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2008 NARHA Adult Equestrian of the Year
Recognition Award

Nomination Information
All participants at NARHA centers are unique and deserve recognition.  But every once in a while an adult equestrian comes along who is simply outstanding.  She may be a star at horse show competitions, or he may still be relying on two sidewalkers and a horse leader to get around the area at a walk.  But whenever this person appears the hearts and spirits of everyone are transformed.  Who will you nominate for NARHA ‘s 2008 Adult Equestrian of the Year Award?

For the first time, this year NARHA will award an individual membership to the NARHA 2008 Adult Equestrian of the Year.  Your nominees don’t need to be a NARHA member or join.  It is our honor to recognize this individual by welcoming him or her into the community that appreciates the power of the horse to change lives.  And of course, we hope he or she will be able to join us at the 2008 NARHA National Conference and Annual Meeting Awards banquet on Saturday, November 1. 

Join us in recognizing again the 2007 Adult Equestrian of the Year!“Susan Bangert epitomizes grace,” writes Registered Instructor Ross Braun.   “Although she is quadriplegic and blind she is just as dedicated to improving her physical abilities as the most disciplined athlete. She sets her own lofty goals, perseveres through pain to obtain them, and makes sure that each session is fun for everybody.”

In a letter of recommendation for the 2007 Adult Equestrian Recognition Award, Laura Jensen wrote, “It is impossible to spend more than ten minutes with Susan Bangert without re-evaluating your own life.”

NARHA Adult Equestrian of the Year Criteria

Ø      The nominee must be at least 18 years old by January 1, 2008.

Ø      The nominee must participate in an equestrian activity at a NARHA center in good standing and must have a disability.

Ø      The nominee does not need to ride independently.

Ø      Please submit two (2) letters of nomination.  Letters should not exceed 500 words and should be double-spaced and postmarked by May 31, 2008.

Ø      Include names, addresses and phone numbers of the nominee’s local newspaper, equine magazine and other appropriate publications.  Press releases will be sent for all award recipients.

Ø      Nominations must be received via email no later than May 31, 2008.

Ø      Please do not send any photographs at this time.  The NARHA office will contact you if photos are needed.

Link to Nomination Form