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OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2021
No Foot,
No Horse
Arlington, Texas
November 8-12, 2021
Registration is still open!
In 3 AFA President’s Letter 23 Calendar of Events
This 4 FIA President’s Letter 24 TEVIS and the TEVIS
Farrier 2021
Issue 5 Executive Director’s Report
26 Road to the Journeyman
6 AFA News & Press Releases
7 AFA Team Trials 28 Journal Club Catch Up
8 Certification 29 Event Wrap-Ups
10 AFA Convention: See you in
Arlington!
Board of Directors
REGION 1 REGION 3 REGION 5 TREASURER
Alaska, Arizona, Asia, Australia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Connecticut, Delaware, Tim Byrne, CJF
California, Hawaii, Idaho, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Europe, Maine, Maryland, 812-987-3469
Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Ontario, Wisconsin Massachusetts, New Hampshire, memphisforge1@yahoo.com
Yukon Territory Travis (Vern) Powell, CJF, TE, New Jersey, New York, Nova
Scotia, Pennsylvania, Quebec, BOD REPRESENTATIVES
R.T. Goodrich, CJF (‘22) DipWCF (‘22) Doug Corey, CJF, DipWCF
rtgoodrich@gmail.com mvpfarrierservice@sbcglobal.net Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia,
Washington D.C. 315-345-3464
Lance Yohe, CJF (’23) Kenny Hoyle, CJF (‘23) dougjrcjf@gmail.com
afaregion1@hotmail.com khoyle@woh.rr.com Mike Licata (‘22)
mikelicata@comcast.net Lance Yohe, CJF
Robert Bair, CF (’21) David Hallock, CJF, 916-509-5671
owyheeride9@gmail.com AWCF, ASF (‘21) Matt Hillegas, CJF (‘23) afaregion1@hotmail.com
3Rforge@gmail.com matthillcf@gmail.com
REGION 2 Doug Corey, CJF (’21) SECRETARY (ex officio)
Alberta, Central America, REGION 4 dougjrcjf@gmail.com Lori McBride, CJF
Colorado, Kansas, Manitoba, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, 330-268-8197
Montana, Nebraska, New
Mexico, North Dakota,
Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana,
Mississippi, North Carolina,
Executive afasecretary1@yahoo.com
Oklahoma, Saskatchewan, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Committee EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Tennessee, West Virginia Martha L. Jones
Wyoming PRESIDENT 317-417-4544
Rittner Goff, CF (‘22) Jon Johnson, CJF
Jacob Manning, CJF (’22) horseshoernc@yahoo.com mjones@americanfarriers.org
913-704-9841
jacobmanningcjf@hotmail.com Eric Gray, CJF (‘23) jonjafa@gmail.com
Thomas Trosin, CJF (’21) keyghorsemanship@gmail.com VICE PRESIDENT
trosinfarrier@gmail.com Andy Gumpert, CJF (’21) Bruce Worman, CJF
Chris Hessley, CJF (‘23) gumpertfarrierservice@gmail.com 208-989-7661
cjhessley@gmail.com bwhorseshoe@aol.com
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AFA President’s Letter Greetings Everyone, Once again, we are only a few short weeks away from our convention in TEXAS. As we have been in constant contact with the staff in Arlington we are very pleased that, as I write this, the hotel is almost completely sold out – and by the time you read this, likely will be! We have published the other two hotels for overflow if you were not able to get reservations made at the host hotel. As we get close to the event, we are doing our very best to make sure all COVID precautions are taken for everyone in attendance. Please keep up to date with the information posted on our Convention home page that we receive from those in Arlington. If you have not done so yet and are able to, please download the AFA app. The office is doing a great job of posting up-to-date news, so you’ll have it at the touch of your fingertips and you don’t have to wait for an e-blast or newsletter for important information. As Team Trials have just finished up, I would like to once again thank everyone that took part in this new adventure. The competition was stronger than ever during the second leg. Congrats to those of you that participated. It was great to see some of the names change positions from beginning to end, and I can’t wait to see the intensity on the grand floor this year. Please remember that on-line voting is still taking place, so be sure to vote in our 2021 elections! As this will be the last newsletter before Convention, I would like to close with this: I hope everyone has a very safe and uneventful trip to Arlington – we are all getting excited to get back together after such a long stretch. See y’all soon. Best Regards, Jon Johnson, CJF President, American Farriers Association
FIA President’s Letter Hello, AFA and FIA Members! Soon after you read this, the American Farrier’s Association will have their Convention in the GREAT STATE OF TEXAS. (I just put that in to have some fun with this letter!) Those who were here last time found they had to use Uber to go anywhere. Arlington has changed a lot around the Expo Center, and it’s going to make going out a lot simpler. So, finding a great place to eat will be easily accomplished this year. I know you will be attending the convention to learn and be involved in many different things that are going on. The TPFA should be offering some kind of an information center, and they will likely put it with the OFA/TPFA raffle trailer. We’re hoping that everyone attending will load up on purchasing trailer tickets because this will probably be the year of the least number of ticket sales prior to the drawing to win! (This year the trailer background color is a beautiful shade of blue…one I think anyone would be proud to pull. Maybe even consider buying a new vehicle to pull it!). The FIA MarketPlace is already sold out, so there will be lots of great things available there. And the auction that follows the banquet will offer a chance to submit something handmade or other cool things to buy. I’m offering $500 to the person from Texas and surrounding states who forges an item that brings in the most money in the auction. I’m sure there will be others making similar offers at a date closer to when the convention starts, and details relating to that will be available soon! Last but not least, we greatly appreciate you doing everything in your power to keep yourself and others safe during this great event. Looking forward to seeing everyone soon! Chuck Milne FIA President Texas Farrier Supply 4 N O F O OT, N O H O R S E
Executive Director’s Report
Hello, AFA & FIA Members!
It’s hard for me to believe that when you receive this it will nearly be time for us to meet
in Arlington for our 50th Anniversary Convention! It’s been a remarkable few months
planning for this event, and as a staff, we could not be more excited!
