Did you know that horses have been fitted with nail-on metal shoes since at least 400 BC? A craftsman who trims and shoes horses’ hooves is called a farrier, a highly skilled professional whose services are as important today as they were 2,000 years ago. Join us for this fascinating program–conducted by an experienced local farrier–and learn about the history of horseshoes and why they are necessary, about what a farrier does, and what skills are needed in this challenging and physically demanding profession. Come learn the inside scoop on all things horseshoes, with time to spare for questions and answers.