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AFA E-blast
Issue 73
American Farrier's Association
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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."
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From the Kansas Farriers Association Facebook page |
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From Mark Schneider's Facebook page |
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From Robbie Miller's Facebook page - South Africa |
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The AFA Facebook Creeper
The photos in this issue of the AFA e-blast were all garnered through likes and posts on the AFA Facebook page, with the exception of David McVay's photo.
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From Josh Stanley's Facebook Page |
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From Josh Stanley's Facebook Page |
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From the Western States Farriers Association Facebook Page |
David McVay
(May 22, 1945 - May 12, 2014)
David McVay of Sheridan, Arkansas was born May 22, 1945 near Sherrill, Arkansas the son of the late George and Viverine Moore McVay. He was a self employed farrier having been a member of the American Farrier Association and in years past had been a member of Mid State Horse Show Association and the Southeast Horse Show Association. He was of the Baptist faith, enjoyed horses, playing music and loved being with his children and grandchildren. He was a good hearted man who will be missed by all who knew him. David died Monday, May 12, 2014 in Grapevine at the age of 68. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Charles McVay and his sisters, Katie Lee Shnaekel and Anna Lisenbey. Survivors: significant other, Marguerite Berus; son, John David McVay and wife Lee; daughter, Melissa Boyd and husband Mario all of Pine Bluff; sister, Phyllis McVay of Benton and grandchildren, Ashley Boothe and Charles McVay and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. A time of visitation will be Friday, May 16, 2014 from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at Memorial Gardens Funeral Home chapel. Graveside services will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday, May 17, 2014 at Ringer Cemetery in Centerville, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice Angels, 3801 Camden Road, Suite 12, Pine Bluff, Arkansas 71603.
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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.
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Click the link below to view the April 2014 Issue
April 2014 Professional Farrier E-zine
March 2014 Professional Farrier E-zine
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Events Calendar
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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.
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.
Custom Truck Body For Sale
Fits 8-ft pickup bed, 3 gull wing doors, slide out tool rack, storage in front, $2000. contact Steve Eastman 707-548-5722
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.
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