Certified
Horsemanship Association
Regional Conference March 24-25
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CHA REGION 7 CONFERENCE
March 24,
2010
in Birmingham, Alabama. Join us for food, fun, and lots of "horsin'
around!" This conference will include workshops geared specifically
toward the group riding program with lots of opportunities for hand-on
participation and riding. Thursday, March 25 is optional for those who
would like additional opportunities for specialized topics.
WHO?
Even if you are not a current member of CHA, you are
welcome to attend - trainers, instructors, farm managers, program
directors, and riders of all disciplines are encouraged to
participate. CHA Members from other regions are also welcome.
WHAT?
Wednesday workshops will include:
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Suitability and Selection of Horses
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Acquiring and Divesting Horses – Beg, Borrow, Steal, or Give Away
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Risk Management for the Group Equestrian Program – a simple, take home
system to assess and address equine related risks
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How to Keep your Horses Healthier for Less $
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Paperwork and Record Keeping
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Sequencing Lessons: Milestones in Rider Readiness
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Understanding CHA Equine Facility Standards
If you choose to attend on Thursday, workshop content
can be customized to include topics of interest
to you and your program.
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Specialties that that you may want to incorporate into your program
(driving, vaulting, showmanship, trail, roping, etc.)
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Starting young horses and re-schooling older horses
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Resistance free horsemanship
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Selecting equipment and supplies
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Private or small group mounted lessons on topics of interest to each
participant
WHEN? Wednesday,
March 24(9:00 AM - 7:00 PM) earn
10 hours Continuing Education
OPTIONAL
Thursday,
March 25 (9:00 AM - 3:30 PM) earn
additional 6 1/2 hours Continuing Education
WHERE?
The
conference will be based at Camp Coleman (Trussville, AL) near
Birmingham, AL. Some workshops may be held at nearby
sites. Transportation to these sites will be arranged through car
pooling. If you are flying, please plan to fly into Birmingham
International (BHM). We will be glad to arrange shuttle service.
WHY? Besides
having a great time, meeting some great people, and learning some new
skills, you can earn up to 16 ½ hours continuing education required
for recertification if you attend both days! Please make plans now to
join us for this event.
CONFERENCE FEE? The
$60 per day conference fee includes:
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Workshops + lunch on Wednesday
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Additional $60 fee for Thursday (optional)
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Rustic, bunkhouse lodging available for an additional
$10 per night per person*
* If you prefer, you can make
reservations to stay at a nearby hotel at your cost. For a list of
local hotels, driving directions, etc. please email
lelliott19@aol.com.
Registration form enclosed.
Questions? Contact:
Laura Elliott
CHA Region 7 Director 4010 Camp Coleman Road Trussville, AL 35173 (205)655-3782 or toll free (866)882-3572 FAX (205)655-5602
Email
lelliott19@aol.com
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