As you’ve likely heard by now, there will be several special events and member recognition
moments throughout the week, and I hope all of you will plan to attend those! Special
events to watch for include our Legends Exhibition on Tuesday evening, a very special
Forefathers of the AFA discussion hosted by our founder, Walt Taylor, and even Nashville
recording artist, Jarrod Morris, who will be joining us on Thursday evening thanks to our
host Chapter, the TPFA! These are in addition to the usual outstanding events you’ve come
to expect at the AFA Convention, a terrific lineup of speakers, the National Forging &
Horseshoeing Competition, and of course, our very full FIA MarketPlace!
We will also be recognizing some incredible people within our AFA family, such as our 45+
and 50-year members, our past American Farriers Team members, our Emeritus Examiners,
all candidates who successfully achieved a level of certification from January 1, 2020 to
June 30, 2021, and of course, our 2021 Achievement Awards recipients. It’s going to be an
amazing week, and I have no doubt that there will be something to look forward to for
everyone!
As ever, there are so many people to thank for pulling such a large-scale event together.
Our member volunteers devote hundreds of hours before the event, as well as during the
event, to coordinate an outstanding week of opportunity, learning and camaraderie –
and we are thankful! From those that help with set up on Monday morning to those that
create a beautiful Grand Finale on our last night, we have no shortage of members who
give selflessly to this event. These individuals allow us to not only enjoy our time together,
but to leave having learned, accomplished, or achieved something during the week.
In particular, I’d like to recognize our Convention Committee, led by Chairman, Jon
Johnson, CJF, our Rules Committee, led by Justin Fry, CJF, our Certification Committee,
led by Craig Stark, CJF, our Pre-Certification Committee, led by Hank Chisholm, CJF, our
Achievement Awards Committee led by Tim Koelln, CJF, FE, and our Historical & Memorial
Council led by Eric Nygaard, CJF. In addition to countless hours spent preparing for
Convention, these individuals work hard throughout the week to ensure our attendees
have an outstanding event experience, a smooth competition, meaningful learning
experiences, and special recognition. If you see any of these guys around, I hope
you’ll thank them for the considerable time and energy they spend giving back to our
Association!
Finally, I wanted to take a moment to remind you that there is still time to vote in our
Director and Officer elections! You can do so online by visiting here: americanfarriers.org/
page/2021-candidate-statements and signing in, OR while you are onsite in Arlington –
but whichever you choose, please vote!! Our new leaders will be announced during the
General Membership Meeting on Friday morning, and I am truly looking forward to their
future contributions to the AFA.
Long story short, it’s going to be a terrific celebration of 50 years of the AFA, and I simply
can’t wait to see you in Arlington!
Cheers!
Martha Jones
Executive Director
American Farrier’s Association & Farrier Industry Association
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AFA News & Press Releases
2021 DIRECTOR AND OFFICER ELECTIONS
If you haven’t done so already, it’s time to VOTE! This is the first
time we have offered electronic voting membership-wide,
and it’s as easy as a couple of clicks! Please visit our candidates’
statements page on the website here: https://americanfarriers.
org/page/2021-candidate-statements, read each person’s goals,
and log in to vote – because your voice is important! You are also
welcome to vote onsite during Convention – so however you do
it, please make the time to vote for our future leaders!
AMERICAN FARRIER’S ASSOCIATION APP
Our AFA app is live in both the Apple and Android stores, and
we’d love you to download it!! In addition to all kinds of handy
information, educational resources, and the certification guide
in a flipbook edition (for members only), all of our Convention
information will be at your fingertips while you are in Arlington!
50TH ANNIVERSARY CONVENTION: Download it today so you’ll have it to access the schedule,
REGISTRATION, RECOGNITIONS & KNOW competition information, and any onsite updates that come up!
BEFORE YOU GO!
Registration: As you will see in this issue, we have an absolutely
outstanding lineup of speakers for our 50th Annual Convention,
and there is still time to register to attend! Although the Early
Bird deadline has passed, please plan to join us in Arlington for
this special celebration!
Recognitions: In case you hadn’t heard, we will be recognizing
some very special people throughout our 50th anniversary
event! If you are a Past President, past American Farriers Team
member, or a 45+ year member, we want to see you!! We’ll also
be recognizing those who have achieved certification from
January 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 during our Grand Finale,
so make sure you’re in attendance to receive a very special gift
from Mustad USA!
Know Before You Go / COVID Response: If you’ve been
wondering how we will be handling our 50th anniversary amidst
COVID, please take a moment to visit our website and click the
“Know Before You Go” link. The AFA will not be imposing any
mask mandates on our attendees; however, we will be subject to AFA MEMBER BENEFIT PROGRAM: COMMON
the rules and regulations of our host site – so please check that
link for any changes. We are also working with our onsite team
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Team Trials
Am
iers
Team
2021
Current Team Standings as of September 2021
Competitor Total Points Earned
Juan Berumen, CJF 53
Brian Buckner, CJF 56
Patrick Dutton, CJF 54
Adam Fahr, CJF 42
Jason Hill, CJF 17
Daniel Jones, CJF 60
Cole McElroy, CJF 17
Mike Miller, CJF 23
Vern Powell, CJF 4
Sawyer Spradling, CJF 62
Ryan Stoops, CJF 29
Brian Strelow, CJF 22
