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AFA E-blast
Issue 83
American Farrier's Association
4059 Iron Works Parkway
Suite 1
Lexington, KY 40511
859-233-7411
Fax: 859-231-7862
The Official Farriers of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
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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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E-blast Archive
Sponsored by Farrier Academics
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2015 Annual Convention Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Please select the link below to view the 2015 Convention Sponsorship Packet. There are many opportunities to support the convention through different sponsorship levels. Please contact the AFA office at 859-233-7411 with any questions. Thank you for your support.
2015 National Forging and Horseshoeing Competition Sponsorship Opportunities
We currently have 2 awards available for sponsorship in the 2015 contest. These include the Reserve National High Point Award and the Overall High Point Award. Both are available for a 1-year sponsorship with a minimum bid of $750.00. If you, your chapter, or your business are interested in bidding on this wonderful opportunity, please contact the AFA office at 859-233-7411 or info@americanfarriers.org.
Chapter Spotlight
The Empire State Farrier's Association
34th Annual Contest and Clinic was held August 23rd and 24th, 2014
The Clinic on Saturday was hosted By Greene County Horseshoe Supply in Greenville, New York.
The Contest on Sunday was held at the Dutchess County Fair in Rhinebeck, New York.
Chris Diehl, CJF, FE gave an awesome clinic and did a fantastic job judging the contest.
Photos Courtesy of Ed Frampton.
See the Empire State Farrier's Association Facebook Page for more photos.
Sponsors:
The American Farrier's Association
Anvil Brand Shoe Co.
Delta Mustad Hoofcare Center
Dutchess County Fair
Farrier's Fix Inc.
Farrier Product Distribution
G.E. Forge and Tool
Greene County Horseshoe Supply
Ken Davis & Sons
Keystone Leather Distributors
Meader Supply Corp.
Montague Blacksmith Supply
NC Tool Co.
Nordic Forge Inc.
Northeast Farrier Supply
W-Brand Products
Bob Pethick brought the cadaver legs
Thank you to our 2014 American Farrier's Team Sponsors!
To receive great deals on American Farrier's Association personalized items click on the link below.
VIP-ME
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Phil Fisher, CJF Horseperson of the Year
Congratulations to Region 2 Board Representative, AFA Member, and Midwestern Farriers Association Member, Phil Fisher, CJF for being named Horseperson of the Year by the Nebraska Horse Council. Select the link below to read the entire story.
Phil Fisher, CJF - Horseperson of the Year
Texas Farrier Supply Mail-In Shoe Contest
James Cox of Texas Farrier Supply has recently announced that they are sponsoring a mail-in shoe contest to be judged by Jake Engler, CJF. Please select the link below for details.
Texas Farrier Supply Mail-In Shoe Contest
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2015 National Forging & Horseshoeing Competition Rules Now Available!
The judges for 2015 are Craig Trnka, CJF, Iain Ritchie, DWCF, and Matthew Randles, DWCF.
The contest dates are Wednesday, February 25 and Thursday, February 26. Set up will be on Tuesday, February 24, with practice in the afternoon and evening.
There are a limited number of contestants permitted, so when the entry forms are available, be sure to get yours in early.
Please select the link below to view the shoe list.
2015 National Forging & Horseshoeing Competition Rules
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2015 Convention Hotel Now Accepting Reservations
Our host hotel for the 44th Annual American Farrier's Association Convention is the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center. Select the link below to make your reservations now!
Remember, the dates are February 25-27, 2015!
Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center
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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 website and Facebook page. If you have been viewing the new digital PF online 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. You may access 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 June 2014 Issue
June 2014 Professional Farrier E-zine
April 2014 Professional Farrier E-zine
March 2014 Professional Farrier E-zine
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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.
Private Events Liability Disclaimer
The American Farrier's 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.
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.
Additional Empire State Farriers Association Photos
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