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Let Loose In Lexington

Enjoy sightseeing, bourbon, antiques and dining during the AFA convention
By Sarah Senger posted on September 1, 2001
Sooner than later it will be time to take the annual trip to the American Farrier’s Association (AFA) convention. The event will be held from March 6 through 9, 2002, in Lexington, Ky.
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The Horse Capital Of The World

Experience what it has to offer!
By Sarah Senger posted on July 1, 2001
Located in the heart of the Bluegrass, Lexington, Ky., is a fitting host for the 31st annual American Farrier’s Association (AFA) convention, March 6 to 9, 2002. Home to over 450 horse farms, Lexington is known as the horse capital of the world.
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Horseshoeing Under Attack

Assault in cyberspace threatens the farriery industry
By Emil Carre posted on May 1, 2001
In my last president's message (American Farriers Journal, March/ April, 2001, pages 106 & 107), I warned that our profession seemed to be under attack from the “Natural Horsemanship” crowd and the barefoot groups in particular. I still maintain that, but would like to clarify a few facts.
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Vets Honored For Hoof-Care Work

American Farriers Journal inducts two outstanding equine veterinarians into the 2001 International Equine Veterinarians Hall Of Fame
By Frank Lessiter posted on May 1, 2001
Two well-known names in the horse health field are being inducted into the International Equine Veterinarians Hall Of Fame for their strong emphasis on footcare concerns.
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Just A Mouse Click Away

Here’s what’s coming this month on the Only Online section of the American Farriers Journal Web
By Pat Tearney posted on March 1, 2001
Want to know more about how your fellow farriers are running their shoeing businesses? Then find time to visit the American Farriers Journal Web site at www.lesspub.com/afj/AFJ_Only_Online/ this month.
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Experience The Past

AFA Convention-Goers Can Take a Step Back In Time In Kansas City
By Jordanna Smida posted on January 1, 2001
Farriers are invited to participate in the 30th annual American Farrier’s Association Convention, from Feb. 28 through March 3, in Kansas City, Mo. Hosted by the Kansas Farriers Association and the Missouri Farriers Association, the convention promises to have a little something for everyone.
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A Legend Lives On

Well-bred horse carries name of Texas farrier Burney Chapman
By Holly Gray posted on January 1, 2001
When Bob Nappi got the call in November 1999 that his friend Burney Chapman had passed away, he was heartbroken.
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Candidates Have Their Say

AFA vice president and secretary offices are up for election
December 1, 2000
Horseshoeing has provided me with a fantastic business opportunity, allowed me to leave corporate America behind and to become more involved with my two daughters’ passion—horses.
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AFA Bulletin

Facing The Challenges Ahead

By Emil Carre posted on December 1, 2000
To say I am pleased with what we have done together in the last three years would be an understatement. In many ways this work has been my life, but I could not have done it without the help of the many American Farrier’s Association (AFA) volunteers, including our office staff and most recently John McCutchen, our executive director.
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What's This?

Contest Winners

See who took home three FREE horseshoeing videos for the best diagnosis and treatment suggestions for this hoof
December 1, 2000
The “What’s This?” contest continues to draw attention on the American Farriers Journal Web site.
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