Seminars / Clinics
2010 Egyptian Event Seminars
Plan to attend these complementary, informative seminars and be a part of our dedication to continued education for Arabian horse owners, breeders, trainers, horsemen and enthusiasts.
CLINIC - Arabian Movement: Assessing Conformation in the Working Egyptian Arabian Horse.
Presenter(s): Scott Benjamin, horseman, trainer, judge; John Shelle, professor, Michigan State University
PART I: MONDAY, June 7, 2010 9:00 a.m., COVERED ARENA
PART II: TUESDAY, June 8, 2010 8:00 a.m., COVERED ARENA
The second in a set of conformation assessment seminars, to be offered on two mornings early in the week, focusing on conformation in Egyptian Arabian horses, these clinics follow up on the very successful clinics at the 2009 Egyptian Event and the 2008 National Egyptian Breeders' Conference. Again, the clinics will give attendees an extended opportunity to assess conformational elements using live subjects.
Out of the Desert: A Narrative Journey
Presenter: Peter Upton
THURSDAY, June 10, 2010
8:00 a.m., PATRONS' LOUNGE
Peter Upton's knowledge of the history of the Arabian horse world-wide is unique. A rare opportunity to meet and hear from the noted historian, poet and artist, this seminar is an open window on the exodus of the horse from the Arabian desert and its journey into the Western world.
Going Green in the Barn: Natural Alternatives for Horse Wellness
Presenter: Jamie Roberts, Nirvana Farms, MO
FRIDAY, June 11, 2010
8:00 a.m., PATRONS' LOUNGE
Providing good health care for our horses is a critical part of horse ownership, especially when mares and foals are involved. This seminar will discuss how herbs are one of nature's means of maintaining balanced health for horses (and humans too!). Herbal health products support the body to maintain balance and wellness down to the cellular level, resulting in a healthier, happy horse. Learning about natural health care can empower you with the knowledge needed to become the primary health provider for your animals. This seminar will also help you to be prepared when a health imbalance or emergency arises.
Genetic Disorders: CURRENT STATUS AND FUTURE IMPACT
A Panel Discussion
Presenters: Beth Minnich, Chair, AHA Task Force on Genetic Diseases; Paul Husband, Attorney specializing in equine law; Christie Metz, breeder, Silver Maple Farm.
Saturday, June 12, 2010
8:00 a.m., PATRONS' LOUNGE
Rapid advances in genetic science, especially the sequencing of the equine genome, have allowed researchers to identify the genetic basis for Cerebellar Abiotrophy (CA) and Lavender Foal Syndrome (LFS). Tests for these disorders, together with that for SCID (Severe Combined Immunodeficienty Disorder), give Arabian breeders tools for managing their breeding decisions so as to avoid producing affected foals. This seminar continues ongoing discussions of breeders' responsibility for making breeding decisions carefully and for disclosing information about the presence of such disorders in their horses.
Special thanks to M. Kent Mayfield, Ph.D., Education Committee Chair, for coordinating this year's outstanding seminar series.
