Large Animal Emergency Rescue New Mexico Cooperative Extension Service Large Animal Emergency Rescue Awareness Level When: April 11, 2019 9am to 3pm Where: Union County Fairgrounds 96 Fair Ground St. Clayton, NM Register @ Department of Homeland Security https://www.preparingnewmexico.org/ by April 1, 2019 Attendees need to bring PPE: helmets, gloves and closed toe shoes 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: Talisha Valdez, Union County Extension Agent, Tel: 575-374-9361, email: talisfra@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 Talisha Valdez by March 25, 2019 at (575) 374-9361 or talisfra@nmsu.edu. New Mexico State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and educator. NMSU and the U.S. Department of Agriculture cooperating.