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How a model horse show is organized
A model horse show has all the trappings of a live horse show, but recreated in miniature detail. The model horses participate in "events" similar to a real horse show. Model horses may be:
- Shown in Halter - standing alone
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- Performance Classes - shown in tack with dioramas depicting the model taking part in any of many horse activities
Models are placed in a show ring (a specified table top), with a note for each model having the name of the breed the model represents, or the event the model is shown doing
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Model horse shows are social events, with the opportunity meet new friends, show off private collections of model horses, compete with other collectors, and buy, sell, and trade model horses or other items.
Model horse shows are a great source of information about model horses or the model horse collecting world in general.
Model horse shows - the bigger picture
Of course what is really being judged at model horse shows is the knowledge of horses and everything that goes with them. Many model horse enthusiasts have or have had live horses and have shown them at some point in their lives. They bring their love of horses and knowledge of all things horse with them to the model horse events, and the most successful showers are constantly learning new information about horses in general.
Prizes
Winning horses usually receive ribbons, rosettes, trophies, and even an invitation to show the model horse at the North American Nationals (NAN), the national finals held annually.
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Stone Horses' Model Horse Shows |
The Stone Horse Shows are an exciting series of live model horse shows!
Stone Horse Shows bring the ultimate model horse experience to a local region near you! Stone Horse Shows accept all brands and types of model horses - plastic and resin. They are not Stone models only shows.
All the shows will be applying for NAN-qualifying status. NAN tickets will be awarded to first and second place winners in Halter and Performance in the Open division only. Division Champions and Reserve Champions receive Rosettes. Overall Division Champion and Reserve Champion receive trophy models. |
What is NAMHSA, or NAN?
The North American Model Horse Showers Association (NAMHSA) is an organization of model horse enthusiasts from across the United States and Canada who annually hold the North American Nationals (NAN) for model horses.
This non-profit organization determines how, where, and when the national show will be held and administrates the event. Model horses are invited to show at the national level through participating member model shows. Each model winning a first or second place is given a special card which can be filled out and submitted for entry at the NAN show. More information on NAN and NAMHSA is available at www.namhsa.org.
Judging
Judging model horses for Halter classes is based on the breed requirements for that type of horse. Performance is judged based on the correctness of the tack, and accuracy of the diorama. |
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