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APRIL 2008
Apr. 4-6

HOOSIER HORSE FAIR at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis, Indiana.  Please click here to order tickets.

Apr. 4-25 Spring Meet at KEENELAND Thoroughbred Race Track, Lexington, Kentucky.
Apr. 5 EQUINE FIELD DAY at Cross Ridge Farm, Union, KY 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Topics include dentistry, bits, trailer safety, and loading.  For more information contact Northern Kentucky Horse Network.
Apr. 8 KHC offers the Professional Horseman's Series class "EVERYTHING YOUR EQUINE ASSOCIATION NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT INSURANCE COVERAGE " 6:30 p.m. Club Lounge at the Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington.  FREE for Kentucky Horse Council members, $15 all others.  Please contact Essie at 859-367-0509.
Apr. 10 University of Kentucky Diagnostic-Research Online Horse Course on EQUINE NUTRITION.  FREE   Nutrition basics from veterinarians. Click here to enroll.
Apr. 10-13 EQUINE AFFAIR Ohio Expo Center, Columbus, OH, April 10-13, 2008.  The nation's premiere equine exposition and equestrian gathering returns to the Ohio Expo Center with four days of educational clinics, seminars, and demonstrations by top professionals in the horse industry. For up-to-date information on clinicians, admission, accommodations, and volunteering visit www.equineaffaire.com or call (740) 845-0085 weekdays 9:00am-5:00pm Eastern Time.
Apr. 11 HOOF CARE CLINIC presented by Mitch Taylor of the Kentucky Horse Shoeing School at the Kenton County Fairgrounds 3 p.m.  For more information contact Northern Kentucky Horse Network.
Apr. 11 Grant Co. Saddle Club TACK AUCTION 6:30 p.m. at the Sechrest Garage, Williamstown.  Contact Lois Shuler.
Apr. 12 Youth Horsemanship Clinic with Lynne McPherson hosted by Pinto Organization of Kentucky at Dunn Driftin Ranch, Georgetown, KY 9a.m. - 1p.m.  For more information contact Pat Blackburn at 859-613-2656 or Diane Hazen at 502-535-4649.
Apr. 12 Pinto Organization of Kentucky ANNUAL HORSEMAN’S SWAP MEET at Dunn Driftin Ranch, Georgetown, KY. 10a.m. - 3p.m.

For more information contact Vicky Thomason at 859-234-5094.

Apr. 12-13 GIRLS RIDE OUT at Shaker Village. Girls' Ride out is a WOMEN ONLY trail ride and overnight stay in the Shaker Village, open to members of the Kentucky Horse Council.  Click here for more information.
Apr. 12-14 LARGE ANIMAL RESCUE TRAINING for Northern Kentucky Emergency Management Personnel at Lazy-K Ranch in Grant's Lick, KY.  To volunteer to be included in the Directory of Emergency Responders contact Linda Bray-Schafer at 859-635-3157. 
Apr. 13 FREE CLINIC for all gaited and pleasure horses, sponsored by the Spotted Saddle Horse Association of Kentucky 2 p.m. at the Owingsville Lions Club Park.  The clinic will cover equitation and showmanship, proper attire for the show ring, tips for better showing, trail riding safety and manners, and more.  Contact Janet at 606-776-9248.
Apr. 15 Purina Mills HORSE OWNER WORKSHOP at Tapp's Feed & Farm Supply, Inc., Shelbyville, KY.  Click here for more information. Contact Kent Thompson at 502-633-1060.
Apr. 15 Kentucky Back Country Horsemen Meeting 6 p.m. at the US Pony Club Conference Room, Lexington, KY.  For more information contact Edith Conyers at 859-744-0397.
Apr. 17 FREE Webinar on UNDERSTANDING FOAL CARE 8 p.m. EDT on TheHorse.com.  For more information and to register click here.
Apr. 19 Buckland Equine Rescue VOLUNTEER GATHERING 1-5 p.m., Carlisle, KY. Click here for directions.  Contact Melody Muir at 859-476-3101.
Apr. 19 - 20 THREE PHASE EVENT for Gaited Horses, including dressage, stadium obstacle and cross country obstacle at the Kentucky Equestrian Center, 840 Kiddville Lane, Winchester KY.  Volunteers needed to assist with the show including outriders for the Sunday cross country segment.  For more information click here.
Apr. 19 - 20 Masterson Equestrian Trust Foundation Benefit Horse Show (Hunter/Jumper)at Masterson Station Park Arena , Lexington, KY.  For more information call 859-338-4034.
Apr. 20 Buffalo Trace Mounted Patrol Meeting 12 - 2:30 p.m. at the Bingo Hall Parking Lot, Maysville, KY.  Bring your horse for the Chocolate Festival Parade.  Click here for flyer.  For more information email or call 606-742-9559.
Apr. 22 Kentucky Horse Council Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. location TBD.  For more information contact Essie at 859-367-0509.
Apr. 23

