LOCATION: The Equus Inn; Needles Room

3434 SW College Rd, Ocala, Fl 34474
OCALAFD@PAXPROPERTIES.COM | 352-854-3200

ACCOMMODATIONS NEAR OCALA

The Equus Inn (this is where the lectures will take place)
3434 SW College Rd,
Ocala, Fl 34474
OCALAFD@PAXPROPERTIES.COM
352-854-3200

There are a variety of offerings, from hotels to camping, in the area listed here:
https://www.ocalamarion.com/where-to-stay/
Ensure you ask to get on our M3 FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/571581751461588
to share logistics with others.

TRANSPORTATION – AIRPORTS

The Orlando Airport likely has the best prices and schedules. Again, please connect on the M3 FB group to share transportation.

Orlando International (MCO)
1 Jeff Fuqua Blvd., Orlando, FL 32827
https://orlandoairports.net/
~90 miles to Downtown Ocala

Tampa International Airport (TPA)
4100 George J. Bean Pkwy., Tampa, FL 33607
https://www.tampaairport.com/
~104 miles to Downtown Ocala

Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)
3880 NE 39th Ave. A, Gainesville, FL 32609
https://www.flygainesville.com/
~43 miles to Downtown Ocala

Ocala International Airport (OCF)
750 SW 60th Ave., Ocala, FL 34474
https://www.ocalafl.org/government/city-departments-i-z/ocala-international-airport
~7 miles to Downtown Ocala

Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
2400 Yankee Clipper Dr., Jacksonville, FL 32218
http://www.flyjax.com/Home.aspx/
~111 miles to Downtown Ocala

Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB)
700 Catalina Dr., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
https://www.flydaytonafirst.com/
~76 miles to Downtown Ocala

St. Pete—Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
14700 Terminal Blvd. #221, Clearwater, FL 33762
~113 miles to Downtown Ocala

SHUTTLES AND RENTAL CARS

Each airport website lists their rentals and shuttle services

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Put the Equus Inn address in your GPS:
3434 SW College Rd, Ocala, Fl 34474

RULES

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Dogs

Equus Inn is a pet-friendly place. However, only service dogs are allowed in the lecture room. We ask that you do not bring them to the various stables we will be attending.

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Children

Please arrange for your children’s daycare offsite. There are many animals on this site with lots of activity and distractions.

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Cell Phones

No mobile phones are allowed on during the course at any time. If, for some reason, you need to listen for a call, please place your phone on manner mode (vibrate). If you need to make a call during break time, please step out of the classroom.

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Speed Limit

5 mph

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Smoking

Not allowed at facilities we are visiting

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Parking

Parking is free.

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Soliciting

While networking is fine, selling products or promoting your own courses at one of our courses is not. This includes during the breaks and anytime while onsite.

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Attire

You must have comfortable hard shoes for the practical portions. No tennis shoes are allowed for this portion. Fingernails must be trimmed back before you will be allowed to work on horses. If you have acrylic nails please plan to have them cut down before class. Please do not wear watches and other jewelry that may scrape the horses. If you are wearing rings, plan to place tape around them so as not to injure horses. Clothing must be comfortable, professional, and clean. Please pull your long hair back during practical sessions with the horses. Please avoid wearing any heavy scents to class; this includes essential oils!

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Documentation

We will be sending out documentation. Please return it as soon as possible the address provided.