"Celebrate the Horse"
at Vermont's Biggest Horse Event!
April 25-26
at the Robert E. Miller Expo Centre
Essex Junction, Vermont
Meet the Equine Experts
Everything Equine 2009 offers horse enthusiasts from Vermont and the Northeast the chance to learn from local and national experts during the two-day show. This year, we have some great speakers (many of whom are sponsored by equine industry members) and we're pleased that they are helping us to bring high quality education and information to the equine industry in Vermont and beyond.
A host of experts and industry members in the equine field will also speak or hold demonstrations during the weekend.
Some of the Experts who will be presenting at Everything Equine 2009:
Kenny Harlow - Nationally renowned clinician, trainer and expert Kenny Harlow of Cedar Run Ranch in Cumberland, Virginia will share his insights into training and "centering" even the most rambunctious horses. Kenny is known for his work with riders and horses of all ages, abilities and temperaments, and his techniques and experience have been featured around the world, including on NBC and in top equestrian publications.
Darren Graziano - As a young rider, Graziano won the Northeast Regional Maclay Finals in 1989 and captured both the team and the individual gold medal at the North American Young Rider Championships in 1990. He continued his successful career with many Grand Prix placings and a win in the $60,000 World Cup Qualifier in Quebec aboard Kinetic. Darren competes in the winter in Wellington, Florida, but is based in Carmel, New York the other three seasons. He is the founder and C.E.O. of D.G. Venture, Inc., which focuses on the training and competition of amateur and adult equestrians as well as young and experienced horses. Selecting promising young horses in Europe is another aspect of his business, and he competes on his sales stock in addition to established career jumpers.
Katie Ballard received her B.S. and M.S. degree in Animal Science at the University of Vermont investigating techniques for in vitro maturation and fertilization of bovine oocytes. She is the Director of Research at Miner Institute. The Institute’s research activities mainly involve agronomy, ruminant nutrition, and nutrient cycling.
Dr. Emilie Beaupré is a New England native and an animal science alumnus of the University of Vermont. She received her veterinary degree from Colorado State University. Emilie’s interest in sport horse medicine and complementary medicine led her to become certified in veterinary acupuncture by Colorado State University.
Heather Collins has over 37 years of riding experience, 15 years as a physical therapist, and 7 years studying yoga. She was the 1984 IHSA National Champion Hunt Seat Equitation rider, as well as a US Dressage Federation Bronze and Silver Medalist. Her efforts focus on improving your riding through core strengthening. For more information: http://heathercollinspt.com/home.html
Are You as Fit as Your Horse? - Come join us for a review of common strength and flexibility limitations in equestrian athletes. This will be followed by a session of core strengthening and yoga stretches. Please come wearing comfortable clothes. Everyone is encouraged to participate but auditors are welcome as well. Written handouts, which illustrate a comprehensive set of stretching and strengthening exercises will be provided.
Dr. Josie Davis is Associate Dean and Equine Lecturer for the Equine Science Program at the University of Vermont. She rejuvenated the UVM Equine Program in 1991, and teaches several courses including Equine Training, Equine Reproduction, and Equine Instructing Techniques.
Jessica Ebert was born and raised in Hamburg, Germany, where she started vaulting and riding at the age of 5. She went on to receive her law degree in Hamburg, a Masters degree in Comparative Law from the University of San Diego, CA and Ph.D. in International Law from the University of Hamburg. Jessica moved to Vermont in 1997 and began practicing law at Collins, McMahon & Harris in 2002, where she specializes in equine law, corporate and computer law, estate law and litigation. Jessica represents numerous equine facilities and horse owners in Vermont and is the official legal counsel for the Vermont Horse Council.
Dr. Randy Frantz is a 1988 graduate of North Carolina State University, and owns Burlington Equine Veterinary Service in Charlotte. He is certified in acupuncture from the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVIS) and is certified in veterinary chiropractics from the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association.
Dr. Rachel Gilker is the Vermont Pasture Network Coordinator and has recently been awarded a Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education grant. She is collaborating with Dr. Betsy Greene and others to work on Improving Horse Pasture Management in Vermont.
Dr. Betsy Greene earned her AAS and BS from Morehead State University, an MS from the University of Arizona, and a Ph.D from Kansas State University. She worked at Washington State University for seven years, and is currently an Associate Professor and the Extension Equine Specialist at the University of Vermont.
Karen Lassell went to Miner Institute in 1991 following graduation from the University of New Hampshire with a B.S. in Animal Science, Equine Option. As the Equine Manager, her job encompasses both the care of the Morgan Horse herd and the equine education programs. With several foals each year there is always a horse in training for one of the many disciplines, including English, Western, and driving. Karen is a Regional Vice President for the New York State Horse Council and is current president of the Champlain Valley Morgan Horse Association.
Pieter Prinsloo is a sales representative with Alltech Vermont. His territory is Vermont/ New England region. He graduated from Ohio State University in 2007 with B.S. degree from Animal Science department and is originally from South Africa.
Dr. Josie Trott received a degree in Agricultural Science from the University of Sydney (1995) and her PhD (1999) in Zoology and Molecular Biology from University of Melbourne. Following a postdoctoral position at the National Cancer Institute (1999-2001), she taught in the equine program in the UVM Animal Science department and is currently working at UC Davis. She is a certified Equine Body Worker from Equinology.
Dr. Phil van Harreveld –. Dr. Phil graduated from North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1996. In 2001, Dr. Phil was certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons in large animal surgery. During his surgical residency, Dr. Phil received a Masters Degree in Veterinary Clinical Sciences from Kansas State University for research work in the field of equine joint and bone biomechanics. Dr. Phil’s special interests include lameness examination, soft tissue and reproductive surgery, and the management of medical and surgical equine colic. He currently co-owns and operates Vermont Large Animal Clinic Equine Hospital in Milton, Vermont.
Ruth Ventala has worked for Land O'Lakes Purina Feed since 1987 as an Account Manager and Equine Nutrition Specialist. Ruth received her BS in Animal Science from Delaware Valley College of Science and Agriculture. She has been recognized for her many achievements in sales and leadership. Ruth enjoys working with and educating horse owners in developing whole horse nutritional programs.
Dr. Jenny Wilkinson earned her veterinary degree at Cornell University and practiced with Vermont Large Animal Clinic and Equine Hospital until January, 2008. She is currently a lecturer in the Animal Science Department at the University of Vermont.
Efficiency Vermont - The nation's first statewide provider of energy efficiency services, Efficiency Vermont is operated by an independent, non-profit organization under contract to the Vermont Public Service Board. Efficiency Vermont provides technical assistance and financial incentives to Vermont households and businesses, to help them reduce their energy costs with energy-efficient equipment and lighting and with energy-efficient approaches to construction and renovation.
"Doin' the Distance" - A group of over forty (OK, way over) seasoned female endurance riders give you their thoughts on training for everything from a twenty five mile limited distance competitive trail ride to a FEI level one day 100 mile endurance ride.
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Included in this demonstration will be "Synthetic " a nine year old Russian race bred, Arabian gelding that is currently competing at the FEI level. Let us mentor you, because if we can do it, you can too!
More experts will be added as they are confirmed - check back soon!