Call for

10 Gathering on Equine-Assisted Learning and Mental Health Best Practices May 13-16, 2013 Chapel Rock Conference Center Prescott, Arizona Proposal Deadline: December 3, 2012
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Proposals

Centaur Leadership Services at Prescott College is accepting session proposals for the 2013 Gathering on Equine-Assisted Learning and Mental Health Best Practices in Prescott, Arizona. We welcome committed professionals who wish to explore and develop the fields of Equine-Assisted/Facilitated Learning and Mental Health through sharing various models, techniques and approaches.
ABOUT THE GATHERING

The goal of the Gathering is to offer a professional platform for sharing, collaborating and presenting theoretical knowledge and experiences. Presentations in the past have included experiential as well as lecture-based sessions, with the option of incorporating equines. For our 10th anniversary we are expanding the Gathering to include international presenters.
ABOUT THE GATHERING SITE AND ACCOMMODATIONS

Chapel Rock, a northern Arizona conference and camp center, is situated on 20 acres of wooded land in Prescott. Attendees have the advantage of proximity to conveniences in town and the seclusion of an ideal natural environment. Tall Ponderosa pine trees, oaks, elms, and beautiful outcroppings of rocks characterize the rolling landscape of the center. Building facilities include sleeping quarters for up to 250 people. There are several options for accommodations, including hotel-style and bunk-style room arrangements. Meals will be provided by a professional cooking staff. Please see www.chapelrock.net/facilities.htm for more information.
The registration fee includes accommodations and all meals for the duration of the event, attendees choose sleeping arrangements that suit them best. Presenters receive a $150 discount on the option they choose. ABOUT PRESCOTT COLLEGE

Prescott College offers a residential undergraduate program at its main campus in Prescott, Arizona, as well as limited-residency bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees. All programs emphasize experience-based learning-by-doing; environmental and cultural awareness; and social justice. Equine-Assisted Mental Health and Learning courses are offered at every level of study. The graduate program in Education offers students the possibility to focus on Equine-Assisted Learning, and the graduate program in Counseling Psychology prepares students for licensure or certification in their home state as mental health professionals with the option of a concentration in Equine-Assisted Mental Health. Additionally, Post-masters certificates in both Equine-

Assisted Mental Health and Equine-assisted Learning are offered. For more information about Prescott College, please visit www.prescott.edu.
ABOUT THE PROPOSAL PROCESS

What you can expect from us: Confirmation of session acceptance no more than two weeks after the proposal deadline. Updates regarding registration, including Gathering program and schedule changes, etc. A well-managed on-site experience to create an environment that enables you to provide a high-quality presentation and learning experience. Evaluation and feedback from workshop participants, including an opportunity to provide feedback to us about the process. A place at the Gathering where you can display materials to relevant to your practice or program. What we expect from presenters: To submit no more than two session proposals. To be able to present sessions in any program time slot on any day of the Gathering. To present the session that has been approved by the review committee. To respond in a timely manner if we need to contact you regarding your presentation. To provide a copy of hand-outs for your session to us by April 26, 2013. To include experiential learning opportunities in your session when applicable.

Proposal review criteria: Significance of content to the field of Equine-Assisted Learning and Mental Health Clearly developed purpose of session Session design/format Presenter qualifications and experience

Instructions for submission: The proposal is submitted by using the accompanying form. Incomplete proposal forms will not be considered. Save the form to your computer, complete all fields, and send electronically to nfry@prescott.edu

CONTACT For questions regarding the Gathering and the proposal process, please contact Nina Ekholm Fry at nfry@prescott.edu, 928-350-2275 (office).

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Submission

10th Gathering on Equine-Assisted Learning and Mental Health Best Practices May 13-16, 2013 Chapel Rock Conference Center Prescott, Arizona Proposal Deadline: December 3, 2012
Centaur Leadership Services at Prescott College is now accepting session proposals for the 2013 Gathering on Equine-Assisted Learning and Mental Health Best Practices in Prescott, Arizona. We welcome committed professionals who wish to explore and develop the fields of Equine-Assisted/Facilitated Learning and Mental Health through sharing various models, techniques and approaches. Please see main call for proposals document for more information about the review process.

All fields must be completed for your proposal to be considered. Save the form to your computer, complete all fields, and send electronically to nfry@prescott.edu Do not delete any fields. Please direct any questions to Nina Ekholm Fry, nfry@prescott.edu, 928-3502275 (office).
Please note: we reserve the right to edit text prior to publication in Gathering materials.

Title (title of your presentation): Session presenter (indicate who will present at the Gathering): Session proposal (introduction, purpose, description of content, design/format, learning outcomes, length, 250 words) Introduction:

Purpose: Description of content: Session design/format (the structure (such as powerpoint presentation, other format please describe) and potential participant activities planned for your session): Learning outcomes for session participants: Preferred session length (we will communicate regarding available time slots): Session description for Gathering program (100 words): Session A/V requests (please note that you will need to provide an adaptor for your Mac) Powerpoint presentation (Y/N), please note if audio is needed): Flipchart, easel, markers (Y/N): Indoor/outdoor presentation space (describe your needs): Equine and tack/equipment (describe your needs): Biography (include formal training, credentials, experience and previous presentations, 150 words):

Biography for Gathering program (35 words): Presenter contact information Name: Mailing address: Phone number: E-mail (will be used for pre-Gathering planning):

Proposal Deadline: December 3, 2012