Breeders Association February 26, 2003 Organization meeting Agenda and input Objective(s) of Association To promote the sport horse industry in general in our area. To encourage local riders to use sport horses bred in this area. To promote co-operation among area sport horse breeders. Educate and encourgae the support of regional trainers for local sport horses. Develop and encourage broader and deeper skills sets in trainers in all sport horse disciplines. Membership profile Open to all who wish to join. Primary focus on those breeding sport horses. Membership geographic reach The general geographic area of Eastern Washington, Northern Oregon, Northern Idaho, Western Montana, and South Central British Columbia. Basically the Rocky Mountain Water Shed area. Organization legal jurisdiction State of Idaho Major issues to address Public perception of local sport horses Training and trainers Education of breeders Sharing of knowledge and resources Marketing and promotion Horse and breeding sales Breeding education Long term goals Larger sport horse events Larger breed shows Large scale advertising and promotion Stronger support from tourism groups Larger sale events and shows Ongoing education and training Continuous education and clinics |
