To have your Alberta Show added to the AEF Show Calendar please send request toAllison Blackmore
To have your Alberta Event added to the AEF Events Calendar please send request to Wendy Kemble |
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AEF EQUINE CONFERENCE UPDATE
Thank you to everyone who completed the Conference Survey. We had such an overwhelming response; I am confident that we will be hosting an Equine Conference that you will enjoy and gain great information to help further your interests and involvement in the Equine Industry.
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DRESSAGE JUDGE CLINIC
The AEF is working on presenting a one-day Dressage judge clinic for new provincial dressage judges to be held in the Calgary area, on April 14, 2012.
Please contact the AEF for further details if you are interested in attending this clinic. |
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DANGER DETECTIVE
Danger Detective booklets are available free of charge to members, clubs, barns and schools.
If you would like to receive your free copy please email Norma. Shipping charges will apply. |
Sponsorship Opportunities
with the AEF
The AEF has been expanding its programming in 2012, with many new initiatives, in response to our memberships' expectations. The AEF strives to support the equine industry by ensuring that high quality programs in education, recreation and sport related areas are available to all throughout the Province and delivered by experts in their field.
We are actively seeking sponsors for these important programs. We are encouraging organizations to invest in the future of the horse industry through the AEF. It is our mandate to represent all breeds and activities; to the benefit of all Alberta equine enthusiasts, as well as our members.
As a sponsor, your support will be acknowledged through our website, e-news updates and through our member magazine, Alberta Bits. We are eager to work with your Organization to better serve the equine community.
Please review each package to discover which will best meet your needs. If you have questions please contact the Office 1-877-463-6233 or email |
Ride & Drive Hour Rewards Extended!!
We have now extended our Ride and Drive Program to reach 2000 hours. New Hour levels and prizes have been added for those that reach 1300, 1600, and 2000 hours!
Participants whom have already achieved the 1000 hour level are welcome to continue their venture with the Ride and Drive program from the 1000 mark to reach these levels.
New members joining the Ride and Drive Program, are encouraged to begin and continue their venture with new great prizes being added to the program and a higher landmark to reach, extending the program's fun and enjoyment!
For those whom need additional log book pages to record hours and new hour submission forms, they can be accessed on our website at the following link: https://www.albertaequestrian.com/Recreation-Ride-Drive
For any questions regarding the program, please contact the Coaching Administrator at coaching@albertaequestrian.com or 403-253-4411 ext3.
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ATTENTION:
AEF Business Members
Provincial Associations
Affiliate Organizations
The AEF is always exploring ways to bring educational clinics to local riders throughout Alberta.
The AEF welcomes the opportunity to partner on an existing clinic or to support a new clinic. The AEF can help with developing ideas, registering participants, providing educational handouts, promoting the event and so on. As members, your event will be publicized to thousands of AEF members.
Please contact Wendy in the AEF Office if you are interested in a mutually beneficial partnership in support of education.
Help the AEF enhance the well-being of Alberta equines and their riders.
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Equine Canada Awards Alberta Coaches
About the Awards
The Equine Canada/NCCP National Coaching Awards recognize Coaches and Instructors
from all disciplines and contexts who exemplify the coaching and teaching practices of the
National Coaching Certification Program. Nominees may come from all corners of the
country, and are recognized for their contribution to the sport as a teacher and coach, whether their students are active in competitive sport, or are recreational sport participants.
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The Alberta Equestrian Federation is pleased to announce that three of our very own coaches were recipients of coaching awards this past year. Personal congratulations goes out to Carola Friesen, of Lethbridge, the recipient of the EC/NCCP Coaching award in the category "Level 1 Western Coach, Western Region" as well as a congratulations to Archie Hurst, of Sherwood Park, the recipient of the EC/NCCP Coaching award in the category of "Saddle Seat Coach and Instructor".
