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SUMMARY:Ropes\, Knots\, & Mechanical Advantage for Large Animal Rescue (FOR-PEART-02)
DESCRIPTION:Course delivery includes ropes\, knots and mechanical advantage concepts. Topics include review of equipment; communication signals; knots\, hitches & bends; mechanical advantage systems; and building drag systems. Students will be expected to participate in hands-on exercises and demonstrate concepts learned. \nThis is a great class to take over and over again. The skills learned can be lost without frequent application. \nDate/time: Thursday\, April 9\, 2026 from 8:00am-12:00pm \nLocation: Forsyth County Fire Department\, 3000 Aviation Drive\, Winston-Salem\, NC 27105 \nBuilding/Room: Training Room \nOffered by: Forsyth County \nPrimary Instructor: Scottie Emerson \nRegistration is in NC TERMS (https://terms.ncem.gov/TRS/courseDesc.do?sourcePage=courseSearch&cofId=180058)
URL:https://ncaerwg.org/event/ropes-knots-mechanical-advantage-for-large-animal-rescue-for-peart-02-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260409T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260409T180000
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UID:2444-1775739600-1775757600@ncaerwg.org
SUMMARY:Basic Rigging for Large Animal Rescue (FOR-PEART-20)
DESCRIPTION:Training will cover basic mechanical advantage systems\, natural and manmade anchor selection\, glide use and basic Incident Command principals with lecture and hands-on application in each area. \nAll hands-on participants will be required to sign a Liability Release form. \nDate/Time: Thursday\, April 9\, 2026 from 1:00pm-6:00pm \nLocation: Forsyth County Fire Department\, 3000 Aviation Drive\, Winston-Salem\, NC 27105 \nBuilding/Room: Training Room \nOffered by Forsyth County \nPrimary Instructor: Scottie Emerson \nRegistration is on NC TERMS (https://terms.ncem.gov/TRS/courseDesc.do?sourcePage=courseSearch&cofId=180057)
URL:https://ncaerwg.org/event/basic-rigging-for-large-animal-rescue-for-peart-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260417T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T180000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172535
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UID:2434-1776412800-1776621600@ncaerwg.org
SUMMARY:Large Animal Technical Rescue Training: Train for Reality…. Train for the “What if”
DESCRIPTION:Date/time: April 17-19\, 2026\, 8:00am-5:00/6:00pm daily \nLocation: 1424 Turnersburg Highway\, Statesville\, NC \nHosted by: Rescue Ranch and Iredell County Rescue Squad \nContact: Michelle Hepler\, 704-768-0909\, michelle@rescueranch.com \nThis training course is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for all emergency responders\, veterinary professionals\, animal control\, equine and livestock owners\, and anyone who may someday be involved in or be on-scene of a large animal related incident. Operations level training objectives: incident management\, large animal behavior/handling\, relocation techniques for ambulatory and down animals\, safety considerations\, simple vertical lift techniques\, mud/water/trench/ice rescue considerations\, barn fire prevention and response\, transport incident response\, natural disaster preparedness and response\, basic and specialized equipment\, resource allocation\, medical management and field euthanasia considerations. \nThe course meets and exceeds FEMA Type 1 Large Animal Rescue Standards for USAR TF. \n24 credit hours are approved for veterinary professionals licensed in North Carolina. \nCourse Instructors: 4Hooves Large Animal Services\, LLC (owners Justin and Tori McLeod\, along with their team members\, are subject matter experts and have long-standing careers in emergency services\, been involved with the equine and livestock industry\, and provided large animal technical rescue emergency response and training for more than two decades)
URL:https://ncaerwg.org/event/large-animal-technical-rescue-training-train-for-reality-train-for-the-what-if-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172535
CREATED:20260414T171341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T171815Z
UID:2464-1777107600-1777122000@ncaerwg.org
SUMMARY:Animal Emergency Response Awareness Course (NC-8-100)
DESCRIPTION:The NC Animal Emergency Response Working Group has developed an awareness course to introduce skills and resources for responders that may be  involved in animal incidents. Have you ever thought of what you would do when you respond to an incident that involves a horse trailer\, animal stuck in a pond\, loose livestock obstructing traffic\, or a barn fire?  Would you be called to assist? If the answer is possibly then this training is for you.  Some groups that would benefit fire/rescue departments​\, law enforcement​\, animal control/animal services\, veterinarians​\, emergency management​\, technical animal response organizations​\, animal associations​\, trained wrecker services personnel with equipment​\, state agencies such as NCDA&CS and NC Wildlife Services.