Professional Associations

The AFA and the WCB promote the farrier and blacksmithing professions in North America, while the PPFA and the DelMarVa serve farriery interests in Pennsylvania, the Delaware Valley region and Virginia.

Professional associations also provide direction for the future of the field as they actively monitor legislation and showing rules, and acts as an advocate of farriers in relations with veterinarians.

David A. Deppen is a member of the following
Professional Farrier Associations

The American Farrier's Association (AFA) is the largest farrier association in North America with 3,300 members and 53 Chapters in North America. The AFA is dedicated to further the professional development of farriers and to providing quality programs to horse owners, members, and the general public. >>> more

The Pennsylvania Professional Farrier Association (PPFA) was stablished in 1997 to organize farriers and other interested parties in the state of Pennsylvania. Its mission aims to facilitate learning, ongoing education and promote the farrier industry. The association has over 80 members.

The World Champion Blacksmiths are kicking off the 2007 season with competitions around the country. A "Super Clinic" is scheduled for the weekend of January 11 in Houston, TX. Dave Deppen is scheduled to participate in Houston.
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David A. Deppen also a member of the regional DELMARVA (Delaware, Maryland and Virginia) Farriers Organization and the Maryland Farriers Association (MFA).