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Archie Hurst |
Congratulations also to Trish Mrakawa, Coach 3 - Jump and provincial Master Evaluator, of DeWinton, the recipient of the "Coaching Excellence Award" for outstanding contribution to the development of the coaching programs, in the category "Jump High Performance". It is with great pleasure that we are able to have these coaches within our province. We are honored and very thankful of their contributions to the equestrian community.
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Trish Mwrakawa |
Keep up the great work! |
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U of C Veterinary Camps
Grades 7-9
Ever thought of becoming a veterinarian? Do you have a love for animals big and small? Come to the University of Calgary's Veterinary Medicine Camp! This week long camp will introduce you to the many things vets do including hands on work with dogs, horses and cows.
The students learn to do a physical exam on a horse, examination of the horse head, teeth and skeleton and review horse anatomy. The "instructors" are current DVM students and animal health technicians.
You will have the opportunity to take a heart rate, learn how a cow's stomach works, scrub, gown and glove for a mock surgery, work through a case to a diagnosis, learn how to milk a cow and much more. You will be ending off the week with a trip to visit the animals and vets at the Calgary Zoo. Please be aware there will be no Zoo trip on the week commencing July 3rd.
Register today: spaces fill up fast!
Students will also be given a scrub top to wear and take home. These camps are offered by the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine's Spy Hill Campus, on 85th St NW. Driving instructions will be provided upon registration.
Find out more about the Faculty.
July 3-6 cost $275 (4 day camp)
July 16-20 cost $345
July 23- 27 cost $345
July 30 - Aug 3 cost $345
To register and for more information.
Alberta Bitswould love to hear about any member's adventure in the Veterinary Camp! We're looking for an attendee to report on the camp and send us a photo or two of themselves in 'action.' For details, contact Monika Smith, managing editor, Alberta Bits. albertabits@albertaequestrian.com |
Equine Biosecurity
Workshops
Protect your horses by developing and implementing a disease control and prevention program. Attend a free AEF Equine Biosecurity Workshop to learn the importance of risk assessments, complete a risk assessment form and discuss risk management strategies with a veterinarian.
Workshop participants will be entered to win a Mobile Biosecurity Kit, stocked with supplies to help you manage disease risk. Click here for more information and to view the workshop schedule and register.Funding for this project was made available through Growing Forward, a federal-provincial-territorial initiative. Together, the governments of Canada and Alberta are investing $273 million over five years (2009-2013) for flexible and innovative programs for Alberta's agriculture industry.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
AEF Annual AGM: March 17, 2012
AEF Wildrose Ride: Sept 22, 2012
AEF Annual Conference: Nov 16-18,2012
Happy Trails! |
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Alberta Equestrian Federation
Suite 100, 251 Midpark Blvd SE
Calgary, AB T2X 1S3
403-253-4411
1-866-463-6233
Fax: 403-252-5260
www.albertaequestrian.com
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"The Journey is the Reward" Credit: Unknown |
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AEF Annual General Meeting
We would love to meet you and appreciate your attendance to this very important event. Come support and meet the new Board of Directors.
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Help us Grow our "Herd" of Programs
Please consider a donation to the Alberta Equestrian Federation in any amount. Each year, the AEF can apply for the Alberta Community Spirit Donation Grant to match your donation.
The donation grant provides an opportunity for eligible non-profit organizations to receive a provincial grant. The grant is based on total annual cash donations from individual Albertans that have been received by an eligible organization over a 12-month fiscal period. The grant can be used to support an organization's operations, programs and/or capital projects. The maximum grant available is $25,000 up to a maximum of $50,000 over three years. A minimum total of $1,000 in eligible cash donations needs to be received prior to applying for a grant.
This grant goes toward supporting our programs and educational scholarships given out each year to AEF members.
The AEF will apply for a matching government grant, which effectively doubles any contribution from an individual. Help us reach our goal of raising $10,000 in cash donations this year.
Help us grow our "herd" of great programs. Together we can make a difference in Alberta for our equine community.
