Anyone wishing his or her name declared as a candidate will need to notify the Walking Horse Owners’ Association office no later than December 31, 2012 according to the By-Laws, Article III, Section 1, stating “anyone desiring to be a candidate shall give notice by registered mail or fax to the Association of his or her intent to run for a directorship.”

This notice must reach our office no later than December 31, 2012.

The Nominating Committee of the Walking Horse Owners’ Association has nominated the following people for the Board of Directors for a 3 year term.

MARTHA CHILD —TENNESSEE                      PAM HENDRICKSON — FLORIDA

BETTY DENTON —TENNESSEE                       DAVID PRUETT — TENNESSEE

GORDON EZZELL — NORTH CAROLINA      ANDY RIPPY—TENNESSEE

DON HANCOCK — KENTUCKY                        DAVID WILLIAMS —TENNESSEE

The Nominating Committee has nominated for President

KIM BENNETT — FRANKLIN, KENTUCKY

According to the By-Laws, Article IV, Section 2, stating, “The President shall be elected by total popular vote by the majority of members voting.  Any candidate for President must have been a member in good standing and must have served on the Board of Directors within the past two years prior to the election.  In order to be a candidate for President, said President must be nominated by a member in good standing of this Association in writing with written permission from the nominee that he or she will be a candidate.”

These nominations must reach our office no later than December 31, 2012.

We are looking forward to 2013 with great enthusiasm, and we appreciate the continued support of each member.

The Walking Horse Owners Association’s Board of Directors met on Thursday November 29, 2012. The Board voted to move forward and endorse the one group, one voice concept in response to the request from TWSHO earlier this month.  As an organization that represents owners from all disciplines of the Tennessee Walking Horse, WHOA looks forward to working diligently toward the success of the One Organization concept.

Lewisburg, TN – At their annual meeting, held December 3, 2012 in the auditorium at the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ And Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) headquarters in Lewisburg, Tennessee, the Marshall County, Tennessee, Chamber of Commerce honored TWHBEA with the Small Business Award for Best Contributor of 2012. The award recognizes a business that has gone above and beyond in their support of the Chamber. Representing TWHBEA at this prestigious event were Administrative Assistant and Chamber board member Diane White, Marketing and Programs Coordinator Kristen Stegall and Marketing and Programs Assistant Michael Gray. Ms. Stegall was proud to accept the award on TWHBEA’s behalf.

For further details or information, please contact (931) 359-1574.

The Walking Horse Owners Association
Announces the
WHOA 
High Point Show Series

In an effort to increase awareness and exposure between the pleasure and performance horse sectors, WHOA is pleased to announce the WHOA High Point Show Series.  Several shows will be designated as WHOA High Point Show Series “GOLD Shows”. These shows will be worth triple WHOA high points for anyone who holds a WHOA amateur card.  The WHOA International shows will be worth quadruple points.  WHOA is honored to partner with these premier horse shows.  The four “GOLD Shows” for the 2013 show season are:

Mississippi Charity Horse Show – March 28- 30th 2013

WHOA International Championship (Pleasure) – July29-Aug 3rd 2013

Southern Championship Charity Horse Show – September 27 – 28th 2013

WHOA International Championship (Performance)  – November 15-16th 2013

All divisions and all classes will be counted as triple points for the” GOLD Shows”. In addition there will be (casual) daytime versatility classes offered at the Jackson Charity and Southern Championship Charity shows.  Any exhibitor who shows in at least one class in
3 of the 4 “GOLD Shows” (pleasure, versatility or performance classes) will be awarded double WHOA Quest points for those shows and they will be recognized at the WHOA annual awards banquet held in February in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Make plans
now to attend all 4 of these “GOLD” events!

Lewisburg TN – In the spirit of the holidays and as a gesture of goodwill to all Tennessee Walking Horse enthusiasts, Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ And Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) President Tracy Boyd has decided to continue to offer Lifetime Memberships at the special rate of $795 through the end of the year.
 
For only $795 you can ensure your membership in TWHBEA for life! You’ll be able to transact business at member rates, take advantage of full voting rights, access TWHBEA programs and enjoy a subscription to Voice Magazine. Each lifetime membership also includes one free foal registration per year provided the foal is registered within six months of the foaling date and the applicant is the owner of the mare at foaling or a free transfer per year provided the horse is transferred within 30 days from the date of purchase.
 
For more information or to take advantage of this special holiday offer please call 931-359-1574.

