HOA Essay Contest

The Horse of the Americas Registry, Inc. (HOA), a national organization committed to preserving the rare and historic Colonial Spanish horse, has announced an essay contest for all ages to benefit the HOA Youth Program. The winner will be awarded a beautiful two year old Colonial Spanish gelding, “Cara’s Spitfire”, generously donated by Tom and Della Norush of Attica, Indiana. The winner will be announced at the annual HOA meeting October 11, 2008 to be held in Suffolk, Virginia. Entries will be accepted until August 31, 2008.

Contestants are asked to write a 500-750 word essay on all of the following topics:

How have horses have impacted your life?

What trainers (living or deceased) do you admire and why?

Why would you like to own a Colonial Spanish horse and what would your goals be for the awarded horse?

How will you make a positive contribution to the promotion and preservation of the Colonial Spanish horse?

An application which includes listing personal and equine professional references along with a $15.00 entry fee is also required.

All entry fees will go directly towards enhancing the HOA Youth Program. Funds will be used for purchasing year end youth awards, and scholarships for our youth members to attend activities with their horse which will enrich the youth and their Colonial Spanish horse.

The Colonial Spanish horse was brought to America with the Spanish explorers in the 1500’s. This hardy and intelligent horse eventually became the mount of the Native Americans and the cowboys of the west. Due to the mass slaughter of the wild herds at the turn of the 19th century the Colonial Spanish horse was on the brink of extinction. Today, there are approximately 3,500 in existence worldwide.

Known for their athleticism and desire to bond with people, they are used in many disciplines including endurance, dressage, ranch work, jumping, and driving. Their size and attitude make them suitable for adults and children. “Spitfires” curious nature and love for humans will make him a wonderful horse for any discipline.

Joanne Leonard,
HOA Essay Contest,
5234 Randolph Road, Morrisville, VT 05661.

Color: Sorrel rabicano with flaxen mane and tail. (Rabicano is similar to roaning.)

Sire: Dancin’ Fire HOA #1021 ( Pucsinwah HOA#1023 SMR#1803 x Shady Lady SMR# 1434 )

“Spitfire” is a very kind and sweet natured youngster that loves the attention and company of people. He has been handled since birth and is very good with children. He is curious and calm in new surroundings. “Spitfire” has been raised with other horses so he is socially adept, lives outdoors 24/7, and has good quality feet. There are no health or soundness issues associated with him.

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