Equifest Program 2020

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Thank You

Hard work, countless hours, donated time and goods; these are the things that make Equifest come together successfully. It truly takes a team! I wish to thank all who have contributed to make this 23 rd Annual Equifest of Kansas an amazing “new” event! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU

EQUIFEST COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Arena Coordinators: Stephan Spector and Josh & Drew Boeker Arena Supervisors: Gary & Becky Centlivre and Richard & Tracy McIntyre Arts at Equifest: Pattie Stalder and Kallie Emig

Battle of the Breeds at Equifest Coordinator: Ashley Purdin Breed Showcase & Special Demos Coordinator: Cheryl Thomas Cowboy Poetry & Music Coordinator: Geff & Dawn Dawson Equifest Event Managers: Dr. Justin Janssen & Jim Thomas Farrier Competition at Equifest Coordinator: Max Andersen Horse Judging Competition Coordinators: Pam Van Horn, Christa Obermeyer, and Lance Sharp Hospitality Coordinators: Bonnie Warner and Rosie Sweeten Kenwood Hall Showcase: Heather Franklin KHC Booth Coordinators: Chris Kaegi-Stephens and Alisha Owens- KHC Regional Directors Kids Corral Coordinators: Dr. Justin Janssen, Colby Equestrian Team & K-State Rodeo Club Load In/Load Out Vendors Coordinator: Marty Bloomquist Marketing Coordinator: Tim Kolling

Mounted Shooting Competition at Equifest Coordinator: Matthew Jobe Photo Historian & Journalist: Kevin Kirkwood/Kirkwood Kreations Program Design & Layout: Dr. Katherine Burke and the Kansas State Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow Queen Coordinator: Kristi Koch Ranch Rodeo @atEquifest Coordinators: Greg McDonald-Manager, and Roseann Higgs-Secretary Salina Logistics: Saline County Fair Board, Ken Wasserman, and Keith Teasley Security Coordinator: Jim Thomas and the Saline County Sheriff’s Mounted Patrol & Reserve Officer Programs Stall Barn Managers: Colleen & Bob Wilson Vendor Coordinator: Gabrielle Hamler Veterinary Services: Kansas State University Equine Veterinarian Team led by Dr. Chris Blevins and Dr. Jason Grady Volunteer Coordinators: Tera & Ken Benefiel Workshops Coordinators: Jenice & Patrick McCoy VOLUNTEERS: To all who volunteered for set up, event activities, and tear down, there are too many to list, but you know who you are and a sincere THANK YOU for your time from the whole Equifest Committee! SPONSORS & DONORS : TravAlum by Liberty Inc. for sponsoring the Ranch Rodeo, Prairie Land Partners John Deere for sponsoring and grooming both arenas at Equifest, Visit Salina & Saline County for their commitment and contributions for hosting Equifest in Salina, K-State Veterinary Health Center for sponsoring the Breed & Special Demos Showcases, Kansas Farm Bureau for sponsoring the Kiddie Corral, Better Horses for sponsoring Ranch Rodeo Buckles & providing entertainment, Morton Buildings of Salina, Merck Animal Health, Tractor Supply, Inc. and Moundridge Tractor, Inc., Greg & Vickie McDonald and the Kansas 4-H Foundation for sponsoring Adrian Buckaroogirl, K-4 Trailer Sales of Salina, Great Life Golf of Salina, and Horizon’s Farm & Ranch Realty for general support of Equifest of Kansas 2020! It is sincerely an honor to meet and work with so many fabulous people who make Equifest of Kansas a success year after year!

Respectfully, Justine Staten Executive Director Kansas Horse Council Equifest of Kansas

8831 Quail Lane, Suite 201, Manhattan, KS 66502/ Office: 785-776-0662/ FAX: 785-539-2928 Email: director@kansashorsecouncil.com / www.equifestofks.com

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