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January 4, 2013
Issue No. 1
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AEF Member Photo  AEF Member: Moriah Pilon
The AEF is always looking for photos of its members and their equine partners. Send us your photo and it might get featured in an upcoming publication! Send to: marketing@albertaequestrian.com |
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AEF ONLINE SHOPPING
Horse Savvy Day Planners
Horse Savvy now available - $30
FREE SHIPPING!
Muck Boots
 These and various styles/sizes available! Shipping is FREE! AEF Online Store Click Here
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AEF 35th Anniversary Raffle
The Alberta Equestrian Federation is celebrating 35 years of serving members and the Alberta equine community as the provincial body for equines and equine enthusiasts. We are excited about the 35th anniversary events planned such as our amazing raffle! Through good fortune, we have had two AEF member provincial associations step forward to donate not just a saddle each, but saddle packages! The Tack Trunk and ATRA (Alberta Trail Riding Association) have generously provided saddle packages which include the saddle, cinch, breast collar/breast plate, bridle and a few other goodies. For more information and to order tickets visit: |
Ride & Drive Program  The Ride and Drive Program is a great program to keep equestrians motivated and staying active! Simply register for the program and receive your very own Ride and Drive Log book, pen, welcome certificate and letter and start logging the hours you spend in the saddle and or driving your horse to win some great prizes! The hours you log never expire as long as you keep your Ride and Drive subscription active. There is no age restriction for this program - It is for the young and the young at heart!
NOTICE TO MEMBERS: When completing your 2013 renewal make sure to sign up for the R&D program right on your form or online. It's only $20 per year and you can receive prizes worth well above that! (don't worry if you forgot, you can sign up anytime just give us a call!)
You can now submit your hours online by completing and emailing your form on the Ride and Drive website.
For more details, to register and to find out what great prizes you can earn please visit our website at: https://www.albertaequestrian.com/Recreation-Ride-Drive
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AEF/BMO Affinity Mastercard  Does it really matter which credit card you use? Yes, it really does matter which credit card you use, and here's why. When you choose the Alberta Equestrian Federation MasterCard®* from BMO® Bank of Montreal, every purchase you make helps support the growth of equestrian sport, recreation and industry in Alberta, with no additional cost to you. Whether you're looking for great value in a card or are interested in higher levels of rewards, the BMO Alberta Equestrian Federation MasterCard offers you both. If you don't have a BMO Alberta Equestrian Federation MasterCard yet, we invite you to review the card features online at bmo.com/abef. If you already have one, Thank You for your support! Make the choice that matters. Please help support the Alberta Equestrian Federation by applying today and selecting the card that makes sense for you. |
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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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Happy New Year From AEF!
We wish all our members a safe and prosperous 2013.
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2013 AEF Memberships Are Due!
To renew your membership you can log into our website and complete it online. Or complete this form and return with payment to our office. Or simply give us a call, 1-877-463-6233.
Please Note:
- If you require an Equine Canada Sport Licence in 2013, please note you must first purchase or renew your 2013 AEF Membership.
- If you purchase your AEF Membership by cheque - a two week waiting period is required before you will be able to purchase your Equine Canada Sport Licence.
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Renewing your membership online will enable you to renew your EC Sport Licence immediately
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During renewal season (January & February) please allow 2-4 weeks for membership processing.
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If you require your renewal immediately please log in and renew your membership through the database.
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AEF Celebrates Their 35th Anniversary
2013 marks the 35th year that AEF has been in operation
The AEF would like to thank all of its members, clubs, businesses, sponsors and everyone else that has continually supported the Alberta Equestrian Federation over the past 35 years.  The AEF continues to grow and prosper in this beautiful province and we look forward to many more years of being the premier source for education, information and support for the entire equine community. Keep you eyes out for more information on exciting AEF events, programs and initiatives scheduled for 2013 including: - AEF Wild Rose Ride - AEF 35th Anniversary Raffle (Win a saddle package!) - History and Trivia Game from the past 35 years of AEF (via Alberta Bits) - AEF Hosting the Canadian Interprovincial Equestrian Championships (CIEC) AND MUCH MUCH MORE! |
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Sponsorship & Marketing Opportunities
AEF has a number of sponsorship opportunities to help support our programs and events, and get your company/organization exposed to our 15,000+ members across Alberta.