SHELBYVILLE, TN –The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration (TWHNC®) will add a five-year-old amateur division to all of its shows in the 2013 season. The new class will be a specialty class and will be in addition to the Amateur Specialty division and Amateur Canter division. In addition the age restriction of five years and over in the Amateur Canter division will be removed eliminating the age requirement to compete in that class. All of these divisions will have the traditional mare and gelding division and stallion division in the preliminaries.

“A large percentage of two year olds do not compete in the ring with amateurs until midway or later in their first year under saddle. Combine that with the competitive performance horse career regularly extending well into the teens, it makes perfect sense to start the aged division for amateurs when the horse reaches six. This year’s Celebration had over 40 horses entered that were fifteen years or older,” said TWHNC® CEO Mike Inman.

The suggestion for the new class and division came to Inman via an exhibitor from Alabama. “It is important that The Celebration® interact and correspond with its exhibitors and although we can’t implement every suggestion we will do our best to implement those that better the experience for our customers,” said Inman.

Inman reached out to the Walking Horse Trainers’ Association (WHTA) before making the decision and the feedback from the WHTA was unanimously in support of the move. “In all my conversations with trainers and owners discussing this concept, the feeling was unanimous that there were tangible benefits for the horse, trainers, owners, and show managers,” concluded Inman.

The TWHNC® encourages all horse shows to incorporate the new division and help build anticipation for the crowning of the inaugural Amateur Five-Year-Old World Grand Champion® at the 75th Anniversary Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration®.

Herbert Henry McJunkin, age 81, of Dallas, TX, passed away on Thursday, December 6, 2012 in Dallas, TX. He was born on February 10, 1931 in Dallas, TX USA to his parents, Mr. Herbert McJunkn Sr. and Mrs. Marguerite Jones. Herbert married Katherine Hopkins in Livermore, CA on August 2, 1955. They had 3 children. Herb graduated Highland Park High School in 1949 then attended Texas A&M and SMU, where he played football while completing his undergraduate and Masters Degrees in Geology. He served in the United States Air Force playing football and flying photo reconnaissance over Korea. After a few years in the oil and home building business, he founded Dal-Mac Construction and later Dal-Mac Development which together remained in business for over 48 years. His professional and civic duties included serving as a board member for Citizens State Bank of Richardson Texas, board member and past president of Richardson Chamber of Commerce, founding member for North Texas Commission (Richardson), board member for Association of General Contractors, Texas Health Presbyterian Plano board of directors, board member for Circle 10 Boy Scouts of America, He was past president for Big D Charity Horse Show, and served on various fundraising committees for Equest Hospitals and Universities, Mr McJunkin was also a founding member of Spring Valley Athletic Association, member and past president of the Salesmanship Club of Dallas, past chairman of Byron Nelson Golf Classic. Herb wanted it known that he did not want to be remembered for his accomplishments and rewards, but to remember him for his service in the building and improvement of the local communities where he lived and conducted his business. Herb will be remembered by his loving wife and their children, son, Brad McJunkin and wife, Deborah, son Kirk McJunkin and wife, Cathy; daughter, Ellen Sale, six granddaughters, Kelly, Morgan, Grace Ann, Jena, Martha, Kate, and Keely. Three grandsons, Blake, Bert, and Herbert, one great-grandson, Isaiah, and a brother Jack McJunkin. He was preceded in death by Mary and Herbert McJunkin and Marguerite and Cecil Swindler. The family wishes to thank Laura Spurger R.N. and Community Hospice for their tireless and loving service. A memorial service was held for Herbert at 2:00 pm on Monday, December 10, 2012 at Highland Park United Methodist Church. The family received guests immediately following the service in the church fellowship hall. The family requests memorials to the Salesmanship Club of Dallas, UT Southwestern, Community Hospice, or Highland Park United Methodist Church.

At the meeting held Saturday, December 1, 2012, the International Board of Directors of the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ And Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) elected the following people to serve on the 2013 Executive Committee:

President Tracy Boyd (TN) – Tracy is a lifelong Tennessee Walking Horse enthusiast and lifetime member of the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ And Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA). He has spent most of his professional career working in the industry, wearing many hats along the way. Tracy is a former horse trainer and is proud of his record of having had no HPA violations. In addition, he has spent time at two major breeding farms, most recently serving as the breeding manager for Rising Star Ranch. Perhaps his biggest industry contribution came during his seven-year tenure as TWHBEA’s executive assistant. Tracy is an AAAA- licensed judge and has officiated shows throughout the United States and Canada. He has previously served as Horse Shows Vice President at TWHBEA.