Free Live Web Presentation from My Horse University – Weaning A Foal by Dr. Christine Skelly. 7:00 p.m. EST.

This presentation will discuss creep feeding the foal, compare weaning systems and conclude with nutritional management of the weanling. To register and learn more, visit:  http://myhorseuniversity.com/WebPresentation/index.html
Apr. 24 Purina Mills HORSE OWNER WORKSHOP at Calhoun Feed Service, Madisonville, KY.  Click here for more information. Contact Mike Calhoun at 270-821-5034.
Apr. 24 -27 ROLEX KENTUCKY THREE DAY EVENT at the Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, Kentucky.
Apr. 27 FLEMING CO. SILVER STIRRUPS 4-H HORSE CLUB ANNUAL SPRING HORSE SHOW 1:30 p.m. at the Fleming Co. Industrial Park, Fleminsgburg, KY.  For more information contact Calvin or Michelle Robinson 606-849-4948, 606-748-0052, 606-748-3216.
Apr. 27 ESCT and PEAT Horse/Human Clinic at Fiddler's Run Equestrian Center, Versailles, KY 9a.m. - 4 p.m..  Learn Equine Stress Control Therapy (ESCT) for the spooky horse (9a.m. - noon) and experience PEAT Energy Psychology for the fearful rider (1 - 4 p.m.)- healing the horse/human relationship. For more information and to register visit www.harmonyhorseworks.com or call 303-816-0766.
Apr. 27 4th Annual BAHA Spring Blast All Breeds Show at Shelbyville Fair Grounds, Shelbyville, KY. Contact Bluegrass Arabian Horse Association.
Apr. 28-29 KENTUCKY INTERNATIONAL EQUINE SUMMIT at the Radison Hotel, Lexington, KY. Examine issues facing the equine industry - Well being of the Competitive Horse - Emerging Science of Horse Breeding - Equine Economy in the 21st Century Click here for more information.
MAY 2008
May 1 NEW OWNER SEMINAR offered by Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association at the Kentucky Derby Museum in Louisville, KY.  Seminar provides a basic introduction to Thoroughbred ownership. Topics at new owner seminars include how to build a racing stable, owner and trainer communications, common veterinary concerns, accounting and insurance issues, understanding racing partnerships and much more.  Cost $75 - $100.  Contact TOBA at 859-276-2291.
May 1-3 19th Annual Kentucky Spring Premier Saddlebred Horse Show at the Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY.  Entries close April 21, 2008.  For more information call 502-314-7960 or fax 502-633-6207.
May 3 134th Running of the KENTUCKY DERBY at Churchill Downs, Louisville, Kentucky.  Click here for tickets.
May 3 DERBY CELEBRATION co-hosted by the Northern Kentucky Horse Network and the YMCA Equestrian Center.  Activities include Barn Dance and Pig Roast.  Location and time TBA. 
May 3 TRAIL HORSE SALE at the Guernsey County Fairgrounds, Old Washington, OH beginning at 12 p.m.  50 Trained trail horses offered at auction.  All horses compete in a trail horse competition May 2, 2008 at 6 p.m. Click here for consignment form.  For more information contact Marie Gustinski at 740-483-1583.
May 3

