Two of our police horses (Doug and Desi) teach elementary school students about animal adaptations, animal needs, and the interdependence of animals and their environment.

Lexington, KY, May 6, 2009 - In little more than a year Kentucky will be swarming with horse enthusiasts from all over the world vying to be part of the 2010 World Equestrian Games. The event will be featured in all forms of international, national, and local media. Horse publications will certainly cover the games, but members of the local media also need to be prepared for the 16 day competition. Non-horse journalists, photographers, videographers, and other members of the local media can begin expanding their horse knowledge thanks to a seminar offered in partnership by The Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) and The Horse magazine on May 28, 2009.

The Equine Media Seminar will be held from 1-5 p.m. at the Asbury College Equine Center located in Wilmore Kentucky. Attendees will learn about horse behavior, safety, breeds and uses, terminology, disciplines, photography tips, and current issues facing the industry. Topics are presented classroom style and incorporate demonstrations using live horses as appropriate. A writing workshop will also be conducted by Kimberly S. Brown editor of The Horse magazine.

"As Kentucky prepares for the 2010 World Equestrian games it is increasingly important to educate members of the media," stated Madelyn Millard KHC Board President. "As an all breed organization focused on equine education it just makes good sense for the Horse Council to provide equine media training."

Horse shows, events, and other equine activities populate Kentucky summer calendars every year. With this training local media will have a better understanding of how to accurately report horse stories, keep themselves and others safe while reporting, use horse language correctly, and better connect with the horse owning public.