The deadline to pre-register for the 43rd Annual Convention has passed, but don't fret! You can still register on-site in Reno! Just come to the AFA registration office in the lower level of the Silver Legacy Resort Casino in the Bronze Salon.

Friday Night Auction and Awards Ceremony

Just a reminder that the Friday night banquet/awards presentation is totally different this year! We have combined the auction, awards presentation and reception into one great evening, and you are invited to attend for FREE! That's right, this event is free to all registered attendees. We hope to see you there!

The 43rd Annual Convention Program is now available to view!
Select the cover photo below to view the program now! Many new and exciting changes have been made to the program to make it even more user friendly!

Local Reno Liaison Ready to Help!

Want someone to answer your questions about the area? Where's the best skiing? Best restaurants?

Just ask Joe Drakulich!

Joe comes from a long time Reno family and knows darn near everything about the area and what's going on there.

He'll be glad to answer your questions if you want to give him a ring at (775) 229-8943 or (775) 240-8643.

Awesome Auction!

The live and silent auction to be held Friday evening at the convention is sure to be top notch, and you don't want to miss it! It starts at 6:30pm and will be in Expo B & C of the Silver Legacy.

Did you want to donate something? No problem! It's not too late! Bring your donation to Expo B & C in the Silver Legacy Wednesday through Friday between 12pm and 6pm and our auction coordinator Ada Gates-Patton will be happy to assist you! Otherwise, you can always bring your donated item to the AFA registration office and the office staff will be happy to assist you. They will be in the Bronze Salon of the Silver Legacy.

Networking and Hands-On Stations at Convention to be run by stars of the farrier world!

The all star line-up includes:

Grant Moon, CJF, AWCF

Mark Milster, CJF

Jack Schwarz, CF

Billy Crothers, AWCF

Chris Gregory, CJF, AWCF

Mitch Taylor, CJF

Larkin Greene

Danvers Child, CJF

Jim Keith, CJF

Tim Shannon, CJF

The Japanese Farriers Association

Speaker Highlight

Michael Savoldi will be trimming a limb in his first lecture on Wednesday, February 26th from 10:20am to 11:10am, and then he will be dissecting that leg during the hands-on session the following day. This is something you do not want to miss!

The AFA on Twitter

Do you have Twitter? Now you can follow the American Farriers Association @Amfarriers.

AFA Launches Answer Blog

Do you have a question about how the AFA works? Do you have a question concerning one of our programs? We are sure that you do. The Executive Committee has started a Blog in order to answer these questions. The Blog has launched and can be read at http://asktheafa.blogspot.com/.

Questions for the blog can be sent to: asktheafa@gmail.com.

AFA Sponsors World Championship Blacksmiths

We are proud to announce we will be sponsoring the WCB this year at the Anvil Stand sponsorship level. The sponsorship includes:

AFA logo on an anvil stand at each 2014 event
Recognition on signage at event host hotels
Recognition in event programs
A minimum of 5 PA announcements during events
Website link from WCB website
AFA logo on print matter
Facebook recognition

The WCB remarked that "It is going to be a very exciting year for us and we are so happy that you will be with us as we continue to grow and expose our awesome trade to many different horse owners and farriers alike."

Professional Farrier

There are several ways to view your PF. It will arrive in your inbox from Equine Veterinarian with links to both Magazines. You will also find links on the AFA web site and Facebook page. If you have been viewing the new digital PF on line and find it grainy and hard to read, just scroll over the page and click your mouse to expand and enlarge to full page view and it will be crisp and easy to read. We get both the Professional Farrier and Equine Veterinarian.

Did you know you can advertise in the Professional Farrier e-zine and get your business seen by over 10,000 vets, farriers and horse owners?! Contact Dick Booth at Boca Publishing today to hear the great advertising rates available!

bocapublishing@bellsouth.net

Click the link below to view the December 2013 Issue

December 2013 Professional Farrier E-zine

October 2013 Professional Farrier E-zine

August 2013 Professional Farrier E-zine

June 2013 Professional Farrier E-zine

April 2013 Professional Farrier E-zine

February 2013 Professional Farrier E-zine

December 2012 Professional Farrier E-zine

December 2012 Equine Veterinarian E-zine

June 2012 Professional Farrier E-zine

June 2012 Equine Veterinarian E-zine

October 2012 Professional Farrier E-zine

August 2012 Professional Farrier E-zine

Events Calendar

Please send your events and functions to the AFA office for inclusion in the Website Events Calendar and our Facebook page.

Certification Calendar

For the most current certification calendar, please select the link below.

AFA Certification Calendar

Private Events Liability Disclaimer:

The American Farriers Association, its officers, Board of Directors and employees will not be held liable for injury, loss or damage to personal property associated with non AFA events.

Roving Reporters:

We are looking for roving reporters from around the world. If you or someone you know travels around the globe and has a farrier related story we would like to know about it. Please contact John Blombach phantomfarrier@comcast.net or the AFA office.

Chapter Spotlight

If you would like the Spotlight on your chapter, send a short story of a recent event your chapter held and we will give your chapter the Chapter Spotlight.

Complimentary Classifieds

If you have items that are farrier related we will provide limited space for a complimentary ad for our members. Please send your ad to the AFA office. Limit: two lines - no photos.

Apprentice Connection

If you are looking to work for another farrier or if you are looking to hire a helper, apprentice, Journeyman, etc, please send us a description of your needs or qualifications and we will publish your contact information. Arrangements are made privately between the individuals and the Association cannot be responsible for the outcome.

See you in Reno February 25 through February 28, 2014!

Mission of the AFA

"To further the professional development of farriers, to provide leadership and resources for the benefit of the farrier industry, and to improve the welfare of the horse through continuing farrier education."