Issue No. 14
January 21, 2011
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Upcoming Events:
Come and visit us at the following Events:
Become a Winning Horse Show Parent
with Registered Psychologist, April Clay
Anderson Ranch, Calgary, AB
February 26, 2011 for more information call: 403-283-5525 or email
Red Deer Lodge
Northlands Farm & Ranch Show
Edmonton, AB
March 31 - April 2, 2011
The Mane Event
Westerner Park
Red Deer, AB
April 29 - May 1, 2011
STAY TUNED FOR MANY MORE UPCOMING EVENTS FOR 2011!!
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Things to check out on the AEF Website!
To help us provide some informative presentations and workshops - go to the AEF home page and check out our monthly Poll question on the lower right side of page.
You can now shop online at the AEF website! All AEF merchandise is now available at our new online store, buy clothing, manuals, signs and so much more.... Click here to check it out!
AEF Member Forums - Have a trail ride or event happening? Want to chat with other Members? Check out the online Forums.
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About Us
The Alberta Equestrian Federation (AEF) is a member driven, nonprofit Provincial organization responsible for organizing, coordinating, sanctioning and administering equine sport and recreation in Alberta since 1978.
Membership is in excess of 12,000 individual members as well as over 100 member equine Provincial organizations and industry partners. The AEF is the only Equestrian Body recognized by Alberta Sport, Recreation, Parks and Wildlife Foundation. As such, we are the only body to directly receive funding and to have a voice within the Alberta Government on behalf of all equestrians in Alberta.
Photo credit: Rob Stratton
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Vision
The Voice of Equine Alberta. The premier source for education, information and support for Alberta's entire equine community.
Mission
To assist in creating a positive environment for the enjoyment of equines through leadership and a proactive approach we promote, facilitate, and coordinate equestrian related activities in Alberta. ________________________________________ |
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** REMINDER **
All Memberships expired on December 31, 2010
If you havent already renewed please click here and choose which interactive form you need or you can go to the Website and renew Individual/Family Memberships online as well.
Membership Benefits:
$5,000,000.00 Personal Liability Insurance; $30,000 Accident, Death & Dismemberment (A.D. & D.) Insurance providing 24 hour, worldwide coverage for permanent injuries. MUST BE UNDER THE AGE OF 90 YEARS. Liability insurance for transporting non-owned horses, maximum of $10,000 per horse, $50,000 per accident. Quarterly Alberta Bits magazine; access to Scholarships and Grants for athlete development & education. Memberships are non-refundable and expire the 31st of every year.
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We are looking for the Spring 2011 Alberta Bits Cover Image!
Do you have a great cover shot for the Spring Issue of Alberta Bits? We're looking for iconic shots that tells us that this is Alberta, that we have fun and we have equestrian activities beyond counting.
"Springtime in Alberta with your horse, donkey, mule, pony ...." High resolution image, must be vertically oriented (portrait).
Deadline: January 26, 2011
If you have any questions please contact Monika Smith, Managing Editor
Send files to: albertabits@albertaequestrian.com
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New for 2011! Wild Rose Year End Awards
As part of the continued development of the Wild Rose competition program, the AEF is pleased to announce the introduction of Year-End awards!
Awards will be given in each of the 8 recognised provincial zones (as created by Alberta Sport and Recreation) as well as on a provincial level.
To participate competitors should submit the registration form to the AEF office along with the registration fee of $15.75 (15.00 +GST). Please note, points will not begin to be tabulated until the registration form is received by the AEF office.
Competitors may collect points at both sanctioned Wild Rose shows and non-Wild Rose shows; however results earned at Wild Rose shows will be multiplied by 2. Competitors will be responsible for submitting results to the AEF office from non-Wild Rose sanctioned events using the results reporting form.
If you are interested in holding a Wild Rose sanctioned show, to afford your competitors the best opportunity at qualifying for awards, and to participate in the Volunteer Recognition and the Capri "Win your Entry" programs, please contact Allison Blackmore at the AEF office.
Complete program details will be available on the AEF website.
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Join us in the Red Deer Lodge - Waskasoo C Room
4311 - 49th Avenue Red Deer, Alberta
There is only room for 200 people for the conference; the first 200 registrations will be accepted....
Hotel information
To make hotel hotel reservations, please call the reservations department at [403]346-8841 or toll free 1-800-661-1657. To receive the special rate, reservations must be made prior to February 16, 2011. Make sure you quote Alberta Equestrian Federation's Group Code: ABEF in order to receive the special rates. Reservations received after this date are subject to availability and contracted group rates are not guaranteed.
Join us for an exciting day full of educational and informative seminars,
plus a Silent Auction!! All auction proceeds support our Youth Program "Live Outside the Box" This auction will have loads of great items to bid on!
The AEF Board Nomination Forms are also available now. If you would like to become a part of the Volunteer Board and help the AEF accomplish our Vision and Mission; please download a nomination form and get it back to us as soon as possible.
Grand Door Prize!
A room for 2 at the Red Deer Lodge with Breakfast for 2 and 2 tickets to the Mane Event, April 29 - May 1, 2011
(Winners must be present to claim the prize)
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AEF MEMBERS SAVE!!!
MEMBER'S PRIORITY PROGRAM
Did you know that just by being an AEF Member you are entitled to discounts offered from our Business Members Priority Program?
Check out our Priority Members and what you can save by simply shopping with them! Visit our Members Priority Program page to contact these businesses directly and start shopping with them today
Equine in Motion - Equine Massage Therapy Services. Some issues that you may recognize are short-striding, stiffness in movement, bucking or crow hopping, not picking up a particular lead, and head tossing. Discounts on massage packages for current AEF Members.
Hoof & Paw Bodyworkers Ltd. - Equine and Canine massage, also providing continuing education services to Industry Professionals. Offering 5% discount for current AEF Members.
Horse Canada - The Health and care magazine for Canadian horse lovers. Horse Canada offers a 25% discount on publications to AEF Members. Horse Sport - The Canadian magazine for Equestrian Sport offers AEF Members a 25% discount on publications.
Martin Deerline - Offers up to 23% off new John Deere Equipment at Martin Equipment and Deerline sales to all AEF Members. Kubota - Offers a 18% discount to AEF Members on MSRP Kubota Power Units and a 10% discount on MSRP Kubota Attachments.
Syner G Apparel & Solutions - Team apparel, promotional products and embroidery for all your corporate, association or team needs. 15% Discount
given to all AEF Members, call Russ at 403-978-2589.
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 Happy Trails!
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