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AHC Publishes Horse Industry Guide to Getting Involved in the 2008 Elections
Industry News
(7/31/2008)
The American Horse Council has released “Getting Involved in the 2008 Elections,” a federal election guide for the horse industry. The guide stemmed from the program at the AHC’s National Issues Forum in Washington explaining how the horse industry could take advantage of the 2008 federal elections to get more involved with their elected representatives.
“The 2008 elections are a great opportunity for horse associations, businesses and individuals to step up and be heard by the candidates, incumbents and those running for the first time,” said AHC Chairman Nick Nicholson. “Remember, they want to hear from you, they want your help and most of all they want your votes. This is an opportunity to educate them about the issues important to the horse community and show them your votes are important.” The AHC 2008 election guide explains how to do this.
The guide discusses why the horse industry should get involved in the upcoming elections and ways individuals and organizations can go about doing so. It includes sections on why candidates care about the horse community, being able to communicate issues of importance to the horse industry, getting to know the candidates, volunteering and fundraising, as well as knowing the laws governing political activities.
“I believe this guide will be an important resource for all members of the horse community who wish to play a greater role in the democratic process,” said AHC President Jay Hickey.
Copies of “Getting Involved in the 2008 Elections” can be obtained by contacting the AHC at (202)296-4031 or by email at ahc@horsecouncil.org.
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Good advice from MyHorse.com:
While vaccinating horses against the mosquito-borne West Nile Virus has greatly reduced the number of equine deaths from WNV in the past few years, it’s still cause for concern.
Both horses and humans should be protected from mosquito bites as much as possible.
In Massachusetts, state health officials are expecting a record number of disease carrying pests this year, while a child in the Salt Lake City area came down with the first human case of the disease in Utah this year. Human and horse cases have been reported in New Mexico, California and the Northeast.
Although your horses may be vaccinated and protected, you aren’t. When you’re working outside with your horses, remember to wear long sleeves and long pants, use a DEET or lemon eucalyptus repellant, avoid dusk and dawn, remove or turn over containers that have standing water and regularly scrub water troughs to remove algae. It has been shown that bug zappers and some natural fly and insect repellents do not work against mosquitoes.
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Equestrian Aid Foundation Exceeds $1 Million in Donations
Industry News
(7/24/2008)
More than $1 million has been raised and distributed by the Equestrian Aid Foundation (EAF) to support equestrians with life-threatening illnesses or catastrophic injuries. The 12-year-old nonprofit provides funding for medical, healthcare, rehabilitation and essential expenses such as housing and food, to its grant recipients throughout their time of need.
“This milestone is so much more than a number. It represents all the people who have needed the Equestrian Aid Foundation to get through a really tough time, as well as all the donors who understood the responsibility we have as equestrians to take care of our own,” said R. Scot Evans, president of the EAF and one of its several founders. “Thanks to our many donors over the years, the Equestrian Aid Foundation has been able to make a monumental difference in the lives of so many that share our passion for horses and horse sports.”
Established in 1996 as the Equestrian AIDS Foundation, financially assisting those in the equestrian community with HIV/AIDS, the organization expanded its mission in 2006 to provide assistance to those suffering from a catastrophic accident, injury or illness and changed its name to the Equestrian Aid Foundation. Applicants for aid have increased with its new mission, creating a need for more funding. Last year the EAF began offering multi-level yearly memberships and monthly donor programs to ensure a consistent income of support for its recipients. Since support from the horse world has become critical to achieving this new mission, the EAF has also expanded into corporate and association sponsorships.
In March the EAF made international headline news when one of its board of governors also became a recipient after a fall in competition. While former Olympic eventer Darren Chiacchia is recognized around the world, most of the EAF’s recipients remain in relative anonymity. Recipients have few similarities, other than a need for assistance and their love of horses. They come from all walks of life—riders (professional and amateur), farriers, show organizers, trainers and managers; diverse disciplines—both Western and English; well-known competitors and pleasure riders; ages ranging from 14 to 56; and living in all parts of the country—both urban and rural.
“Our recipients are mostly ordinary people with an extraordinary love of horses,” said Janise Gray, director of grant recipient services for the EAF and one of its former executive directors. As an integral part of the EAF since its inception, Gray added, “in many cases, I am the only person in the organization who knows a recipients’ identity. I am privileged and honored to know them as I do. They have changed my life with their indomitable spirit, spirituality and love—of life and horses.
“Our many generous benefactors enable EAF to give its recipients the dignity, quality of life and the most fundamental—hope—they deserve.” Gray concluded, “The ride for hope is more than a motto for those involved with the EAF—it’s also the ride for life.”
To learn more about the EAF and its memberships, donations and corporate sponsorships, visit www.equestrianaidfoundation.org.
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I just had to reprint this from MyHorse.com, as it speaks volumes. Happy reading!
July 23, 2008
by Maureen Gallatin
We were saddened last week to hear that Tony Snow, the newscaster, then presidential spokesperson, passed away. I didn’t know him personally, but he influenced my world when I saw him on TV. His smile and positive manner exuded confidence and a love of life. His fellow broadcasters all talked about Tony’s upbeat manner, decency as a person, and cheerfulness even when under pressure.
A long time ago I learned that there are people who drain your batteries and people who charge them. After a difficult experience with someone who drained my batteries, I made up my mind to be a battery charger – to leave people a little better off than when I found them. Often just a kind word or a smile will do it. But sometimes I have to bite my tongue so I don’t say something that may drain their batteries.
That’s not to suggest that I think everyone should be blindly optimistic. But it is to say that we should be aware that even small interactions have an effect on people. I’m always intrigued by the attitude of grocery store checkers. In our town, there’s one checker who is a delight. She is always “in the moment.” She pays attention to what she’s doing and has a pleasant manner. There’s another who I avoid. She has a put-upon expression, and clearly the customers are an annoyance to her. I’m sure she wants the paycheck, but she doesn’t want the job.
What the sour gal doesn’t know is that her day would go a lot better if she was nice to people. Her attitude drains her batteries as well as the batteries of the people she checks out.
When batteries run low, confidence does too. But when we encounter a cheery attitude, confidence builds, like when your horse hears the crunch of a carrot. He perks up, and we do too. Maybe smiles are like carrots.
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Parelli: Zero to Hero Episode 2
As the pressure built, Pat Parelli knew he must find a way to live according to his mentors’ principles or the life he was living might just kill him.
Discovering the secret truths about horses, Pat realized where his destiny lay, but what sort of man would he have to become to change the world…?
It is time for you to decide: has Pat Parelli become a rebel or a visionary?
Do not miss this opportunity to see the amazing and moving conclusion to Pat’s life story- Parelli: Zero to Hero.
This is must see, event TV!
WATCH ON SATURDAY: JULY 12th RFD-TV
(DISH Channel 231 and DirecTV Channel 379)
1pm EST / 10am PST
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From MyHorse.com:
Are the trails where you ride in danger of being developed? Consider forming a trail-preservation club with your riding buddies. Having an official name, website, and an army of help can facilitate a dialogue with your local government authorities about sponsoring and maintaining the trails you frequent.
Post fliers for an initial club meeting at your favorite trailheads and/or in your area’s tack and feed stores, with the owners’ permission. Send meeting dates and times to your regional horse publication for its community-events section. You’ll find out just how many people are using the trails you’d like to save.
After you’ve assembled a core group, find out how you can help conserve trails by contacting your state’s horse council, your county extension office, and the Equestrian Land Conservation Resource (815/858-3501; www.elcr.org).
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