The University of Maryland Extension will host an “Intro to Farriery” workshop on Nov. 12 at Bay Point Equestrian Center in Berlin, Maryland. The event will run from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Through a combination of lecture and demonstration, the event is designed to give casual horse enthusiasts and professionals alike a better understanding of hoof care and management. This program will begin with a lecture covering anatomy and physiology of the hoof, how hoof health and function is affected by conformation, skills associated with trimming the balanced foot, and determining when shoes are necessary.

Lunch will be provided, followed by a demonstration of the trimming and shoeing process on a live horse with ample time for questions. Instruction will be provided by Dave Billotte, professional farrier who attended Pennsylvania State University and is a graduate of Heartland Horseshoeing School, in Lamar, Missouri.

Anyone is welcome to register; no experience is necessary. The program will be geared toward adults but could be suitable for older youth. The workshop is limited to 20 seats on a first-come, first-served basis; the deadline to register is Nov. 9