Equine is for All
Saturday, November 11, 2023 | Spy Coast Equine Education Center | 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kentucky middle and high school students of all backgrounds are invited to attend the inaugural "Equine is for All" event on Saturday, November 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Spy Coast Equine Education Center. Attendees and their families will learn more about the equine industry, equine educational programs and the variety of career paths throughout the equine industry. All experience levels are encouraged to register. No horse handling experience is needed to participate.
This event is organized by Frankie's Corner Little Thoroughbred Crusade and Junior MANRRS in collaboration with the UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment.
Organizations wishing to support this event can read more about sponsorship opportunities below.
Registration Information
There is a $5.00 registration fee for the program that will cover materials, program t-shirt, prizes, and lunch. Please send checks to the Office of Diversity, 305 Charles E. Barnhart Bldg., Lexington, KY 40517, or Cash App $jermofcltc. If you have any challenges paying, we do offer scholarships. If you need a scholarship, email fcltc22@gmail.com. In the subject line, include: Equine is for All.
Click to RegisterSponsorship Information
- Logo and link to organization on all program marketing (pre & post program)
- Opening remarks during the program
- Verbal recognition during the program
- Up to 2 booth spaces at the opportunity fair (decision made by the organization on whether you want 1 or 2 booth spaces)
- Organization name on the program t-shirt
- Jr. MANRRS Booth at the 12th Annual Jr. MANRRS Leadership Institute Opportunity Fair (December 2nd) https://diversity.ca.uky.edu/programs/uk-junior-manrrs-program
- Access to UK MANRRS Collegiate https://diversity.ca.uky.edu/students/uk-manrrs
- Logo and link to organization on all program marketing (pre & post program)
- Opening remarks during the program
- Verbal recognition during the program
- 1 booth space at the opportunity fair
- Organization name on the program t-shirt
- Jr. MANRRS Booth at the 12th Annual Jr. MANRRS Leadership Institute Opportunity Fair (December 2nd) https://diversity.ca.uky.edu/programs/uk-junior-manrrs-program
- Logo and link to organization on all program marketing (pre & post program)
- Verbal recognition during the program
- 1 booth space at the opportunity fair
- Organization name on the program t-shirt
- Jr. MANRRS Booth at the 12th Annual Jr. MANRRS Leadership Institute Opportunity Fair (December 2nd) https://diversity.ca.uky.edu/programs/uk-junior-manrrs-program
- Logo and link to organization on all program marketing (pre & post program)
- Verbal recognition during the program
- Organization name on the program t-shirt
- Logo and link to organization on all program marketing (pre & post program)
- Organization name on the program t-shirt
Tentative Agenda
| 10:00 am | Welcome & Sponsor Remarks |
| 10:15 am | Showmanship Clinic |
| 11:15 am | M-G CAFE Program Overview |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch |
| 1:30 pm | Showcase of Equine Teams |
| 2:30 pm | Showmanship & Spotlight of Organizations and Clubs |
| 4:00 pm | Awards & Closing |
Meet Our Partners
Frankie's Corner Little Thoroughbred Crusade (FCLTC)
Frankie’s Corner Little Thoroughbred Crusade (FCLTC) introduces youth to various aspects of the equestrian world. We provide a free hands-on education in equestrian and horsemanship fields for youth in Lexington, KY. Youth learn everything from basic horsemanship to advanced riding and ranch living.
Learn MoreUK MANRRS
The UK MANRRS chapter helps promote the advancement of members of ethnic/cultural groups that are underrepresented in agricultural and related sciences. Members have the opportunity to participate in diverse activities that support their and others' academic and professional development and achievement.
Learn MoreUK Ag Equine Programs
The mission of the program is to discover, share and apply new knowledge on the health, performance and management of horses, enhancing the signature status of Kentucky's equine industry.
Learn MoreKentucky 4-H Horse Program
The 4-H Horse Program in Kentucky is designed to reach youth that have a passion for horses, whether they own one or not. The program offers a variety of areas that the 4-H'ers can be involved in, learn valuable skills, and make friends for life.
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