​ The AERWG manual can be found at ncaerwg.org under the Documents tab. This course offers four hours of Continuing Education credits from the NC Veterinary Medical Board for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. \nThe course will give awareness level training to responders on: \n\nApplying basic ICS/NIMS​ for animal incidents\nThe Notification Process​\nScene Arrival and Assessment​\nResponder Safety​\nBiosecurity\nAnimal Behavior\nAn introduction to animal technical rescue techniques and scenarios\nEuthanasia/Depopulation\nAnimal Relocation\nMortality Management\n\nOffered by: Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute \nInstructors: Anna Allen\, DVM; Michelle Bouchey\, DVM \nLocation: Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute\, Watauga Campus\, 372 Community College Drive\, Boone\, NC \nBuilding 141\, Room 105 \nPOC: Gary Harmon\, 828-964-0851\, gharmon@cccti.edu \n4 hours of CE available for veterinarians and veterinary technicians \nDate/time: Saturday\, April 25\, 2026 from 9:00am-1:00pm. \nRegistration is on NC TERMS (https://terms.ncem.gov/TRS/)
URL:https://ncaerwg.org/event/animal-emergency-response-awareness-course-nc-8-100-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260501T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172535
CREATED:20260203T173706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T171443Z
UID:2432-1777622400-1777636800@ncaerwg.org
SUMMARY:Animal Emergency Response Awareness Course (NC-8-100)
DESCRIPTION:The NC Animal Emergency Response Working Group has developed an awareness course to introduce skills and resources for responders that may be  involved in animal incidents. Have you ever thought of what you would do when you respond to an incident that involves a horse trailer\, animal stuck in a pond\, loose livestock obstructing traffic\, or a barn fire?  Would you be called to assist? If the answer is possibly then this training is for you.  Some groups that would benefit fire/rescue departments​\, law enforcement​\, animal control/animal services\, veterinarians​\, emergency management​\, technical animal response organizations​\, animal associations​\, trained wrecker services personnel with equipment​\, state agencies such as NCDA&CS and NC Wildlife Services.​ The AERWG manual can be found at ncaerwg.org under the Documents tab. This course offers four hours of Continuing Education credits from the NC Veterinary Medical Board for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. \nThe course will give awareness level training to responders on: \n\nApplying basic ICS/NIMS​ for animal incidents\nThe Notification Process​\nScene Arrival and Assessment​\nResponder Safety​\nBiosecurity\nAnimal Behavior\nAn introduction to animal technical rescue techniques and scenarios\nEuthanasia/Depopulation\nAnimal Relocation\nMortality Management\n\nOffered by: Forsyth County \nInstructors: Scottie Emerson\, PEART Ops; Michelle Bouchey\, DVM \nLocation: Forsyth County Fire Department\, 3000 Aviation Drive\, Winston-Salem\, NC 27105 \nPOC: Michelle Brock\, michelleb@cityofws.org\, 336-407-2425 \n4 hours of CE available for veterinarians and veterinary technicians \nDate/time: Friday\, May 1\, 2026 from 8:00am-12:00pm. \nRegistration is on NC TERMS (https://terms.ncem.gov/TRS/)
URL:https://ncaerwg.org/event/animal-emergency-response-awareness-course-nc-8-100-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260501T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260501T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172535
CREATED:20260203T181005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T181051Z
UID:2447-1777640400-1777654800@ncaerwg.org
SUMMARY:Deployment Expectations (FOR-0015)
DESCRIPTION:This course explores the expectations of personnel that deploy to other areas to assist with various-sized incidents\, as well as the expectations of the receiving jurisdiction. Instructors will share ideas\, experiences\, resources and tools with students so that appropriate considerations are made for their next deployment. \nDate/time: Friday\, May 1\, 2026 from 1:00pm-5:00pm \nLocation: Forsyth County Fire Department\, 3000 Aviation Drive\, Winston-Salem\, NC 27105 \nOffered by Forsyth County \nPrimary Instructor: Michelle Brock \nRegistration is in NC TERMS (https://terms.ncem.gov/TRS/courseDesc.do?sourcePage=courseSearch&cofId=180056)
URL:https://ncaerwg.org/event/deployment-expectations-for-0015-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260516T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172535
CREATED:20260414T170829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T171424Z
UID:2462-1778918400-1778936400@ncaerwg.org
SUMMARY:Animal Emergency Response Awareness Course (NC-8-100)
DESCRIPTION:The NC Animal Emergency Response Working Group has developed an awareness course to introduce skills and resources for responders that may be  involved in animal incidents. Have you ever thought of what you would do when you respond to an incident that involves a horse trailer\, animal stuck in a pond\, loose livestock obstructing traffic\, or a barn fire?  Would you be called to assist? If the answer is possibly then this training is for you.  Some groups that would benefit fire/rescue departments​\, law enforcement​\, animal control/animal services\, veterinarians​\, emergency management​\, technical animal response organizations​\, animal associations​\, trained wrecker services personnel with equipment​\, state agencies such as NCDA&CS and NC Wildlife Services.​ The AERWG manual can be found at ncaerwg.org under the Documents tab. This course offers four hours of Continuing Education credits from the NC Veterinary Medical Board for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. \nThe course will give awareness level training to responders on: \n\nApplying basic ICS/NIMS​ for animal incidents\nThe Notification Process​\nScene Arrival and Assessment​\nResponder Safety​\nBiosecurity\nAnimal Behavior\nAn introduction to animal technical rescue techniques and scenarios\nEuthanasia/Depopulation\nAnimal Relocation\nMortality Management\n\nOffered by: White Plains VFD \nInstructors: Scottie Emerson\, PEART Ops; Michelle Bouchey\, DVM \nLocation: White Plains VFD\, 801 Old Highway 601\, Mt. Airy\, NC 27030 \nPOC: Brandy Andrews\, 336-646-2792 \n4 hours of CE available for veterinarians and veterinary technicians \nDate/time: Saturday\, May 16\, 2026 from 8:00am-1:00pm. \nRegistration is on NC TERMS (https://terms.ncem.gov/TRS/)
URL:https://ncaerwg.org/event/animal-emergency-response-awareness-course-nc-8-100-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260516T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172535
CREATED:20260203T175148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T175148Z
UID:2436-1778918400-1779037200@ncaerwg.org
SUMMARY:Equine Preparedness Educational Clinic
DESCRIPTION:How to rescue your horse from its poor life choices\, safely transport your horse from here to there\, and barn fire prevention\, preparedness\, and response. \nThames Farm and Thames Veterinary Services welcome 4Hooves Large Animal Services\, LLC to instruct this EDUCATIONAL EVENT for ALL EQUINE OWNERS and PROFESSIONALS… Whether you have days or decades of ownership and experience\, you will benefit from this event. \nMay 16-17\, 2026 \nSaturday 8am-4pm: Common Emergencies \nSunday 8am-12pm: Trailer Safety and Transportation \nSunday 1pm-5pm: Fire Prevention and Response \nLocation: Thames Farm and Thames Veterinary Services\, 3510 Catawba River Road\, Fort Lawn\, SC \nFor pricing\, RSVP Registration and Event Information contact Amy Thames at 803-323-7789 or thamesvet1042@gmail.com
URL:https://ncaerwg.org/event/equine-preparedness-educational-clinic/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260625T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172535
CREATED:20260205T153235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T153235Z
UID:2450-1782378000-1782388800@ncaerwg.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Biosecurity Involving Animals (NC-PEART-22)
DESCRIPTION:This training will focus on biosecurity as it applies to farms and farm animals\, emergency disaster sheltering (companion animals)\, and first responder called to emergency incidents involving animals. Topics will include an overview of biosecurity and principles\, biosecurity best practices on farms (livestock and poultry) and companion animal shelters\, and biosecurity and PPE recommendations for first responders. Intended audience: anyone who owns or works with domestic animals and emergency responders. CE will be requested for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. \nDate/time: Thursday\, June 25\, 2026 from 9:00am-12:00pm \nLocation: Forsyth County Fire Department\, 3000 Aviation Drive\, Winston-Salem\, NC 27105 \nBuilding/room: Training Room \nOffered by Forsyth County \nInstructors: Drs. Michelle Bouchey and Anna Allen \nRegistration is in NC TERMS (https://terms.ncem.gov/TRS/)
URL:https://ncaerwg.org/event/introduction-to-biosecurity-involving-animals-nc-peart-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260625T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172535
CREATED:20260205T153552Z
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UID:2452-1782392400-1782406800@ncaerwg.org
SUMMARY:Co-Location Shelter Fundamentals (NC-PEART-0229)
DESCRIPTION:This course was formally known as the CAMET (Companion Animal Mobile Equipment Trailer) and Sheltering Course. \nThis course will train volunteers and emergency response personnel on the legal responsibilities for companion animal sheltering during emergencies\, essential skills needed to set up an emergency animal shelter and how to utilize the Companion Animal Mobile Equipment Trailer (CAMET) and Companion Animal Shelter Trailer (CAST). Training will be divided into a a lecture format and a hands-on exercise.  Participants active in shelter planning and operations are encouraged to attend.  Participants are also encouraged to wear comfortable clothing for the hands-on portion. CEUs for Veterinarians and Vet Techs have been applied for through the NCVMB. \nDate/time: Thursday\, June 25\, 2026 from 1:00pm-5:00pm \nLocation: Forsyth County Fire Department\, 3000 Aviation Drive\, Winston-Salem\, NC 27105 \nBuilding/room: Training Room \nOffered by Forsyth County \nRegistration is in NC TERMS (https://terms.ncem.gov/TRS/)
URL:https://ncaerwg.org/event/co-location-shelter-fundamentals-nc-peart-0229-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260912T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172535
