Wednesday Mini Mag

Annual Meeting Set For Kansas Horse Council Serving Equine Industry With Leadership, Education And Policy By Frank J. Buchman

Time is now to become involved in the future of everything involved with horses in Kansas and the nation. “The annual meeting of the Kansas Horse Council (KHC) is scheduled Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Osage City Fairgrounds,” announced Justine Staten. In the Community Building, activities are set to begin with musical entertainment by Steve Boyce Saturday morning at 11 o’clock. “Highlighted by a noon banquet, admission is free with adjournment planned by mid-afternoon,” said the KHC executive director. However reservations for the noon meal served by Barkin’ Dawgs are required by emailing director@kansashorsecouncil.com or calling 785-776-0662.

“We’re especially pleased to have Ernie Rodina of Better Horses Worldwide as our featured speaker,” Staten said. Rodina is a longtime advocate for all matter’s horses throughout the world. He is prominently recognized for his syndicated weekly Better Horses radio and television programs and quarterly newspaper. “Certainly, ‘Ernie is most enthusiastic for betterment of horses and their owners. He’ll have a very education and always enjoyable presentation,” Staten assured.

Additional features of the KHC session will be updates on issues relating horses including legislation, trails, events, health and wellness. “The Kansas Horse Council’s main fund-raising event is the EquiFest of Kansas,” Staten reminded. “So, details about EquiFest 2021, set March 5-6-7, at Salina will also be reviewed.” Many people including horse owners and others with heartfelt interests in horses still don’t completely understand what the KHC is. “We provide the Kansas equine industry with leadership and direction through education, promotion and public policy advocacy,” Staten explained. “Regional directors and representatives are passionate about horses and the horse industry in Kansas,” Staten assured. “They are the link between what’s happening in your area and what’s happening at the KHC headquarters in Manhattan.”

Those representatives are said to help promote and inform keeping everyone updated and engaged in the Kansas equine industry. “They often assist with activities, planning regional meetings and events that bring us all together,” Staten added.