We’re thrilled to announce the date for our hands-on, educational day focused on horsemanship and equine care for both youth and adults in our local community! 🐴✨
📅 When: Saturday, January 17th, 2026 (TBD)
📍 Where: Keepsake Equestrian Center
👩🏫 Who: Open to riders, horse owners, and enthusiasts of all levels!
This one-day event will feature professionals sharing their expertise on essential topics of horse care and management, including:
🐎 Recognizing colic early and when surgery may be necessary with head surgeon Dr. Nate McClellan- Equine Specialty Hospital
🦶 Good hoof care and maintenance (Farrier demonstrations)
🚑 Emergency care and what to do while waiting for your vet (multiple vet clinics in the Western PA Region)
🦴 Equine chiropractic and bodywork
🥕 Equine nutrition and feeding best practices
🏆 FEI jogs – what professionals look for
🎀 Proper polo wrapping and show turnout techniques
🥇Judges- From conformation to new Dressage tests for 2026
AND SO MUCH MORE!
We’ll have separate sessions for youth and adults, ensuring everyone learns at the right level.
Local Pony Club and 4-H members are especially encouraged to attend for a day full of learning, community, and fun! 💚
👉 Professionals: If you’d like to participate as a speaker or demonstrator, please reach out — we’d love to include you!
👉 Barns & Riders: Mark your calendars and stay tuned for registration details!
Let’s kick off 2026 with a day of learning, connection, and great horsemanship! 🐴💫
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