Equine Program Volunteers

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The D. E. King Equine Program Volunteers (EPVs) are a group of people from the community, as well as students, who volunteer their time and expertise to support the D.E. King Equine Program goals in two ways. Some help produce, manage and run the annual U. A. horse events. Others guest lecture or volunteer their professional skills. Currently we have lawyers, veterinarians, store clerks, accountants, bookkeepers, emergency medical technicians, nurses, librarians, artists, photographers, physical therapists, physicians, an apprentice architect, secretaries, horse trainers, carpenters, horse farm managers, and many other professionals. All sacrifice their free time, or in some truly devoted instances use their vacation time, to support this program and its goals.

The EPV’s were first established in the Spring of 2000. Tamara Denard, now Hazlett, was the first EPV. She served as Event Coordinator spending untold hours lining up demonstrations and help for the 1st U. A. Horse Festival. Currently there are 81 people on the EPV email list. Directly involving our students with professionals of a diverse background and expertise is absolutely invaluable to their education. Let me repeat that ABSOLUTELY INVALUABLE TO THEIR EDUCATION! In 2004 EPV’s donated almost 2918 hours. From a monetary point of view, at minimum wage ($5.15) an hour, that’s $15,032! Be assured, all of our EPV’s are worth much more than minimum wage.

Without the support and input from the EPV’s the D. E. King Equine Program simply could not be run at the level of excellence that it currently maintains. The students, staff, and members of the Animal Science Department would like to say “thank you” to our EPV’s. If you are currently a member or would like to like to learn more about our program please join us at our annual EPV Appreciation Pot Luck Dinner. It will be held September 1st, 6 – 9:00 p.m. at Agri Park. The D. E. King Equine Program will provide the main dishes and desert. See you there!

Hobbs Trail Final Decision

During the meeting the SPRTC made the final decision regarding the mulit-use trail at Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area (HSP-CA).  Their specific action was that, "Designated trails within open hunting zones at HSP-CA will be closed to all users except hunters during the modern gun hunt approximately five days), the muzzle load hunt (approximately five days),  and mornings until 12:00 p.m. noon during the spring turkey season".

However, in a subsequent motion the SPRTC voted to defer implementing the entire regulation immediately.  Until such time that additional trails are constructed at HSP-CA, the multi-use, Pigeon Roost and Shadox Hollow trails will be open to all users during the spring turkey season. 

Thank you for your input and comments.  They were valuable as the SPRTC worked through the process of finalizing users' access to the multi-use trail at HSP-CA.

Sincerely,
Greg Butts, Director Arkansas State Parks

Youth Achievements

Tarek Faris, age 11, is a 5th grade student of Washington Elementary and the son of Laurie Harris of Fayetteville, and Kays Faris of Washington State.  It's only natural that he should love horses, his last name, in Arabic, means "Horseman".

Tarek started riding at age 4 on his family horse; an Arabian gelding named Habibi.  By the time Tarek was 6 his family moved overseas for 2 years and had to give up the family horse.  Being back in Fayetteville for 3 years now, his family is still hoping to arrange the circumstances for a place suitable for owning horses.  Meanwhile, Tarek is enjoying taking lessons at Cedar Springs Equestrian Center, Farmington.  He is also an EPV for the D.E. King Equine Program (along with his family) and has been quite helpful selling pizza at the Horse Festival.

This summer Tarek had a great opportunity to assist in barn activities at Meremel Farms, West Fork, where he also enjoyed some extra riding lessons.  It was a wonderful experience for Tarek, as he would far rather spend his time being busy in a horse barn than sitting inside playing video games.  "Tarek is to be commended for his hard work and willingness to help!" says Meremel Farms manager K. Jogan.

Tarek's dream for the future is to have a horse of his own.  His interests are trail riding, endurance riding and jumping.  For now he plans to continue gaining experience and training.  Who knows what the future will bring? 

Equine Newsline Blog

On June 27 the Equine Newsline Blog was launched.  Since then, at least two of our bloggers have notified me of successful horse sales, and that occurred within the first 2 weeks!  It's really rewarding to hear the blog has already been a helpful tool to our readers!

Q.  How do I post a photo on the blog?
A.  Blogger.com has installed a helpful tool for adding photos to your posts.  If you would like to include a photo with your post, just send it by email to: equine@uark.edu and I will do my best to include as many as possible.  Also be sure to include a copy of your post with the email. 

Q.  How can I remove a post I submitted?
A.  In order to keep posting processes as simple as possible yet still maintain a moderate level of security and protection to posts made by other members, the only method to remove posts at this time is by sending mail to equine@uark.edu with a request and reason for having a post removed, as well as the subject and content to identify the post you would like to have removed.

HAPPY BLOGGING! 

www.equinenewsline.blogspot.com

Open Show at Wash. Cnty. Fair Moved!

Attention Exhibitors
Washington County Fair NEWS

Due to a scheduling conflict, the Open Horse Show at the Washington County Fair will undergo a change of location - the show will be held on Saturday, August 20th, at the U of A Pauline Whitaker Arena in Fayetteville. Please contact Cindy Pharr, Horse Superintendent, at 479-824-3747 or pharrsha@pgtc.com for further information about the show.