The Northern Kentucky 4H Trailblazers host a GYMKHANA (Games on Horseback) at the Kenton County Fairgrounds, Independence, KY.  Belt buckles will be awarded in all 3 age categories for top points won.  Registration begins @ 9 a.m. and the games begin at 10 a.m.  Contact Debbie Noem at 859-356-0289.  
May 7-11 Kentucky Spring Horse Show at the Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY.  A world Championship Hunter Rider Event featuring CSI 3 rated grant prix competitions.  For more information email or call 859-233-0492. More information available at www.kentuckyhorseshows.com.
May 8 University of Kentucky Diagnostic-Research Online Horse Course on FOAL DISEASES.  FREE   Diseases that commonly affect foals and how to prevent and treat them. Click here to enroll.
May 9-11 Bob Blackwell Horse Clinic at Chan E Brook Arena & Stables. $200 per rider.   The clinic includes Horsemanship /Problem solving and Cow-working.  Contact Christina Wiseman at 859-302-8739.
May 10 2008 Annual Actaris Relay For Life Trailride 10 a.m. at Eagle Creek Horse Motel, Sadieville, KY.  $12 per person.  All proceeds support Owen Co. Relay for Life.  Contact Donna Stamper at 502-484-6299. 
May 14

Free Live Web Presentation from My Horse University – The Unwanted Horse by Dr. Tom Lenz. 7:00 p.m. EST.

Focus on the types of horse that becomes unwanted, the reasons they become unwanted, and possible solutions to the problem. Euthanasia, carcass disposal, rescue and retirement options, as well as the efforts of the Unwanted Horse Coalition will be included in the discussion. To register and learn more, visit:  http://myhorseuniversity.com/WebPresentation/index.html
May 14-18 Kentucky Spring Classic Horse Show at the Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY.  A world Championship Event featuring CSI 3 rated grant prix competitions.  For more information email or call 859-233-0492. More information available at www.kentuckyhorseshows.com.
May 17 44th Annual Charity Horse Show at the Clark County Fairgrounds, Winchester, KY 5 p.m.  Contact Jim Woosley at 859-744-6163.
May 17-18 DRIVING CLINIC at the Alexandria Fairgrounds, Alexandria, KY .  Instruction for all levels.  Come see what the fastest growing equine sport is about.  For more information contact Charlie Poppe at 513-688-0210. 
May 18 2008 All Breeds Fun Show at the Clark County Fairgrounds, Winchester, KY 1 p.m.  Contact Jim Woosley at 859-744-6163.
May 24 Spotted Saddle Horse Association of Kentucky 14th Annual SPRING HORSE SHOW 3 p.m. at the Owingsville Lions Club Park, Owingsville, KY .  Contact Ronald Smothers at 859-885-4274. Visit www.sshak.com for class sheet.
May 27 Kentucky Horse Council Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. location TBD.  For more information contact Essie at 859-367-0509.
May 30 - June 1 BREEDING CLINIC offered by Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association in Lexington, KY.  Clinic consists of tours at three Kentucky thoroughbred farms. Clinic topics include foal registration, pedigree theory, a conformation workshop, equine nutrition, equine business matters, foaling and farm management as related to Thoroughbred breeding. Cost $450 - $550.  Contact TOBA at 859-276-2291.
JUNE 2008
May 30 - June 1 BREEDING CLINIC offered by Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association in Lexington, KY.  Clinic consists of tours at three Kentucky thoroughbred farms. Clinic topics include foal registration, pedigree theory, a conformation workshop, equine nutrition, equine business matters, foaling and farm management as related to Thoroughbred breeding. Cost $450 - $550.  Contact TOBA at 859-276-2291.
June 12 University of Kentucky Diagnostic-Research Online Horse Course on ENCEPHALITIDES (WEST NILE VIRUS, ETC.).  FREE   Diseases that cause neurological signs; information on their treatment and prevention. Click here to enroll.
June 12 UK Collge of Agriculture Field Day "Agriculture in a New Bioeconomy" at Spindletop Farm, Lexington, KY  2-8 p.m.  Contact Dr. J.D. Green at 859-257-4898.
June 14-15 LARGE ANIMAL RESCUE CLASSES offered by Lexington Fire School for $35 per person. More information to follow.
June 21 Xtreme Cowboy Challenge at Red Barn Arena, Taylorsville, KY.  For more information visit www.kytrailriders.org.
June 24 Kentucky Horse Council Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. location TBD.  For more information contact Essie at 859-367-0509.
June 27 Cowboys for Cancer "Ride for the Ribbon" Ride for Life, Lakeview Park 6 p.m. - 6 a.m., Frankfort, KY.  For more information contact Rhonda or visit

