annual convention
For 39 years, the AFA, working with affiliate chapters, has hosted an annual convention. Drawing over 1,000 farriers from the AFA’s 50+ chapters, this annual event focuses on continuing education and features lectures, demonstrations, clinics, discussions, awards, contests, and more. Attendees have the opportunity to further their knowledge of anatomy, to re-examine basics, to learn new techniques, and to examine both theory and practice.
The Convention Coordinating Committee—in conjunction with the AFA Staff, the FIA, the host chapters, and hundreds of volunteers—works year-round to ensure the success of this showcase event.
40TH ANNUAL AFA CONVENTION, LEXINGTON 2011!
Make plans now to attend the 40th Anniversary American Farrier’s Association Convention in Lexington, Kentucky March 1st - March 4th, 2011!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
With the foundation for a spectacularly successful AFA Convention in place, we need the continued support of friends like you. If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact the AFA office at (859-233-7411).
:: DOWNLOAD the 2010 AFA Sponsorship Packet ::
AFA SPONSORS FOR 2011
The success of our association clearly has to do with the nature of our community. We’ve got a community of wonderful people focused on excellent farriery, people committed to building on our tenets of education, communication, research, certification, and innovation.
But we’ve also got a sense of fellowship and community that shares and builds together. People who realize that all of this happens because of loyalty, volunteerism, and sponsorship.
We ask that you support and promote those who support and promote the AFA. Thank and patronize our AFA sponsors! And remember that it’s never too late to join our growing list of sponsors.
2011 SPONSORS
as of August 24, 2010
Steel Level
Monetta Farrier Specialties, Inc.
Equilox International
Hurricane Forge - Robbie Hunziker
Keystone Leather
The R.A.T.E. Company
Aluminum Level
Yoder Blacksmith Supplies
Silver Level
EquiDesis™
GE Forge & Tool, Inc.
Gold Level
Vettec
Titanium Level
Delta Mustad Hoofcare Center
Note: All sponsor lists reflect commitments received up to August 24, 2010. Please add your name to the Sponsor List by contacting the AFA Office or downloading the AFA Sponsorship Opportunites packet. We appreciate your support !!
2011 REPLACEMENT SHOES
Although the AFA Convention was established in 1972, the competition was a later addition, with the first competition being held in 1977 at the Lakewood, CO convention. For the inaugural event, there were three classes, and the winners received Certificates of Achievement for their efforts. The tradition of an annual competition kicked into passing gear in 1979 at the Fresno, CA convention. In Fresno, the competition focused on live shoeing, and marked the institution of the North American Challenge Cup (NACC) award.
While the skill set for forging the shoes remains constant, the shoes themselves vary and change from year to year. The new shoes for this year’s competition are available for download below.
:: 2011 Replacement Shoes ::