NC REINS

REINS

REGIONAL EQUINE INFORMATION NETWORK SYSTEM
Assisting In The Education And Development Of The North Carolina Horse Industry

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REINS Volunteers

The Regional Equine Information Network System (REINS) was established as a program of North Carolina Cooperative Extension in 1995. The program is coordinated by Extension Horse Husbandry at North Carolina State University and participating county extension agents. Through guidance of a regional coordinating agent, horse owners in a multi-county area are organized into a regional REINS organization. These regional organizations link together the educational efforts of North Carolina Cooperative Extension, the promotional efforts of the North Carolina Horse Council and the marketing support of the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

What Will You Do As A REINS Volunteer?

Become an integral part of an innovative information network.
Promote cooperation and education among equine enterprises in your area.
Receive valuable, up-to-date information and training.
Serve as a knowledgeable resource to local horse owners.
Publish articles in the REINS Regional Newsletter.
Facilitate the formation of your local nework by organizing educational programs and activities.
Collect impact data to help the REINS program meet the needs of horse owners statewide.

Share your research-based expertise in:

Nutrition
Healthcare
Environmental management
Breeding and foaling
Facility design & management
Pasture Management
As a REINS volunteer, you are expected to share the knowledge gained from REINS training sessions with other horse enthusiasts in your community. This is done in a variety of ways. In fact, every time you respond to a question from a friend, you extend the knowledge you have gained.
As a horse enthusiast, your immediate assistance is needed to meet the educational needs of horse owners in your area through your regional REINS organization.
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For more information visit:
http://www.cals.ncsu.edu/an_sci/extension/horse/NC_Adult/reins.htm