Equifest of Kansas 2024

THANK YOU

27 th Annual EquiFest of Kansas March 14, 15, 16 & 17, 2024 Saline County Expo Center & Tony’s Pizza Events Center Salina, KS

Every year, we strive to provide something new and exciting for our fans of EquiFest of KS. It takes a lot of volunteer hours and dedicated committee members to produce this premier equine expo and we hope you enjoy your time with us! While you are here, be sure to thank these committee members for their passion and commitment to assist in planning, set up and implementation. I know I am grateful for these and ALL the volunteers who are helping us on site! THANK YOU!

Special Competition- Open Horse Judging KQHA: Bobbie Hinds Special Competition- 4H State Horse Judging: Kelsey Nordyke Special Competition- Over the Ears Photo Contest: Wendy Bowles Special Competition- Pole Bending: Renee Nichols Stall Barn Manager: Julie Bellucci Visit Salina Vendor Services: Jo Ann McClure Sponsor Services: Chris Kaegi Stephens Veterinary Services: Dr. Chris Blevins Veterinary Services: Dr. Adam Bassett Veterinary Services: Dr. Haileigh Avellar Veterinary Services: Dr. Cara Croft Volunteer Coordinator: Tera & Ken Benefiel Workshop Coordinators in TPEC: Jenice & Pat McCoy TO ALL VOLUNTEERS who have signed up to help with set up, event activities or tear down, on behalf of the whole EquiFest Committee, we sincerely THANK YOU for your time! SPONSORS, DONORS & THE MANY GREAT FRIENDS OF EQUIFEST, thank you for supporting this event and helping to make it a special memory for all who attend!

4H Stage Coordinator: Heather Franklin Arena Supervisor-Ag Hall: Richard &Tracy McIntyre Arena Assistant-Ag Hall: Ray Hunt Arena Supervisor-TPEC: Craig Barnett Arena Assistant-TPEC: Billy Lane Barcus Arena Assistant-TPEC: Mathew Dodson Arena Maintenance & Logistics: Rex Burdick Breeds & Special Demos Coordinator: Cheryl Thomas Breeds & Special Demos Coordinator: Renee Nichols Cowboy Church: Pastor Steve Stafford Event Executive Committee-Chair: Kallie Emig Event Executive Committee-Vice Chair: Jim Thomas Event Executive Committee-Secretary: Cheryl Thomas Event Executive Committee-Treasurer: Greg McDonald Event Executive Committee-Advisory: Craig Barnett Event Executive Committee-Advisory: Sheryl Strathman Foundation Silent Auction: Janette Coffelt Hospitality: Rosie Sweeten Hospitality: Bonnie Warner Hospitality: Wendy Griffin Kansas Rodeo Royalty Coordinator: Kristi Koch KHC Booth Coordinator: Sheryl Strathman Legendary KS Horsemen's Panel: Dr. Stan O’Neil Marketing & Advertising-Pre Event: Christian Calliham Official Photography Team Coordinator: Kevin Kirkwood Security Coordinator: Jim Thomas Social Media Team- Pre Event: Gabby Hamler Social Media Team Coordinator- On Site: Alisha Owens Social Relations Coordinator: Fred Gabrielli Special Competition- Barrel Racing: Kris Hanson Special Competition- Breakaway Roping: Albert DeLaGarza Special Competition- Draft Horse Races: Eli Avery Special Competition- Farrier Contest: Matthew Shaklee

2024 EquiFest of Kansas Official Program v 5