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At Work With: Chris Minick, Farrier
By JoAnna Rodriguez

I initially attended a three-month training program at a school in Golden, Colorado. Since then, I’ve attended farrier clinics every year to learn about new techniques and technologies that can be applied to the craft. When it comes to choosing a school, I’d recommend the Butler Professional Farrier School in Nebraska. You are held to a very high standard and will be prepared for every aspect of the business. [ Read the rest of the article ]

World renowned farrier opens school in Dawes County
By Heather Crofutt, Chadron (Nebr.) Record Reporter.
March 7, 2007

Farrier. Commonly defined, the word means blacksmith, an occupation that has been a key part of communities for centuries. Although blacksmiths handled a variety of tasks, a big part of the job has always been to shoe horses. Coming from such humble beginnings, it may be hard to believe that being a farrier can actually be a highly creative and profitable business, as well as a difficult art form. [ Read the rest of the article ]