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Located at the Big Sky Horse Park and hosted by Montana State University Extension and Missoula County Office of Emergency Management!

If you had to evacuate your horses or livestock today, would you know where to go? Would everyone load in the trailer? Would you know how to ID them and be able to show proof of vaccination or ownership? Are you prepared for the extreme case of a barn fire?

Equine and livestock emergency preparedness is essential because it saves lives, reduces harm, and ensures faster recovery when disaster strike. Being prepared minimizes chaos, allowing individuals and emergency responders to act quickly and use resources more effectively. it also strengthens community resilience, helping everyone bounce back stronger and safer.

On Thursday, June 12th, participants will rotate through hands-on 25 minute mini clinics throughout the evening. Come for part or all of the educational opportunity. Light dinner and beverages provided at no charge!

Jimmy John sandwiches and beverages supplied by Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension

TOPICS AND SPEAKERS
"Fire Extinguishers for your House and Barn + Smart911"
Peter Giardino- Deputy Fire Marshall for Missoula Rural Fire Department

"What you need to know about Montana Brand Inspections"
Dustin Datisman- District Investigator for Missoula County, Montana Department of Livestock

"Temporary I.D. Options"
Heidi Hildahl, DVM PhD- Veterinarian Supervisor for MT Department of Livestock

"What do you Need in Your Emergency & Veterinary First Aid Kits"
Sarah Nalls- Trainer at Red Crow Ranch and USPC Alumni

"Trailer Loading During an Emergency"
Lori Roy- Trainer at Foundation Horsemanship

Additional Western Montana specific Animal Emergency Planning events will take place on June 16th (Zoom Webinar) and June 28th (In-Person lecture with Montana Department of Livestock). Please check out the resource link page below for more details about those educational opportunities and to register.