People's idea of this please.

[Little Squirrel]

My Farrier was at my yard today and he made a proposition to me which I think is a great idea, just want to get some feedback as to what other people think and if it would be worth doing?
He wants to hold a public open day with Farrier demonstrations for the public.
We would also have a hog roast at the end of the day.
He is a great Farrier and used to teach in the USA and hold demonstrations there.

Do you think there would be much interest? It wouldn't be for profit as the money raised would go to the injured jockey's fund or a racehorse charity.

 

[be positive]

I think its a really good idea,people do not generally know enough about their horses feet,not just shoeing and often feel they cannot ask the farrier questions.
As for interest,I have no idea but maybe you could get the local PC or RC involved,our local bridleway group is quite active and run similar events.

 

[Merry Crisis]

My Farrier was at my yard today and he made a proposition to me which I think is a great idea, just want to get some feedback as to what other people think and if it would be worth doing?
He wants to hold a public open day with Farrier demonstrations for the public.
We would also have a hog roast at the end of the day.
He is a great Farrier and used to teach in the USA and hold demonstrations there.

Do you think there would be much interest? It wouldn't be for profit as the money raised would go to the injured jockey's fund or a racehorse charity.

I think it is a BRILLIANT idea. I bet you are nowhere near me though. I would certainly buy a ticket!

 

[Merry Crisis]

Just to add, what about having some examples of bad feet, then explain how to do corrective shoeing. So exited for you!

 

[Little Squirrel]

Just to add, what about having some examples of bad feet, then explain how to do corrective shoeing. So exited for you!

Yes that's a great idea! I'm in Norfolk so that probably is too far away from you!!

Was thinking that we should do backing demonstrations as well. Try and keep the day entertaining!

 

[Booboos]

Sounds like a great idea! All our builders have always been interested in the farrier and I've realised that most people have no idea what farriers do or how little has changed in the farrier methods over the centuries. Hot shoeing is always very spectacular and I often get asked how come it doesn't hurt the horse.

 

[OldNag]

I agree - it sounds fabulous. Wish I was a bit nearer.

I'm always fascinated watching a farrier at work. ~And I'm sure lots of non-horsey people would be interested too.

I'd say go for it!

 

[OldNag]

ps let us have details when it's arranged - friend of mine has just moved to Norfolk (Cromer-ish).

 

[MrsHutt]

I'd come!

But you're too far away

 

[wallykissmas]

We are in norfolk and would come.

 

[maresmaid]

I once went to a talk on corrective shoeing by a Farrier, it was really interesting, so I am sure people would enjoy it.

 

[*hic*]

Be aware that unless you have a mate who does hog roasts there's unlikely to be a profit to give to charity!

 

[Hels_Bells]

Also could he perhaps give some advice on feeding for optimal hoof health?? Or feeding to aid certain conditions etc? I think that may interest quite a few people.

 

[Little Squirrel]

Be aware that unless you have a mate who does hog roasts there's unlikely to be a profit to give to charity!

One of the owners has a hog roast business, so that's covered!!

 

[VioletStripe]

Fabulous idea! Let us know when it is, I'll try to travel there! xx