2010 Horse Breeders and Owners Conference

From the Nov 9, 2009 Issue of Agri-News


	Alberta's horse industry gathers in Red Deer each January to take in the Horse Breeders and Owners Conference. This year, the 28th annual "mid-winter horseman's escape" will be held at the Capri Centre on January 15 to 17, 2010, and will feature world class speakers, a wide range of topics, an equine trade show with over 50 sponsoring businesses and organizations, and numerous opportunities for socializing and networking. . The pre-conference Stable Owners Seminar, now in its fourth year, provides a complimentary afternoon of education directed at the stable industry. This year will feature Lanier Cordell - Effective Marketing Tools; Bob Coleman - Alternative Feeds for Stables; Business Infusions - Stable Organization Using Software; and Scott Holmes on Arena Footing. The seminar will run from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on January 15, 2009. All are welcome to attend and advance registration is not required. The conference officially opens Friday evening with the very popular Open Barn reception (7:00 to 10:00 p.m.). Delegates have the opportunity to catch up with old friends, make some new friends, and explore the exhibits of what's new and exciting in the horse industry. The heart of the conference is its strong educational program and 2010 is no exception. The first session begins Saturday morning and the last wraps up on Sunday afternoon. This year's line up has something for everyone, no matter what your level or type of participation in the world of horses. Lindsay Grice (Ontario) - From the Round Pen to the Show Ring - Stepping Up to the Next Level Terry Swanson (Colorado) - Understanding Lameness Janice Baxter (Florida) - Yoga for Equestrians - Morning Pre-Session Yoga Class Bob Coleman (Kentucky) - Why We Feed How We Feed - Making the Most of Your Feed Inventory Karen Scholl (Arizona) - Horsemanship for Women Scott Holmes (Indiana) - Effects of Footing on Horse, Rider and Sport Dennis Sigler (Texas) - Bringing Your Horse Back from Layoff or Inactivity Wendy Pearson (Ontario) - Natural Supplements for the Performance Horse Lanier Cordell (Georgia) - Equinomics: The Secrets to Making Money in Your Horse Business Derek Haley (Ontario) - Animal Welfare and Horses Bonnie Buntain (Alberta) - One Health: Promoting & Protecting Horse and Human Health Dee Butterfield (Alberta) - Successful Clinics: The Give and the Take Katie Tim (Mississippi) - The New Industry Reality Stephanie Valberg (Minnesota) - Responsible Breeding Ron Anderson and Muffy Knox (Alberta) - Getting the Most Enjoyment from Your Horse News Hour Topics to be announced Cost for the weekend, is $95 for an individual and $80 for additional registrants from the same farm if registering in advance. Registration is also available at the door and is $95 per person. Registration for students of post-secondary equine programs is $65. The *Horse Breeders and Owners Conference* is an annual event hosted by the Horse Industry Association of Alberta and sponsored by a generous group of equine organizations and businesses. For more information call 403-420-5949 or to register visit www.albertahorseindustry.ca Contact: Teresa van Bryce 403-420-5949

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