2022 MHSA Banquet RSVP
Posted on October 24, 2022
MHSA 2022 Year-End Awards Banquet
Mark your calendars as MHSA is excited to announce that the 2022 MHSA Year End Awards Banquet will be held in person at the beautiful Vignon Manor Farm on the evening on Saturday, November 26th from 4pm – 8pm. Banquet invitations will be sent out via email at the beginning of October and banquet RSVP’s will be due by November 7th.
Please click on the link below to RSVP to the 2022 MHSA Year-End Banquet:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3IN8DmI-sZvsjEGV0CtaRqeuB6H_572fmtUCXf6vcViN_yg/viewform?usp=sf_link
Year-End Awards Banquet Event Details:
- Check in starts at 4pm
- Hors d’oeurves and Cocktail Hour from 4pm – 5pm
- Silent Auction from 4pm – 7:15pm
- Buffet Style Dinner catered by Lib’s Grill starting at 4:45pm
- Cash Bar
- Award presentation starts at 5pm
- Tickets – $55 for adults and $40 for children under 10
Hotel Recommendations:
- Hilton Garden Inn Aberdeen
- Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen
- Fairfield Inn and Suites Aberdeen
- Marriott Courtyar
MHSA Horsemanship Contest
Posted on October 4, 2022
MHSA Horsemanship Contest
MHSA will be holding a horsemanship contest during the WIHS Local Weekend Show held at Morven Park October 20 – 23, 2022. The contest will be two phases which will include a written test on Friday evening, October 21st and then a hands-on horse practicum on Saturday morning, October 22nd. There will be three age groups consisting of a young juniors, older juniors, and adults and awards will be presented on Saturday afternoon, October 22nd. In order to sign up for the contest please contact Justine Powers-Jarvis.
MHSA 2022 Year End Awards Banquet and Silent Auction
Posted on October 2, 2022
MHSA 2022 Year-End Awards Banquet
Mark your calendars as MHSA is excited to announce that the 2022 MHSA Year End Awards Banquet will be held in person at the beautiful Vignon Manor Farm on the evening on Saturday, November 26th from 4pm – 8pm. Banquet invitations will be sent out via email at the beginning of October and banquet RSVP’s will be due by November 7th.
Year-End Awards Banquet Event Details:
- Check in starts at 4pm
- Hors d’oeurves and Cocktail Hour from 4pm – 5pm
- Silent Auction from 4pm – 7:15pm
- Buffet Style Dinner catered by Lib’s Grill starting at 4:45pm
- Cash Bar
- Award presentation starts at 5pm
- Tickets – $55 for adults and $40 for children under 10
Hotel Recommendations:
- Hilton Garden Inn Aberdeen
- Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen
- Fairfield Inn and Suites Aberdeen
- Marriott Courtyard
2022 MHSA Silent Auction
The MHSA will be hosting an in person silent auction at the MHSA Year End Awards banquet at Vignon Manor Farm. MHSA is seeking items that are attractive to horse show-goers and their family members. MHSA uses the fund generated from the silent auction to assist with annual educational programs such as the judges clinic, year-end medal finals, and the year-end banquet. All donations to the MHSA are tax deductible. Examples of donations are: baskets of items, equestrian items, sporting tickets or memorabilia, trips or outings, gift certificates, jewelry, artwork, etc. Please contact the MHSA Secretary if you are interested in donating to the MHSA Silent Auction.
Elizabeth Solter Emerging Athlete Award
Posted on October 2, 2022
Elizabeth Solter Emerging Athlete Award
The Elizabeth Solter Emerging Athlete award is awarded to a dedicated and knowledgeable young rider (USEF horse show age 15-30) who has demonstrated the enthusiasm, work ethic and aptitude necessary for success as a horseman. The award winner will be someone who has a future as a rider in the sport, as well as a successful horseman who is viewed as a “good sport” among his/her peers. Applications to be accepted from the MHSA general membership. An application can be filled out as a nomination by someone else, or behalf of a MHSA member. The winner will be chosen by a committee appointed by the MHSA President. The award will be given at the annual MHSA Awards Banquet. The deadline for the application is October 1, 2022 and send to secretary@mdhsa.org.
Glena Wirtanen Horsemanship Award
Posted on October 2, 2022
The Glena Wirtanen Horsemanship Award
Once again MHSA will be honoring legendary horsewoman, Glena Wirtanen, through the MHSA Glean Wirtanen Horsemanship Award. The Glena Wirtanen Horsemanship award will be awarded each year to the MHSA member who exemplifies outstanding horsemanship skills through integrity, empathy, and extensive knowledge of horse welfare and safety, and acts as a positive role model and advocate of horsemanship in the community. The recipient to be chosen through nominations and selection committee. The deadline for the Glena Wirtanen Horsemanship Award nomination is October 1, 2022. Please email the nomination to the secretary@mdhsa.org by the deadline.
2021 MHSA Virtual Banquet
Posted on December 29, 2021
Please click on the link below to view the 2021 MHSA Virtual Banquet:
Glena Wirtanen’s Celebration of Life Gathering
Posted on May 17, 2021
Please join MHSA at the MD Summer Classic Horse Show to celebrate the life of legendary horse woman, Glena Wirtanen. Glena’s Celebration of Life gathering will be held Saturday May 29th at 12 noon at McDonogh School Showgrounds (8600 McDonogh Road, Owings Mills,MD 21117). Please RSVP to Miranda Grabill (mgrabill@mcdonogh.org) if you plan to attend the event. Since the gathering will be held in conjunction with a horse show, all attendees will be asked to fill out a covid waiver. If you have any questions please contact Miranda Grabill.
Please click on the video link below to see Glena’s comments on receiving the 2020 MHSA Distinguished Service Award:
Licensing Requirements For Commercial Stables in Maryland
Posted on May 17, 2021
The Maryland Department of Agriculture Horse Industry Board offers valuable resources and support for all horse enthusiasts. The MHSA would like to remind its members about the licensing requirements for commercial stables operating or maintaining a horse establishment in Maryland.
Please click on the link below for more information:
https://mda.maryland.gov/horseboard/Pages/MD-License-Stable.aspx
The MHSA encourages its member to comply with these licensing requirements.