Volume 8 |  November 19, 2024  | 63 Days To Go

Hosted by American Farriers Journal

Summit Countdown

January 21-24, 2025 | Kansas City, Missouri

Check out the latest Summit news and updates below.

It’s hard to believe we’re just 63 days away from the 2025 Summit kicking off in Kansas City. Registration continues to track 50% ahead of last year and the trade show floor is over 75% sold out. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone in January!

As you prepare for the event, we wanted to remind you of a valuable benefit available to attendees who register before the end of the year… you may be able to deduct your 2025 registration fee as a business expense on your 2024 taxes.

Each year, many attendees make it a point to register for the International Hoof Care Summit before the end of the year, so they can claim the expense in the current year.

For many, the costs associated with attending professional conferences and educational events—like the Summit registration fee—can qualify as a tax-deductible expense, as long as the event is directly related to your business or profession. This may also apply to associated travel and lodging expenses, but please consult with your tax advisor to confirm what applies in your specific case.

If you need another copy of your registration receipt, please reach out and we can email or mail you a copy for your records.

If you still need to register and you'd like to take advantage of a 2024 expense write-off — while expanding your hoof-care knowledge and professional network exponentially in 2025 — it is encouraged that you consider registering for the 2025 Summit before the end of the year.

If you have any questions about the registration fee or the event, don’t hesitate to reach out.

We’re excited to welcome you soon!

Joanne Volkert

Joanne Volkert
Brand Manager
American Farriers Journal & International Hoof-Care Summit

Win a Day with Mike Wildenstein!

Experience the World's Largest Hoof-Care Trade Show

All attendees who registered on or before December 1st will be automatically entered to win a day working alongside International Horseshoeing Hall of Famer Mike Wildenstein!

Mike Wildenstein is among only five people in the world to have passed the distinguished Fellow of the Worshipful Company of Farriers examination in the United Kingdom with an “Honors” designation, as well as one of only a handful of farriers in the U.S. who have passed the Fellowship exam. He spent 19 years as resident farrier and adjunct associate professor at Cornell Univ. and continues to share his knowledge through clinics and consultations. Read what previous winner Dallas Risser had to say about his experience.Whether you’re gaining forging tips, hoof-care techniques or business advice, you’ll have the exclusive chance to draw from Wildenstein’s expertise as he shadows YOU for the day with YOUR clients.

Book Your Room at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center

Book Your Room By December 28 to Secure the Discounted Rate

Live like a local at Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center (a shopping and entertainment district). With a central location attached directly to Crown Center, hotel guests are perfectly placed in the action. Premier shopping, dining and entertainment are a short stroll away at Crown Center.

The International Hoof-Care Summit room block is still open and nightly room rate is $169/night.

*** The discounted room rate is available to you through December 28 or while allocated rooms remain available. Last year the block filled up at the end of November, so we encourage you to book your room sooner than later! ***

Reserve your room online by clicking the button below or calling (816) 474-4400. Be sure to mention "International Hoof-Care Summit 2025."

SPEAKER HIGHLIGHT

Chris Gregory

Hoof-Care Classroom

Hind Limb Trimming & Shoeing Considerations

You’ll Learn: strategies for improving the health and performance of the hindlimb. 

Henry Heymering Legacy Lecture

Patten Bar Shoe Benefits & How to Forge it Presented by Hoofcare Essentials Foundation 

You’ll Learn: the appropriate uses for the patten bar shoe and how you can include it in your toolbox. 

Earn Valuable Continuing Education Credits

Members of the International Association of Professional Farriers can earn 27 credit hours at the upcoming International Hoof-Care Summit to fulfill their annual continuing education requirements! For more information visit their website ProfessionalFarriers.com

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Download the updated program

STILL NEED TO REGISTER?

Join us for our 22nd annual event at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center in Kansas City, Mo., from January 21-24, 2025. This event promises focused learning opportunities that can transform your practice forever. Come see for yourself why past attendees say they take home an average of $4,576 in ready-to-use ideas!   

IHCS 2025

Thank You to Our 2025 Educational Partners

 Gold Partner 

Zoetis

  Gold Partner  

Glue-U Adhesives

  Gold Partner 

Hemp for Horses

  Gold Partner  

EasyCare

  Gold Partner  

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  Silver Partner  

SmartPak

 Bronze Partner

Purcell Farrier Supply

 Bronze Partner

Hoof MD

 Bronze Partner

Anvil Brand

 Bronze Partner

International Association of Professional Farriers

  Advocacy Partner 

Equine Lameness Prevention Organization

  Advocacy Partner  

HoofCare Essentials Foundation