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Events for July 2009

Mar 21 - Dec 13   Equine Massage Certification Program
This 200-hour certification program offers complete instruction in the art of Equine Massage. The course appeals to massage therapists, horse owners, trainers, and competitors. It is designed to cover all the topics needed to peruse a career in massage therapy. We offer in depth anatomy, pathologies, gait analysis and saddle fitting. A variety of massage techniques are taught including fascial techniques, Sportsmassage, and neuromuscular techniques. Contact Theresa Gagnon for more information.  More Info
Email to: tgagnon@bancroftsmt.com
May 1 - Aug 22   M H A R F Trainers Challenge of the Unwanted Horse
12 untrained horses from humane cases teamed with 12 volunteer trainers will compete for $4,000.00+ in prize money.See what an unwanted, neglected horse can do after 100 days of quality training! Last years event was a huge success on many levels!Please see the website for more details.Where:Doug and Louise Leatherdale Center, St.Paul, Minn. When:August 22,2009 Why: Because an untrained horse is an unwanted horse!PRE-APPROVAL to adopt is mandatory.Silent auction bidding during event to adopt.  More Info
Email to: info@mnhoovedanimalrescue.org
Jun 1 - Dec 31   Equine Anatomy Pre Course Distance Study
Free course presented by Equinology, Inc. This online course is now free until 2011 to anyone wishing to broaden their knowledge of veterinary terminology and the musculoskeletal system of the horse. The EQ50 online course is also the required pre-course study guide used for our signature EQ100, EQ101 and EQ102 courses in Equine Body Worker certification. You will also find it very helpful if taking any other courses from any program including Equinology’s courses in anatomy, neurology, biomechanics, saddle fitting and any other modality for horses.   More Info
Email to: office@equinology.com
Jul 9 - Jul 12   Southeastern Equestrian Trails Conference
Making $ents out of Sustainability…Green Horses is the theme for SETC 2009. We will explore ways to build better trails...protect water quality at creek/river crossings, at horse camps, and at our own farms. Additional topics will be manure management, carbon footprints, invasive exotics, conservation easements and more! If we want to preserve historical use of horses on public and private lands, we need to educate ourselves to be good (green) stewards. There will be numerous Mobile Workshops on Thursday (pre-conference) and Sunday (post-conference). Plan to attend to learn more about policy, planning and politics! After several successful years in Clemson, SC, the Conference started its rotation around the Southeast.The last SETC was held in 2008 in Charleston, SC. 2009 brings SETC back to FL…GA will follow in 2010. Other States have pledged their continued support and interest in the only nationally recognized conference of its type funded by the Federal Highway Administration. This informative conference is intended for all trail users/property owners and land managers. Although held in the Southeast, SETC draws attendees from across the USA. The Conference will be held in Gainesville, FL at the Paramount Plaza Hotel. Online registration is now active. Exhibitors and Sponsors are encouraged to register now as exhibit space is limited. Through sponsorships and grants, the cost of the conference has been kept to a minimal fee. Profits from SETC will be donated to the FL Greenways and Trails Foundation. This year’s hosts are SEDRA and the Goethe Trail, Inc.For more information, call 352.317.0273 or email setc2009@aol.com   More Info
Email to: blackprong@aol.com
Jul 9 - Jul 17   Equine Body Worker Certification Course
Equine massage foundation course - Buchanan, Virginia. This 9-day, 97+hour (actual course contact hours and independent evening and off day assigned study) course (a total of 250+hours with the required post course field work and precourse study), is taught by international instructor Debranne Pattillo, MEBW. It is specifically designed for those students wishing to pursue a career in the massage therapy field, but is also regularly attended by veterinarians, physical therapists, human massage therapists, equine massage therapists, trainers, barn managers, and chiropractors who would like to enhance their skills. The course is taught in such a comprehensive logical layered format, that those with little or no complementary equine care and science background will find themselves up to speed with the other professional participants.  More Info
Email to: office@equinology.com
Jul 11   Shoeing Foundered Horses
Shoeing Foundered Horses. How to apply the Nolan Hoof Plate to relieve the pain. Farriers' National Research Center & School in LaFayette, Georgia. Farriers $495.00 (includes introductory kit and DVD $110 value) 706-397-8047, Video Clips available to view at www.HorseshoenTime.tv CFE accredited  More Info
Email to: info@bwfa.net
Jul 11 - Jul 12   Complete Guide to natural Horse care clinic
What: Hoof clinic that will educate you on the proper nutrition for a healthy hoof and body. Why the hoof shape has such an affect on the over-all health of the hoof as well as the whole horse. After two days, you will learn how to recognize problems and how to cure them with the proper diet and hoof form. Both of these issues must be addressed for a healthy hoof. Where: Kingsland, Texas Kingsland Community Center Who: Ove Lind, founder of the Swedish Hoof School. www.swedishhoofschool.com Click on "clinic schedule" and you can sign up and pay online for the July 11th clinic! Hosted by: Leslie Davis 325-388-2727 or 325-247-6723 cell Cost: $175 includes both days and lunch, drinks, snacks Vets attend free of charge with proper identification.   More Info
Email to: leslie@littlethunderstables.com
Jul 25 - Jul 26   Advanced Forge Class For Farriers
Advanced Forge Class For Farriers at the Farriers' National Research Center & School in LaFayette, Georgia. Practice your cold and hot shoe shaping, certification practice and testing offered. $125.00 per day. Call 706-397-8047, CFE accredited  More Info
Email to: info@bwfa.net
Jul 27 - Jul 31   Dr. Redden Equine Podiatry 101 Course
Location: International Equine Podiatry Center 8235 McCowans Ferry Rd Versailles, KY 40383 Price: $2,500.00 Registration: Limited to 20 After numerous requests, Dr. Redden will be hosting his Equine Podiatry 101 Course. This 5 day course is designed to teach veterinarian and farrier teams Dr. Redden's methodology for assessing, planning and treating a variety of commonly occurring foot problems. Each day will be divided into 2 sessions. During the morning sessions, Dr. Redden will teach and demonstrate basic podiatry principles and techniques which will set the stage for the afternoon. Afternoon sessions will include hands-on instructions designed to enhance the knowledge and working relationship of 2 mutual professions whom are held equally responsible for the health of the equine foot. For More Information: Contact Nancy Redden at 859-873-5294 / 859-873-5282 Visit http://www.nanric.com or email reddendvm@att.net   More Info
Email to: reddendvm@att.net
Jul 30 - Aug 1   Dodge City Days and the Western Kansas Horse Expo
The BWFA and member Sean McDonough will host three days of vendors and demonstrations to the public. Farriers are more than welcome to participate. All types of Equine related professions are welcome to exhibit. Call Sean at 316-516-9947 or the BWFA Headquarters at 706-397-8047 www.dodgecitydays.com  More Info
Email to: info@bwfa.net
 



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