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Certification
Schedule of AFA Approved Certifications & Tester Updates
Craig Stark, CJF - Certification Committee Chairman, (918) 857-0771
Hank Chisholm, CJF - Pre-Certification Committee Chairman, (601) 947-5602
October 15-16 November 19-20
Ohio Certification Kentucky AFA Pre-Certification Clinic
Host: Mid-Eastern Farriers Association Host: Kentucky Horseshoeing School
Location: Grizzle Ridge Arena Location: 3612 Lexington Rd, Richmond, KY 40475
52106 Grizzle Ridge Road, Jerusalem, OH 43747 Instructor: TBD
Examiner: Phil Bower, CJF All Levels/Areas Offered
All Levels/Areas Offered Contact: Sarah Taylor – 859-575-4063
Contact: David Bentrem, CJF – 412-580-4458
December 16
October 15-16 Kentucky Tester Update
Missouri Certification 1 Location: Kentucky Horseshoeing School
Host: Missouri Association of Professional Farriers 3612 Lexington Rd, Richmond, KY 40475
Location: Heartland Horseshoeing School Examiner: Eric Gilleland, CJF, TE
327 SW 1st Ln, Lamar, MO 64959 Contact: Sarah Taylor – 859-575-4063
Examiner: Dusty Franklin, CJF, AWCF, ASF
All Levels/Areas Offered December 16-17
Contact: Cody Gregory, CJF, AWCF, ASF – 417-262-3060 Kentucky Certification
Host: Kentucky Horseshoeing School
October 16-17 Location: 3612 Lexington Rd, Richmond, KY 40475
Missouri Certification 2 Examiner: Eric Gilleland, CJF, TE
Host: Missouri Association of Professional Farriers All Levels/Areas Offered
Location: Heartland Horseshoeing School Contact: Sarah Taylor – 859-575-4063
327 SW 1st Ln, Lamar, MO 64959
Examiner: Dusty Franklin, CJF, AWCF, ASF December 17
All Levels/Areas Offered Virginia Tester Update
Contact: Cody Gregory, CJF, AWCF, ASF – 417-262-3060 Location: Virginia Tech
500 Plantation Rd, Blacksburg, VA 24061
October 22 Examiner: Mike Poe, CJF
South Carolina Certification Contact: Travis Burns, CJF, TE, EE, FWCF – 540-553-4827
Host: South Carolina Farriers Association
Location: Palmetto Equine Veterinary Clinic December 17-18
451 Jenkins Circle, Townville, SC 29689 Virginia Certification
Examiner: Eric Gilleland, CJF, TE Host: Virginia Horseshoers Association
All Levels/Areas Offered Location: Virginia Tech
Contact: Dusty Newby, CJF – 864-992-0020 500 Plantation Rd, Blacksburg, VA 24061
Examiner: Mike Poe, CJF
October 23 All Levels/Areas Offered
Ontario Tester Update ONLINE Registration Only – americanfarriers.org
Location: Wesley Clover Parks Contact: Travis Burns, CJF, TE, EE, FWCF – 540-553-4827
401 Corkstown Rd, Ottawa, ON K2H 8T1 Canada
Examiner: Gerard Laverty, CJF, TE February 4-5
Contact: Sara Vanderpol, CJF – 226-821-0989 Florida AFA Pre-Certification Clinic
Host: Steele Equine Vet Services & Performance Horse Center
October 23 Location: 7713 FL-64 East, Zolfo Springs, FL 33890
Ontario Certification Instructor: Hank Chisholm, CJF
Host: Ontario Farriers Association All Levels/Areas Offered
Location: Wesley Clover Parks Contact: TJ Steele, CJF – 863-673-4810
401 Corkstown Rd, Ottawa, ON K2H 8T1 Canada
Examiner: Gerard Laverty, CJF, TE, AWCF
All Levels/Areas Offered
Contact: Sara Vanderpol, CJF – 226-821-0989
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Certification
Michigan Horseshoers Association Certification
The Michigan Horseshoers Association hosted a terrific certification at Henry Detweiler’s shop September 10 and 11. It was a
beautiful weekend, and we’d like to thank everyone who helped put the event together and kept it running smoothly. Special
thanks to Examiner, Mark Thorkildson, CJF, AWCF, and all of the Testers! Congratulations to all the candidates who are working hard
to achieve your goals – you are all rockstars!
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Certification
SNEFA Fall Certificatoin
The Southern New England Farriers Association hosted our away suddenly this summer. Matt had a wife and two young
annual fall certification on September 10th and 11th at Ocean children, and he will be greatly missed by the horse community
State Equine in Scituate, Rhode Island. here in New England.
Friday morning gave the candidates the opportunity to We would like to thank Ocean State Equine welcoming us back
practice shoe modifications and forging. The testing began again this year. The doctors and the staff were instrumental
in the afternoon with the written exams and the shoe board in providing a positive experience for the candidates. Our
evaluations. After the exams were completed and the shoe Examiner and our Testers were all first class. A huge thank you to
boards were scored, those who were eligible moved on to their Eric Gilleland CJF, TE, and his wife, Cat, as well as Doug Corey CJF,
bar shoes or on-site modifications. AWCF, Scott Button, CJF, and Jeff Myrick, CJF. Thank you also to
Saturday was all about shoeing the horses. The indoor arena our provisional testers, Georgia Barry, CJF, and Katie Panos, CJF.
at Ocean State Equine worked perfectly for the candidates to Thanks to the many vendors who donated to our auction. A
undertake this portion of the exam. Everything ran smoothly special thanks goes to Northeast Farrier Supply, who supplied
thanks to the input from our Examiner and our Testers, as breakfast Saturday morning and Werkman Horseshoes, who
well as all the volunteers from SNEFA who made this happen. provided lunch Saturday afternoon. Thank you to Jamie Badeau,
18 candidates tested for the exam at their respective levels. CF, for organizing all the donations for the silent auction.
Congratulations to those who passed! And to those who did not, And finally a huge THANK YOU to Garrett Maloney, CJF and his
keep working at it! The journey towards the test is what makes wife, Ann, for organizing our certification and providing lunch
you a better farrier, not the test itself. on Friday. We could not do this without you both!
After the horses were all shod, a silent auction was held. The
proceeds went to the family of Matt Lewis, a farrier who passed
10 N O F O OT, N O H O R S ECertification & Endorsement Accomplishments
Congratulations on this Achievement!
LIST OF CERTIFIED January 2020 – June 2021
ALABAMA GEORGIA MASSACHUSETTS OHIO Sammy Pittman, CF, DVM
Chris Roehrer, CJF Ancil Stewart, CF Collin Kimple, CF Levi Runnion, CF Tyler Robinson, CJF
Blake Whiston, CF Chris Gilham, CF Jacob Yinguez, CF
Eric Gray, CJF MICHIGAN OKLAHOMA
ARIZONA Whitney Roberts, CF Leroy Hershberger, CF Robert Gormley, CF
Christopher Sprayberry, UTAH
Yahsa-Yakov Aharon, CJF Natalie Shaw, CF Vince Sabatino, CF
Joseph McAnally, CF CF
Matt Wheeler, CF MINNESOTA
Haley Hodnefield, CF OREGON VIRGINIA
ARKANSAS Tristan Ferguson, CF Jared Brown, CJF
Charles Haines, CF IDAHO
Hahots Shebala, CF MISSISSIPPI John Fisher, CF
Clay Hartness, CF Hubert (Sam) Howard, Gilad Friedman, CJF
Marshall Speer, CJF James Woodworth, CF PENNSYLVANIA
CJF* Wesley Auker, CF Avery Schaefer, CF
Yvonne Skrzypczak, CF Benuel Beiler, CF
CALIFORNIA ILLINOIS Jason White, CJF
Matthew Ostergard, CTF Jacob Beiler, CF WASHINGTON
Heidi Bugg, CF Kerri Bonus, CF James Bumpaous, CF
Joel Dyer, CJF MISSOURI Sheldon Thomas, CJF*
Benjamin Garcia, CF INDIANA Matthew Brooks, CF Troy Wood, CF
Tiffany Gardner, CJF Troy Colglazier, CJF RHODE ISLAND
Scott Bushaw, CJF Jamie Badeau, CF
Sean Lorenzana, CJF Emery Miller, CF Chris Clark, CJF
James McKinzie, CJF Reuben Miller, CJF Michael Paparo, CJF* WEST VIRGINIA
Brett Jeschke, CJF Colton Ellis, CF
Tony Mendoza, CF Lillian Kahl, CF
Joe Novy, CJF KANSAS Matt Ogle, CF SOUTH CAROLINA
Andrew Malleck, CF Dalton Thompson, CF Jesse Huff, CF WISCONSIN
COLORADO William David Reed, CF JohnPaul Werner, CF Carrie Bleser, CF
Kyle Agee, CF SOUTH DAKOTA
Roy Basinger, CF KENTUCKY MONTANA Jake Stonefield, CJF CANADA
Mark Harden, CF Carlos Carvajal, CF Rory Bauer, CJF BRITISH COLUMBIA
Cordero Larson, CJF Shih-Lin Chang, CF Neil Duede, CF David Comer, CF
Jake Maestas, CJF TENNESSEE
Meghan Coyle, CF Leslie Jones, CTF Alysha Jane-Millar, CF
Robert Middlemas, CF Logan Felix, CF Matt Roberson, CJF
Casey Morman, CF NEVADA Ken McAllister, CJF
Travis Florence, CJF Jason Raby, CF Hunter Winship, CF
Dillan Murphy, CF Mike Cinquini, CF
Nathan Gingerich, CJF Samuel Evans, CF David Rickman, CF
Matthew Powell, CJF Carlos Goni Bacigalupi, ISRAEL
Ryan Rusch, CF Elijah Schminke, CF Segev Lazarovitz, CF
CJF
Aaron Schwaderer, CJF Jean-Paul Jarmann, CF NEW MEXICO ITALY
Jake Woirhaye, CJF Jonathan Kippler, CF Klint Rodgers, CJF TEXAS Gerhard Margesin, CF
Mick Maynard, CF Corey Baxter, CJF*
CONNECTICUT Kaycee Paksi, CF Joshua Burris, CF MEXICO
NORTH CAROLINA Steffi Kersten, CF
Allyson Garcia, CF Kelsey Quack, CF Wayne Baesemann, CJF Cody Clark, CF
Murphy Hackett, CF Danny Rawlings, CF Neal Flippo, CF Benjamin Coley, CF NEW ZEALAND
Allyson LeGeyt, CF Andrea Lane, CF Elizabeth Evans, CF Ryan Lim, CJF
Dennis Sullivan, CF Kristopher Hair, CJF
LOUISIANA
FLORIDA Kelton Harris, CF
Kyle Carlson, CF
Jose Escobedo, CF Ian Havens, CJF
Nathan Fontenot, CF NORTH DAKOTA
Alex Garraus, CF Christopher Hessley, CJF
Lisa Koppinger, CF Brittani Johnson, CF
Cody Lamberton, CF MARYLAND Allan Voeller, CJF
Marcus Lybarger, CF Weston Newsom, CJF
Geoffrey Garcia, CF Joshua Nunn, CF
Edwin Medina, CF Laura Wing, CF
Kenneth Van Etten, CF Tyson Pate, CF
A huge note of thanks to all of
the AFA Examiners and Testers,
facility hosts and the legions of
volunteers it takes to manage a
successful certification. CERTIFIED JOURNEYMAN
FARRIER
*Earned the Certified Farrier AND Certified Journeyman Farrier between Jan 2020 and June 2021
OC TOBER / NOVEMBER 2021 11Convention
See you soon
in Arlington
There is still time to register and attend the 50th Annual
AFA Convention! Register at www.americanfarriers.org
or call (877) 268-4505
12 N O F O OT, N O H O R S EThank You to Our Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor:
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TOP 5 REASONS TO ATTEND
Expert Educational Lectures and Demonstrations
Raise your level of expertise by learning from these speakers and
demonstrators!
Tom Petersen, CJF
Patrick Reilly
Grant Moon, CJF, FWCF Horseshoe Level:
Dennis Manning, CJF
Dusty Franklin, CJF, AWCF, ASF
Blane Chapman, CJF
Bodie Trnka, CJF
Dr. Brent Barrett, DVM, CJF Social Sponsors:
Thomas N Trosin, CJF
Lee Olson, CJF
Myron McLane, CJF
Shayne Carter, CJF, MS
Jim Poor, CJF
Ray Legel, CJF Hammer Level:
Dr. Amy Armentrout, DVM, MS, DACVS
Jim Keith, CJF
The 2021 National Forging & Horseshoeing Competition:
Watch and learn!
Open Division Judges: Bryan Osborne, CJF; Tom Petersen, CJF; Rasp Level:
Bob Slansky, CJF 3B Farrier Supply / Double Bar One Patton Hoof Ruler
Intermediate Division Judges: Patrick Dutton, CJF; Adam Fahr, Edward Martin Products Southwestern Ohio Farriers
CJF; Daniel Jones, CJF; Sawyer Spradling, CJF Ken Davis & Sons Association
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For the first time in years, the FIA MarketPlace is FULL! Visit our Educational Partners:
outstanding exhibitors who are happy to help you with anything FPD, Inc. NAEP
you need!
