Arabian Racing
Association of Racing Arabian Breeders of Michigan
The Association of Racing Racing Breeders in Michigan (ARAB) was established in 1985, with the purpose to promote and further develop the Arabian horse though the medium of racing. Voted "Race Meet of the Year in both 2001 and 2003", our racing continues to improve in all aspects. 2006 was no exception, as racing in Michigan can boast of an increase of owners, starters, races and purses over 2005. ARAB's Board of Directors, work to encourage educational and social activities which will enhance the racing, training, breeding and sale of Arabian horses. Each year a stakes program is organized to accompany the already lucrative Michigan Bred Program. At our annual Awards Banquet, held in January we featured a Stallion Service Sale with great success, selling 100% of stallions offered. You can find our more information on our web site www.michiganarabianbreeders.com .
Arabian racing is offered at Mount Pleasant Meadows, the only track in the state of Michigan that holds a "mixed meet" license. Here the Arabians are at home, running an average of two races a day, for a 34 race day meet, running from May though September. You can also catch the excitement of Appaloosas, Quarter Horses, Paints and Thoroughbreds.
ARAB is a non profit organization consisting of a dues paying membership which elects a seven member Board of Directors. There are two membership categories: Full membership, which includes full voting privileges, participation in the stakes program as well as the year ending Awards program. An Associate membership, is also available to allow involvement in the stakes program as well as the awards program, but as a non voting member.
MICHIGAN SPRINT
6/23/07 5 furlongs 3yr & up colts $250.00, to nominate
$250.00, to run estimated purse $10,500.00
MICHIGAN SPRINT DISTAFF
6/23/07 5 furlongs 3yr & up mares $250.00, nominate
$250.00, to run est. purse $10,5000
MICHIGAN DERBY
7/28/07 6 furlongs 3 & 4 yr olds $250.00 to nominate,
$250.00, to run est. purse $10,5000
MICHIGAN OPEN
9/9/07 6 furlongs 3 & up colts $250.00 nominate,
$250.00 to run, est. purse $10,500
MICHIGAN DISTAFF
9/9/07 6 furlongs 3 & up mares $250.00 nominate,
$250.00 to run, est. purse $10,500
MICHIGAN JUVENILE
9/22/07 6 furlongs 3 yr olds $250.00 nominate,
$250.00 to run, est. purse $10,500
A.R.A.B. of Michigan Association of Racing Arabian Breeders
The Association of Racing Arabian Breeders of Michigan and Mount Pleasant Meadows Race Course would like to offer you the opportunity to be involved in an exciting way to advertise your company or business. Horse racing has been one of the most thrilling spectator sports in history and continues to draw large crowds today. The Arabian Stakes races are our marquee events, and these races draw the most attention, and garner the most publicity.
Arabian Stakes Race Sponsorships are available for those that would like to feel the excitement of live racing, while promoting a service or product.
$1000 Sponsorship fee allows your company the following advantages, now and through out the entire year.
1. Ads in multiple horse racing publications
- Arabian Finish Line, a nationally circulated
Arabian Racing magazine- Arabian Racing Illustrated
- The ARAB Tip Sheet, a monthly publication
- Equibase, an online source for horse racing
- ARAB of Michigan’s web site exposure
- www.michiganarabianbreeders.com
2. A full-page company ad in the official Mount Pleasant Meadows Race Day Program.
3. Space provided on the grounds of Mount Pleasant Meadows Race Course for you to promote your merchandise or display ads, provided by sponsor.
4. VIP Treatment on race day
- Guided tour of the backside, prior to first call for racing.
- Reserved seating
- Four programs for either MPM or any of
the other tracks included in the current
simulcate program that day. - Pose for a win photo with your clients
or company’s representatives with
the champion racehorse.
5. Stakes trophy and blanket will bear your company name, and may be presented by you or a representative of your company to the champion racehorse.
6. Receive a copy of the win photo to use for other promotions or advertising.
Below are six Stakes Race dates that are currently available:
Michigan Spirit
5 furlongs
Colts & Geldings 3 & up
Estimated Purse $10,500
Michigan Open
6 furlongs
Colts & Geldings 3 & up
Estimated Purse $10,500
Michigan Distaff Sprint
5 furlongs
Fillies & Mares 3 & up
Estimated Purse $10,500
Michigan Distaff
6 furlongs
Fillies & Mares 3 & up
Estimated Purse $10,500
Michigan Derby
6 furlongs
Open 3 & 4 year olds
Estimated Purse $10,500
Michigan Juvenile
6 furlongs
Open 3 year olds
Estimated Purse $10,500
After selecting the stake race you would like to sponsor, please provide a print ready ad, with you $1000 sponsor fee and mail to:
ARAB of Michigan
c/o Michele Youngdale
11855 Sugar Ridge Rd.
Bowling Green, OH 43302
This is a unique way to promote your company and, at the same time, allow your clients or employees to enjoy a day at the track. You may want to consider a co-sponsorship? Its up to you! We at A.R.A.B. of Michigan wish to thank you for your continued support to the “Sport of Kings.”
To take advantage of the most advertising exposure as possible and to ensure to receive your chosen race date selection, you will want to reserve your sponsorship opportunity soon. For more information contact our Stakes chairman Dickey Benton (989) 433-2080.
"See You In the Winners Circle."
