Trailering 101 Clinic: Traveling with Horses
Presented by CVDA and Hosted by GMHA
9:30 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
2:45 p.m. Optional personal driving session
Clinic Cost $20.00 per person pre-register
At the door, $25.00; walk-ins are welcome
Clinic registration includes one ticket for a Veterinary Emergency Kit Raffle. Members of CVDA and GMHA who register will receive two tickets.
9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Trucking - Behind the Wheel:
Speakers Jeremy Brill, Director of Marketing, and Benjamin Mousel, Sales Representative, for Ford of Claremont, NH.
What is needed in a tow vehicle when trailering horses? What to consider when looking at trucks and tow vehicles? Trailer weight, towing capacity, tow packages, braking systems, displays, camera assist, diesel or non-diesel engines and 4-wheel or rear wheel drive choices.
About Ford of Claremont: At Ford of Claremont, we take immense pride in being more than just a car dealership. With a rich history and a commitment to unparalleled service, we have become a trusted name in the automotive industry in NH and VT.
10:40 – 11:40 a.m. Trailer Care and Maintenance:
Speakers: Kevin Rumrill, Owner of TwinLine Towing, Recovery & Auto Service, and David Martin, Manager.
Trailer maintenance schedule, inspection, service, tire care, breakdowns and towing. How can you as an owner best maintain your trailer? Pre and post trip maintenance check list.
About TwinLine: TwinLine offers complete automotive repair services in a friendly family environment. From basic services such as oil changes, inspection, tire & brake services to engine rebuild, we are your one stop shop. Not only do we service vehicles and trailers, we also offer towing services. Bring your horse trailer to TwinLine for a VT state inspection.
11:40 a.m. Coffee & Cookies in the Youth Center
Lunch is BYO and you are welcome to enjoy it in the Youth Center
with coffee and cookies.
12-1:30 p.m. Veterinary Considerations for Traveling with Your Horse:
Speaker: Heather Hoyns, DVM.
Dr. Hoyns will be covering topics which include hydration, feeding, GI health, leg protection, respiratory considerations, safety, emergency kits and stress. Also, what can go wrong and how to help prevent it.
About Dr. Heather Hoyns: After graduating Magna Cum Laude with a B.S. in Animal Science from Cook College, Rutgers University, with a special interest in nutrition, Dr. Hoyns went on to Cornell University, where she received her DVM degree in 1981. She practiced Equine Medicine in New Jersey for five years before relocating to Vermont in 1986. Today she is the owner of Evergreen Equine Veterinarian Practice in Brownsville, Vermont. Dr. Hoyns has extensively trailered competitive horses, including cross country to states such as Montana, Idaho, Utah and Florida.
1:45- 2:45 p.m. - Putting it all Together - How to Haul:
Speaker: Spencer McCleery.
Spencer will provide us with important info and tips for driving/hauling horses – including navigating tight spaces and backing up. He will cover the dos and don’ts when trailering.
About Spencer McCleery: Spencer is from Illinois and has been driving trucks and trailers since he was five years old. He has driven tractor trailers professionally and has logged hundreds of thousands of miles on the road. While competing in FEI endurance riding, Spencer trailered all over the U.S. and Canada.
Afternoon add-on: Learn How to Maneuver Your Trailer with an Expert:
Private sessions 20 minutes in length. Trailer your own rig with Spencer and work on issues of your choice. Participant must provide proof of insurance, be at least 18 years of age and sign a liability waiver. Space is limited. $25.00 per 20-minute session. Please contact Terri Satterlee directly by October 1, 2025 to reserve your private lesson with Spencer.
The CVDA Board is excited to welcome members and friends to our 2025 annual banquet and awards ceremony on Sunday, October 26. Our speaker this year is Dr. Christine Cormier of Atlantic Equine Services. Dr. Cormier will speak on Managing the Senior Sporthorse.
We’ll have great company, a delicious catered lunch, and we'll celebrate our year-end high score champions and annual Volunteer of the Year and Sportsmanship Awards.
We look forward to gathering to recognize members' accomplishments and celebrate the volunteerism and sportsmanship that are so important to CVDA's success. Bring yourself, bring a guest and see you in October!
Ticket prices and registration will be available in September.
