We have a very special episode today focusing on the Army’s Caisson Detachment of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment – "The Old Guard." The Old Guard is the Army’s oldest active-duty infantry regiment, responsible for a wide range of ceremonial duties, including guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The other official duty is the very special role they perform to provide escorts for military funerals with a caisson. A caisson is a horse-drawn military wagon that is used to transport a funeral casket.

If you would like more information about the Caisson Detachment, please reach out at info@horsecouncil.org.

Guests:

• First Sargent Garrett Rogers
• Alex Whisler

Links:

• The Old Guard
• The Caisson Detachment
• USDA Screwworm Update

Title Sponsor: Smartpak

Sponsor: American Horse Council Health Committee

Get ready for a festive discussion filled with unique gift ideas for horse lovers, as the American Horse Council brings you this special holiday episode. Julie and Emily are joined by guests who share their personal holiday wish lists, showcasing a variety of thoughtful presents ranging from books and riding gear to experiences like tours of equine sanctuaries. With a blend of humor and heartfelt stories, this episode captures the spirit of giving and the joy of celebrating the equine community during the holiday season. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3575 –Show Notes and Links:

• Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse Council
• Guest: Martha Cook of Trafalgar Square Books, use code AHC2024 for 20% off, ends December 26
• Guest: Amanda Bodkin of SmartPak
• Guest: John Nicolson of Old Friends
• Sponsor: SmartPak
• Sponsor: Here For Horses Campaign
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• Follow the American Horses Council on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter)

Get ready for a festive discussion filled with unique gift ideas for horse lovers, as the American Horse Council brings you this special holiday episode. Julie and Emily are joined by guests who share their personal holiday wish lists, showcasing a variety of thoughtful presents ranging from books and riding gear to experiences like tours of equine sanctuaries. With a blend of humor and heartfelt stories, this episode captures the spirit of giving and the joy of celebrating the equine community during the holiday season. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3575 –Show Notes and Links:

• Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse Council
• Guest: Martha Cook of Trafalgar Square Books, use code AHC2024 for 20% off, ends December 26
• Guest: Amanda Bodkin of SmartPak
• Guest: John Nicolson of Old Friends
• Sponsor: SmartPak
• Sponsor: Here For Horses Campaign
• Follow Horse Radio Network on Facebook or follow Horses In The Morning on Facebook
• Follow the American Horses Council on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter)

For those hoping to pursue a career with horses – the options are endless! Whether your passion is equine health, sales, insurance, training, supplies or services like accounting, marketing, or technology like designing wearables and apps to developing and supporting websites. Today’s guest panelists will give us the 411 on how to identify and get yourself on the right career track. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3555 –Show Notes and Links:

• Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse Council
• Guest: Dr. Savannah Robin, Lecturer of Career and Professional Development at University of Kentucky
• Guest: Ellen Taylor of the Harness Horse Youth Foundation
• Guest: Dr. Amy Burke, Professor and the Coordinator for the Equine Studies Program in the Animal and Avian Sciences Department at the University of Maryland
• Sponsor: Merck Animal Health
• Sponsor: Populous
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• Follow the American Horses Council on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter)

Time Stamps:

00:04 - Introduction to Horses in the Morning

00:40 - American Horse Council Special Episode

01:03 - Careers in the Equine Industry

01:41 - Emily's Journey in the Equine World

04:05 - Panelists Share Their Experiences

06:17 - Advice for Young Professionals

11:07 - Diverse Career Paths in Equine Industry

18:51 - Gaining Experience in the Industry

27:35 - Networking and Mentorship Importance

40:36 - Closing Thoughts and Resources

49:12 - Outro and Acknowledgements

Join us this episode while we interview panelists from different organizations that help support safety, wellness, and accessibility for a wide range of horse industry participants. We'll explore initiatives to promote safe helmet fitting for those with varying needs including medical, religious, and hairstyle. We'll also cover initiatives to support plus sized riders, and extension programs that provide education initiatives for women in agriculture.

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3531 –Show Notes and Links:

• Your Hosts:Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse Council
• Guest: Kathy Alm, PATH Intl
• Guest: Karen Hopper Usher
• Guest: Kendall Kunelius, University of New Hampshire Extension
• USEF Paralympic Update: Hallye Griffin, Mikhail Proctor
• Sponsor: AHC Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Task Force
• Sponsor: Pyranha
• Follow Horse Radio Network on Facebook or follow Horses In The Morning on Facebook
• Follow the American Horses Council on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter)

Have you ever wondered what your state horse council was all about? Or maybe your state doesn’t have a horse council and you’re looking to get one cooking! Listen in to this month’s episode to learn the why’s and how’s to having and joining a state horse council. We’re talking grassroots advocacy for your home state, and why you should get involved. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3511 –Show Notes and Links:

• Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse Council
• Guest: Justine Staten of the Kansas Horse Council
• Guest: Kim Egan of Maryland Horse Council
• Guest: Brandi Ebner of the Oregon Horse Council
• Sponsor: SmartPak
• Sponsor: Absorbine
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• Follow the American Horses Council on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter)

The decision to open your barn or pasture to boarders is not as straight forward as it may seem. Two knowledgeable professionals join us today to talk about what you need to know before you make this big decision! Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3491 –Show Notes and Links:

• Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse Council
• Guest: Julie I. Fershtman
• Guest: Delia MacDonald
• Sponsor: Populous
• Sponsor: PYRANHA
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• Follow the American Horses Council on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter)

Summary:

Delia MacDonald is a long time equestrian with a passion for quality care and continuing education. She is a graduate of Essex Agricultural, a Mass Licensed instructor and a Certified Pressure Proof coach. She manages a private horse farm in Ipswich MA along with competing her own horses and running her own lesson and training program.

Julie I. Fershtman is an Equity Shareholder in Foster Swift’s Southfield (Southeastern Michigan) office. She is highly experienced in handling a wide variety of equine industry disputes through litigation and alternative dispute resolution (arbitration, mediation), and her extensive knowledge of the industry makes it possible for her to serve her clients with unparalleled efficiency and great results.

By the end of this episode you'll have both the legal and logistical factors to consider before deciding if you should open your property to boarders.

July's episode features Bret Maceyak of PATH International chatting with the AHC team about miniature horses as service animals under the American Disabilities Act. Fascinating conversation about these little dynamos and all the ways they can be the perfect partners.

Also, the AHC team touches base on three timely topics - release of new horse stamps from USPS (they are going fast!), two national days of commemoration for and about horses - July 15 and July 17... "National I love horses day" and "National meet a horse day", plus tips for horses and riders in the heat!

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3466 –Show Notes and Links:

• Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse Council
• Guest: Bret Maceyak of Path International
• Sponsor: Merck Animal Health
• Follow Horse Radio Network on X (former Twitter)or follow Horses In The Morning on Facebook
• Follow the American Horses Council onFacebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter)