The 4h horse project manual is designed to give horse project youth basic information on the care and use of horses. Project leaders digest 2007 project leaders are an integral part of 4hs. To be a 4 h horse club member, you must first enroll in 4 h in your county. Nh 4h horse project manual and resources unh extension. Horse s name sex age breed equipment inventory this inventory should be a listing of the equipment you owned at the beginning and end of the year. Include at least one photograph of you with your project, but do not include. Documents, forms and tools 4h horse program university.
If a 4h member leases his or her project horse to another 4h member, the leaser forfeits the right to exhibit the horse at 4h shows during the year. Develop an understanding of breeding, training and raising. May 5 canceled, may 19 canceled, june 2 and june 23. Discover all the aspects of raising and riding horses.
The 4h horse project 1 introducing the 4h horse project many people, young and old, are discovering the satisfaction and pleasure that horses can bring them. Horses, safety and you 4h 191r is also required reference. This information must be on file at the respective county extension offices by january 1. Horse and pony is an exciting 4h project area because you can participate whether you own a horse or not. The 4h horse project can be an exciting and worthwhile experience for both you and your horse. If you have any questions contact your local club horse project leader or a horse project committee member. Book sections cover horse breeds, psychology, and how to choose a horse. You will want to refer to it often, so please keep it in a safe place. Resources for lancaster county 4h youth involved in the horse project. In horse judging, 4h members judge horses in hand or under saddle either as a conformation class in hand or performance hunt seat, western, reining, etc.
This is a basic resource for 4h members doing a horse project in oregon, washington, and idaho. The manual contains information about the basics of horse. The florida 4h state website offers some of these books and other educational books for online purchase. A county extension agent must certify the eligibility of the 4. Technically, ethology is the study of animals in their natural habitat, but most. Livestock judging cards card with placing and questions cards with placings only.
The pnw 4 h horse contest guide 5 mission as part of the 4 h youth development program, our mission is to use the 4 h horse project as a vehicle for members to practice life skills while learning about the equine industry and how to safely handle, ride, and manage their horse. Lancaster county 4h group horsemanship level testings. Skills assessments determine the project level of each participant and are conducted on the county level. If you dont have a horse, you may belong to a 4h horse science club or join as. Written for the beginner but suitable for members of all ages. Local and county shows may include other classes where necessary. Youth who participate in 4h horse programs develop life skills that include leadership, responsibility, sportsmanship, teamwork, community service, a positive attitude, and a sense of self worth. However, it is equally important to emphasize the learning of life skills. All 4h horse project members should take lessons, attend clinics and carefully observe other horse owners. Youth who participate in 4 h horse programs develop life skills that include leadership, responsibility, sportsmanship, teamwork, community service, a positive attitude, and a sense of self worth. H member as having met minimum project requirements and ownership, age, sex, and registration status of each horse.
University of idaho extension 4h youth development. A 4h horse project animal may be a horse, pony, mule, or donkey, which you may ride, drive, or train. This manual should help expand your knowledge about horse behavior, which will help you better under stand why a horse does what it does. To be a 4h horse club member, you must first enroll in 4h in your county. Learn about horse breeds, caring for and managing a horse safely, horsemanship and horse related businesses. The mission statement of 4h, program guidelines, as well as specific program criteria are all found in this book. It is a guide to the goals, objectives, and implementation tools of the 4h ydp. Acknowledgements this 4h horse record book is in its third edition. Learn about horse breeds, caring for and managing a horse safely, horsemanship and horserelated businesses. Name 4h age primary club name years in 4h years in this project i have completed this record and believe all information to be complete and accurate. Good, consistent training is essential for your 4h horse project.
Youth ages 818 may participate by joining a horse club or as an independent member. Keep accurate records and note project progress in the 4h horse project record book. The 4h horse project osu extension catalog oregon state. Administrative report or publication the 4h horse project. H horse record is a summary of your horse project for the current 4. Entries must be submitted through the marshall ounty 4 h office. The pnw 4h horse contest guide 5 mission as part of the 4h youth development program, our mission is to use the 4h horse project as a vehicle for members to practice life skills while learning about the equine industry and how to safely handle, ride, and manage their horse. Teach us to serve thee joyfully, with head, heart, health and hand.
