CANTER (Communication Alliance to Network Thoroughbred Ex-Racehorses) Illinois 2nd Annual Open Benefit & Fun Show at Valley View Acres, Mt. Thabor, IL on Sunday, June 13
CANTER Illinois is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation dedicated to finding new careers and new homes for retiring Thoroughbreds. This is a casual, fun show intended to give riders and horses show experience in a relaxed, safe environment.
Chicago, IL, May 28, 2010 --(PR.com)-- Volunteer Group CANTER Illinois Helps Retiring Thoroughbreds Find Homes
CANTER (Communication Alliance to Network Thoroughbred Ex-Racehorses) Illinois announces it will hold its 2nd Annual CANTER Open Benefit and Fun Show at Valley View Acres, 5116 Mt. Thabor Rd., Woodstock, IL on Sunday, June 13th, 9:00 am.
CANTER Illinois is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation dedicated to finding new careers and new homes for retiring Thoroughbreds. This is a casual, fun show intended to give riders and horses show experience in a relaxed, safe environment.
As exciting and glamorous as the sport of horse racing is, few people stop to think about what happens to the athletes after their careers have peaked. Like any other professional athlete, a racehorse’s career success is dependent on its youth, athletic ability and physical soundness. As any athlete ages, whatever the species, injuries become more frequent and more debilitating. And many sound horses are retired from racing simply because it’s not the right job for them.
CANTER Illinois Executive Director, Denise Pumfrey explains “Think of CANTER as an outplacement service for racehorses. Many just need to be re-trained for new jobs like pleasure riding, hunting and dressage. Even racehorses who have had career-ending injuries can maintain soundness as pleasure mounts.”
CANTER is a completely volunteer-run organization, and 100% of the Benefit Show funds go directly to helping provide veterinary care, food, board, transportation, and other transition costs for horses that need new homes. In addition to being a good cause, the atmosphere is casual and fun. “The Benefit Show is a great event for people to experience a horse show in a relaxed, family-friendly environment,” said Pumfrey.
In addition to the show, there will also be a silent auction. Anyone wishing to donate or sponsor a class at the Benefit Show can find more details at http: www.canterusa.org/illinois.
For Details about the 2nd Annual CANTER Benefit and Fun Show visit: www.canterusa.org/illinois
For More Information Contact:
Denise Pumfrey, Executive Director
630-341-1582 Mobile
denisepumfrey@yahoo.com
About CANTER Illinois:
CANTER Illinois is a volunteer-run non-profit dedicated to helping retiring Thoroughbreds find new homes and new careers. CANTER Illinois serves Thoroughbred owners, breeders and trainers in Illinois and the surrounding states.
Media Contact:
Christine Schneider, Media Liaison
312-212-3201
christine@redkismet.com
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CANTER (Communication Alliance to Network Thoroughbred Ex-Racehorses) Illinois announces it will hold its 2nd Annual CANTER Open Benefit and Fun Show at Valley View Acres, 5116 Mt. Thabor Rd., Woodstock, IL on Sunday, June 13th, 9:00 am.
CANTER Illinois is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation dedicated to finding new careers and new homes for retiring Thoroughbreds. This is a casual, fun show intended to give riders and horses show experience in a relaxed, safe environment.
As exciting and glamorous as the sport of horse racing is, few people stop to think about what happens to the athletes after their careers have peaked. Like any other professional athlete, a racehorse’s career success is dependent on its youth, athletic ability and physical soundness. As any athlete ages, whatever the species, injuries become more frequent and more debilitating. And many sound horses are retired from racing simply because it’s not the right job for them.
CANTER Illinois Executive Director, Denise Pumfrey explains “Think of CANTER as an outplacement service for racehorses. Many just need to be re-trained for new jobs like pleasure riding, hunting and dressage. Even racehorses who have had career-ending injuries can maintain soundness as pleasure mounts.”
CANTER is a completely volunteer-run organization, and 100% of the Benefit Show funds go directly to helping provide veterinary care, food, board, transportation, and other transition costs for horses that need new homes. In addition to being a good cause, the atmosphere is casual and fun. “The Benefit Show is a great event for people to experience a horse show in a relaxed, family-friendly environment,” said Pumfrey.
In addition to the show, there will also be a silent auction. Anyone wishing to donate or sponsor a class at the Benefit Show can find more details at http: www.canterusa.org/illinois.
For Details about the 2nd Annual CANTER Benefit and Fun Show visit: www.canterusa.org/illinois
For More Information Contact:
Denise Pumfrey, Executive Director
630-341-1582 Mobile
denisepumfrey@yahoo.com
About CANTER Illinois:
CANTER Illinois is a volunteer-run non-profit dedicated to helping retiring Thoroughbreds find new homes and new careers. CANTER Illinois serves Thoroughbred owners, breeders and trainers in Illinois and the surrounding states.
Media Contact:
Christine Schneider, Media Liaison
312-212-3201
christine@redkismet.com
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Contact
CANTER Illinois
Denise Pumfrey
630-341-1582
www.canterusa.org/illinois
Christine Schneider
Media Liaison
312-212-3201
christine@redkismet.com
Denise Pumfrey
630-341-1582
www.canterusa.org/illinois
Christine Schneider
Media Liaison
312-212-3201
christine@redkismet.com
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CANTER Illinois 6/13/ 2010 Benefit Horse Show Bill & Program
Class Descriptions & Program All proceeds to benefit CANTER, a 501©(3) non-profit organization that finds new homes and careers for Thoroughbred racehorses transitioning from the racetrack. This is a casual, fun show intended to give riders show experience in a relaxed, safe environment.
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