Michelle Drewek

Michelle Drewek

Michelle Drewek is Lessiter Media's Digital Media Manager. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a degree in Journalism & Mass Communications, she joined the Lessiter Media team as an editorial intern in Spring 2011 before joining the staff full-time at the start of 2012.

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The Backyard Horse

Backyard Horse Owners: Who are They?

Farriers describe these clients, and the clients describe themselves
"Backyard horse owners are my primary clients, and I value each and every one. Some are neighbors, some are riding buddies and I am one myself," says a farrier of backyard horses. Backyard horse owners, like the horses themselves, come in all types.
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Halls of Fame Welcome Six New Members

Three farriers and three equine veterinarians from around the world are honored for their passion and dedication to promoting hoof care
The 2012 classes were inducted into the International Horseshoeing Hall Of Fame and the International Equine Veterinarian Hall Of Fame at the 9th annual International Hoof-Care Summit, Feb. 1 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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Rising Shoeing Star

Up-and-Coming Farriers

Honoring the newest Rising Shoeing Stars at the 2012 International Hoof-Care Summit
In 2009, the Rising Shoeing Star program awarded its first three novice farriers for their post-graduation endeavors.
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Honoring Volunteerism

Farrier Rick Martinez is commemorated for his generosity and dedicated work at a Georgia therapeutic riding center
Rick Martinez of Cumming, Ga., was presented with the Summit Achievement Award at the 9th annual International Hoof-Care Summit in Cincinnati, Ohio, on Feb. 2, 2012.
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A Unique Approach to Forging Exercise

The top three finishers give an insider’s look to the Calgary Stampede spin-off exercise
The World Champion Blacksmiths' Competition, held each year at the Calgary Stampede in Calgary, Alberta, is the "Olympics of blacksmithing." Contestants worldwide come each July to compete in a variety of exercises that show off their forging skills.
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A Chance for Farriers to Give Back

How two Wisconsin farriers made a difference on a rural South Dakota Indian reservation
In 2010, two farriers journeyed from Wisconsin to South Dakota to take part in an exceptional volunteer opportunity. The Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, located in the southwest part of South Dakota, is the home to hundreds of wild horses with no professional caretakers.
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