Fall is here, and with the increasingly cooler weather upon us, it’s the time of year for horse enthusiasts to be thinking about how they plan to get their horses through the spring in good shape.
If you’re a new horse owner or want to make sure buying a horse is right for you, the 2012 Equine Seminar at DCC will provide you with valuable information and connect you with area resources before you take the plunge.
DCC will be hosting the Equine Seminar November 10. Chick in begins at 8 a.m. with the first session beginning at 9 a.m. There will be four sessions provided under the direction of the Dawson County Vet Service, MSU Extension, J & A Arena and Big Sky Shires. Sessions will be help in the Ullman Center on the DCC campus.
Area and regional horse professionals will present on a variety of topics that include:
Hay storage
Selection and feeding in tough times
Keeping horses on a small acreage
Equine first aid
Wound management and care
Equine stretching and performance
Montana brand law and how it affects horses
Equine nutrition and body condition
Mud and manure management
The cost of the seminar is $50 with a discounted rate of $25 for 4;H and FFA Members. Included in the cost is Lunch- (Pulled pork, beans and potato salad), door prizes, snacks and all printed material.
Click here to see more...