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The Mane Event is the main attraction for equine enthusiasts

April 5, 2010

Red Deer, AB --- Westerner Park will be buzzing this spring as thousands of horse enthusiasts from Canada and beyond descend on the area for The Mane Event Equine Education and Trade Fair. The popular event will run from April 23 to 25, and organizers expect to have over 40,000 attendees throughout the course of the weekend.

“The Mane Event really has something for everyone who’s interested in horses,” said Gail Barker, president of The Mane Event. “We offer a full range of clinics, demonstrations and presentations from world-class experts. Whether you’re interested in training, showing or just connecting with your horse, you’ll have a chance to learn an incredible amount of information at The Mane Event.”

Clinicians at this year’s event will be teaching everything from dressage to jumping, reining to mulemanship. “One of the biggest benefits of The Mane Event is that the public gets a chance to see practical skills they can apply at home,” said Barker. “People who have pre-registered will participate in the clinics, and attendees in the stands can watch as these horses and riders learn training techniques from the experts.”

In addition to clinics, the Trainer’s Challenge is always a fan favourite. “In this event, three trainers showcase their horsemanship skills by working with completely unbroken horses,” Barker explained. “Each trainer works with his horse daily, and then they all perform a series of challenges on the final day to see which horse has progressed the furthest. It’s absolutely amazing to see the level of trust, respect and skill that develops between the trainers and horses throughout the three days.”

On Saturday, television celebrity Amber Marshall from the series Heartland will attend the event, and she will be signing autographs from 1 to 2 p.m. and 4 to 5 p.m. Later that evening, the Equine Experience will showcase a full range of equine entertainment. The crowd will be awed with the sights, sounds, speed and finesse offered by drill teams, horse “dancing,” trick riders and breed demonstrations.

To round out The Mane Event, the public will have the opportunity to visit the expansive Trade Show, which includes over 240 exhibitors that feature all aspects of equine equipment, training and information.

For more information on The Mane Event, visit www.maneeventexpo.com. Day and weekend passes can be purchased at the door.

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