Canad Inn’s Lecture Hall

Tammy McKenzie

Tammy McKenzie completed her doctorate in psychology specializing in animal cognition in 2005. Tammy received her degree from the University of Western Ontario. Presently she is a professor at Brandon University in the Department of Psychology. Tammy’s research program focuses on cognition in horses, in particular visual processing of objects and category learning.

Processing Visual Information By Horses

4-H

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Bob Kaufman

Bob has conducted colt starting and horsemanship clinics in B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Montana, and has started over 1000 colts in his 37 years of ranching.    He continues to bring along a few young horses each year, and offers a couple for sale as they become dependable and more finished mounts. He has also placed at a number of working ranch horse competitions, and has judged the Trainer’s Challenge for the Mane Event in Red Deer, Alberta. Bob also brings a unique back ground of experience to his saddle making and leather craft business.

He began what has become a passion towards excellence in designing and constructing all types of leather work, with saddles being the most demanding item.  Bob is mostly self taught, but has been inspired by many traditional and highly respected saddle makers  in north America, as well as many others devoted in using leather to express an art form through home decor, and unique art such as framed pictures, day timers, belts, or usable related horse gear such as bridles and chaps. He enjoys making different and new items, and all his ideas come from everyday life working with livestock, viewing the panorama of grassland where he works, and the influence of wildlife and nature.

Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA)

The Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA)’s purpose is to promote excellence in safety and education for the benefit of individuals and group riding programs in the horse industry. CHA certifies riding instructors/coaches and trail guides, accredits equestrian facilities and provides support and educational resources for all equestrians throughout the United States and Canada.

CHA offers certification for trail guides, instructors of riders with disabilities, equine facility managers, recreational vaulting coaches, college coaches and seasonal equestrian staff as well as standard English and Western certification. CHA also offers site accreditation to help with insurance costs and safety at your facility. Anyone can attend CHA regional conferences and the annual International Conference that is held in the fall. These gatherings include mounted lessons for the participants, seminars and interactive lectures.

Equine First Aid

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Kelly Campbell

Growing up, horses have always been a part of the Campbell family.  From a young age, Kelly has learned to be responsible for her horses care and preparation for the ring.  Kelly is strongly known for her professionally turned out horses.  Returning from spending the winter in Thermal, California she is starting her business K.Campbell Equestrian where she will specialize in preparing horses and riders for competition.   In her session, she will share her grooming tips that she has learned work for her.

Manitoba Pony Club

MPC is an organization run by volunteers for young people who are interested in riding, learning about and/or caring for horses or ponies. Join us for an informative presentation on membership & what children can expect as a member of Manitoba Pony Club!

Mounted Shooting

Mounted shooting is the fastest growing equestrian sport in North America. It is a fast paced event that combines horsemanship with safe firearms handling and shooting skills. Similar to barrel racing with poles and cowboy shooting added. Two .45 calibre single action revolvers with special blank ammunition are used to shoot balloon targets while riding your horse through over 100 competition patterns. This is a timed event with penalties assessed for missed targets and overturned barrels.

Day 1 = Firearms and Equipment

• Introduction to mounted shooting
• Type of ammunition used
• Types of guns used (.45 Colt revolver, rifle, shotgun)
• Holsters
• Getting a RPAL
• ATT
• MMSA Membership & MHC Insurance
• Arena equipment (poles, balloon holders, air compressor, pylons, balloons, etc.)

Day 2 = Horses and Arenas

• Introduction to mounted shooting
• Horse safety
• Protection equipment (for horse and humans)
• Required horsemanship
• Required horse suitability
• Approved event locations
• Arena procedure & display of equipment (cap guns, bull whip, maybe our own guns, etc)

Day 3 = Events, Practices and Competitions

• Introduction to mounted shooting
• Approved event locations
• Home practice
• MMSA schedule for practice and competitions
• CMSA patterns
• Competing in Canada
• Competing in USA
• Future of Manitoba mounted shooting. Rural clubs, min 10 members required.

Western College of Veterinary Medicine

The Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) at the University of Saskatchewan is the premier centre of veterinary education, research and expertise in Western Canada. More than 450 undergraduate and graduate students are enrolled at the internationally-recognized college that includes a veterinary medical centre, an equine performance centre, a provincial diagnostic laboratory and large-scale research facilities. The WCVM’s Equine Health Research Fund annually invests nearly $200,000 in research grants, fellowships and a summer research program for undergraduate veterinary students.

Dr. Dawne Nairne, DVM

Dr. Nairn graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) in 2012 and is now pursuing a combined Master of Science degree and clinical residency program in theriogenology (reproduction). Before attending the WCVM, Dr. Nairn was a registered animal health technologist who worked in mixed animal and equine practice for 20 years. She lived in the interior of British Columbia where she raised a family as well as horses and cattle on a working cattle ranch. Her Interests include equestrian riding, choral singing and city league dodgeball. Last, but not least, Dr. Nairn is the proud owner of a giant foal.

Dr. Everett More

Dr. Everett More graduated from University of Saskatchewan Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 1972 and joined the Virden Animal Hospital at Virden, MB. Most of his practice time is devoted to horses. He has a special interest is equine dentistry. Routine dental exams and treatment will improve the efficiency with which a horse chews his foods as well as improve their comfort and responsiveness to the bit while being ridden. In addition, dental care while young will prevent or minimize serious dental problems in the geriatric horse. Dr. Everett More has been actively involved with the beef and equine industry all his life.

Dr. Joe King

Dr. King was raised on an equine ranch near Lenore, MB. He grew up playing hockey during the winter and competing in team roping and high school rodeo during the rest of the year. After graduating high school in June, 2000, Joe worked a variety of jobs including ranch hand, bin builder and truck driver before traveling to Australia on a back-packing adventure from Nov. 2o01 until May 2002. After returning home, Joe decided to go back to school to pursue and education in veterinary medicine. Dr. King now works with the Virden Animal Hospital in his hometown of Virden, MB.  Virden Animal Hospital is a rapidly expanding practice with 6 full-time veterinarians and offers services covering all species large and small. Dr. King works primarily with horses and has a special interest in equine lameness, sports medicine and surgery.

Unbridled

Unbridled facilitators

Unbridled workshops are an interactive experience that develop:  leadership skills, team building, decision-making skills, goal setting, verbal and non-verbal communication skills, creating and holding focus, effective boundaries, breaking free from limitations, and personal authenticity.  These aspects of training will be discussed throughout the presentation.

Facilitators are

• Cain Quam, 30 year professional horse trainer
• Roberta Quam, 4 year professional yoga instructor
• Judy Wright, Master Ed. Psych., 24 years in private practice and working with corporations
• David Beriault, M.A. Ed.(counseling), head guidance counselor, O’Neill High School, 32 years in the Regina school system