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Short course attendee working on a procedure during ERL short courseEquine Sciences Short Courses

Short Course Registration Form

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2012 Dates only

Main Short Course: January 6-10, 2012
Includes: Stallion collection, Semen evaluation, Cooled semen lectures and laboratories, Non-pregnant mare, Pregnant mare, Artificial insemination lectures and laboratories, Foaling mare, Newborn foal lectures and laboratories

Frozen Semen Short Course: January 11, 2012
Techniques for freezing and inseminating frozen semen

 

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Hands-on demonstration during ERL short course

Background of the Program

Colorado State University's Equine Reproduction Short Courses began in 1971 with one artificial insemination course and four participants. The series now has an annual attendance of more than 300 from all over the world. One distinguishing feature of these courses is a blending of time spent in lecture with time spent at the Equine Reproduction Laboratory applying new knowledge through active participation or demonstration. Approximately one-half of participants' time is spent in laboratory sessions.

 

 

 

Enrollment

Short course wet lab at the ERLTo ensure comprehensive, in-depth instruction to participants, course size is limited and course registrants are accepted on a first-come basis. The entire fee must accompany the registration form. Please do not make travel arrangements until you receive written confirmation. The registration fee includes extensive lecture and laboratory sessions, laboratory supplies, welcoming reception, lunches and breaks, lecture notes, reference literature, transportation to and from laboratory sessions and a certificate of completion.

Courses are subject to cancellation when registration is inadequate to cover costs of the program. Registration at least six weeks before the course will help prevent cancellation. If minimum registration is not reached six weeks prior to the scheduled date of the course, it may be cancelled.

 

General Information

Course lectures and laboratory sections are held at theEquine Reproduction Laboratory, 3103 Rampart Road, Fort Collins, Colorado. All laboratory sessions are held in a climate controlled area. Layered clothing would be best for personal comfort.

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Hilton Fort Collins at a special rate for the courses. When reservations are made by phone, please indicate that you are attending the Colorado State Equine Reproduction short course or you will not receive the special rate. Cut-off date for the special rate is 30 days prior to the course. For a list of other hotels and motels in the area, click here. Transportation is provided each day from the Fort Collins Hilton to the Equine Reproduction Laboratory.

 

Participant in a wet lab during an ERL short courseTransportation

Maps and Directions to the Equine Reproduction Laboratory

Travel arrangements from Denver International Airport to the Fort Collins Marriott are the responsibility of each participant. Ground shuttle services are available:
- SuperShuttle (970) 482-0505
- Numerous rental car agencies are located at the airport

 

 

Check-in

Participants will check-in and receive their registration packets at the ERL between 7:30 and 8:00 AM on the first day. Courses convene promptly at 8:00 AM each day.

 

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations received more than 30 days prior to the scheduled date of the course will be refunded in full. Cancellations received within 30 days prior to the scheduled date of the course will be refunded 75%.

 

Practice foal used in foaling short courseRegistration

For registration information, please contact:

Short Course Coordinator
Equine Reproduction Laboratory
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO 80523-1693
970-491-8626
Fax: 970-491-7005
E-mail: Short Course Coordinator