In-Kind Sponsors:
Certification: Presentations, Demonstrations, Testing
Opportunities, and Recognition! American Farriers Journal Texas Farrier Supply
CF and CJF Demonstrations by AFA Examiners, Hands-On Anvil Brand (Steel) Nature Farms Farrier Supply
Stations with Pre-Certification Instructors, TE Presentations FPD, Inc. Mustad USA
& Written Exam, Certification Workshop, CF Shoe Display, Thomas N. Trosin, CJF
Certification Shoe Examination, TE Modern Materials
Examination, , CF, CTF, CJF Written Exams, Special Recognition of Thank You to Our Competition Sponsors
Newly Certified from 1/1/20 to 6/30/21!
50th Anniversary Celebration!
Featured 50th Anniversary Events: Legends Exhibition, American
Farriers Team Recognition, 45+ Year Member Recognition
Forefathers of the AFA Round Table with Walt Taylor, CF...and
much more!
OC TOBER / NOVEMBER 2021 132021 AFA Convention Speakers
Amy Armentrout, DVM, MS, DACVS
Topic: Surgical & Soundness Considerations for the Foot
As veterinarians, we are often trying to achieve high levels of performance
on a client-dictated schedule. Without appropriate farrier care and an
excellent farrier-veterinarian relationship, soundness goals cannot be
reliably achieved. Additionally, surgical outcomes are often reliant upon
excellent post-operative care, where the farrier is usually the key player in
determining success. The way the horse interacts with the ground affects
the health of the entire musculoskeletal system, and the health of the
musculoskeletal system affects the health of the horse. Farrier care is a key
component of health, not just soundness.
Amy Armentrout, DVM, MS, DACVS Brent Barrett, DVM, CJF Brent Barrett, DVM, CJF
Topic: Support Materials: Options to Help Horses & Avoid Complications
We will discuss when support materials are indicated, different options
and their varying functions, and how to avoid pressure overloads.
Shayne Carter, CJF, MS
Topic 1: 49 Years of Horseshoeing with a Focus on Farrier-Vet Relations
Topic 2: 49 Years of Horseshoeing with a Focus on Damascus Steel
Blane Chapman, CJF
Topic: Hoof Angles, Hoof Maps, and Horseshoeing
This lecture will discuss what I’ve learned in 35 years of horseshoeing.
Simplifying the process, three hoof angles we should know and how we
can address them, trimming and wise selection. I will also give you a few
other tips on how to shoe from your shop.
Shayne Carter, CJF, MS Blane Chapman, CJF
Dusty Franklin, CJF, ASF, AWCF
Topic: Shoeing for Functionality Using Anatomy
Learning to shoe horses based on the functionality of anatomy instead of
theory is paramount to understanding what we should be doing for the
horse. Once we learn anatomy and the way a horse uses its body, we are
enabled to do what is best for the horse so that it may be able
to do its job and have longevity.
Jim Keith, CJF
Topic: Looking Back: A Brief History of My Relationship with the AFA
The talk will begin with a description of what it was like for a young
person to get started in the profession before the advent of the American
Farrier’s Association, and progresses on to my first experiences with a
group that stood for the betterment of horses and horseshoers. Then on
Jim Keith, CJF Dusty Franklin, CJF, ASF, AWCF to the many changes that came about because of the interaction among
many practitioners of different skill levels and experiences. There will be
some contrasts made of “then and now”, and perhaps some thoughts on
what may need to come. Of course, the presentation will be based upon
my personal experiences, with full realization that other old horseshoers
will have a different story to tell.
Ray Legel, CJF
Topic: Blasts from the Past
What really causes navicular issues? Repair toe & quarter cracks without
lacing, patching or using acrylics. Handmade heart bars that are perfect
every time. Never miss a forge weld using Borax for flux. Applying hospital
plates without tapping.
Dennis C. Manning, CJF
Topic: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
Ray Legel, CJF Dennis C. Manning, CJF Mr. Manning began as a self-taught ‘cowboy’ horseshoer using cold ‘heel
toe’ horseshoes and a few worn out tools. An old horse trainer eventually
14 N O F O OT, N O H O R S Ehired him, encouraging him to get a forge and keep improving his skills.
After joining the American Farrier’s Association, a whole new world
opened up. The AFA provided opportunities to learn and develop skills,
comradeship with fellow horseshoers and possibly most important,
opportunities to serve.
Myron McLane, CJF
Topic: Using & Understanding Frog Support
Someone once said, “There comes a time when execution is more
important than theory”. Nowhere is that more appropriate than in our
trade! Myron will explain the theory, as well as describe the execution of
the theory.
Myron McLane, CJF Grant Moon, CJF, AWCF
Grant Moon, CJF, AWCF
Topic: Everyday Shoeing for Support & Mechanics
Lee Olsen, CJF
Topic: Not Your Ordinary Performance Horse Shoeing Subject
An in-depth look at proven ways to help struggling performance
horses get back into the winner’s circle. Lee Olsen, CJF, goes over how
nontraditional methods of performance horse shoeing has helped the
horses in his business reach their maximum potential. Lee believes that
it takes a combo of traditional and nontraditional style of farriery. Fitting/
supporting the hoof while giving the horse what it needs to perform.
Tom Petersen, CJF
Topic: Developing Strategies for Efficiency
Lee Olsen, CJF Tom Petersen, CJF
Will be discussing strategies to gain better efficiency at both the anvil
and the horse, with a better understanding of how a more mindful
approach can benefit the farrier. This will be followed by demonstrating
at the anvil how it can improve forge work and the ability to evaluate
one’s own work.
Jim Poor, CJF
Topic: Tool Maintenance
Jim is going to demonstrate fitting up and re-handling hammer handles
and driving hammer handles. He is also going to demonstrate how to
re-set tongs to fit a specific stock size.
