Athens Area Horse Community we want to ensure our horse community is safe, even in the worst of times. Better education = better outcomes for all! Our TLAER education classes in conjunction with Dr. Rebeca Husted are a benefit to all: First Responders, Veterinarians, Animal… Read More »TLAER & AAHC 2026
When a horse-related emergency occurs—whether it’s a trailer accident, barn fire, natural disaster, or roadside incident—first responders are first on the scene, facing unique challenges in managing large, unpredictable animals under extreme stress. The Large Animal Emergency Response Course provides valued and necessary skills and… Read More »Help Us Help Train Your County’s First Responders!
Thank you for considering our course for Continuing Education for your team and staff. Below you will find the instructor’s CV and Course Syllabus. At the bottom are flyers to send out to your team. Registration link: https://www.athensareahorsecommunity.com/event/large-animal-emergency-response-course/ Dr. Rebecca Husted – Instructor CV: Large… Read More »TLAER Course CE Credit Credentials
September 8 & 9 at Georgia International Horse Park (Conyers) Fee for 2 day course (lunch included): $185AAHC Members fee for 2 day course (lunch included): $155 Scholarships available for first responders working in Georgia. Application and pre-approval required. More information HERE. Equip yourself with the knowledge,… Read More »Large Animal Emergency Response Course – Register Now!
Apply here to for $125 scholarship to the Large Animal Emergency Response Course at GIHP on Sept 8 & 9, 2025. Requirements for scholarship: 1. Be a first responder: police or sheriff’s officer, animal control, fire fighter, search and rescue, etc2. Application approval (you will… Read More »Large Animal Emergency Response Course Scholarship Application
UPDATE: Registration is available! Learn more here: https://www.athensareahorsecommunity.com/event/large-animal-emergency-response-course/ Fill out the form below:
The admin team here at AAHC is working on a special newsletter. Our local horse community has lost a few prominent members over the last few months and as our team chatted about the losses of both horses and humans, we were inspired to put… Read More »Memorial Submission Form
Jump Classes: *Break for Lunch 12-12:30* Entry: Officials: Email Amanda or Jessica if you want to volunteer! Rails Classes: Jump Faults Dropped Rail 4 faults Refusal 4 faults Rider Fall 8 faults Obstacle Challenge: Horse Rider 5- Horse recognizes but calmly proceeds past the obstacle … Read More »Trails & Rails
AAHC members and guests welcomed Dr. Rebecca Gimenez Husted to speak on one of her areas of expertise at the Allison Creek Trailer Shop on Saturday, April 15th, 2023: Horse Trailer Safety and Accident Prevention. Here are some of the resources and recommendations Dr. Husted… Read More »2023 Horse Trailer Safety Workshop Notes