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Appaloosa Journal is working on a coffee-table book that will be a photographic portrayal of the Appaloosa in all its many disciplines. The hundreds of photographs in the book will be accompanied by short stories in some of the chapters. Preferred subjects: your horse/human relationship; horse therapy (either physically or emotionally); horse heroes; an amazing horseback experience; or horse survival. Please submit stories, 1000 words or less, to staffwriter@appaloosajournal.com. Please include name and address with submissions. For questions, call 208-882-5578 ext. 252.

For just $12.50, you can purchase a copy of the 2004 ApHC Yearbook. There are only a few left, so take advantage of what might be your last opportunity to purchase one. For more information or to purchase your Yearbook, contact the ApHC Awards Coordinator at (208) 882-5578 ext. 264.

If you want the attention of a captive, equine-oriented market, promote your business or farm at the World Championship Appaloosa Show. Promotional opportunities include advertising in The World Network, farm flag advertising, class sponsorships and more.

The World Network is a daily show newsletter filled with class schedules, show results, articles, announcements and more. Exhibitors, visitors and vendors use it to plan each of their days at the show. Rates for advertising in The World Network are:

Farm Flag Advertising ensures your logo is seen by thousands of exhibitors and spectators over the span of the nine-day show. Farm flags are hung in the John Justin Arena for maximum visibility. Creating and hanging your custom flag or banner costs $250; hanging an existing flag or banner costs $100.

Class Sponsorship promotional options allow you to support the World Show, display your enthusiasm for a particular class and gain recognition throughout the show. Class sponsors are recognized with announcements, posters and in The Network and Appaloosa Journal. Plus, this sponsorship is treated like a donation to the Appaloosa Youth Association, so you’re supporting youth programs as well. Sponsorship of one class costs $100; each additional class $50. 
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Promotional packages add value by combining promotional opportunities at a special rate. Custom promotional packages are also available.

*Prices are for existing banners. If you need a banner made, call (208) 882-5578 or e-mail marketing@appaloosa.com for pricing. 

The ApHC Board of Directors reopened the window for Canadian re-registration until December 31, 2005. For more information, contact the registration department at (208) 882-5578 ext. 300 or registration@appaloosa.com.
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Stallion and gelding DNA kits are still $50. If you have any questions or would like to order a DNA kit, please contact the registration department at (208) 882-5578 ext. 300.

At this year’s 2005 World Championship Appaloosa Show, 12 classes will be dual-approved through the ApHC and National Snaffle Bit Association. The ApHC will jackpot 60 percent of the $75 NSBA class fee to class winners, and NSBA exhibitors will earn points toward year-end standings. NSBA classes will be held in conjunction with ApHC classes and will award a special NSBA bronze trophy to class winners. Please refer to the 2005 World Championship Show schedule for list of NSBA dual-approved classes. For more information, contact the ApHC Show Department at (208) 882-5578 ext. 400.

The ApHC Show Department is always on the lookout for good quality candid photos of youths and non-pros and their Appaloosas in various disciplines and environments. We need new pictures for promotional use on brochures, display boards, and the ApHC Web site. If you have a photo that you think the ApHC can use, please send it to the ApHC, attention Mandi Knapp. Submitted photos should be of the highest quality. Prints can be no smaller than 5x7 inches, although 8x10 inches is preferred. Photographer’s signed release and other pertinent information must accompany the image. All photos submitted will become the sole property of the Appaloosa Horse Club unless a self-addressed envelope and appropriate return postage is included.

The following individuals have applied for acceptance as ApHC-approved judges. Any ApHC member who wishes to comment on any of the applicants should do so by writing the ApHC Judges Department, 2720 W. Pullman Road, Moscow, ID 83843. Only written and signed comments will be reviewed.