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Shelby Richardson playing for Polocrosse Calgary on her mare Desi
The AEF is always looking for photos of its members and their equine partners. Send us your photo and it might be featured in an upcoming publication! |
NCCP Equestrian Theory Course
September 29/30, 2012
AEF Office, Calgary 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
- Making Ethical Decisions
For Registration please contact Erin Lundteigen, Coaching Administrator.
*All Registration Forms must be received by September 21, 2012 / Maximum 15 Spots* |
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2012 AEF & EC General Performance Judges Clinic with Lorraine Gilchrist.
What: AEF is pleased to host an EC General Performance Judging Clinic with Lorraine Gilchrist
When: Saturday October 13th and Sunday October 14th , 2012 (8h30am to 4h30pm)
Where: Olds College, AB
Who: All individuals interested in General Performance Judging
Why: To apply for certified GP judge status, to update judges status, to add coaching hours for coaches and to learn about GP.
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AEF One-Day Dressage Judges Clinic
When: Saturday October 27th 2012
Where: AEF Boardroom (pending)
What: AEF Provincial Dressage Judges Clinic
Who: Applicants from the April Clinic (priority) and anyone interested in learning more about Dressage
Why: To certify the applicants who attended the April clinic (primarily) and to offer an educational clinic for anyone interested in Dressage.
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Unique Lifestyle Opportunity
Resident Manager Couple required for rural Calgary equestrian operation (Priddis area). This is the ideal situation for a couple that enjoys rural living and has experience with equestrian facilities. Most suitable for semi-retired mature couple. Duties will include facility maintenance, animal care, household maintenance and child care. Living accommodations are included in compensation package. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your cover letter, resume and references to info@family-futures.com or fax (403) 265-7879. |
Dust off those boots, get outside and have some fun with a horse. You could win some great prizes for doing just that.
We want you to spend less time in front of the TV and computer and spend more time outside being active.
Less Screen Time and More Horse Time = Great Prizes!! It's that easy!
This is a FREE program available to AEF members between the ages 7-15.
For more info or to register visit our website here |
NCCP Competition Coach Workshop
November 24/25, 2012
Lethbridge College, Alberta
NOTE: This course is very strongly recommended prior to Coach Evaluation, and prior to Instructor Evaluation.
Includes the following modules:
- Desgiging an Equestrian Sport Program
- Managing an Equestrian Sport Program
- Training Mental Skills for Equestrian Sport
For Registration please contact Erin Lundteigen, Coaching Administrator.
*All Registration Forms must be received by November 12, 2012 / Maximum 20 Spots* |
Muck Boots available through the AEF online store!!
Click here to start shopping:
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To have your Alberta Show added to the AEF Show Calendar please send your request to
To have your Alberta Event added to the AEF Events Calendar please send your request to Nicole Worthylake. |
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Alberta Equestrian Federation
Suite 100, 251 Midpark Blvd SE
Calgary, AB T2X 1S3
403-253-4411
1-877-463-6233
Fax: 403-252-5260
www.albertaequestrian.com
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A horse gallops with his lungs,
Perseveres with his heart,
And wins with his character.
- Tesio
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Equine Guelph Colic Survey
Please take some time to complete this survey for Equine Guelph.
They are developing a new Colic Prevention Program!
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HAVE YOU SIGNED UP YET?
Only 1 month left to register!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!!!
*Note: All riders must be current AEF members |
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Ride and Drive 1000 Hour Level Achievers!
The AEF would like to congratulate Cayley Sparks & Valerie Patterson for reaching the 1000 hour level in the Ride and Drive program!
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My name is Cayley Sparks. I am 13 years old and my favorite thing to do is to spend time with my horse, Sir Lancelot. Lance is a black Friesian X; he is 15.2 and 14 years old. I love to jump him and go for trail rides. I have owned him for 2 years. I live in Whitehorse in the Yukon Territory and love riding outside during our long summer days. We are lucky to have an indoor arena for riding during the winter. It was pretty easy to reach 1000 Ride and Drive hours in two years because I can ride all year long.
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My name is Valerie Patterson and I am 59 years young because of my horses. I live southeast of Medicine Hat, AB. I have great neighbours who let me ride on their land. I have been riding since I could walk. The horse I ride the most now is a PMU Shire Thoroughbred cross gelding named Hitch. He is twelve years old. I have been competitive trail riding lately so have had to really increase my riding to get us in shape. I also show western pleasure while wearing my helmet. I hope to continue riding for fun and competition. It took me ten great summers of riding to reach my 1000 hours.
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You can join too! This program is open to all ages, visit our website for more info and to register today!
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September 21 - 23, 2012
Courtesy of Jump Alberta:
Jump Alberta and the Alberta Equestrian Federation wish to genuinely thank everyone who submitted a declaration of intent for the Canadian Inter-provincial Equestrian Championships taking place in Bromont, Quebec this September. The selection committee had difficult decisions to make which is a reflection of the level of talent available in our province.
The Team Selected includes:
Alanna Marsden (Junior) Meagan Beunder (Junior) Kristy Mytrash (Senior)
Augusta Marit (Senior)
Team Alternate: Madeline Entz (Junior)
Trish Mrakawa (chef d'equipe) Rachel Coldham (discipline coach) Kerry Marit (team coach) Best of luck to these competitors!
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Keynote Speakers & Topics:
Chris Irwin - "Think Horse, Speak Horse & Be the Better Horse" &
"Horse Sense for Human Potential"
Russ Dantu - "If customer service is common sense, why isn't it
common practice!"
Mike King, CAIB - "Risk Management and Insurance Solutions for the
Equine Community"
Breakout Session Speakers Include:
Dave Watt - "Back Country First Aid"
Nettie Barr - "Equine Safe Handling Procedures"
Alberta Sport & Rec - "Long Term Athlete Development"
Tara Gamble (AEF President) - "AEF Bits of News"
This action packed, informative weekend will also include:
- Awards Banquet & Social
- Equine Industry Exhibitor Booths
-Special Hotel Room Rates
- All sessions, session materials, breakfast, lunch and coffee breaks
- Silent Auction
- Special AEF member rates
- And much more!
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2013 Horse Savvy Day Planners Available in September! 
AEF is partnering with Horse Savvy to bring you the very popular day planners once again!
Keep an eye on the AEF online store for ordering details OR you can place your order with your membership renewal. |
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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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 the 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.
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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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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