Patrick Reilly
Topic: Fads in the Farrier Industry: Revisiting Our Response
Jim Poor, CJF Patrick Reilly
Bodie Trnka, CJF
Topic: Putting the Basics into Everyday Shoe Making
Focusing on the nuts and bolts of shoes that go on every day in a
shoeing practice. Being proficient, efficient, and understanding what
makes handmade horseshoes go on easy. Shapes, offset, nail placement,
heel types and finding a system of knowing how much to cut. Super
basic but incredibly hard to master.
Thomas N. Trosin, CF, CTF, CJF
Topic: Hello, Goodbye, and Everything in Between
Hello is your first impression. Goodbye is your second. In between a lot
can go both right and wrong. Tom is going to talk about conversing with
your clients, communicating your needs and understanding theirs in
Bodie Trnka, CJF Thomas N Trosin, CF, CTF, CJF order to provide the best service you can for their horses.
OC TOBER / NOVEMBER 2021 15CLASSIC NIPPER ™
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OC TOBER / NOVEMBER 2021 17Convention
CHARTER MEMBERS of the
50Years 1971-2021
AMERICAN FARRIERS ASSOCIATION
The American Farrier’s Association was founded on May 1, 1971. The inaugural meeting, at which pro tem officers were
appointed for one year, was held in Las Cruces, NM. The CHARTER of the Association was open from the inaugural meeting
in 1971 until the completion of the First Annual Meeting that was held in El Paso, TX, on January 22, 1972. The last Charter
Member was received on January 22, 1972.
C-1 Walter E. Taylor, Albuquerque, New Mexico C-35 Charley Swope, Tularosa, New Mexico
C-2 I. Merle Marshall, El Paso, Texas C-36 H. Clyde Sealey, Albuquerque, New Mexico
C-3 Lucille (Skip) Conner, Ft. Bliss, Texas C-37 Byron H. Whiffen, Bernalillo, New Mexico
C-4 Robert S. Morris, Albuquerque, New Mexico C-38 Perry A. Winks, El Paso, Texas
C-5 Russell E. Gossett, Albuquerque, New Mexico C-39 Lomax D. Walker, Jr., D.V.M., DeSoto, Texas
C-6 Ronald E. Burraychak, Chandler, Arizona C-40 Steven M. Yeich, Albuquerque, New Mexico
C-7 James A. Brophy, Los Alamos, New Mexico C-41 Gary Yaste, Las Cruces, New Mexico
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS | 1971-2021
C-8 Harry L. Brown, Sierra Vista, Arizona C-42 Mark Zifcak, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
C-9 Joe S. Chavez, Corrales, New Mexico C-43 James M. Garrett, Millersville, Pennsylvania
C-10 Ronald R. Downen, Morton, Illinois C-44 Anthony P. (Tony) Genta, Alamogordo, New Mexico
C-11 C. L. Eggert, Jr., Athens, Georgia C-45 Neel Glass, Pojoaque, New Mexico
C-12 Tony Enos, Santa Ysabel, California
C-13 Roy G. Edelman, Princeton, West Virginia
C-14 Patricia J. Edelman, Princeton, West Virginia ORIGINAL HONORARY MEMBERS
C-15 Harold S. Fisher, El Paso, Texas H-1 M.I. Rasmussen, (1971) New Mexico State University
C-16 Robert S. Fawsett, Jr., College Station, Texas H-2 Dr. Phillip Leyendecker, (1972)
C-17 Leland L. Filhart, El Paso, Texas New Mexico State University (deceased)
C-18 Michael C. Hinkson, Muleshoe, Texas H-3 Dr. Ben Harrington, DVM, Apex, NC (1976) (deceased)
C-19 David Q. Hodges, Bradford, Pennsylvania H-4* Hazel Senn, Albuquerque, NM (deceased)
C-20 Larry Hunt, Grand Falls, Texas H-5* Edward Martin, Esq., Scotland (deceased)
C-21 Richard G. Illing, Placitas, New Mexico
C-22 Rawley Jackson, Las Cruces, New Mexico
C-23 Kathy Langworthy, Three Rivers, Michigan
C-24 Connie Legacy, Ft. Defiance, Arizona
C-25 Bill Manning, Animas, New Mexico
C-26 Norman D. Melvin, Albuquerque, New Mexico
C-27 Joseph V. O’Rourke, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
C-28 Ray Ortiz, Santa Fe, New Mexico
C-29 Dennis S. Prince, Houma, Louisiana
C-30 Bruce H. Rounds, Indian Head, Maryland
C-31 Eliseo Rodriguez, Santa Fe, New Mexico
C-32 Gregory F. Ramsey, The Plains, Virginia
C-33 Charles T. Swann, Albuquerque, New Mexico
C-34 Tex Smart, Albuquerque, New Mexico
18 N O F O OT, N O H O R S EAFA Past Presidents
1971 – 1986 Walt Taylor, CF #1
1986 – 1988 Bruce Daniels, CJF #460 (deceased)
1988 – 1989 J. Scott Simpson, CJF #191 (deceased)
1989 – 1990 Allen Smith, CJF #236 (deceased)
1990 – 1994 Randy Luikart, CJF #606
1994 – 1995 Allen Smith, CJF #236 (deceased)
1995 – 1996 Michael DeLeonardo, CJF #154
1996 – 1998 Lim Couch, CJF #76 (deceased)
1998 – 2002 Emil Carre, CJF #587 (deceased)
2002 – 2006 Craig Trnka, CJF #2581
2006 – 2008 Dave Ferguson, CJF, TE #1009
2008 – 2009 Andrew Elsbree, CJF #3552
2009 – 2010 Richard Fanguy, CJF #2146
2010 – 2011 Eric Nygaard, CJF #1227
2011 – 2012 Buck McClendon, CJF #3287
2012 – 2013 Thomas Trosin, CJF #2756
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS | 1971-2021
2013 – 2014 John Blombach, CJF #2036
2014 – 2015 Margie Lee-Gustafson, CJF #2100
2015 – 2016 Thomas DuBois, CJF #512
2016 – 2017 Jon Johnson, CJF #8861
2017 – 2018 Donnie Perkinson, CJF, DipWCF #10417
2018 – 2020 Travis Burns, CJF, TE, EE, FWCF #9847
2020 – 2022 Jon Johnson, CJF #8861
Prior Convention Locations
2020 - Chattanooga, TN 1997 – Albuquerque, NM
2019 - Tulsa, OK 1996 – Kansas City, MO
2018 – Reno, NV 1995 – Portland, OR
2017 – Arlington, TX 1994 – Lexington, KY
2016 – Mobile, AL 1993 – Albuquerque, NM
2015 – Overland Park/Kansas City, KS 1992 – Daytona Beach, FL
2014 – Reno, NV
2013 – Baton Rouge, LA
2012 – Mobile, AL
2011 – Lexington, KY
2010 – Portland, OR
2009 – Chattanooga, TN
2008 – Lexington, KY
2007 – Albuquerque, NM
2006 – Omaha, NE
2005 – Chattanooga, TN
2004 – Rochester, NY
2003 – Salt Lake City, UT
2002 – Lexington, KY
2001 – Kansas City, MO
2000 – Ontario, CA
1999 – Lexington, KY
1998 – Rochester, NY
OC TOBER / NOVEMBER 2021 19Convention
45 & 50 Year Members
50Years 1971-2021
50 Year Member
