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KHC is the state’s largest equine network providing members with access to purchase discounts and youth equine scholarships. “The KHC Foundation 501c3 was founded in 2003. It is to encourage learning and higher education pursuits of individuals involved in the equine industry,” Staten pointed out. “An additional unique feature of the KHC is the horsemanship rewards program recognizing members for time spent enjoying their equine friends,” Staten said. Marty Bloomquist, KHC board member from Tecumseh, oversees the rewards program. Students, individuals and family memberships automatically include a million-dollar personal excess liability insurance policy. It provides protection in the event a horse does damage to person or property. The Kansas Equine Directory features membership listings, horse events and trail riding opportunities. “Members can list equine services and businesses for free,” Staten said. “Make this the hub for all things equine in Kansas. Encourage your equine service providers too; it’s that easy.” Kansas Horse Council license plates are available at county courthouses. “Show your love for horses and the horse industry in Kansas everywhere you drive,” Staten encouraged. “All are welcome and you don’t even need to be a current KHC member.” KHC officers include Jim Thomas, Lyndon, president; Jana Barcus, Paola, vice president; Cheryl Thomas, Lyndon, secretary; Greg McDonald, Stilwell, treasurer; and Craig Barnett DVM, Paola, legislative representative. Gabrielle Hamler is the KHC official administrative assistant. Additional board members are Sheryl Strathman, Topeka; Kallie Emig, Burlington; Shanda Mattix, Colby; and Pam Wasserman, Salina. Board liaisons are Chris Blevins, Manhattan; Erin Glassman, Buhler; and Justin Janssen, Alma. Additional information about the Kansas Horse Council can be found at www.Kansashorsecouncil.com.

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Ernie Rodina of Better Horses Worldwide will be featured speaker during the annual meeting of the Kansas Horse Council at Osage City on November 14 th .

Justine Staten serves as executive director of the Kansas Horse Council headquartered in Manhattan. She is also event manager for the EquiFest of Kansas, major fund-raising activity for the KHC.