2009: Free Rein in the Big Easy Seminar
By Christine Brune, June 25, 2009
“Remember New Orleans? If there was an unforgettable image, it was of all us doing the Second Line around the banquet room wearing masks and boas, waving napkins, and following a three-legged Katrina-surviving pony.”
– Fran Jurga, Hoofcare Publishing
2008: Break from the Gate in 2008 Seminar
By Christine Brune, June 19, 2008
“Having been one of the squeakier wheels in urging the AHP board to consider Saratoga as a seminar location, I was thrilled to see my colleagues enjoying this beautiful town and all it has to offer.”
– Jennifer Bryant, 2008-2009 AHP President
2007: Fiesta del Caballo Seminar
By Christine Brune, June 21, 2007
“I travel so much, but this is one trip I always look forward to. I come home with renewed enthusiasm and a sense that we truly do belong to a great organization and industry.”
– Mary Watts
2006: It’s A Horse World After All Seminar
By Christine Brune, June 22, 2006
Many thanks for all your fabulous organization and assistance leading up to and during the AHP convention last weekend. I thoroughly enjoyed the event – better networking than ever, and I loved the team-building exercise – I am so glad I was able to do that!
– Janet Nittmann, Dover Saddlery
2005: Horse By Northwest Seminar
By Christine Brune, June 9, 2005
One of the highlights of the 2005 seminar was the Best of Seattle City Tour. The itinerary provided an opportunity to see the major attractions in downtown and nearby neighborhoods. From taking the elevator to the top of the Space Needle to strolling through Pike’s Place Market to watching artisans blow glass, the tour was a myriad of color and beauty.
2004: Red, White & Bluegrass Seminar
By Christine Brune, June 10, 2004
“As a student member, I’ve met valuable contacts at AHP conventions, some of which have led to great opportunities, and I strongly urge all student members to attend next year’s seminar in Seattle, Wash. After all, we are the future of the equine industry.”
– Jessica Bieber Hein, currently APHA Director of Publications
2003: Hunt Country Seminar
By Christine Brune, June 19, 2003
AHP got lost in the 50’s at the AHP Doo Wop Hoof Hop, a party to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Student Award. Attendees also had an opportunity to visit the surrounding hunt country that included visits to the Maryland Hunt Cup race course, Shawan Downs, Sagamore Farms, and Ladew Gardens.
2002: Catch the Spirit Seminar
By Christine Brune, June 20, 2002
“What gave the Park City Seminar a distinct feeling was the spirit of family. AHP seminars have always been a reunion of friends, but first timers were eagerly welcomed into the family. In 2002, members brought their families and 12 children of AHP members became our very own “Children of the Light” as they participated in the Light the Fire Within ceremony to honor this year’s Student Award Winner.”
– Chris Brune