NAJM
(Ali Saroukh x Ansata Nariya)
Congratulations to BL Arabians of Sonora, Mexico on their purchase of Jasmine IASB and Royal Rose SMF
Jasmine IASB
Royal Rose SMF
Silver Maple Farm sends best wishes to BL Arabians on the purchase of these two lovely straight Egyptian mares, Jasmine IASB, sired by World Champion Imperial Imdal out of Ansata Justina, and Royal Rose SMF by Majestic Noble SMF out of the BB Thee Renegade daughter, Rebel Rose SMF. BL Arabians is also breeding several mares to the Silver Maple stallions and we will be quite excited to see the results!
*Abha Gali and PR Nile Queen travel to Dubai
*Abha Gali
PR Nile Queen
Congratulations to Mr. Mohammed Altawheedi
Silver Maple Farm would like to congratulate Mr. Mohammed Altawheedi of Dubai Stud on his selection of *Abha Gali and PR Nile Queen. It was very difficult to part with these two exceptional mares, but we so are pleased they are joining his superb group of horses, including the reigning World Junior Champion Colt, Royal Colours. We wish him the best of luck with these two treasured mares.
Congratulations to Nancy Eklund of Fair Oaks Farm
Silver Maple Farm is thrilled that Nejd Queen SMF (*Simeon Shai x PR Nile Queen) has found a new home with Nancy Eklund of Fair Oak Farm in Santa Ynez, California. Nancy has been breeding and showing Arabians since 1977 with a program based on her straight Egyptian foundation mare, Morsada. We wish her much success with this beautiful daughter of *Simeon Shai!
Best Wishes to Dr. Amy Fulmer-Vogel
Jalal SMF and Nejd Prince SMF
These two beautiful bay boys have grown up to be handsome young geldings and we are proud to announce that they have moved to Kenosha, Wisconsin to the farm of Dr. Amy Fulmer-Vogel. An accomplished dressage rider and trainer, she has superbly demonstrated the athletic ability of the straight Egyptian horses as she develops them into beautiful riding horses using the classic training methods of dressage. We look forward to seeing these two under saddle in years to come.
Shai Diva SMF Arrives in Israel
Congratulations to David Vahaknin and Yuval Keller!
Silver Maple Farm is proud to announce that the lovely Shai Diva SMF (*Simeon Shai x Dance Diva) has been exported to Israel. A Reserve Champion Futurity Filly at the 2006 Egyptian Event, Shai Diva should have an exciting career ahead as both a show filly and future broodmare in her new country. Our best wishes and congratulations to David and Yuval, who both demonstrate an inspiring dedication to the Arabian breed.
Best Wishes to Jim Panek!
Ansata Nariyanna
Silver Maple Farm is thrilled that Ansata Nariyanna (Ansata Iemhotep x Ansata Nariya by Ansata Hejazi) has found a new home with internationally respected judge and long-time Arabian breeder, Jim Panek. "I am enjoying her lovely disposition," says Jim of his new arrival, "and, of course admiring her several times each day. She is a very welcome addition here!" We wish Jim every success with this lovely young filly and look forward to seeing her contributions to his breeding program in the years to come.
Suleiman SMF Gets a Great New Home!
Suleiman SMF with His New Owner, Donna Smith
Silver Maple Farm would like to congratulate Donna Smith of Morgan Hill, California on her acquisition of Suleiman SMF (Ali Saroukh x Samura). A long-time horse enthusiast, Donna wanted a "newer" model of her favorite Arabian riding horse, who is soon to retire. Donna reports that Suleiman has settled in beautifully and all the mares on the farm are already in love with him! Suleiman will have a great new life riding in the hills with Donna and we wish the pair many years of happy trails!
Congratulations to Shaman Arabians!
Exeter SMF
Silver Maple Farm would like to congratulate June Yahola of Shaman Arabians in Cromwell, Oklahoma upon acquiring the exotic Exeter SMF. Foaled in 2005, this exciting young stallion is sired by Dreamcatcher SMF out of the beautiful Om El Exotica, who is now owned by HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammad al Thani of Al Zobair Stud. Combining the finest bloodlines of the Silver Maple and Om el Arab breeding programs, Exeter SMF joins National Champion Pyro Thyme SA, ensuring a bright future indeed for Shaman Arabians!
Best Wishes to Tinus and Francisca Strydom!
Nile Prince SMF at the 2006 Egyptian Event
Nile Prince SMF (*Simeon Shai x PR Nile Queen), ChampionWorld Class Yearling Colt at the 2006 Egyptian Event, will soon travel to the beautiful Gauteng Province of South Africa to join the wonderful horses of Strydom Arabian Stud. Congratulations to Tinus and Francisca Strydom for selecting this leggy and charismatic son of *Simeon Shai. Nile Prince SMF will remain in the U.S. until fall with Mike Neal, and will be shown at the Minnesota Arabian Horse Breeders Fall Festival.
Galileo SMF
Henry and Christie Metz send their best wishes to Christine Preusser of Arnold, Missouri on her new gelding, Galileo SMF. "He is doing fabulous!" says Christine. "He learns very quickly and gets things right on the first try....he is very sweet and has a wonderful personality." Started under saddle by the talented Kristin Hardin, Galileo and Christine should make a great team in the hunter and sporthorse divisions!
New Foal for Maple Crest Egyptian Arabian Stud!
Colt by Majestic Noble SMF out of Bint Maalayka
Best wishes to Mary Lou Hartmann on her 2006 colt by Majestic Noble SMF. Maple Crest Egyptian Arabian Stud has a focus on the rare Abayyan Om Jurays and this young colt is pure-in-strain Abbayan.
