Donation in Memory of Bill Queen, Carlsbad, NM supports youth equine education

Donation in Memory of Bill Queen, Carlsbad, NM supports youth equine education McDonald, NM, January 30, 2018- The American Youth Horse Council (AYHC) is pleased to accept a donation in memory of Bill Queen, Carlsbad, NM that makes equine education more accessible for hundreds of youth throughout the country. Through this donation, AYHC is able to offer a discount on the new publication from AYHC, Horse Smarts: An Equine Reference and Youth Activity Guide. Bill Queen was active in community programs in Carlsbad and Eddy County and supported many youth programs including 4-H, horse shows and rodeos. On September 29th, 1991, Bill Queen died while trying to salvage a barn that had been damaged by a tornado. Bill loved life, cared for his friends and family, and could always be depended on for his fairness and support. He was raised in Loving, NM and graduated from Texas Tech University in 1969. Although he had a degree in entomology, his natural business ability led him to become one of the most successful New Mexico businessmen in the petroleum industry. In 1972, he established Queen Oil and Gas in Carlsbad, NM and at the time of his death, his business covered the entire southeast corner of New Mexico. The people that he touched know that they could trust him and his employees because Queen Oil and Gas employees did not work for Bill, they worked with him. Although Bill was a successful business man, his life also encompassed farming, ranching, team roping, and most of all helping his friends succeed, especially young people. He continues to help and educate young kids and students thanks to the many people who donated to his scholarship and educational fund. As a resource for 4-H horse contests, the Horse Smarts publication has potential to help hundreds of young people increase their horse knowledge and the quality of care given to their equine partners. Horse Smarts includes 70 equine topics, plus more than 750 pictures and illustrations, organized into six general categories. • Selection & Use • Management • Health & Disease • Nutrition • Reproduction & Genetics • Leadership & Youth Development Each topic has hands-on and thought-provoking creative youth activities that make learning fun. These activities include a variety of games, puzzles and interactive learning activities. Horse Smarts: An Equine Reference and Youth Activity Guide is a resource that will help you develop your “horse smarts” and learn more about the amazing equine. The publication is available online at AYHC.com, use coupon code HorseSmarts for a $20 discount. The Queen family are avid equestrians, who continue to support youth programs and the equine industry. The American Youth Horse Council appreciates the Queen family’s generous support in honor of Bill Queen and hope that readers will share Horse Smarts and a love for horses with young people. It is the best way to honor Bill’s memory! About the American Youth Horse Council The American Youth Horse Council is a network of academic, breed, industry and other representatives interested in facilitating the flow of horse-related educational resources for youth. AYHC’s mission is to provide encouragement, communication, leadership & resources to serve and promote the youth horse industry. For complete presentation proposal instructions and/or more information about the association, please visit AYHC.com or contact the American Youth Horse Council at info@AYHC.com.