jct, VT 05452
(802) 878-3968

Morgan Maniacs Youth
Maura Sweeney-Reeve
80 Cherry St
Middleboro, MA 02346
(508) 946-1324
reevedalefarm@comcast.net

Nob Hill Neighbors Youth
Johnna Chenail
Box 762
E. Lyme, CT 06333
(860) 437-7444
jnobhill@aol.com

Polaris Morgan Youth
Michele North
PO Box 893
Marshfield, MA 02050
(781) 834-5740

Rising Stars Youth
Jan Jenkins
30 Smith Rd
Rockport, MA 01966
(978) 546-6158
janjenkins@worldnet.att.net

Shapleigh Morgan Youth
Monique Shapleigh
91 Garland Rd
Shapleigh, ME 04076
(207) 247-4417

Vermont Just-In Morgan
Cheryl Reed
1868 Dothan Rd
White River Jct, VT 05001
(802) 296-7039
csjjs@aol.com

Region 2

Berkshire Morgan Youth
Barbara Irvine
1550 Rt 203
Chatham, NY 12037
(518) 392-5064
irvine44@aol.com