$85.00 CAD
Farrier Class ~ Saturday, September 21; 10am - 3:30pm
This year we have received many calls and emails from Donkey Caretakers looking for Farrier Services in their area.
Due to this issue, on Saturday, September 21; 10am - 3:30pm, we will be offering a class for current Donkey Caretakers or Farriers to learn from Farrier Jim here at the Refuge. Jim has been trimming the Donkeys for over 10 years, and has many more years of experience as a horse farrier as well. If you can’t find a farrier in your area, we would strongly recommend that you attend the class and learn how to trim your Donkey’s hooves yourself.
We will cover handling, behavioural issues during trimming, how to balance and correct a damaged hoof, identifying and treating seedy toe and other common issues, as well as what tools you will need. This hands-on class will demonstrate good trimming technique and you will have an opportunity to ask questions about your own donkeys hoof issues.
Please make sure to bring:- closed toe shoes that you can get dirty
- farm appropriate clothing for all weather
- a mask if you are sensitive to dust/pollen
- sunscreen
- a hat
- a packed lunch
- optional: a camera/notebook
- You will need to be able to physically bend and crouch, stand for long periods, hold tools, and lead ropes to participate in the class. Please call us if you are unsure if you may be unable to participate in all activities due to health reasons and we will do our best to accommodate you.
- Please note we will not be open to other visitors during this class - please do not bring other people with you who are not registered and participating in the class. Please do not bring your dog/children with you. A calm environment for learning is required. People not registered for the class will be asked to leave the Refuge.
- This class will be paced for Adults; please do not sign up anyone under 16.
- If you have questions, please call us prior to signing up for the class.
Please also note:
- Please make sure you have read and understood the When You Visit page.
- This is a working farm and the road to the farm is partially a dirt road; there may be highway construction around Chase - please check Drive BC to make sure you plan accordingly.
- If you have any questions, please call us during business hours (9am - 4pm) 250-679-2778 or email [email protected].
- If you are unable to afford the cost of the class, but would like to learn, please call or email us to arrange a sliding scale payment, or volunteer hours to cover the cost of your tuition.
- Please add to this item to cart; each booking is for 1 participant. If you are registering more than one participant please adjust the amount of items at checkout, and leave us a note at checkout with participant names.
- After you have checked out, you will receive an email with a downloadable waiver/photo release form which you will need to fill-in/sign & return to the Refuge prior to your program date - please follow instructions on the form. Each participant will need a signed waiver/photo release form to participate.