Walter Taylor, CF
45+ Year Members Martin Kenny, CJF
Wayne Allen, CJF William Kuegel
David Birdsall, CJF Dennis Manning, CJF
Rusty Brown, CF C. Thomas McNew
Doug Butler, PhD, CJF, FWCF Bill Miller, CJF
Reuel Darling, CJF Dennis Nelson, CJF
Michael DeLeonardo, CJF Ed Reardon, CJF
Steve Eastman, CF George Reddin, DVM
John Fair David Remley
Ada Gates-Patton David Richison, CJF
James Gifford, CF Thomas Rowles
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS | 1971-2021
Lee Green, CJF James Sproles, CJF
Henry Heymering, CJF Roy Wagoner, CF
American Farriers Team Alumni
Augustein, Mike...............2011, 2010 Findler, James...................1987
Becker, Richard (Dick)....2004, 2003, 2002, 1995 Foy, James..........................2008, 2000
Blombach, John...............1983, 1982 Franklin, Dusty..................2010, 2009
Bloom, Roy.........................1990, 1989 Frisco, Victor......................2015
Bromley, Jason..................2011 Fry, Justin............................2013, 2012
Butler, Doug......................1986, 1980 Gatski, Gunner..................1981
Byrne, Tim...........................2017 Gooding, Sam...................2005
Carter, Shayne...................1998, 1997, 1993, 1990, 1988, 1986 Green, Lee..........................1982
Caudle, Kirk........................1995 Green, Trey.........................2006, 2005
Chance, Chad....................2016, 2015 Gregory, Chris...................2013
Clark, Tyson........................2019 Gregory, Cody...................2012
Crawford, Larry.................1981 Haight, Gordon.................1979
Daniels, Bruce...................1992, 1985, 1983, 1982, 1981, Haley, Kevin.......................1996, 1995
...............................................1980, 1979 Harmeson, Jason.............2005
Davidson, Scott................1990, 1989, 1986 Harney, Rod.......................1992, 1991
Dodridge, Jeff...................1979 Haussman, Dan................1992, 1991
Duckett, Dave...................1993, 1991, 1990, 1989, 1987, 1986 Highfield, Hank.................2005, 2004
Dutton, Patrick..................2020, 2019 Hornquist, Vern................1982
Edens, Austin.....................2004, 2003, 2002, 2001 Jones, Daniel.....................2020, 2019, 2012, 2011
Engler, Jake........................2014, 2009, 2008 Keith, Jim............................1993, 1988
Engler, Jeff..........................1991 Kiner, William.....................2018
Fahr, Adam.........................2020 Koons, Travis......................2007, 2006
Ferguson, Dave................1997, 1995, 1994, 1989, 1988, Laverty, Gerard.................1984
...............................................1984, 1980 Lieser, Gene.......................2009, 2008
20 N O F O OT, N O H O R S ELuikart, Randy...................1984, 1983, 1982, 1981, 1980, 1979 Reed, Billy...........................2007, 2006
Mangan, Ben.....................2014, 2011, 2010 Russell, Dave......................1994, 1992, 1991, 1987, 1984,
Manning, Dennis.............1987, 1986, 1984 ...............................................1983, 1981
Marshall, Bob....................1981, 1980, 1979 Schneider, Mark...............2013
McCue, Larry.....................1999 Scudder, Jeremy...............2016, 2015
McLane, Myron.................1983 Sharp, Jay...........................1979
McNerney, John...............2004, 2002 Skradzio, Bob....................1985, 1982
McPhee, Tim......................2016, 2015, 2009 Slansky, Bob.......................2008
Mederos, Bob....................1998, 1997 Smith, Jason......................2000, 1999, 1997, 1996, 1994
Mederos, Robbie..............2014 Smith, Travis......................2019, 2018, 2017
Miller, Jack..........................1980 Spradling, Sawyer............2020
Milster, Mark......................2001, 2000, 1999, 1998 Stanley, Josh......................2014, 2013
Moon, Grant......................1992, 1991, 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987 Swarr, Caleb.......................2020
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS | 1971-2021
Nelson, Brian.....................2010, 2009 Trnka, Bodie.......................2019, 2018, 2017, 2016
Nygren, Joe........................2017, 2015 Trnka, Craig........................2018, 2016, 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998,
Osborne, Bryan.................2017, 2012, 2011, 2010 ...............................................1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992
Overly, Chris......................2012 Trow, Conrad.....................2007
Owen, John........................1996 Walker, Todd......................2006, 2005, 2004
Parks, Bob...........................1990, 1988 Ward, Danny......................1983, 1982, 1981, 1980
Pearson, Dean...................1987 Weaver, Lamar..................2018, 2013
Pethick, Bob.......................1994, 1993, 1992, 1988, 1986, 1985 Wells, Andrew...................2017, 2016
Poor, Bill..............................2007, 2006, 2002 Wells, Rusty........................2018, 2014
Poor, Jim.............................1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1990, 1989 Wurst, Ken..........................1985, 1984, 1983
Price, Troy...........................2008, 2003, 2002
Quick, Jim...........................2001, 1997, 1996
OC TOBER / NOVEMBER 2021 21We are excited to have the following exceptional
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Badger Built, LLC Mustad USA
Bassoli Fratelli Myron McLane Aprons
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Creative Equine Solutions, LLC NC Tool Co, Inc.