IMPORTANT: If you opt to fill out your entry form ahead of time, make sure the EIA verifier initials your form! Otherwise, you will be sent back out to the verifier before you can give us your entries!
Show Bill |  Entry Form

West Nile Information from MERIAL

Pea Ridge - New Horse Trailhead

This new trailhead was built by the park's Youth Conservation Corps and is a great example of our community's young people in action.  It opened Saturday, June 25, 2005.

The new trailhead is on the park's tour road near the site of the Winton Springs House, just past tour stop one. There is plenty of shade and places to tie horses while gear is loaded and unloaded. In addition, there is a bulletin board for those using the horse trail to keep up with current conditions.

The existing trailhead will close Friday evening for the last time and be used for future special events.

Pea Ridge National Military Park preserves the site of and commemorates the March 1862 Civil War battle that helped Union forces gain control of Missouri. The park is located 10 miles north of Rogers on Highway 62. The entrance fee is $3 per adult or $5 per carload.

Pea Ridge National Military Park
15930 Highway 62
Garfield, AR 72732
http://www.nps.gov/peri
479-451-8122 phone

Job Opportunity

Position Announcement
In response to an equine initiative at the University of Kentucky, Animal and Food Sciences is advertising an Equine Nutirional Physiology position. See the attached announcement

Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor of Animal Sciences. 75% Research, 25% Teaching, 12-month tenure track position.

Specialization: Nutritional Physiologist - Equine Emphasis

University of Kentucky, Lexington
Phone: 859-257-7509
E-mail: llawrenc@uky.edu

KALEIDOSCOPE HORSE RESCUE

An incident report is on file with the Stone County Sheriff re: the attempted theft of our horses, but no suspects have yet been determined.  If anyone has any info, please let them know.

We have adopted out Flash, Baby and Bo to the Inmans near Springdale AR. They are settling in well and seem happy.

We have a new arrival, Prince, a 17H reg APHA gelding, pretty loudly marked. His heels were 4" too long causing lameness. He is down 2" and we will continue to bring him down inch by inch until he is normal again. We have been stretching him, wrapping him, giving him supps and bute and have him in a small pen to alleviate any undue stress as he is extremely uncomfortable. Once back to normal he was a rodeo pick up horse and is kid safe and well broke. We hope for him to be sound soon.

Our farm has been logged and we now need volunteers to help with the cleanup and building fences. Contact Lois to help 870-591-6731.

We are looking for a 3-4 horse bp trailer and a 3/4 ton truck, cheap. Donations toward their purchase would be gratefully appreciated.

Hay is a big problem, round or square bales desperately needed

Mares Suffering in Louisiana Climate

I am in desperate need to place two aged mares in a sanctuary setting. One can be adopted out, but the other must be in a refuge were she will be protected, cared for and safe. Their information is listed below.

Both of these mares have heaves and suffer greatly in this coastal climate here in South Louisiana during the hot summer months. A dryer climate or at least a place that does not have the mold spores we have here is needed for these girls.

Babe is a 20+ year old Quarter Horse red dun mare. She has brands {33} on her hind quarters.. very little info is known about her. Babe is sound and has no other problems other than her heaves, could be ridden lightly. Babe could have come from a premerin farm or served her life in broodmare band. Gets on very well with other horses and handles good, no vices. Easy keeper and gentle boss to the geldings she is with. Loads very very well and trailers great. This sweet mare was about dead when she arrived at HARP and has blossomed under the gentle hands of her Foster mom. Her permanent home has fell thru and she needs to get to safety before the hot summer months are here. This mare can be adopted out to an approved home

Travesura (M-D Travesura de Predilecto) is a 19 year old Peruvian Paso mare, lame since 1992 due to a shoulder injury, now has arthritic changes and some suspensory ligament troubles, but basically is a happy camper out on pasture. Very well-mannered, had excellent training and is good with all other horses that aren't too rough for her. Very good to put babies with, she's a good nanny, teaches them manners without being harsh. Good with horses with physical problems, debilitated horses that need a buddy. Easy, easy keeper, does well on good hay and pasture. Allergic to South Louisiana. Wonderful for teaching other horses how to load, but she can't get in a step-up trailer. Doesn't need joint nutraceuticals or anything. Just regular worming, hoof-care (and her feet are pretty good). Likes people okay, but not terribly bonded, just as soon be with other horses. She's very sweet with people, though. Loves carrots and other treats. This mare has been through many things and has seen many places. A permanent forever place where she can live out her days with horse buddies is greatly needed for this girl - Euthanasia is the only option if a safe haven cannot be found where she will not suffer so greatly as she does here in S. Louisiana.

Please pass this on if you cannot help any other way. For more information or pictures please email or feel free to call. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Debra Reid Vice President
Hooved Animal Rescue & Placement Inc.
985-878-0741 hm 985-320-2556 cell
www.harprescue.com