Despite the wintry weather we experienced at this year's Horse Expo , our hardy volunteers showed up with enthusiasm! We have been very fortunate to have several volunteers who have contributed their time to this event over the years and were also happy to have welcomed some new volunteers.

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Along with having our promotional booth we were able to demonstrate on Day 1 the life of a Standardbred on the track .  Our trainer / owner was once again Alina Macleod and  her steady Standardbred Eric Shark, who is an active racehorse. Those in attendance were able to learn about many facets of the racing industry in addition to the training, equipment, and daily handling the horses  experience during their racing career.  Eric was the perfect model during the demo and left many with a new appreciation of the breed.  

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Day 2 was a demonstration of how the transition from race horse to pleasure horse is approached through training.  

Unfortunately, the demo did not go as planned due to some compounding factors, however, the audience was more than understanding and appreciative of our  efforts under the circumstances.  

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Day 2 was also an opportunity to discuss along with the other breeds currently racing in Alberta, the aftercare options for horses no longer racing.  Horse Racing Alberta hosted this panel discussion to enlighten others of the potential and consideration for acquiring OTT horses and all they have to offer . We are grateful to have had this opportunity and feel there is real value in this format for  future events.

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So apart from the weather and less than ideal circumstances, the event was well attended and we were once again able to successfully promote the Standardbred .

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A gracious thank you to our sponsors and raffle prize donors for your support. 

Horse Racing Alberta

Cut N Paced 

Alberta Standardbred Horse Association and Scentsy by Chelsea 

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