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Edward Martin Products Promise Land Manufacturing
Emerson Horseshoe Supply Purcell Farrier Supply
Equine Digital Support System Ridley Inc
Farrier Product Distribution Rusty Brown Jewelry
Farrierbox Scott Anvils
Flatland Forge Shayne Carter Knives
G.E. Forge & Tool, Inc. Sound Hoofcare
Glue - U Adhesives Spurrs Big Fix
Grand Circuit Products, LLC Stockhoff ’s Horseshoes & Supplies
Handmade Shoes USA LLC Stonewell Bodies & Machine, Inc.
Hanton Horseshoes Texas Farrier Supply
Hoof House The Farriers App
Hoof Solutions The Shoein’ Shop
Horse Science The Sound Equine LLC
Iron Range Manufacturing/Jfry Tools Thoro’Bred, Inc
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22 N O F O OT, N O H O R S ECalendar of Events
We encourage you to contact the local host of any event you were planning to attend to see if it is still taking place. The AFA does not necessarily
receive notification of all event postponements and cancellations. Thank you!
OCTOBER 16 OCTOBER 25 NOVEMBER 12-13
Lookout Mountain Fall Clinic Yoder Blacksmith Supplies Annual Clinic Forging Front and Hind Barshoes
Location: Lookout Mountain School of Sponsor: Mustad USA Location: Foremans Forge
Horseshoeing Location: 8900 Township Road 652, 3440 Richmond Rd, Irvine, KY, 40336
400 Lewis Road, Gadsden, AL 35904 Fredericksburg, OH 44627 Clinician: Nigel Fennell, AWCF
Clinicians: Tom Saunders, CJF & Cody Ivey, CF Clinician: TBD Contact: 859-693-7666; foremansforge@
Contact: Tom McNew – 256-546-2036 Contact: Marguerite Paige – 860-250-8067 gmail.com
OCTOBER 21-23 OCTOBER 29-30 NOVEMBER 19
WCB Southeastern Team Challenge Dr. Simon Curtis Clinic SWOFA Hammer-in
Host: North Carolina Horseshoers Host: Horses In Symmetry LLC Host: Southwestern Ohio Farriers Association
Association Location: The Hoof Redevelopment Center Location: 5612 Middletown Rd, Waynesville,
Location: 4578 Millpoint Road, Greensboro, 375 T Johnson Road, Carthage, NC 28327 OH 45068
NC 27406 Clinician: Dr. Simon Curtis Contact: Zach Lindamood - 937-902-0015
Judges: Mike Stone, CJF & Vince Vesely, CJF Contact: Martin Kenny, CJF – 910-690-7618
Contact: Kathy Walker – 336-407-1081, NOVEMBER 22-27
farriernc@gmail.com NOVEMBER 1-6 Novice Pre-Farrier Week
Foreman’s ‘Strength of Basics’ Week Location: Foremans Forge
OCTOBER 22 Location: Foremans Forge 3440 Richmond Rd, Irvine, KY, 40336
Tool Maintenance 3440 Richmond Rd, Irvine, KY, 40336 Clinician: Nigel Fennell, AWCF
Location: Foremans Forge Clinician: Nigel Fennell, AWCF Contact: 859-693-7666; foremansforge@
3440 Richmond Rd, Irvine, KY, 40336 Contact: 859-693-7666; foremansforge@ gmail.com
Clinician: Nigel Fennell, AWCF gmail.com
Contact: 859-693-7666; foremansforge@ DECEMBER 11-12
gmail.com NOVEMBER 4 Composite Shoeing Contest
Farrier and Veterinarian Seminar Location: Chaparral Veterinary Clinic
OCTOBER 22-23 Location: Virginia Horse Center 32100 N. Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, AZ
IFA Fall Clinic 487 Maury River Rd, Lexington, VA 24450 85331
Host: Indiana Farriers Association Clinicians: Elliot Jennings, CJF; Darren Owen, Info: https://www.duplo-usa.com
Location: Janssen Veterinary Clinic CF Contact: 406-930-0357
2420 W 236th St, Sheridan, IN 46069 Contact: Cheyenne Ferrier – 540-292-2031
Clinician: Betsy Lordan, CJF, TE, DMV DECEMBER 17
Contact: Dion O’Brien, CJF – 765-427-6154 NOVEMBER 6 SWOFA Hammer-in
The Horseshoe Barn’s 33rd Annual Fall Host: Southwestern Ohio Farriers Association
OCTOBER 23 Seminar Location: 1432 Jasper Rd, Xenia, OH 45385
Centaur Forge Fall Clinic Location: The Horseshoe Barn Contact: Kenny Hoyle, CF - 937-231-3367
Location: Centaur Forge 1223 Blumenfeld Dr, Sacramento, CA 95815
117 N Spring St, Burlington, WI 53105 Clinicians: Jaret Pullen, DVM; Caleb JANUARY 25-28
Clinicians: Chris Gregory , CJF, FWCF, ASF; Bergeleen, CF International Hoof-Care Summit
Cody Gregory, CJF, AWCF, ASF Contact: 916-925-6534; marcelle@ Location: Duke Energy Convention Center
Contact: Centaur Forge – 800-666-917; info@ thehorseshoebarn.com 525 Elm St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
centaurforge.com Contact: americanfarriers.com/ihcs
NOVEMBER 8-12
OCTOBER 23 AFA 50th Annual Convention
Working with Concave Host: American Farrier’s Association
Location: Foremans Forge Location: Arlington, TX
3440 Richmond Rd, Irvine, KY, 40336 Contact: Jon Johnson, CJF – 913-704-9841 or
Clinician: Nigel Fennell, AWCF AFA Office – 859-233-7411
Contact: 859-693-7666; foremansforge@
gmail.com
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