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Kentucky Horse Council Committees

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:42:33 GMT

Kentucky Horse Council members are encouraged to participate in any committee that interests them. For information about committees, please contact the KHC office at 859-367-0509 or info@kentuckyhorse.org. COMMITTEE 2013 Members DescriptionCommunications/Marketing Chair: Margie Loeser Steve Barbour Peter Doth Ginny Grulke Lisa Jackson Chad Mendell Dawn Miller Kelsea Rookard The Communications/Marketing Committee generates ideas for increased awareness of KHC through an online presence both through the website and social media, promotional materials, logo wear, trade fair participation, retail items, advertisements, and other opportunities. It also coordinates programs to communicate with the general public, local officials, legislators and members.Competition (Currently Inactive)Chair: Kristin LeshneyThe Competition Committee develops programs that help horse shows and competitions increase participation and remain financially viable. Members of this committee include those who...

Kentucky Proud for Equine

Thu, 23 May 2013 17:11:05 GMT

On October 6, 2011, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture announced the addition of equine livestock to the Kentucky Proud program. The Kentucky Horse Council worked with KEEP on the establishment of this program, and we believe this will be one more tool in the equine farm's toolbox to help market and sell our Kentucky-born horses. Below are the steps you can follow to register your farm as Kentucky Proud: Print out and fill out the Kentucky Proud Equine form. (link) This is a specially designed form just for equine farm applicants. Note that there is NO FEE for this Kentucky Proud farm membership. If you would like to apply for a marketing grant through the Kentucky Proud program, also print and fill out the Kentucky Proud Grant Application. (link). You may apply for a marketing grant at a later time as well, as long as you have renewed your Kentucky Proud farm...

Thu, 23 May 2013 17:10:28 GMT

Back to Main KENA Page Next Meeting: July 11, 2013 Registration Deadline: July 8, 2013 by 8:30AM Location: Four Points by Sheraton 1938 Stanton Way Lexington, KY 40511 Meeting Agenda: 5:30 - 6:30 Registration and Networking 6:30 - 7:30 Dinner and Networking 7:00 - 7:15 Sponsor Spotlight 7:15 - 7:30 Tips to Use 7:30 - 8:30 Keynote Speaker(s) 8:30 - Announcements and Closing Topic: Marketing and Business Promotion Keynote Speaker(s): Chad Mendell Sponsor Spotlight: Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital Tips to Use: Meal Choices: Chef’s Choice Meal: Vegetarian Meal: Cost: Chef's Choice and Vegetarian Meal: $20 for Kentucky Horse Council Members $25 General Public Registration: Reservations are required for KENA meetings because of...

KHC Non-Profit Members

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:45:55 GMT

Here is our list of 2013 Non-Profit Members.

If you are interested in becoming a Non-Profit Member and being added to this list, click here for more information.
If you would like to join as an Affiliate Member, and do not see your non-profit listed for 2013, please contact them and ask them to join. When your non-profit joins, all of their employees and/or members are then able to join KHC for free, as an Affiliate Member.

2013 Non-Profit Members

(as of May 23, 2013)

Bluegrass Cowboy Church

Central Kentucky Riding for Hope

Georgetown College Equine Scholars Program

Grant County Saddle Club

Kentucky Horse Park Foundation

Kentucky Trail Riders Association

Lexington Convention and Visitors Bureau

Lovesome Equitherapy

New Beginnings Therapeutic Riding

Shelby County Parks & Rec

Sheltered Risks Incorporated: Kamp KESSA

UK College of Agriculture

KHC Farm Members

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:43:26 GMT

Here is our list of 2013 Farm Members. If you are interested in becoming a Farm Member and being added to this list, click here to view more information. If you would like to join as an Affiliate Member, and do not see your farm listed for 2013, please contact them and ask them to join. When your farm joins, all of their employees are then able to join KHC for free, as an Affiliate Member. 2013 Farm Members (as of May 23, 2013) Beta-Rock Stables Burlington Saddlebreds, LLC CW Event Team Double J Stables & Horsemen's Campground Dunroven Stud Eden Creek Farm Giltmead Farm Greyhorse Farm Heritage Horse Farm Hillside Farm, Shawhen Place LLC Hundridge Farm Indian Ridge Farm Jordan Farm Kentucky Horse Park Lantern Hill Farm LLC LookOut Hills Farm MelRich Farm Pathfinders Farm Pine Knoll Farm Rancho Los...

