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AEF now has Twitter!
You can also find us on Facebook!
Click these links:
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FREE Program for kids aged 7-15
Dust off those boots, get outside and have some fun with a horse. You could win some great prizes for doing just that.
Program runs April 1st-September 30th.
For more information and to register please visit our website.
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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 the new 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 who 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 ext 3.
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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 Nicole 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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Western Competition Coach
Specialist Clinic - Reining
April 19, 2012 Olds College - Olds, AB Cost: $75.00 + GST Start Time: 9:00am |
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Standard First Aid with
Level C CPR Course
April 21-22, 20102 Whitemud Equine Learning Centre, Edmonton Cost: $132.00 (GST included) |
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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 Bits would 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
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
AEF Wildrose Ride: Sept 22, 2012
AEF Annual Conference: Nov 16-18,2012
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EQUINE BIO-SECURITY
E-SESSION
SIGN UP FOR Equine Guelph's BIOSECURITY
E-SESSION (April 16 - 29, 2012)
"Beat the Bugs" with Biosecurity
Learn to improve the health and safety of your horses.
Protect Your Horse from Infectious Diseases
* Identify risks in your barn
* Apply practical ways to reduce your risks
* Reduce the chances of sickness in your horse
Don't miss out! Register now for our online
two-week E-Session ($75 + HST)
Visit www.equineguelph.ca/biosecurity_esessions.php
for course details.
For more information about our Biosecurity Program, visit www.equineguelph.ca/biosecurity.php or contact Susan Raymond at Equine Guelph, slraymon@uoguelph.ca.
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| INVITATION TO EQUINE ARTISTS
Submission Deadline: Friday, May 11, 2012
The Alberta Chapter of the Canadian Warmblood Horse Breeders Association presents the Fall Classic Breeders' Sale on an annual basis during the month of October at the Olds Agricultural Grounds in Olds, Alberta. This is an elegant 3-day event, held in the European tradition, presenting and offering some of the finest Warmblood Horses for sale by auction. These horses are typically used in the Olympic disciplines of dressage, jumping, and combined training. The weekend includes demonstrations and try-outs of the horses, a Saturday evening Gala Showcase and finally, on the Sunday afternoon, the auction of the horses.
For more information and how to make a submission of artwork please contact:
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To have your Alberta Show added to the AEF Show Calendar please send request to
To have your Alberta Event added to the AEF Events Calendar please send your request to Nicole McLaughlin. |
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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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"There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man." ~Winston Churchill
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AEF Educational Scholarship Deadline is coming up soon - April 27, 2012! Don't miss your chance for an AEF Scholarship. Are you interested in pursuing an equine or 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, 2012, applicants will be notified by August 1st. 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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The Countdown Is On!
The Mane Event is only a few weeks away at Westerner Park in Red Deer on April 27 - 29, 2012. Come and visit the over 240 vendors who will be offering everything from custom made hats, to helmets, boots, saddles, tack, supplements, barns & buildings, trailers ..... and much, much more. Also, visit with over 17 breed organizations and breeders and equine organizations.
Visit: www.maneeventexpo.com for a list of clinicians and schedule.
Come on down and visit the AEF in Booth #8! |
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GROW YOUR EQUINE BUSINESS SEMINAR
APRIL 26, 2012 - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM.
Douglasdale Golf Course Banquet Room
#7 Douglas Woods Drive SE
CALGARY, ALBERTA
SPONSORED IN PART BY
ALBERTA EQUESTRIAN FEDERATION,
EQUINE EDUCATION CENTER, EQUI-HEALTH CANADA
A jam-packed day of marketing tips and information, provided by top industry experts!
If you are providing equine services or products,
THIS IS FOR YOU!
- Farriers
- Equine Health providers
- Boarding facilities
- Trainers
- Equine Assisted Learning Facilitators
- Outfitters
- Hay, Carriage, Sleigh rides
- Tack and Equine Supply outlets
- Coaches and instructors
- Anyone providing equine services or products
$175.00 per person - includes a continental breakfast, incredible speakers, a delicious lunch prepared by Executive Chef Bill Beaton and the opportunity to network with other equine professionals and enthusiasts. Make 2012 the year that YOUR Equine Business surpasses all your expectations!
YOU'RE ONLY 8 HOURS AWAY FROM SUCCESS!
CLICK TO REGISTER - Equine Business Seminar |
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DANGER DETECTIVE - Is Now Online For Kids!
Horses are the #1 cause of animal-related injuries!! So, let's learn how to stay safe and have fun on a horse farm. When armed with safety knowledge, injuries can be prevented!
www.EquiMania.ca
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West Bragg Creek Trails Update
The All-Season Trails will be soft and muddy over the next month as they thaw out and become susceptible to rainfall. These new New multi-use summer trails were built in the west Bragg Creek area of Kananaskis Country in 2011. The new trails are susceptible to premature wear and erosion and need time to compact and harden.
All users' cooperation is needed to ensure the development of a sustainable trail system.
All Users: Please do not use new trails when they are soft and wet.
Equestrian Users: Severe damage from horses has already impacted some of the trails. New trails are not yet firm enough for equestrian use. Excessive damage can occur even in dry weather. Trails may be open to equestrian use by mid-summer 2012. Please use existing ski trails until further notice.
These trails are being built through private and public donations, and the contributions of thousands of hours of volunteer services.
Also note that due to environmental sensitivity, Snowshoe Hare Loop is closed annually from April 1 to Nov 30.
For more info please contact:
Eric Lloyd, Special Projects Coordinator, Greater Bragg Creek Trails Association, Chair, West Bragg Creek All Season Trails Plan Implementation
Phone: (403) 949-2696
Box 442 Bragg Creek, AB T0L 0K0
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Help us Grow our "Herd" of Programs
Please consider a donation to the Alberta Equestrian Federation. All amounts big or small qualify for the AEF's application to the Alberta Community Spirit Donation Grant to match your donation amount.
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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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 AEF MEMBERSHIP ONLINE
It's easy, convenient and FAST! You can renew your AEF membership and print each family member's card immediately. Click here to login and sign up now. Remember - your 2011 membership expired on December 31, 2011.
AEF members save! Click on this 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 Marketing.
We have 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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NCCP Equestrian Specific Theory Course
NCCP Equestrian Theory Course June 2 & 3, 2012
Whitemud Equine Learning Centre, Edmonton Alberta
NOTE: This course is very strongly recommended prior to Coach Evaluation, and prior to Instructor Evaluation.
Includes the following modules:
- Equestrian Teaching and Learning
- Planning an Equestrian Lesson
- Analyzing Beginner Equestrian Performance
Click Here for the Registration Form
*All Registration Forms must be received by May 25, 2012 Maximum 20 people*
NCCP Equestrian Theory Course September 29 & 30, 2012
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 either of these courses please contact Erin Lundteigen, Coaching Administrator in the AEF Office, 403-253-4411 ext 3 or 1-877-463-6233 for more information.
We look forward to your participation! |
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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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