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Second Annual Equine Extravaganza at UMC February 16, 17

Students enrolled in the equine industries management degree program at the University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC) will sponsor the Second Annual Equine Extravaganza on Saturday, February 16, at 6 p.m. in the University Teaching and Outreach Center Arena on the north edge of the UMC campus.  A repeat performance will take place on Sunday, February 17, at 2 p.m. 

The event is open to the public.  Advanced tickets to each performance cost $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 12 and under.  To reserve tickets, contact members of the UMC Horseman’s Association or Rodeo Association, or contact Andrew Hinnrichs by phone at 218-281-8701 or via e-mail at uajh007@mail.crk.umn.edu.  Tickets will be available at the door only if space permits for one dollar above the advanced ticket cost.

UMC equine industries management students and others will showcase their horse handling skills on UMC horses and student owned horses.  Demonstrations will include dressage, rodeo, jumping, and Western riding skills.   Special events will include a drill team and a driving demonstration.  The event is scheduled to last about two hours.  Concessions will be available.

Disability accommodations are available upon request by calling 218-281-8913.

Related article:  Viking and Mount will Gallop in Extravaganza

Posted  02/04/2002
Contact: Andrew Svec, 218-281-8435


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