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Just Horsin' Around is the brainchild of a small group of people that came together to try to help the unwanted, neglected and abused horses of B.C. We have watched a number of Equine Rescues come and go for various reasons, but found that the Equine needs generally are NOT being satisfactorily addressed or resolved.
There are more abused and starving horses seized in the Province all of the time. Some make the news, and some are quietly treated without being in the spotlight. To continue these seizures, funding is needed to rehabilitate them. Costs such as feed, Vet care, Farrier, training and or retraining to make these horses suitable for new homes. Sometimes, long term rehabilitation is required due to the degree of abuse endured by these horses.
We believe that by fundraising for the B.C. SPCA, that this is the most effective way to help the neglected and unwanted horse. This way is not only legal, but consistent. It provides for the animals via the Emergency Welfare Equine Fund - specifically for the use of horses only.
With the massive fires in the Kamloops and Kelowna areas this past summer, and with the recent seizure of 29 horses from the Vernon Rescue, it is understandable that the B.C. SPCA funds are dwindling.
A few of us decided that we would like to help the seized horses in whatever way we could. So, when we heard that winter blankets were needed for them, we asked a few locals for support, and it created an immediate ripple effect. Within the week we had enough blankets for the entire herd and then some. As well halters, lead ropes, leg wraps, ointments and grain were donated.
Shipping was handled by Trish at Crofton Stables, and Kevan at H-4 Equine Transport. The donated equipment was moved to the Interior by these kind folks for free, in their effort to help.
Next May 15th and 16th we are hosting an event called "Just Horsin' Around" at Beban Park in Nanaimo. We will have Booths, Demonstrations and Clinics. It should be an action packed couple of days, with something for everyone interested in horses. We hope to cover fencing, feeding, hoof care, lameness, saddle fit, bedding, tack, health care and many other topics of comfort for our equine partners. In our demos we are aiming to cover everything from vaulting to driving to trailer safety, to youngster starting, to search and rescue on horse back. And of course, many different fields of horse training. We want to showcase all aspects of the horse.
We are getting a lot of positive feedback from many representatives willing to work together to make this event a success. Plus, it is being held in the mid Island and should get a huge draw of support due to its easy access of location. We plan on it being the first of a yearly event too!
Our first goal is to help by fundraising to provide for abused and neglected equines, via the B.C. SPCA. Our second goal is to enjoy a weekend of horse fun. A 'Win- Win' all the way around!
We hope that you also will be able to come, and make this event the BEST it can be. We hope to see you there!
If you would like to be part of this exciting weekend please feel free to contact one of the committee members! We can offer you tremendous exposure on our website, with a link back to your website, as well as the opportunity for extensive publicity and media coverage throughout our event! For your convenience, REGISTRATION FORM is available on-line!
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