EDUCATION
BSE (English, History)
University of CentralArkansas
MA (English)
University of Central Arkansas
PhD / ABD (Rhetoric)
Purdue University
COMMUNITY
Certified Journeyman Farrier
Approved AFA Examiner Board Member, Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA)
RESUME
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foxtail forge & farriery
A life-long horseman and a practicing farrier since 1972, Danvers specializes in shoeing sport and performance horses.
In addition to his home practice, Danvers travels extensively, as a farrier and as a consultant and specialist for farrier concerns. Most recently, he served as a supervisor for the Official Farriers at the Alltech FEI 2010 World Equestrian Games; additionally, he serves as an Official Farrier for the RK3DE (Rolex Kentucky 3-Day Event).
educator & editor
A proponent of continuing education and voluntary certification, Danvers is one of 18 Approved Examiners in the American Farrier's Association's (AFA) certification program and conducts clinics and workshops for the farrier community throughout North America.
He served as Editorial Director for the AFA and as Editor of Professional Farrier magazine. He's received numerous American Horse Publications (AHP) awards for his work including Best Instructional Article, Editorial Event Coverage, and an Honorable Mention for the coveted AHP's Overall Excellence Award.
community involvement
In addition to his work within the farrier community, Danvers maintains an active role within the larger equine community. With his partner, April Raine, he owns and operates EquiDesis, LLC., an equine-focused editorial & design firm. He produces and reviews articles for numerous publications and serves within a variety of organizations, including service as a board member for the Certified Horsemanship Association.
equestrian-related clinics & lectures
AAEP/AFA Developmental Workshops
Anvil Brand & Land of Lincoln Horseshoers' Association
AFA Annual Convention
AFA Education Committee Workshops
Association Des Marechaux-Ferrant du Quebec
Centaur Forge & Upper Midwest Farrier's Associaiton
Certified Horsemanship Association International Conference
Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair
Equine Affaire
Equitana USA
Farrier's Association of Washington State
Hoosier Horse Fair
Michigan Horseshoers' Association
Mid-East Farrier's Association
Purdue University Veterinary School
River City Roundup & Midwest Farriers' Association
Southern Farriers' Association
United States Pony Club
2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
resume
Interested in finding out more about Danvers? Take a moment to look over his resume- he's not your average farrier.
Danvers Child Resume | download |