Senior Vice President Loyd Hall “Buster” Black, Jr. (GA) – A practicing attorney since 1971, Buster has operated his own law firm since 1978. He is currently practicing regionally and nationally in equine law and equine regulation. He has been active in legislative matters related to the Tennessee Walking Horse industry. He is a former director of the Georgia Walking Horse Exhibitors’ Association and he recently completed a two and a half year term as Chairman of its Coalition of State Horse Councils. He has previously served three terms as Member At Large By Laws Vice President at the Association. He is a longtime walking horse enthusiast with plans to become a mounted search and rescue volunteer.

Administrative/Fiscal/Audit Vice President Rob Cornelius (AL) – An accountant by trade, Rob brings a wealth of experience to the Executive Committee. He is a longtime walking horse enthusiast who enjoys just about every facet of the breed. He is a member of the Walking Horse Trainers’ Association and he has served the Walking Horse Association of Alabama as a Director and as President. Rob has also volunteered as a 4-H youth leader and in several other community oriented positions. He is a multiple term Administrative/Fiscal/Audit Vice President for the Association.

Breeders Vice President Mike Hicks (TN) – Mike Hicks has been actively involved in the Tennessee Walking Horse industry for the past 25 years. During this time he has owned broodmares, foals, pleasure and performance horses. Mike’s primary interest has been in breeding and raising foals. Raising his first foal in 1988 and not missing a year since, it has become a passion in his life. He has managed numerous World Champion and World Grand Champion stallions; he currently owns and operates New Horizon Stables in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He has previously served as Enforcement Vice President and Performance Horse Vice President for the Association.

Enforcement Vice President Denise Bader-Keyser (Germany) – A native of Wemding, Germany, Denise Bader-Keyser has been involved in the Tennessee Walking Horse industry for over a decade. She has owned and exhibited pleasure, performance, halter and versatility horses and she is currently an owner/operator of a multi-faceted Tennessee Walking Horse facility in Germany. An extremely active promoter of the breed in Europe, she has participated in and/or organized Equitana Germany, the German Championships, Eurocheval, Fierra Cavalli Italy, Cavaladia Poland Americana, the European Futurity & Championship and the Northern German Championship.

Equine Welfare Vice President Dr. Linda Montgomery (AL) – A practicing veterinarian for 23 years, Dr. Linda Montgomery enjoys all facets of the Tennessee Walking Horse. She is an owner, exhibitor, and breeder of flat shod, padded, halter, and versatility horses. She is a regular on the trail and in the show ring. This is her second term as a TWHBEA Director for Alabama and last year was her first time serving on the board of an industry organization. This will be her third term as TWHBEA’s Equine Welfare Vice President.

Horse Show Vice President Pat Stout (TN) – Pat has been involved in the Tennessee Walking Horse industry for several years, beginning her involvement in Washington State and later relocating to Tennessee. She has owned and exhibited horses in every division our industry has to offer. She is also an active breeder. A multiple-term director, she has previously served as Horse Shows Vice President in 1999, 2000 and 2007. She has also served on the Pleasure Horse/ Youth Horse/Youth and Owners/ Exhibitors/International committees. Other breed organizations that she has been active in include TWHBEA of Washington, Western International Walking Horse Association, Walking Horse Owners’ Association, Upper Cumberland Walking Horse Association and the Pleasure Walking Horse Association of Tennessee.

Marketing Vice President Joyce Moyer (OH) – Involved in virtually all aspects of the breed, Joyce Moyer has been a member of TWHBEA since 1988 and lifetime member of TWHBEA since 1998. She was first elected to the International Board of Directors in 1994 and is currently serving her fifth term as a representative from Ohio. She is a past Member At Large Youth Vice President and this will be her third nonconsecutive term as Marketing Vice President. Over the years, she has served on the Breeders, Youth, Pleasure, Marketing, Administrative/Fiscal/Audit, and By Laws committees. Always looking to promote her breed of choice, Joyce has represented the breed at a variety of events. Joyce has operated a major accounting service for 37 years.

Owners/Exhibitors/International Vice President Jason Bachert (MO) – A resident of Grover, Missouri, Jason is a graduate of Southeast Missouri State University who holds a bachelors degree in Ag Business. He has been employed by Manna Pro Products LLC for the past 11 years and currently he currently serves as Vice President, Retail Sales. A lifetime member of TWHBEA, Jason has been involved in all facets of the breed. He and his family enjoy showing and trail riding. He has been instrumental in TWHBEA’s relationship with Manna Pro and he has never hesitated to lend a hand at TWHBEA events such as Equine Affaire and All Youth Day.

