2012 PATH Intl. Conference and Annual Meeting

Click here for handouts from the 2011 conference workshops and sessions.

PATH Natl_Conf_2012_logo-4C-for-webTargeted at the ever-growing group of professionals in equine-assisted activities and therapies (EAAT), the 2012 Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) Conference and Annual Meeting, sponsored by Purina, will feature an impressive array of educational sessions presented by industry experts. The Horse Expo and keynote luncheon have been perennial highlights. Attendees also enjoy the opportunities to catch up with old friends at various discussion forums and social receptions and network while visiting our growing exhibit hall. And not to be missed is the annual awards banquet designed to celebrate the innovation, hard work and spectacular accomplishments of the EAAT industry.

You will want to visit this page often as we will update conference information as it becomes available. This includes online registration. A hard copy of the registration brochure and registration form will also be available in the summer Strides issue, so make sure your membership and contact information are up to date with the PATH Intl. office so you don’t miss this important issue.

CONFERENCE LOCATION


hyatt-regencyHyatt Regency Bellevue on Seattle's Eastside

900 Bellevue Way NE
Bellevue, Washington 98004-4272

Phone: (425) 462-1234
Fax: (425) 646-7567

Rich woods, natural finishes, luxurious fabrics and a warm and welcoming staff set the tone for an exceptional guest experience at Hyatt Regency Bellevue, which is just 20 minutes from Sea-Tac International Airport and nine miles east of Seattle. Stroll through connecting sky bridges and discover more than 250 shops, 45 restaurants and lounges and plenty of entertainment options harbored inside this chic urban streetscape.

Make guest room reservations here. The hotel has confirmed the standard room rate of $129.

View the Hyatt Destinations Seattle city guide for insider information on local culture, restaurants, shopping, events and more.

Click here to find fun things to do in Bellevue. Click here for little taste of Washington.

Place Your Bets on the Society of Visionaries!

At last year's conference, the PATH Intl. Society of Visionaries attended an exclusive tour of Keeneland Racetrack and Darley Thoroughbred Farm in Lexington, KY. Click here to learn more about the Society of Visionaries and how you can connect with us for exclusive offers at this year's conference.

CONFERENCE SPONSORS AND EXHIBITORS

We have had many wonderful sponsors over the past years. Their participation is what makes it possible to host these fun and educational events and allows us to award scholarships to dozens of deserving attendees. We want to sincerely thank them for their support.

A highlight of the conference is our exhibit hall. With over 900 attendees at the 2011 PATH Intl. Conference, both exhibitors and attendees alike have had a great time networking and checking out what’s new in the industry.

Learn more about becoming a conference sponsor or exhibitor.

SILENT AUCTION AND REGISTRATION BAG DONATION

Do you know a company that would like to advertise by donating a piece to include in conference registration bags? Do you have an item you would like to donate? Please download the registration bag and silent auction donation form.

CALL FOR PAPERS

Individuals interested in presenting at the PATH Intl. Conference are invited to submit the completed abstract submission form to PATH Intl. Information will be online in February.

AWARD NOMINATIONS

Do you know of an outstanding PATH Intl. Instructor, hardworking volunteer or dependable equine deserving of many carrots and hugs? We want to hear about them! Each year PATH Intl. honors riders, instructors, volunteers, horses and contributing professionals from each region at our awards ceremony – they are, after all, the backbone of and the reason for our incredible organization! Visit our Awards Nominations page to read the nominations criteria for each award and then download a nomination form. More information and the nomination forms coming soon.

Click here for the 2011 PATH International Award Winners

SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

Thanks to our generous sponsors, we once again are able to offer scholarships to the PATH Intl. 2011 National Conference and Annual Meeting. More information and the application forms coming soon.

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Sponsors

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AdequanAmerican Quarter Horse AssociationEquine NetworkEquisureMarkel Insurance CompanyPlatinum PerformancePurina Mills

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