SOUTHEASTERN EQUESTRIAN TRAILS CONFERENCE
The SOUTHEASTERN EQUESTRIAN TRAILS CONFERENCE is coming to Alabama for the first time on July 21-23, 2011. How does this relate to you?
As you probably know, one of Alabama's greatest assets is its wealth of natural resources. The development of equestrian related trails and real estate provides new economic development opportunities for small, rural communities. Following the practice of asset-based development, equine related growth is a practical solution for rural areas with little infrastructure. Many developers are calling this type of development "the new golf".
Come attend our SETC conference and hear more about the successful stories of equine related economic development and the financial impact this could be bringing to your county and our state. Although this is the 14th year for SETC, this is the first time EVER in Alabama and has already developed a strong coalition ready to step up and move forward for our counties and state. We currently have registered attendees from 12 states. Speakers from across the country offer some real insight as to current projects and future opportunities. Partnering to host this event are: Alabama Farmers Federation, Alabama Department of Economics and Community Affairs, Alabama Quarter Horse Association, Alabama Cooperative Extension Service - Auburn University Horse Extension Unit, Alabama State Parks, Alabama Horse Council, Back Country Horsemen, Judson College, University of Alabama Center for Economic Development and the U S D A Forest Service --- all with a vested interest in our state's growth and success.
Alabama's equine industry contributed almost $2.4 BILLION to our state's economy and has even greater potential to expand its contribution to our county and state economics. In these difficult times, this additional revenue could have a serious and positive impact on our future.
The event is being held in Auburn, Alabama at the very well appointed Auburn Hotel and Conference Center which offers great meeting and guest rooms, as well as an atmosphere to make you feel at home. A discounted hotel rate is available for the conference, please be sure to mention it!
Visit www.southeeasternequstriantrails.com for a full agenda and
to register for this important equine economic conference in "Sweet Home Alabama"
or call 205 348-7058 with any questions.
As you probably know, one of Alabama's greatest assets is its wealth of natural resources. The development of equestrian related trails and real estate provides new economic development opportunities for small, rural communities. Following the practice of asset-based development, equine related growth is a practical solution for rural areas with little infrastructure. Many developers are calling this type of development "the new golf".
Come attend our SETC conference and hear more about the successful stories of equine related economic development and the financial impact this could be bringing to your county and our state. Although this is the 14th year for SETC, this is the first time EVER in Alabama and has already developed a strong coalition ready to step up and move forward for our counties and state. We currently have registered attendees from 12 states. Speakers from across the country offer some real insight as to current projects and future opportunities. Partnering to host this event are: Alabama Farmers Federation, Alabama Department of Economics and Community Affairs, Alabama Quarter Horse Association, Alabama Cooperative Extension Service - Auburn University Horse Extension Unit, Alabama State Parks, Alabama Horse Council, Back Country Horsemen, Judson College, University of Alabama Center for Economic Development and the U S D A Forest Service --- all with a vested interest in our state's growth and success.
Alabama's equine industry contributed almost $2.4 BILLION to our state's economy and has even greater potential to expand its contribution to our county and state economics. In these difficult times, this additional revenue could have a serious and positive impact on our future.
The event is being held in Auburn, Alabama at the very well appointed Auburn Hotel and Conference Center which offers great meeting and guest rooms, as well as an atmosphere to make you feel at home. A discounted hotel rate is available for the conference, please be sure to mention it!
Visit www.southeeasternequstriantrails.com for a full agenda and
to register for this important equine economic conference in "Sweet Home Alabama"
or call 205 348-7058 with any questions.
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