Southwest Boarder Food Protection and Emergency Preparedness Center New Mexico Cooperative Extension Service Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue Operations Level When: May 13 to May 15, 2019 8:00am to 5pm each day, lunch provided Where: New Mexico Firefighters Training Academy 600 Aspen, Socorro NM Register: Please register at BOTH links below Department of Homeland Security https://www.preparingnewmexico.org/ and at www.nmfireacademy.com under Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue by April 29th, 2019 Limited spots available 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, Rescue Tri/Bi pods, and other specialized equipment. 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: John R. Allen Socorro County Extension Agent, Tel: 575-835-0610, email: allenj@nmsu.edu Southwest Boarder 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 John Allen by April 29, 2019 at (575) 835-0610 or allenj@nmsu.edu. New Mexico State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and educator. NMSU and the U.S. Department of Agriculture cooperating.