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AFA E-blast
Issue 93
"The mission of the AFA is to provide professional development, leadership, and resources for the benefit of the farrier industry and to promote the well-being of the horse through education of the horse owner, veterinarian, and farrier."
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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Thank you to our 44th Annual Convention Sponsors
(as of 12/17/2014)
Horseshoe Level
Ceva Animal Health
Forge Level
Vettec, Inc.
Well-Shod (Banquet Sponsor)
Anvil Brand Shoe Company
Rasp Level
Nordic Forge, Inc.
Double Bar One, Inc.
NC Tool Company, Inc.
Monetta Farrier Specialties (Banquet Sponsor)
Harry Patton Horseshoeing Supplies
Castle Plastics, Inc.
Edward Martin Products, LLC
Beth Daniels, AFA Executive Director
Kansas Farriers Association (Banquet Sponsor)
Alvin Farrier Supply (Banquet Sponsor)
Ken Davis & Sons, Inc.
Hoof Knife Level
Crossroads Farrier Supply
Specialty Sponsors
American Farriers Journal
Anvil Brand
Farrier Product Distribution
Myron McLane Aprons
World Farriers Association
44th Annual National Forging and Horseshoeing Competition Class Sponsors
Kerckhaert-Liberty Intermediate Division
Farrier Product Distribution
Capewell North American Challenge Cup
Delta Mustad Hoofcare Center
Delta Mustad Specialty Forging
Delta Mustad Hoofcare Center
Journeyman Class
Stonewell Bodies & Machine, Inc.
Reserve National High Point Award
Tom DuBois, CJF & Don Wieland, CJF
National High Point Award
Texas Professional Farriers Association
Overall High Point Award
Western States Farriers Association
2 Person Draft Class
Don Gustafson, CJF & Margie Lee-Gustafson, CJF - In Memory of Edward Martin
Vern Hornquist Memorial Class
Myron McLane, CJF & Walt Taylor, CF
Thank you to our 2014 American Farrier's Team Sponsors!
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Professional Farrier Archive
E-blast Archive
Sponsored by Farrier Academics
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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.
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2015 Convention Speaker Highlights
Hoofology
A Study of Equine Podiatry
Pat Burton, CJF
(Lessons Learned During My Career as a Farrier)
We all gather knowledge about our craft by different methods, uniquely developing our own style. Many important lessons are learned throughout our career. Pat shares some of the best lessons he has learned from over 30 years of shoeing that will benefit everyone from Student to Journeyman. The focus will be on practical subjects that every Hoof Care Professional deals with including: Valuable Business Ideas, Continuing Education, Bio-Mechanics, Disorders, Diseases, Prevention, Treatment, Function, Therapeutic Methods, Products and Tools.
Pat Burton, CJF, has provided hoof care for hundreds of horses in every discipline. He works with leading Equine Veterinarians and trims everything from backyard burros to multiple World Champions. "Every case is an opportunity, every horse is different, and we learn from all of them."
Recognized for Practical Physiological Hoof Care, Pat's website, HoofPros.com, and his YouTube videos are an educational resource visited by thousands every month. His reputation for Innovative Hoof Solutions, has brought visitors from all 50 states and 30 foreign countries to the Burleson,Texas HoofPros Shop.
Keg Shoe Selection and Modification
Cody Gregory, CJF, AWCF
There are a lot of keg shoes available on today's market. Being able to select and use the best shoe for the job is essential when it comes to maximizing results from shoeing. Being able to modify a shoe to create a custom fit is a skill that can and should be developed by everyone that is trying to become a better farrier.
Most used modifications:
Shaping
Clips
Equilibrium toe
Adding offset for medial to lateral fit
Extensions
Rocker toe
Keg Shoe Selection:
There are several things that I look for in a good quality keg shoe. The most important aspects of a good keg shoe are:
Nail placement
Nail fit
Appropriate section for size of foot
Traction for intended use
It is possible to shoe a horse very well with keg shoes. Developing the ability to make the shoe as good as it can be for the intended use of the horse is essential. Increasing your ability to modify a basic keg shoe will allow you to lighten your shoeing rig. Skill will replace product.
Super Shuttle Information
Since there is no shuttle available from the host hotel to get you to and from the airport, the AFA and FIA have partnered with Super Shuttle to provide discounted shuttle services for you. This service will allow you to travel from the airport to the hotel and back for a round trip rate of $50.00, or $49.00 one-way per person.
Once you have reached the online booking site, please follow these steps:
1. Open the Link, enter number of passengers and if using mobile device then enter discount code DPQ5Y.
2. After hitting NEXT, screen comes up asking for Hotel. Enter FARR - which will bring up FARRIER HOTEL and then select BOOK NOW.
3. A screen will come up to where you will need to enter your arrival, departure dates, times and your flight information.
4. Once all this information is entered, the screen for payment will come up for you to finalize your reservation. The discount will be applied on this page.
Please select this link to download the flyer:
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Hurry for Discounted Hotel Rate-Ends Thursday, January 22!
Our host hotel for the 44th Annual American Farrier's Association Convention is the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center.
The deadline for the discounted room rate is January 22, 2015, so select the link below to make your reservations now!
Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center
44th Annual Convention Registration Deadline Approaching
Clarification: The dates of the convention are Tuesday, February 24 through Friday, February 27, 2015. The convention will close with the banquet, awards presentation, and auction on Friday evening.
The deadline to register for the convention at the pre-registration rate, which also gets you a commemorative t-shirt is Sunday, February 1, 2015.
Select the links below to download the registration packet and the registration form. Registration can also be completed through the AFA online store by visiting www.americanfarriers.org.
44th Annual Convention Registration Packet
44th Annual Convention Registration Form
Avis Rental Care Discounts
When calling Avis at 1 (800) 331-1600 to make reservations, provide them with the AWD number of S066199.
Bruce Daniels Memorial Clinic
Chris Diehl, CJF, FE, has organized a memorial clinic for past AFA President Bruce Daniels, CJF. The dates will be April 2-4, 2015 and it will be held at Dream Park Equestrian Center in Logan Township, NJ. Please see the attached flyer for complete details.
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Events Calendar
Please send your events and functions to the AFA office for inclusion in the Website Events Calendar, our Facebook page, and our national and regional e-blasts. If you send it, we will use it! Send submissions to rheighton@americanfarriers.org.
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.
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