KHC Business Members

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:39:38 GMT

Here is our list of 2013 Business Members. If you are interested in becoming a Business Member and being added to this list, click here to view more information. If you would like to join as an Affiliate Member, and do not see your business listed for 2013, please contact them and ask them to join. When your business joins, all of their employees are then able to join KHC for free, as an Affiliate Member. 2013 Business Members (as of May 23, 2013) DeGraff Stables, Inc. Doc's Products Inc. Equine Diagnostic Solutions, LLC Equine Therapy, Inc. Farrier Product Distribution, Inc. Fennell's Horse Supplies Gayla Driving Center, LLC Hallway Feeds / Farmers Feed Mill Inc. Independent Equine Agents KBC International Keeneland Kentucky Department of Agriculture Kentucky Horseshoeing School Kiger Insurance, Inc. Long C Trails McCauley...

KHC Equine Association Members

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:30:20 GMT

Here is our list of our 2013 Association Members. If you are interested in becoming a Association Member and being added to this list, please click here. If you would like to join as an Affiliate Member, and do not see your association listed for 2013, please contact them and ask them to join. When your association joins, all of their members are then able to join KHC for free, as an Affiliate Member. 2013 Association Members (as of May 23, 2013) American Hanoverian Society Bluegrass Morgan Horse Association Central KY Back Country Horsemen Clark County Saddle Club, Inc. Daniel Boone Distance Riders Eastern KY Walking & Racking Horse Association Edmonson County Saddle Club Kentucky Appaloosa Owners Association Kentucky Dressage Association Kentucky Mountain Saddle Horse Association Kentucky Quarter Horse Association Kentucky...

2013 Board of Directors Meeting Schedule

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:38:06 GMT

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All meetings are held at 6:00PM in the KHC first floor conference room, unless otherwise indicated.

Board meetings are open to all KHC members.

2013 Board Meeting Dates:

January 12 - Retreat
March 11
May 13
July 8
September 9
November 18

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:19:10 GMT

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KENA hosts regular meetings which offer a social hour with cash bar and dinner (responsibility of the attendee) where qualified guest speakers present on topics of current interest in the areas of horse health, nutrition, facilities management, labor, safety, welfare, sales, marketing & business management, among others.

2013 Meeting Schedule
Date	Keynote Topic	Location
January 24th	How to Care for Your Horse's Teeth	Clarion Hotel, Lexington, KY
March 14th	Legislative Update	Clarion Hotel, Lexington, KY
May 9th	Senior Horse Care	Four Points by Sheraton, Lexington, KY
July 11th	Marketing and Business Promotion	Four Points by Sheraton, Lexington, KY
September 12th	Nutrition
November 14th	KY Breeds and Disciplines Council, a Panel Discussion

Classified Ads

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:34:01 GMT

Current Classified Ads: Each ad will be listed (first few words only) in the weekly KHC e-mail newsletter with a link to the ad. Ads will be kept online for three months unless renewed. Classified Ad Rates _________________________________________________________________ La Victoria Performance products help YOU be first more often! Offering an awesome line of products ranging from joint and gastrointestinal health to specialty products for Anhidrosis and respiratory issues like heaves, allergies, and epistaxis. High quality with competitive pricing! As your local sales representative contact me at emalashton@gmail.com or 570-200-5310 Submit & Pay For Classified Ad _________________________________________________________________ 4 Star 4 Horse Slant load trailer, 1995, $12000. Gooseneck with large tack room. Trailer is in great...

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:24:42 GMT

Back to Main KENA Page Registration is now open for the July 11th Meeting Registration deadline is July 8, 2013, by 8:30AM Click Here for Meeting Details. Registering Online for More Than One Person? If you are registering for more than one person, please be sure to complete the form that appears after you have paid. This ensures that everyone has a name tag. If you don't see the name form, please email the names in your party to kelsea@kentucyhorse.org Online Registration for KHC Members: Chef's Choice Meal: $20 Vegetarian Meal: $20 Online Registration for the General Public: Chef's Choice Meal: $25 Vegetarian Meal: $25 ...

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Tue, 14 May 2013 14:23:42 GMT

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Supporting the Competition Horse and Rider

Mon, 13 May 2013 18:45:07 GMT

KY Breed Associations
KY Discipline Associations
Horse Show Facilities

Trail Organizations

Mon, 13 May 2013 18:37:38 GMT

Kentucky Trails & Open Spaces Below is a list of Kentucky trail organizations. You will find information on not only horseback trail groups, but also hiking and biking. If your trail riding club or organization is not listed here, please contact the Kentucky Horse Council at info@kentuckyhorse.org and we will add your information. Trail Announcements & News Trail Conferences Trail Design & Certification Trail Directory for KY Trail: Driving Trail Fundamentals: U.S. Forest Service Trail Initiatives: Cave Run Trail Laws & Legislation...

