24th Annual Jersey Classic Horse Show - The  2010 USEF licensed competition is scheduled for June 11-13 at the Horse Park of NJ.  Ride the circuit!  Devon, Jersey Classic and on to Syracuse!  Inquire about layover arrangements at the Horse Park of New Jersey.

Safety Check List - Do you have your emergency disaster plans in place?  Serviced your fire extinquishers?  Posted "No Smoking" signs?  Inspected your elecrical wiring?  Cleaned out the cob webs?   Posted barn safety rules?  Do your caretakers/employees know how to contact fire, police and rescue squads?  

NEWS BITS AND PIECES

The 2010 Equine Management Seminar is set for February 7th, 8 AM to  4 PM at Rutgers, Cook Campus Center.  "So You Want To Keep Your Horse Sound" is the over-arching theme.  Topics will include:  biomechanics and physiotherapy; leg care tips; rehabilitation from leg injury; unwanted horses;responsible horse ownership.  For more information, the schedule and registration form, call 732-932-5529.

Know the Rules for Manure Disposal - More manure management training workshops have been scheduled.  To sign up for the remaining 2010 educational meetings on February 23 and 24, contact the Extension office at 908-788-1388.  In February 2009, the state approved an Animal Waste Management Rule obliging all livestock owners to address and manage non-point source pollution that could originate from livestock operations.  The workshops are designed to help farm owners understand the new rules, develp and file required plans.

Enjoying the winter!