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Endurance Canada and Equine Canada wish to acknowledge the Annual Hall of Fame and Ron Janzen Memorial Award winners for 2011
Congratulations to our Alberta Winners!
Joan Harris has been named as a recipient of the Endurance Canada Hall Of Fame Award and Roxy Bell has been named as the recipient of the Ron Janzen Memorial Award for 2011! For the complete article please click here. |
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What's New and Exciting
EQUINE CANADA SPORT LICENSE HOLDERS
All Alberta residents who require an Equine Canada Sport License to participate at Equine Canada sanctioned competitions must have a current AEF membership.
As per Equine Canada 2012 General Regulations: "ARTICLE A203 GENERAL RULES-INDIVIDUAL SPORT LICENSES - 1. All individual Sport License holders residing in a Participating Province must purchase a membership from that PSO [AEF]."
If you have purchased your 2012 Equine Canada Sport License and have not yet renewed your AEF Membership for 2012, please make arrangements to renew your AEF membership immediately.
RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP ONLINE It's easy, convenient and FAST! You can renew your membership and print each family member's card immediately. Click here to login and sign up now. Remember that your 2011 membership expired on December 31, 2011.
AVAILABLE FOR ONLINE USERS:
The AEF is pleased to announce that the Alberta Horse Trials Association (AHTA) and the Alberta Equestrian Vaulting Association (AEVA) have partnered with us in a new one-year membership processing pilot program for the 2012 membership year. Now Available! AHTA and AEVA memberships are available to purchase through the AEF online system. This program is designed to facilitate the process of purchasing multiple memberships, offering a one-stop membership option for members of these organizations.  
Individuals wishing to either purchase or renew a membership with either the Alberta Horse Trials Association or the Alberta Equestrian Vaulting Association will have the opportunity to do so through the AEF online membership system. Individuals who wish to use this system, must either have a current AEF membership or be purchasing one at the time of purchasing either additional association membership option.
Individuals with access to the AEF membership verification database will be able to verify not only an individual's AEF membership status, as before, but soon, also AEVA and AHTA memberships that are purchased through the AEF.
Alberta Bits Member Magazine
Watch for the Spring issue coming to your mailbox in March! Want to reach over 15,000 AEF members? Alberta Bits can meet all your advertising needs PLUS AEF members recieve reduced advertising rates.
If for any reason you have not received your copy please contact Wendy at the Office.
AEF members save! Click on the logo to take you to the listing of AEF business members that offer great discounts for AEF members. Help support our business members and save money at the same time!
New for Business Members - the AEF is now offering membership for your business to run year to year vs calendar year memberships! This is a very exciting addition to the membership benefits. For more information and to start receiving your member benefits, contact Wendy at
We have also made shopping with the AEF easier for you and are excited to launch our improved Online Store!! Watch for new products coming soon. |
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AEF Educational Scholarship Are you interested in pursuing an equine-related post secondary education? The AEF offers $750.00 Scholarships to active members who exemplify the objectives, vision and mission of the AEF. Application deadline is April 27 this year, applicants will be notified by August 1 of each year. With thanks to additional financial support from Capri Insurance, the AEF has been pleased to be able to offer an increased number of scholarships to AEF members annually. Please click here to access the 2012 AEF Scholarship Application. |
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Kidsport - so ALL kids can play! We believe that no kid should be left on the sidelines and all should be given the opportunity to experience the positive benefits of organized sports. KidSport™ provides support to children in order to remove financial barriers that prevent them from playing organized sport. For more information on how this program works click here.
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NCCP Equestrian Specific Theory Course
Alberta Equestrian Federation is pleased to be holding another NCCP Equestrian Specific Theory Course for 2012 in September. This course is highly recommended prior to Coach Evaluation and is a requirement prior to Instructor Evaluation. The course will include the following topics:
Teaching and Learning
Lesson Planning
Analyzing Performance
Making Ethical Decisions (MED)
Course date: September 29 & 30, 2012 at the AEF office located in Calgary.