 The Alberta Equestrian Federation is excited to be working on many new initiatives this year which will improve our programming and raise awareness of the horse industry. As a non-profit organization, fundraising is critical to financing our programming. The AEF offers many Sponsorship opportunities to Businesses, Associations and other groups looking to provide support to equine related programs.
We are actively seeking sponsors for our programing. We hope that organizations will invest in the future of the horse industry through the AEF. It is our mandate to represent all breeds and activities that not only our members, but all equine enthusiasts benefit from.
As a sponsor we will acknowledge your support through our website, enews and magazine, Alberta Bits and it is a great way to access our 15,000+ members across Alberta. We are eager to work with your Organization to help serve the equine community better.
Below is the current package available for 2013. Please review the package to discover which will best meet your needs. If you have questions please contact the Office 1-877-463-6233 or email Click Here for 2013 Sponsorship Opportunities
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Visit the AEF Booth at HBOC
 The AEF will be attending the Horse Breeders and Owners Conference at the Sheraton Hotel in Red Deer January 11-13th, 2013.We hope to see you all there! |
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Good Luck To Robyn Walker!
13 year old AEF member
Robyn Walker from Calgary will be representing Canada at the
FEI Childrens International Classics Final
in Valle de Bravo, Mexico January 27th - February 3, 2013.
We wish you all the best Robyn!!
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AEF Member Savings
 AEF Members save with Strathcona Animal Bedding Their products and services include:
- Kentucky Komfort Platinum Shavings
- Whoa Dust- Arena dust control
- Equimat Stall Mats
- Nag Bag Feed Bags
- VON HAUFF Consulting Services
Visit: http://www.strathconaanimalbedding.ca/
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AEF Wild Rose Circuit Competitions
Alberta Equestrian Federations Grassroots Competition Program
 The AEF is working on further developing our current provincial grassroots competition program (Wild Rose Circuit). We would like to help grow the circuit by offering more shows, of all disciplines, everywhere in Alberta. If you are interest in sanctioning a show with the AEF, please contact our competitions coordinator at competitions@albertaequestrian.com or 403-253-4411 ext. 2.
Benefits of sanctioning a show with the AEF:
- Promotion/Recognition of your stable/organization on the AEF website calendar, enews and AB Bits magazine
- Availability of carded/trained officials
- Incentive programs: volunteer recognition and "win your entry" draw
- Affordable sanctioning fees: $30/day without prize money and $40/day with prize money
- AEF membership required ONLY (not EC)
Please visit our website at http://www.albertaequestrian.com/Competitions-Wild-Rose-Competition for more information. |
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AEF Trail Supporter
"Equestrian Stewardship in Action"
Equestrian trail riding, both local and in the back country, is a wonderful way to spend your days and is becoming increasingly popular. This increased demand has created an additional need for new resources. The Alberta Government has reduced its financial commitment for maintaining and developing recreational staging sites and trails. If the Equestrian community hopes to continue to have access to existing equestrian trails or to expect further development on new trails, the resources to realize these expectations will have to be funded by recreational riders.
The Alberta Equestrian Trail Supporter Program provides recreational riders the opportunity to support a funding initiative which addresses local, regional and provincial needs. By joining the Trail Supporter Program, you can help. The annual trail supporter fee is $35.00. These funds are used for trail development to provide facilities such as high lines, toilets, fire rings, signage, wells for stock watering, trail bridges, etc.
http://www.albertaequestrian.com/Recreation-Trail-Supporter
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AEF Calendar of Events
Did you know that the AEF has a calendar of events, where all members (clubs, businesses or individuals) are welcome to post their events?
To view our calendar visit: http://www.albertaequestrian.com/AEFCalendar
Or to get your event(s) post please email them to Nicole at the AEF office: marketing@albertaequestrian.com
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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 13,000 individual members as well as over 200 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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