Directors of the KHA
Dean Baker
Dean lives in Conestoga with his wife Pat. Dean was one of the charter members of KHA and served as our first president. After two terms Dean took a break from the position but not from the organization, as both he and Pat remained active with KHA, Pat working hard on the raffle activities and Dean as chair of many events. Elected by the American Haflinger Association as a Director of the Northeast Region, Dean is now the Bylaws chair. But no matter how busy, he is always available for advice or to advocate for the breed he so dearly loves. You’ll see Dean and Pat at most of the KHA events during the year, and also many AHR functions as well. When you see the tall distinguished looking gent with a mustache, white hat and deep voice, you can almost be sure it’s Dean. Congratulate him on his hard work for the Haflinger breed and for his enthusiasm as he serves KHA as our 4th President.
Abner Miller
Abner Miller lives in Ephrata with wife MaryJane and their family. Abner has been active with Haflingers for years, and with KHA from the beginning. He served two terms on the Board of Directors, and this year begins fulfilling the position of Vice-President. Abner and his family can be found on every wagon train where they have been instrumental in organizing and serving the food, and at many other activities such as trail rides and drives. Welcome back Abner.
Anne Wagner
Anne hails from York County. She has been an avid horse woman since childhood, enjoying trail riding, fox hunting, and giving lessons. She was introduced to Haflinger horses when a friend asked her to haul a team of mares. She was so impressed with their calm natures and kind temperaments that she began searching for one of her own. In 2002 she attended the Keystone Haflinger Sale and purchased her first Haflinger. Since then Anne has owned many Haflingers, been active in KHA and headed up our games at the Wagon Train, putting the “fun” in our Fun Day as well as servig on our board of directors. Anne’s husband Jack is supportive and active oft times behind the scenes, as is her daughter Sue who is usually by Anne’s side. Anne is serving her third year as KHA Secretary and doing a fantastic job.
Jim Johnson
Jim is one of the driving forces at Horse Expo. His is the smiling face that always greets you at the KHA booth; he’ll also be the fellow that modestly denies his important role in Expo and the first to recognize the other folks who generously give of their time and talents to make Expo a success. Jim was for many years the chairman of the Eastern Amateur Arabian Horse Show Circuit, an experience that prepared him well for his position as KHA Treasurer. Jim and his wife Vicki were looking for a horse that would fit in with their semi-retired life style when in 2002 they discovered their first Haflinger. In their search for an organization revolving around the breed, they found and joined KHA. Vicki rides in many of the activities with Jim in quiet support behind the scenes. As KHA’s Treasurer, Jim keeps an eye on finances and balances the books.
Ephraim Stoltzfus
Ephraim Stoltzfus lives on a small farm near Bird-In-Hand, Lancaster County. He first became interested in the Haflinger horse because they are the perfect size for a small acreage like his. He got hooked on Haflingers after attending his first auction and meeting the people who love the breed. “Eph” served two terms as treasurer and he and his wife Verna and family are involved on many levels in most of our club activities. He has been with KHA from the first organizational meeting and served as President last year. His new position as Director will allow more time for his growing family, but expect to see Eph and his family riding, driving, and enjoying many KHA events.
John Welk
John Welk and his wife Sharon, charter members who live near Pequea, have owned horses for many years - Haflingers for about 8 years. They are active driving their horses in KHA events. John does some light farm work as part of his training program and, as he is recently retired, he will have more time to spend on the farm with his team. He is another ‘behind the scenes’ hard worker when it comes to planning the wagon train and KHA is fortunate to have him come on board as a Director.
Elaine Durlin
As a charter member of KHA, Elaine has been active from the first meeting. Wearing many hats, she served two terms as Director, one term as Secretary, managed the KHA website, and except for a short period of time, Editor of The Haflinger Express. Usually busy snapping photographs for KHA, her award winning photos can be found at the local fair competitions, in magazines, and more importantly, in the club newsletter. Her love of Haflingers began with a search for a safe mount for her daughter, resulting in the purchase of Caress, a short Haflinger “as round as a pumpkin”. Elaine’s husband Dennis and daughter Litha continue to support and encourage her as she fulfills her duties as Editor and pursues her hobby as freelance writer and photographer. The next two years will be busy as she returns to the Board of Directors.