Discover Kentucky's Trails!

Mon, 13 May 2013 18:32:04 GMT

Kentucky Trails & Open Spaces The Kentucky Trail Directory was published in 2009. In 2013, this information will be available on the website. This is Kentucky's first complete statewide horse directory. This directory features: 52 pages of trail and campground listings, and information for trail riders Descriptions (including length of trail and description of trail environment) Directions to trail heads Contact information for land manager Campgrounds near trail, when available Both private and public campgrounds listed A CD including over 25 printable trail and camp maps ...

Kentucky Riding Arenas & Horse Show Facilities

Mon, 13 May 2013 18:08:40 GMT

If you run a facility which can be rented for horse shows or events, please email us at info@kentuckyhorse.org. Locations of equine facilities in Kentucky: View Kentucky Horse Rental Facilities in a larger map Facility Indoor Arena Outdoor Arena Stabling Available Truck Trailer Parking Competion Setup Jumps or XC Course Dressage arena Barrels/Poles Restrooms Concessions Camper Hookups After Hours Farm 4005 Iron Works Pike Lexington, KY 40511 561-762-2534 info@afterhoursfarmky.com http://www.afterhoursfarmky.com 140x150 Steffee Surfaces . Yes Yes Hunter/Jumper Dressage Jumps available B-Bar-B Arena 1909 Carden Rd Glasgow, KY 42141 270-678-2817 ...

The Downward Trend in Horse Breed Memberships, Transfers and Registrations

Mon, 06 May 2013 15:02:45 GMT

According to the Arabian Horse Association, a number of horse breeds in the United States have experienced an across the board decline in memberships, transfers and registrations. Membership Breed Increase/Decrease Saddlebred 3.69% Increase Morgan 0.50% Decrease Quarter Horse 1.24% Decrease Pinto 3.17% Decrease Standardbred 3.57% Decrease Appaloosa 4.74% Decrease Arabian 6.48% Decrease Paint 8.93% Decrease Tennessee Walking Horse 13.80% Decrease Transfers Breed Increase/Decrease ...

Thu, 02 May 2013 19:55:09 GMT

Back to Main KENA Page Are you interested in donating to the Kentucky Horse Council - which helps the horse industry in Kentucky - and also becoming an active participant in KENA? Become a KHC Donor today, and request that your donation is allocated to KENA! There are five levels of donation categories; however, these are meant to be guidelines as we welcome any level of support. We are glad to work with sponsors on a customized donation that will meet their needs. Sponsorship Levels: Platinum $5,000 Gold $2,500 Silver $1,000 Bronze $500 Copper $250 View & print a pdf of the KHC/KENA Donor Benefits. Current KHC Donors who have requested a KENA Focus in their donation: Platinum Sponsors: ...

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:20:58 GMT

The Equine Safety Net was established to assist those caring horse owners who have temporary financial setbacks (such as a job loss or medical incident within the past 6 months), and are having difficulties feeding their horses. The Kentucky Horse Council will feed up to two horses for 30 days, so that these individuals may consider alternatives for the horses, or get back on their feet financially. Applications for 30 day extensions are also considered. Click Here for the Printable Application. Rules & Requirements for the Safety Net Program: Applicant must be a resident of Kentucky Applicant's horses must be personal horses; no professionals may apply. Applicant must provide three references: Employment reference if a job was lost --OR-- Medical reference if it is a medical situation. Veterinarian reference Feed store or hay provider reference (The feed will be provided through a...

About KENA

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:35:53 GMT

Back to Main KENA Page The Kentucky Equine Networking Association (KENA) is an educational and networking event for equine professionals in Kentucky, targeted specifically at those who participate in breeding and reproductive services, instruction, training, board and showing. KENA also welcomes every member of the Kentucky horse community. KENA is managed by the Kentucky Horse Council KENA Committee, chaired by Dr. Ed Squires of the University of Kentucky Ag Equine Programs. Meetings: KENA meetings occur every other month, and offer a social hour with cash bar and dinner (responsibility of the attendee) where qualified guest speakers present on topics of current interest in the areas of horse health, nutrition, facilities management, labor, safety, welfare, sales, marketing and business management, among others. They are currently scheduled only for Lexington, Kentucky although plans are to increase coverage throughout the Commonwealth in the future. ...