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AUBURN —

Does your child adore horses? Do they always want to learn as much as possible about our equine friends?

Horse U is a hands-on experience where your child can get to know horses from head to hoof, all while learning a little more about the practices of the equestrian world. This event will have a variety of different stations that will allow children to learn more about the maintenance, nutrition, anatomy and so much more that will leave your child feeling more comfortable around horses and leaving them wanting to know more.

This program is planned throughout the semester by undergraduate students in Auburn University’s Department of Animal Science. These students have been working hard to provide your child with a quality, fun and educational program.

Do you have a high-school-aged equine enthusiast? This year, Horse U is proud to announce an advanced youth program. This program will offer the same educational benefits offered at previous Horse U events while allowing for more in-depth discussion of equine topics.

Horse U is excited to offer an opportunity for these students while even giving them insight into equine activities and the College of Agriculture at Auburn. This event will be held at the Auburn University Equestrian Center on Nov. 5, 2022, from 8 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Registration opens on Oct. 7 at 8 a.m. and ends on Oct. 17 at 2 p.m. Register at aub.ie/horseu22. Be sure to register early, as the event did fill up last year.

Participants will be separated into groups based on age. The prices of admission are as follows: Youth (5 to 13 years) and Advanced Youth (14 to 18 years) — $20; Adult Attending Youth Stations — $30.

Admission price includes lunch, drinks and snacks, along with a T-shirt and goodie bag. Additional T-shirts may be pre-purchased for $20. Check-in on the day of the event begins at 7:45 a.m.

For more updates about Horse U, follow its Facebook @HorseUatAU. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact: Dr. Courtney Heaton at 334-728-9433, or by email at cph0032@auburn.edu.