Every year, HHRF plans a conference featuring top notch leaders, educators, researchers and practitioners in fields related to Equine Assisted Services with the purpose of bringing people together to connect with each other, learn together, and be inspired to continue pursuing best practices for human and equine health and wholeness. Here are 25 reasons why YOU should register to attend our next conference:
The conference will be held in the beautiful, sun-kissed location of Kissimmee, Florida, gateway to theme parks and other wonderful entertainment and adventures.
The Conference is being held February 20 – 21, 2027, a time of year when you always want a break from wintry weather to be somewhere warm and sunny.
The pre-conference features Dr. Stephen Peter’s Horse Brain Clinic and Wet Dissection Lab on February 17 – 18 at First Nature Foundation . . .
PLUS a “Bringing Science to the Barn” interactive session where participants will experience live demonstrations and presentations featuring wearable neuroscience such ambulatory electroencephalography (EEG), functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) and heart-rate variability (HRV) monitoring as leading researchers bring their technology out of the laboratory and into the barn.
Conference presentations consist of Rapid Research Rounds, 15 minute presentations highlighting emerging research, innovative practices and practical applications, so you don’t have to worry about falling asleep during a lengthy presentation after lunch!
Each presenter will distribute a resource featuring key takeaways from their material that you can apply as soon as you return home the following week.
Early bird pricing of $300 for a conference ticket through the end of October makes this the best deal in town! (tickets for pre-conference events are sold separately)
The Delta Marriot Orlando Celebration hotel offers two free breakfast vouchers, free parking and a special rate of $177/day just for conference attendees.
Walt Disney World is about 10 minutes from this hotel (Mickey Mouse, here we come!)
Where else could you have such an abundance of networking opportunities with such a wide range of people: researchers, practitioners, educators, healthcare professionals, veterinarians, equine assisted services professionals, students, nonprofit leaders, horse owners and industry experts?
You may discover opportunities for collaboration and mentorship from leading professionals in your field.
Pursue professional development as you learn new methods, best practices and practical skills all based on the latest cutting edge research.
Stay updated on emerging trends, new technologies and evolving topics that have not even been published yet.
Break out of old ruts and routines as you learn new ways of being and practicing in your particular field.
Discover what adjacent fields may offer your knowledge base to enhance your skills and practices.
Escape professional isolation.
Be energized by a shared sense of purpose and community.
Get out of your bubble and be challenged by people who may have different perspectives.
Get feedback on your research and current practices.
Build bridges with others in your field.
Reconnect with old friends.
Make new friends!
Get exposure for your research and ideas.
Discuss common problems and see how others are addressing them.
Research shows that attending conferences in person can be good not just for you professionally, but personally too!
Please go to our website to register for what is sure to be life-changing conference TODAY: www.horsesandhumans.org
You won’t regret it!
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