Equine First Aid Army Style!

Giving back is something that's always been important to me.  My husband, whom I love and adore, spent several years in the army.  No small part of us meeting was because of the time he'd spent in "Mounted Troop". 
Mounted Troop is a group of soldiers attached to the armoured corps of the Lord Strathcona's Horse (Royal Canadians).  They are Canada's last and only active cavalry unit.  These soldiers are fully deployable, active members and nearly all of them have had little to no horse experience prior to joining the troop. 

Anthony and I had spoken previously about what we could do to support the troop and help to educate them.  I'd approached the troop's Sergent about having the troop certified in equine first aid a few months ago.  The proposal was very well received and we set up a date to run a clinic for them. 

Yesterday, we spent the day certifying the troop in equine first aid.  I had the pleasure of having my most handsome husband as my assistant. 

The troops were fantastic!  They had fun, the horses were very cooperative and really enjoyed the extra attention.  It was one of the most rewarding clinics I've ever run. 

Happy Horseing!