www.myspace.com/cowboy4cancer
JULY 2008
July 10 University of Kentucky Diagnostic-Research Online Horse Course on METABOLIC DISORDERS.  FREE   Equine metabolic syndrome and Cushing's Disease. Click here to enroll.
July 14 - 19 FRANKLIN CO. FAIR & HORSE SHOW, Lakeview Park, Frankfort, KY.
July 22 Kentucky Horse Council Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. location TBD.  For more information contact Essie at 859-367-0509.
AUGUST 2008
Aug. 2 Open Pleasure Horse Show at the Clark County Fairgrounds, Winchester, KY 6 p.m.  Contact Jim Woosley at 859-744-6163.
Aug. 7 2008 All Breeds Fun Show at the Clark County Fairgrounds, Winchester, KY 6 p.m.  Contact Jim Woosley at 859-744-6163.
Aug. 14 University of Kentucky Diagnostic-Research Online Horse Course on PITUITY DYSFUNCTION.  FREE   Problems in the pituitary gland of older horses. Click here to enroll.
Aug. 26 Kentucky Horse Council Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. location TBD.  For more information contact Essie at 859-367-0509.
SEPTEMBER 2008
Sept. 11 University of Kentucky Diagnostic-Research Online Horse Course on ANGULAR LIMB DEFORMITIES.  FREE   How to recognize the various types; treatment options. Click here to enroll.
Sept. 20 Xtreme Cowboy Challenge.  For more information visit www.kytrailriders.org.
Sept. 23 Kentucky Horse Council Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. location TBD.  For more information contact Essie at 859-367-0509.
OCTOBER 2008
Oct. 6-7 PEDIGREE AND CONFORMATION CLINIC offered by Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association in Lexington, KY.  Clinic allows participants a deeper understanding of the Thoroughbred pedigree and conformation. Pedigree discussions include general theory, such as in-breeding, out-crossing and nicking as well as overall conformational factors. Pedigree theories differ greatly, therefore it is important to be familiar with many perspectives. Conformation discussions include the identification of common conformation faults and the effects of those faults as well as a live conformation workshop. Like pedigree theory, there are varying opinions within the industry about acceptable conformation faults so it is important to consider varying perspectives. The two-day clinic includes farm tours. Cost $250 - $300.  Contact TOBA at 859-276-2291.
Oct. 9 University of Kentucky Diagnostic-Research Online Horse Course on MELANOMA.  FREE   Characteristics of this common skin tumor and treatments. Click here to enroll.
Oct. 28 Kentucky Horse Council Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. location TBD.  For more information contact Essie at 859-367-0509.
NOVEMBER 2008
Nov. 8-21 NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL LIVESTOCK EXPOSITION at the Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, KY.
Nov. 13 University of Kentucky Diagnostic-Research Online Horse Course on SKIN DISEASE.  FREE   Treating allergies, tumors, rain rot, insect hypersensitivity, and more. Click here to enroll.
DECEMBER 2008
Dec. 11 University of Kentucky Diagnostic-Research Online Horse Course on THE SCIENCE BEHIND VACCINATING.  FREE  Update on protecting horses from diseases. Click here to enroll.