Saturday, February 7, 2026
In line with its mission statement, “The Therapeutic Riding Association of Virginia, Inc (TRAV) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the benefits of equine-assisted services through education, collaboration and advocacy.“
As part of its member benefits, TRAV offers educational workshops twice a year. Please join us for this immersive, educational, and fun opportunity.
LOCATION CHANGE: Paradise Springs Winery, 13219 Yates Ford Rd., Clifton, VA 93101
Online registration is open until February 1, 2026
This education day is FREE to any TRAV member in good standing. There is a $20 charge for food and beverage.
For those individuals who wish to attend but are not currently TRAV members, the cost is $35.
Continuing Education Units: The TRAV Education Day satisfies up to four hours of PATH Intl. annual continuing education (CE) requirements in the areas of general continuing education, core, and disability.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
9:00-9:30 Onsite Registration
9:30-10:20 Teaching to Deaf and Hard of Hearing Riders (Disability)
Dedi Spradlin, certified American Sign Language Interpreter and Faculty at Roanoke College
10:20-10:30 Break
10:30-11:20 Traumatic Brain Injury. (Disability)
Amy Smith, OTR, Occupational Therapist specializing in brain injuries, Community outreach at Brain Injury Association of Virginia.
11:20-11:30 Break
11:30-1:00 TRAV Annual Meeting/Lunch/Board Elections/Networking
1:00-2:00 Biosecurity (Core) Melinda Freckleton, DVM, Firestar Veterinary Services, LLC
2:00-2:15 Break And silent auction closes – Checks or cash accepted for silent auction items
2:15-3:15 Equine Welfare (Core), Anna Baucum, Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning Brook Hill Farm
We will have door prizes and a silent auction. We will accept cash or check.
Reminder: TRAV’s membership renewal period is January 1-March 31. Please plan to renew your membership before or at this meeting.
Use the link below to register and pay online.
ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM