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AFR LEAD Conference set for Oct. 15

Wednesday, September 21st, 2016

Participants in this year’s American Farmers & Ranchers LEAD conference will receive an “inside the ropes” view of the horse racing industry, Oct. 15, Remington Park in Oklahoma City.

“We are excited to partner with Remington Park and the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Association to bring this unique opportunity to our LEAD participants,” said Megan Albright, adult education coordinator.

The statewide conference kicks off with a 9 a.m. tour of the Remington Park stables followed by a presentation on the horse industry by the OQHRA.

There will also be presentations on the Chickasaw Nation economic impact and agriculture department, and a discussion on the upcoming Oklahoma State Questions on the ballot.

The all-day program features lunch, dinner and evening social at the thoroughbred races at Remington Park.

For more information, contact Megan Albright, (405) 218-5416, malbright@afrmic.com

The AFR LEAD program is a diverse, flexible and innovative program to assist in the needs of growing Oklahoma communities through informed leaders.