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AFA E-blast
Issue 95
"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 1/29/2015)
Horseshoe Level
Ceva Animal Health
Forge Level
Vettec, Inc.
Well-Shod (Banquet Sponsor)
Anvil Brand Shoe Company
The Horseshoe Barn (Banquet Sponsor)
VICTORY
G.E. Forge & Tool, Inc. (Banquet Sponsor)
Horse Science
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.
Palm Beach Farrier Supply
Oklahoma State Horseshoeing School (Banquet Sponsor)
Blacksmith Buddy
Loose Shoe Enterprises, Inc.
World Championship Blacksmiths L.L.C.
Indian Creek Forge
Hoof Knife Level
Crossroads Farrier Supply
Equine Innovations, Inc.
Midwest Horseshoeing School
Parker County Farrier Supply
Specialty Sponsors
American Farriers Journal
Anvil Brand
Farrier Product Distribution
Myron McLane Aprons
World Farriers Association
Oberon Company - The Hirschmann Family
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.
Searching For...
Chelsea Grace Miller of ChelseaMillerKnives.com is looking for used rasps, especially wider rasps, to create knives. If you have any rasps you are ready to part with, please contact Chelsea at 917-623-7804.
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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Farrier Industry Suffers Two More Losses
Long time member Vance Sterrenberg, CJF, of Milford, IL passed away on February 17.
Visitation will be Friday, February 20 from 3pm-8pm at the Knapp Funeral Home in Watseka, IL. Funeral services will be Saturday, February 21 at 10am at the First United Methodist Church directly across the street from the funeral home.
Select the link below for the full obituary and arrangement information.
Vance Sterrenberg, CJF
The AFA was saddened to hear of the passing of Lucy Diamond, wife of Billy Crothers, AWCF.
"Like a comet in the pitch-black of space, the radiant Lucy lit up our sky and brought light where there was none. And then, all too soon, she was gone. Those of us lucky enough to have known her will be warmed by her brilliance for a very long time. Rest in peace, Lucy Diamond. Billy and the girls - our love, prayers, and best wishes are yours, constantly!" by Don Gustafson, CJF.
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Host Hotel Information
Our host hotel for the 44th Annual American Farrier's Association Convention is the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center. Although the date has passed during which you can receive a discounted room rate, you may still make reservations. Select the link below to make your reservations.
Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center
If you find that the hotel is full up on the nights you are staying, here is a list of alternative hotels nearby:
Chase Suites (Located just behind the Hotel)
6300 West 110th Street
Overland Park, KS 66211
(913) 491-3333
Courtyard Marriott (Located on the other side of the Convention Center)
11001 Woodson Ave
Overland Park, KS 66211
(913) 317-8500
Hilton Garden Inn (Approximately one block from the Sheraton, walking distance for some.)
5800 College Boulevard
Overland Park, KS 66211
(913) 345-2661
44th Annual Convention Registration
From here on out, you must register on-site at the convention. Come to Courtyard Room 2 of the Convention Center and register with the office staff who are ready to assist you.
Convention Grand Finale!
Do not miss the Convention Grand Finale, Friday night, February 27, starting at 6:30pm in Cottonwood Ballroom 2 & 3 of the Sheraton Hotel. This is a time to visit with friends, present awards to the contest winners, recognize members of the industry with the Achievement Awards, and purchase amazing items in the auction! This event is free to attend,
so put on your party clothes and join us
in the Cottonwood Ballroom.
If you have an auction item you would like to donate, please deliver it to the AFA Registration Office, Courtyard Room 2 in the Convention Center. Any questions? Call, text, or email Ada Gates Patton who will be staying at the Sheraton under Ada Gates Patton.
626-327-3650 cell
adagates1@gmail.com
Hands-On One-on-One Demonstrations and Training
Interested in reserving a spot for the one-on-one sessions with 20 of the top farriers in the industry? Contact Doug Hogue, CJF, at 915-637-8322, e-mail at dougtheshoer@hotmail.com or find him on Facebook.
Super Shuttle Information
As 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.
To make your reservation, please call 1-800-258-3826, or select the link here: Super Shuttle
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:
Super Shuttle Flyer
Avis Rental Car Discounts
When calling Avis at 1 (800) 331-1600 to make reservations, provide them with the AWD number of S066199.
Avis Booking Link for the 44th Annual AFA Convention
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.
Farrier Product Distribution Press Release
Shelbyville, KY - February 17, 2015 - As part of their ongoing support of the American Farrier's Association, FPD has donated audio-visual equipment to be used for live demos and presentations at their many educational programs and events. The gift of two Mitsubishi projectors and two Fender wireless PA systems, provided by FPD, will be used in Overland Park, Kansas for the AFA's 44th Annual Convention to be held February 24-27, 2015.
"We have always supported the AFA's role in providing educational opportunities that allow farriers to improve their work, while making the industry stronger," said Dan Burke, President of FPD. "Throughout the history of the association, they have facilitated significant progress for farriers in North America and beyond. As a part of our commitment to farrier education, we are happy to have an opportunity to help them with the effort."
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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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