Southwest Border Food Protection and Emergency Preparedness Center New Mexico Cooperative Extension Service Large Animal Emergency Rescue Awareness Level When: April 9, 2019 Where: DeBaca County Fairgrounds 3933 Billy the Kid Dr., Ft. Sumner, NM Time: 9:00am to 3:00pm Register @ Department of Homeland Security https://www.preparingnewmexico.org/ by April 1, 2019 Emergencies involving large animals are exceptionally dangerous to both humans and animals involved. First responders are often unfamiliar with handling large animals and require specialized training in animal behavior, best handling practices and rescue equipment. Participants will get real world experience handling large animals. They will master the practical application of large animal rescue equipment such as slings, rescue harnesses, glides, and learn how to build simple enclosure facilities. Partially funded under a sub-grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management.  Points of view or opinions expressed in this document are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security or the State of New Mexico. Contact: Aspen Achen, DeBaca County Extension Agent, Tel: 575-355-2381, email: aachen@nmsu.edu Southwest Border Food Protection and Emergency Preparedness Center If you are an individual with a disability who is in need of an auxiliary aid or service to participate, please contact Aspen Achen by March 25, 2019 at (575) 355-2381 or aachen@nmsu.edu. New Mexico State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and educator. NMSU and the U.S. Department of Agriculture cooperating.