NDSU Equine Sciences

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

North Dakota State University ("NDSU") envisions the development of a $2-$3 million performance arena on the 14.5 acres set aside on the planned location for the North Dakota Horse Park. These facilities will be associated with a stable unit, plus areas set aside for construction of both and indoor and open-air arena.

 

The NDSU program presently consists of a major/minor in Equine Studies, which were initiated for the fall semester, 2001.  The curricula has the preliminary general education courses, specific college requirements and five courses related to horse production and horsemanship. 

 

The Department is currently headed by Dr. Carolyn (Carrie) Hammer, DVM. Dr. Hammer graduated from Iowa State University with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Animal Physiology. Dr. Hammer's primary responsibilities include overseeing the Equine Studies program and teaching the junior and senior level equine classes.

 

Jointly we have a vision of a strong mutual relationship between the organizations that will result in the facilitation of a quality educational program and a highly successful racing venue.

 

For further information about NDSU's Equine Sciences Department see:

http://www.ag.ndsu.edu/

 

North Dakota Racing Commission

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Horse Race North Dakota works under the direction of the North Dakota Racing Commission and the Director of Racing, Randy Blaseg.

 

North Dakota Director of Racing:

Randy Blaseg

 

North Dakota Racing Commission:

James Clement, Chairman

Clarence Frederick, Sr.

DeAnn M. Pladson

Tom Secrest

H. Patrick Weir

 

www.ndracingcommission.com

 

Alpha Equus English Riders (AEER)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Alpha Equus English Riders is a non-profit organization created to promote English Riding in Fargo, ND and surrounding areas.

 

The mission of the Alpha Equus English Riders is to promote English horseback riding disciplines: including Dressage, Hunt Seat, Jumping and Eventing.

 

AEER will be the leader in sponsoring quality educational and competitive English riding events in the region

 

For more information, go to www.aeerfargo.com .

 

Denim and Diamonds

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Denim N Diamonds Equestrian Drill Team  formed in 2000 an another way for show and trail riders to get together to share their love of horses as well as improve their riding skills.

Most of the riders are from the Horace/Fargo area.  However, there are riders from as far as Sabin, MN and Wyndmere, ND.

The Team has performed at parades, local community events and regional competitions.  Their horses are of various breeds:  Quarter, Paint, Appaloosa and Arabian with a wide range of ages and experience.  The Team is always looking to add members.

Their mission is to continue entertaining crowds as ambassadors for patriotism while improving their horsemanship through teamwork, patience, persistence and friendship. 

The Team gets its name from and takes pride in "wearing their denims" and "riding their diamonds".  They ride in the spirit of friendship and camaraderie and always for the enjoyment of the crowd.

 

For information on scheduling for events or becoming a member, please contact: 

 

Sandy Fuchs (701) 277-1307

or email: sfuchs@prodigy.net

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