Performance Horse Vice President Christy Lantis (CA) – The daughter of a professional field trial dog trainer, Christy grew up riding and owning Tennessee Walking Horses. She began showing at the age of 13 and rode her first performance horse under the direction of Russ Thompson. In addition to riding and showing, Christy enjoys breeding Tennessee Walking Horses. She has served as Secretary/Treasurer for the West Coast Walking Horse Trainers’ Association and as a director of the Tennessee Walking Horse Foundation. Christy is a former director for the Tennessee Walking Horse Association of California and the Hesperia Christian School Board. Professionally, Christy manages the Assessment Appeals and Special Properties divisions of the San Bernardino County Assessor/Clerk/Recorder.

Pleasure Horse Vice President Rick Wies (MT) – Rick began training and showing the pleasure Walking Horse in the early 70’s mostly in open all breed shows while in his early twenties. He owned and operated a training and show barn in Fort Wayne, Indiana, while earning a mechanical engineering degree, serving in the Army Reserve as a Drill Sergeant in an infantry training unit, working full time as a tool and die designer and beginning a family. In 1984 Rick and family moved to the west shore of Flathead Lake in Montana to take on the management, training and showing duties for the Dr. Taylor ranch where a broodmare band of twenty plus was formed. In 1995 Rick purchased the Montana Ranch and reestablished Rick Wies Stables, which he operates to date. Rick has been elected to the TWHBEA International Board of Directors on five occasions and has actively served on virtually every divisional committee with over seventy appointments.

Trainers Vice President Wayne Dean (TN) – A native of Paris, Tennessee, Wayne Dean has been around Tennessee Walking Horses for so long that he no longer remembers his first ride aboard one. His uncle, Master Breeder Audie Dean, introduced him to the breed. A professional walking horse trainer for 35 years, he is committed to promoting every facet of the Tennessee Walking Horse breed. In 2008 – 2009 he served as Performance Horse Vice President and in 2006 – 2007 and 2009 – 2012 he served as Trainers Vice President. He has held a seat on the Walking Horse Trainers’ Association Board of Directors since 1998. He has judged just about every major show including the Celebration.

Member At Large ByLaws Dr. David Mullis, Jr. (GA) – A resident of Good Hope, Georgia, Dr. David Mullis, Jr. has been a member of TWHBEA since 1996. He is an owner, exhibitor and breeder of quality Tennessee Walking Horses that have found success in nearly every discipline. He is a supporter of all facets of the Tennessee Walking Horse. Dr. Mullis is the president of Mullis & Associates, Inc., a regulatory affairs and clinical studies consulting firm focusing on medical devices and biotechnology.

Member At Large Youth Caroline Hoffman (MO) – Caroline resides in Wellington, Missouri where she enjoys owning, exhibiting and training pleasure, performance and halter horses. She is a breeder of successful Tennessee Walking Horses and an avid trail rider. She is a multiple-term director for TWHBEA and she has served on the Performance Horse, Youth, Horse Show and Pleasure Horse committees. She has held youth camps and is an avid supporter of TWHBEA’s Academy Program. Caroline has served as president of the Tennessee Walking Horse Association of Missouri.

Secretary Dee Dee Miller (TN) – A lifelong Tennessee Walking Horse enthusiast, Dee Dee brings a wealth of knowledge to the Executive Committee. She is a multiple term TWHBEA director from Tennessee who served in 2008, 2009 and 2012 as Breeders Vice President for the Association. She is also a former Member At Large Youth and Senior Vice President. She has served as Secretary/Treasurer for the Tennessee Walking Horse Foundation. Dee Dee is a licensed AAA judge and is, perhaps, best known as the owner of 1998 World Grand Champion Masquerading.

Photo: Karen Goforth, Irresistible Portraits

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Kincaid of Kannapolis, NC are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Madison Holloway, to Garrett Scarborough of Gastonia, NC. Garrett is the son of Mr. Scott Scarborough and the late Mrs. Brenda Holland Scarborough. Madison is a graduate of Lenoir-Rhyne University with a degree in biology. Garrett is a graduate of Clemson University with a degree in architecture. Madison and Garrett met at the University of North Carolina in Charlotte where they are both attending graduate school. A March 2014 wedding is planned in Concord, NC.

Rhett Thomas Jennings was born on November 18, 2012 at 5:14pm. He weighed 8 lbs, 3 oz. and was 20.5 inches long.  Parents are Terry & Ashley Thomas Jennings. Ron Thomas is the proud grandfather. Both mother and son are doing well. The Scoop congratulates TWHBEA’s Executive Director, Ron Thomas on the birth of his grandson, Rhett.