Here are highlights of some of the many informative and entertaining events on this year’s Equifest Events schedule for Saturday, September 17th:
Buster McLaury’s Horsemanship Demo
Clinician and legendary Master Horseman Buster McLaury shows you the ropes during his Ranch Horse Parts I & II demonstrations on Saturday, September 17th.
When & Where: 9:30 am (Part I) & 12:30 pm (Part II) Purina VSI Clinicians Tent
EDSS Hoofcare Talk with Gene Ovnicek
Gene Ovnicek is nationally and internationally recognized as a farrier, clinician and researcher. A pioneer in the study of wild horse hoof form and function, Gene has combined his over 50 years of farrier experience with information from other scientific research as a foundation for treating and preventing equine lameness.
When & Where: 11 am (Purina VSI Clinicians Tent) & 1 pm (Nutro
Noble Outfitters Outdoor Education Center)
Waterborne Illnesses in All Animals/First Aid On the Trail with Dr. Rick Brady
Dr. Rick Brady, PhD, DVM, owns Tumbleweed Veterinary Hospital in Cottonwood and is a member of the board of directors for the Arizona Veterinary Medical Association. In his free time, he loves caring for his horses and trail riding.
When & Where: 10 am (NutriSource Blue Buffalo Indoor Ed Center) & 1 pm (Nutro
Noble Outfitters Outdoor Education Center)
Tiki’s Grand Adventure with Carol Fontana
Fascinating tales and lessons learned from Tiki and Carol Fontana, the first solo horse and rider to complete the 800-mile Arizona Trail. Tiki will be tacked up as he was on the Trail. Carol will be happy to answer questions. Olsen’s was a proud sponsor of the adventure which raised funds and awareness for Prescott Area Shelter Services.
When & Where: 12:30 pm (Nutro Noble Outfitters Outdoor Education Center)
Sheep Herding Demo with Molly Wisecarver of Double M Stock Dogs
Molly Wisecarver has been a herder since 1989, when she was bitten by the “herding” bug as competitive barrel racer. Now a world class herding competitor and trainer, Molly owns Double M Stock Dogs, a breeding, boarding and training facility.
When & Where: 10:30 am & 1:30 pm, Canidae Dog Activity Tent
Dog Obedience & Agility with Jeri Holton of Farbenholt Kennels
Jeri Holton of Farbenholt Kennels & Dog Training has successfully trained and titled dogs in AKC obedience shows, Schutzhund trials (German dog sport), and stock dog herding events. With Farbenholt partner, Ray Farben, they have a combined experience of nearly 60 years in dog training, Jeri began her career in 1981 and Ray became a certified dog trainer in 1988.
When & Where: 11 am, Canidae Dog Activity Center
Ongoing Activities – Sponsored by Taste of the Wild & Nutrena:
Test Ride A Horse – Horses with H.E.A.R.T.
Rescue Horse Adoption Yavapai Humane Society
Police K-9 Demonstration
Antique Tractor Display – Mile High Tractor Club
Test Drive a Tractor – Bingham Equipment Co.
Kids’ Activities Area- Sponsored by Earthborn Holistic
Build a Stick Horse with the Yavapai Cowbells – 9 am til Noon – Sponsored by Purina
Stick Horse Races for Kids – 12:30 pm
Olsen’s Petting Zoo