OSU Extension, ATI Equine co-hosting horse seminar
The event will allow patrons to tour through a field to gain insight and will be co-hosted by Ohio State Extension and ATI’s Equine Program on July 23 from 6-8 p.m.
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The Ohio State University Extension offices of Holmes and Wayne counties and ATI Equine have united before to present information on equine pasture management, and they are back at it again, teaming up for another seminar.
The newest series event co-hosted by Ohio State Extension and ATI’s Equine Program will take place July 23 from 6-8 p.m. and will include light refreshments at 5:30 p.m. at the Ohio State ATI Equine Center, 3339 Apple Creek Road, Apple Creek.
Horses play an important role in Holmes County and Wayne County, whether they are pulling a buggy, pulling a plow in the field, or simply offering a pleasurable ride in the field or along some county road.
Taking care of equine friends is of the utmost importance, and this upcoming seminar will present plenty of time for horse owners to learn a great deal.
This free event invites anyone who owns horses or loves horses to stop in and participate.
Unlike the first event, this one will feature a pasture walk, and Janessa Hill of OSU Extension Holmes County said this event should be very educational.
“It’s an opportunity for those who want to learn more about better managing their pastures because, let’s face it, horses can be somewhat destructive to pastures,” Hill said. “It’s tough to manage them sometimes because horses are picky eaters, and sometimes there are dedicated mud lots, so this is a chance to work with Soil & Water Conservation District and some Ohio State ATI professionals to figure out best practices.”
Hill said this is a hands-on experience where those attending are invited to bring their own questions, experiences and photographs.
“It’s exciting that people can bring their own personal experiences to the table and get answers from knowledgeable people,” Hill said. “We really want to make this a free education that helps people develop the best possible practices for their horses and their pastures.”
Those attending will hear from a variety of experts while engaging in an interactive tour on working horse pasture.
Attendees are asked to bring their questions and curiosity as they explore how to create healthier, more productive grazing environments for their horses.
Topics will include plant/root physiology, forage and poisonous plants identification, mud management/dry lots, and grazing sticks and forage calculations.
The event is free with no RSVP required, but as a consideration, those who know they will attend can visit the Facebook page and mark themselves as “going.”
Event updates will be posted on Facebook at www.facebook.com/events/
4412280735694983.