If you are interested in registering for this course please contact Erin Lundteigen, Coaching Administrator, at coaching@albertaequestrian.com or 403-253-4411 ext 3 for more information.
We look forward to your participation! |
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Dry Conditions Cause Concerns for Alberta Livestock Producers - February 29 Perennial Insurance Deadline
Dry soil conditions and below-average snow packs
across much of the province could mean a late start to
spring grazing and an increased risk of winterkill on
hay and pasture stands for livestock producers,
cautions a provincial forage specialist.
For the full article please click here. |
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Jump Canada is excited to announce that we are currently working on a European Tour this spring/summer for Young Riders:
Young Rider: A person may compete as a Young Rider from the beginning of the calendar year in which he reaches the age of 16 until the end of the calendar year in which he reaches the age of 21.
Plans are underway, and we will be securing invitations for 2 CSIO YR competitions IF there is sufficient interest and we are able to field a team. We are looking at back to back shows in May:
1) Moorsele (BEL) May 10 -13
2) Lamprechthausen (AUT) May 24-28
Please be aware that this would be a self-fundedtour and that riders would be responsible for all costs incurred. Jump Canada will provide a Chef d'Equipe and a stable manager to accompany the team.
Requirements:
- All declared riders must be competing at 1.40m level or higher, and include a list of results on the declared horse(s) including faults from this height (or higher) beginning from January 2011
- Candidates only require one horse but may take a second if they wish
- Candidates must include a 250 word essay titled "Why I Would Be An Asset to a Canadian Young Riders Team Competing In Europe"
For any further information please contact Mark Laskin at mlaskin@shaw.ca or (604-351-9414)
As we must commit to the competitions in question, please confirm your interest by completing the attached declaration form and returning by fax (613-248-3484) with your essay or email (jmahoney@equinecanada.ca) before March 26th, 2012.
Declaration forms can be found on the Jump Canada website. |
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English Coaching Provincial Update
(Eligible for Updating Hours)
- Want to learn how to effectively use the Rider Development Program to your advantage?
- Want to be able to become a mentor to our future coaches?
- Want to learn the ropes of the coaching program (what's new and what's changed)? Come get an update!!
Learn how to effectively incorporate the English Rider Development Program and the Mentor program within your business!
The English Coaching Provincial Update is a highly recommended event for all coaches to attend this year! It will cover an overview of the Coaching Program (what's new and what's changed) as there have been significant improvements to the program within the last couple of years. It will also cover a number of other topics outlined below. This is a great opportunity for coaches from all over to be a part of utilizing some great programs from Equine Canada developed by some of the most recognized horse people from all over the country!
Register now! We look forward to your participation! ALL coaches are welcome.
Attendance for All Coaches is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED especially if you are not familiar with the change in coaching and rider levels, and wish to test rider levels and mentor coach candidates in the future, or have let your certification lapse for a period of time. How to effectively incorporate the rider and coaching programs into your business will also be covered.
March 24, 2012 (8:30am start - full day)
Lunch, Coffee and Tea will be provided
Location: Olds College
Cost: $75+gst for Current Coaches $85+gst for non-current coaches/late registrants
Agenda:
- Overview of the Coaching Program - What's New & What's changed
- Overview of Evaluation Process
- Introduction to the Rubrics
- Lunging at the IOB, Competition Coach and Competition Coach Specialist Levels
LUNCH BREAK
- Rider Program Overview and how to effectively use the Rider Program in your Business
- How to effectively Mentor; Mentor Training; Incorporating Mentoring in Your Business
- Evaluator Training Overview followed by Live Training (demo's)
NOTE: This is a provincial update. Coaches who plan on mentoring candidates, teaching and using the Rider Program, and who are not familiar with the changes to the Rider and Coach programs are HIGHLY recommended to attend this update.
Registration Form
Registration Deadline March 16, 2012/ Minimum 13 coaches needed for attendance purposes. |
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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.
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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