7th Annual
TULSA MARCH MANIA

2008 Tulsa March Mania Winners


“Bigger and Better Than Ever” was a catch phrase that was used prior to the 7th Annual Tulsa March Mania.   It was
almost as if this was a prediction…..  It is so amazing to think that our show had 2140 entries!  We had a little bit of a
rough time with the weather, but everyone seemed to make it to Tulsa.  Then we had to deal with the cold days and bitter
cold nights.  But we made it!!!   I believe that all those wonderful people who came to Tulsa to show their horses would not
be stopped!!!  They knew the best of the best was there and they all wanted to compete!!   The 2008 Tulsa March Mania
had many new and exciting happenings.  We added a Two Judge Specialty Show to our Paint-O-Rama and Youth/Amateur
Paint-O-Rama.  This enabled our Open Halter, Open Hunter Under Saddle, and Open Western Pleasure exhibitors to show
to six judges instead of four.  We were fortunate to have famed Trail Clinician and Trail Course Designer, Tim Kimura, as
part of our show.  The Trail Clinics sold out so quickly that Tim agreed to have another clinic to try to accommodate a few
more people!!!  The Trail Courses were challenging, but very well received.  Our trail classes were very large.  We offered
a Bridleless Western Pleasure Class for the first time.  Sara Beth Simons riding Sensational Blonde was the winner of
this class.   A beautiful Phil Harris work saddle went home with the Gang from Simons Show Horses.   Our Youth Fun
Class took on a whole new look this year.  Toilet Tag was the name of the game!!!   Taking care of business was
essential!!!    We gave away a lot of cool prizes.   The use of a Port-A-Cool Fan during the Paint World Show, Crystal, Silver,
Money, a Rolex Watch, Five Saddles, More Money, Jewelry, a Full Page Ad in the Paint Horse Journal, Phil Harris Saddle
Pads and Clothing, Cowboy Magic Grooming Products, a Full Page Ad in The Equine Chronicle, Spurs and Spur Straps,
Directors Chairs, Hats, Pro Orthopedic Saddle Pads, Pro Stepps Grooming Products, Sundowner Green Jackets and
Vests, Caps, Towels, Shoe Shine Kits, and even More Money.    We gave away prizes, prizes, and more prizes.    The
GCPHC Youth Club had two big activities during the show.  The Jail was certainly entertaining for those on the outside.  
Personally, I was quite distraught when my bail was revoked and the kids kept collecting more money just to keep me in
jail!!  I guess I know who my true friends are!!!  The Gift Baskets were very nice and I am sure that the buyers are enjoying
them.  I would like to thank all the people who helped make this show such a huge success.  The GCPHC Board of
Directors was there for moral support before, during, and after the show.  A special thanks to all the Board Members who
worked tirelessly during the show.   The show staff who worked countless hours to ensure that everything ran smoothly.  
All the Exhibitors – because without them, we wouldn’t have a show.  All the Sponsors who give so much and have such
faith in me.  My volunteer friends who helped me so, so much.  P. J. Davis and Chelsea Bain were the biggest stars of the
show.  I was beyond thrilled when they agreed to sing the National Anthem.  Many, many thanks to both of them for
sharing their beautiful voices with us.   We can’t forget our Judges, Vendors, Spectators, and all the other “essential”
people who help to make this show so successful.
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to relive the 7th Annual Tulsa March Mania one more time.  I am already making
plans and looking forward to 2009!!!




Show Secretary:                                                       Show Manager:
Jackie Mead                                                                Karen Kennedy
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                                  ATTENTION:
Effective, January 1, 2008, every exhibitor MUST show a 2008
APHA Membership Card.  Please remember to bring your card (or
a copy of your card) to the show.  If you do not have a current
APHA Membership Card, you will be required to purchase one at
the show.

Also, please remember that all Novice Youth, Novice Amateur,
and Amateur Exhibitors must have a current Membership Card
which reflects their status and eligibility.