CREATED:20260205T154106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T154106Z
UID:2454-1789200000-1789228800@ncaerwg.org
SUMMARY:Scenario Saturday: Applying your LAR (Large Animal Rescue) Skills (NC-PEART-21)
DESCRIPTION:This course focuses on applying large animal rescue techniques and skills. LAR scenarios may include\, but are not limited to the following: ropes\, knots and mechanical advantage concepts; lifting; dragging; extracting from enclosed areas; and applying LAR equipment & tools. \nAll hands-on activities will require appropriate PPE. \nParticipants will be exposed to environmental conditions such as weather\, insects\, animals\, etc. Dress and prepare appropriately! \nDate/time: Saturday\, September 12\, 2026 from 8:00am-4:00pm \nLocation: Northwoods Stable – Forsyth County\, 5225 Murray Rd\, Winston-Salem\, NC 27106 \nOffered by Forsyth County \nInstructor: Scottie Emerson
URL:https://ncaerwg.org/event/scenario-saturday-applying-your-lar-large-animal-rescue-skills-nc-peart-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260918T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260920T180000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172535
CREATED:20260203T175415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T175415Z
UID:2438-1789718400-1789927200@ncaerwg.org
SUMMARY:Large Animal Technical Rescue Training: Train for Reality…. Train for the “What if”
DESCRIPTION:Date: September 18-20\, 2026 \nLocation: Kentucky Horse Park\, Lexington\, KY \nHosted by: Kentucky Horse Council and Kentucky Horse Park \nContact: Sarah Coleman\, Executive Director Kentucky Horse Council\, sarah@kentuckyhorse.org\, 330-518-9001 \nThis training course is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for all emergency responders\, veterinary professionals\, animal control\, equine and livestock owners\, and anyone who may someday be involved in or be on-scene of a large animal related incident. Operations level training objectives: incident management\, large animal behavior/handling\, relocation techniques for ambulatory and down animals\, safety considerations\, simple vertical lift techniques\, mud/water/trench/ice rescue considerations\, barn fire prevention and response\, transport incident response\, natural disaster preparedness and response\, basic and specialized equipment\, resource allocation\, medical management and field euthanasia considerations. \nThe course meets and exceeds FEMA Type 1 Largen Animal Rescue Standards for USAR TF. \n24 credit hours are approved for veterinary professionals licensed in North Carolina. \nCourse Instructors: 4Hooves Large Animal Services\, LLC (owners Justin and Tori McLeod\, along with their team members\, are subject matter experts and have long-standing careers in emergency services\, been involved with the equine and livestock industry\, and provided large animal technical rescue emergency response and training for more than two decades)
URL:https://ncaerwg.org/event/large-animal-technical-rescue-training-train-for-reality-train-for-the-what-if-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261023T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261025T180000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172535
CREATED:20260203T175724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T175724Z
UID:2440-1792742400-1792951200@ncaerwg.org
SUMMARY:Large Animal Technical Rescue Training: Train for Reality…. Train for the “What if”
DESCRIPTION:Date: October 23-25\, 2026 \nLocation: The Sanctuary at Red Bell Run\, Columbus\, NC (Tyron area) \nHosted by: Polk Equine Emergency Rescue (PEER) \nContact: Suzanne Crawford\, 561-386-1126\, suzannegittocrawford@gmail.com \nThis training course is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for all emergency responders\, veterinary professionals\, animal control\, equine and livestock owners\, and anyone who may someday be involved in or be on-scene of a large animal related incident. Operations level training objectives: incident management\, large animal behavior/handling\, relocation techniques for ambulatory and down animals\, safety considerations\, simple vertical lift techniques\, mud/water/trench/ice rescue considerations\, barn fire prevention and response\, transport incident response\, natural disaster preparedness and response\, basic and specialized equipment\, resource allocation\, medical management and field euthanasia considerations. \nThe course meets and exceeds FEMA Type 1 Largen Animal Rescue Standards for USAR TF. \n24 credit hours are approved for veterinary professionals licensed in North Carolina. \nCourse Instructors: 4Hooves Large Animal Services\, LLC (owners Justin and Tori McLeod\, along with their team members\, are subject matter experts and have long-standing careers in emergency services\, been involved with the equine and livestock industry\, and provided large animal technical rescue emergency response and training for more than two decades)
URL:https://ncaerwg.org/event/large-animal-technical-rescue-training-train-for-reality-train-for-the-what-if-10/
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