Welcome to October 2022 NewsNotes
LEARN, PRACTICE, VOLUNTEER, REFRESH!
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Hello, HALTER Project community!
October is here! Beautiful colors, crisp nights, migrating birds dropping in and filling the air with their voices. For most of my life, autumn was my favorite time of year. And, in many ways, it still is. But it is also a month of potential chaos and trauma.
HALTER Project is a big believer in the Power of Prep, so this edition of NewsNotes has lots of info about upcoming learning opportunities, volunteer training reminders, DONKEYS(!!!) and more.
Check out the links below to learn about, register for, or schedule a training or workshop. Our list includes opportunities for first responders, volunteers, teachers and community leaders, veterinary professionals, and lovers of long-eared equines.
Something for just about everyone!
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First Responder Resiliency, Inc. |
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Another “fall fact” is that many are coping with the aftermaths of hurricanes, flood and fire, while many more of us are also steeling ourselves for future events. Finding balance, strength and comfort can be a challenge. For all of us, including (and perhaps, especially) our responders, Disaster Burnout is a very real thing.
We are very fortunate to have a relationship with an extraordinary resource whose mission is to "Put PTSD out of business" by helping responders of every kind — and their families and partners — stay healthy and whole. Meet First Responder Resiliency, Inc, (FRR).
HALTER Project approached FRR in 2021 to develop workshops for animal disaster and welfare volunteers, veterinarians, Search Dog handlers, and others who care for animals and people throughout all four phases of disasters.
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Our first workshop was held in person and virtually in a Sonoma County barn in February of this year. More than 100 attended, and hundreds have asked for more.
We’re so pleased to invite you to a fully-sponsored Resiliency Workshop on November 10. Attendance is offered both in person and via Zoom.
Please help us reach as many people as possible by sharing the info with vets, responders, shelter workers and rescue volunteers. See details below.
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RESILIENCY WORKSHOP for ANIMAL RESPONDERS
Friday, Nov. 11, 2022
10:00 - 11:30am Introductory Session
12:00 - 1:00pm Optional Lunch
1:00 - 5:00pm Full 4-hour Session
In-person Location: 1211 N Dutton Ave. Santa Rosa, CA
Zoom Webinar: Links sent upon registration
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DONKEY WELFARE SYMPOSIUM
Saturday, Nov. 12
8:30 am – 5:30 pm (PST)
Sunday, Nov. 13
8:30 am – 5:00 pm (PST)
The Donkey Welfare Symposium is an international meeting of donkey enthusiasts, scientists, veterinarians, and animal welfare advocates to advance the status and well being of donkeys around the world.
In-person at the UC Davis Campus. Lectures at Gladys Valley Hall and Live Demonstrations (with real Donkeys) at the Equestrian Center; Virtual Platform via Zoom
HALTER Project is offering scholarships to all veterinarians, vet students, veterinarians, and techs.
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CALLING ALL CALIFORNIA VETS & TECHS! |
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FREE! CAVMRC Online Disaster Training Course
Join us online October 23 for this exciting CE opportunity to learn about heat illness, respiratory issues, managing animal stress in emergency shelters, deployment in the CAVMRC, and more. Earn up to 7.5 low-cost CEUs!
Course is live and interactive. Sessions are not recorded for viewing at a later date.
For more information and to register, visit cvma.net.
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SCHEDULE NOW!
Certification trainings for community leaders, animal responders, agricultural disaster resources, and more!
ResQFAST.com
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Great ShakeOut is October 20th! |
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When the ground starts to shake, what do you do? If it involves a doorway, a triangle, or running - these are not earthquake-safe actions.
Register now at ShakeOut.org/register to learn more about Drop, Cover, and Hold On and practice updated earthquake safety actions.
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CERT training is wonderful for neighborhoods and businesses. Many regions require CERT training for Animal Disaster Volunteers.
New CERT Classes are starting soon. Go to your county’s “Ready” or “Emergency Preparedness” website, or contact your local Volunteer Center or CVNL for CERT training in your area.
If you’re in Sonoma, Southern Mendocino, Lake or Western Napa County, see below for training coming your way!
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Get READY for WHATEVER!
SCHEDULE A READINESS WORKSHOP for your neighborhood, barn, riding club, senior community, dog walking group, book club, or any group or organization interested in ramping up their readiness to keep animals safe in emergencies and disasters.
We can provide Readiness Workshops in-person at your location in Northern, Central, or Coastal California. Or, virtually via Zoom. Programs and topics tailored to fit your needs!
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SEPTEMBER SNAPSHOTS
Here are a few snapshots from recent outreach events and workshops. We’ve been sharing prep help with little kids, teens, seniors, and neighborhoods.
Hope we can inspire you to get involved in your community. It’s a great time to get out and help others get prepared!
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