They give members an opportunity to reflect on their yearly work and encourage members to set goals and develop plans to meet those goals. Senior record book ages 1419 publication 4061234h837p revised 2017. Cloverbud program pennsylvania 4h penn state extension. Ufifas extension florida 4h project handout 4h horse project. This guide will help you to organize and lead a successful. On the following project pages, youll find descriptions and resources on a wide variety of major topics.
Appreciate riding as recreation learn horsemanship skills and understand breeding, training, and raising of horses. Pacific northwest 4h horse project manual download. Name 4h age primary club name years in 4h years in this project i have completed this record and believe all. An eeoaa employer, university of wisconsin extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including title ix and americans with disabilities act ada requirements. Resources to be used to complete this record book and sore. The 4h cloverbuds horse program is intended for two audiences. The 4h grace tune of auld lang syne we thank thee, lord, for blessing great on this, our own fair land. Developing experientially based 4h curriculum materials. Cchp checklist to show at the columbia county fair pdf, 2 pages, 421 kb. Stallions over 12 months of age are not allowed as a 4h.
All record and project books linked here are pdf format and can be printed on your home printer. I understand that no one other than me can train my horse s 90 days prior to county fair. Stallions over 12 months of age are not allowed as a 4h project. The horse listed above has been leased as a check one. This record book is pdf writable and may be completed digitally or handwritten. We are compiling some of the best resources for the horse project. Every time you handle your horse, you are training it and reinforcing its previous experiences. Completing a 4h record book is a process where 4h members record project and club work. The successful 4h horse project member should learn to understand horse behavior, and apply this knowledge to all facets of interaction with horses. The pnw 4h horse contest guide osu extension catalog. Virginia 4h horse project junior record book virginia tech.
The 4 h horse project 1 introducing the 4 h horse project many people, young and old, are discovering the satisfaction and pleasure that horses can bring them. In horse judging, 4 h members judge horses in hand or under saddle either as a conformation class in hand or performance hunt seat, western, reining, etc. As a first year member in this beginning horse management project the following books will be necessary to complete the project and will then be used for all of the levels listed above. A negative coggins report is also required to show. Thank you to the provincial 4h equine advisory committee peac volunteers who contributed to the. The horseless horse project is designed for 4hers that do not currently own or lease a horse. Hoof care nutrition judging and evaluation hippology speaking contests volunteer training. Horse project is for youth ages 818 as of january 1 of the current 4h year. This record is for the current 4h year only and relates only to the horse project.
Department of agriculture and wisconsin counties cooperating. I understand that if anyone else is training my horse within those 90 days prior to county fair, i will forfeit the. The extension agent will sign and date this form upon receipt and retain the original form. Wisconsin 4h projects university of wisconsinextension. The purpose of 4h awards is to recognize achievement in a 4h project area. Learn about horse breeds, caring for and managing a horse safely, horsemanship and horserelated.
Youth and collegiate horse judging leader guide as12. There are over 50 major project areas available in 4h, and all of them have as objectives to make better citizens of youth, to increase their knowledge in a particular subject matter area. Members must bring a current project leader has verified their ability to safely manage their project horse copy of the 4h project horse enrollment form to any 4h sponsored event, including the missouri state fair 4h horse show and the american royal 4h horse show. It is intended for 4h members who do not have a horse are unable to own or lease a horse, or want to learn more about horses before getting a horse. The horse project is designed as a tool for 4h members to learn about horse care and handling, and the equine industry in general, through handson activities. All requirements that are needed for the fair can be found in the main horse project book wi 4h horse guidelines handbook, click here for the link.
It is recommended that you give a demonstration or speech, or participate in horse judging, horse bowl, hippology or other 4h activities at least at the club level. This project also may be used during the educational portion of club meetings. Equine horse project texas 4h texas youth livestock. The purpose of 4 h awards is to recognize achievement in a 4 h project area. Horse ui extension 4h youth development university of idaho. Kansas 4 h horse show rulebook to determine which classes are the best for you and your horse. This record is for the current 4 h year only and relates only to the horse project. You will need to complete a horse id on 4h online for each horse you have in your 4h horse project.
Forms and documents for members, parents, volunteers and staff involved in the horse program through 4h. Exhibit or participate with your 4h horse project horse during the 4h year. What goals did you set for your project this year and did you achieve them. We have officers and hold general meetings, clinics, shows and fundraisers. Horse ownership is not required to participate in 4h horse activities. Ui extension 4h youth development university of idaho 875 perimeter drive, ms 3015 moscow, id 838443015. Use the closing inventory to check off items at the end of the year andor indicate added items. Do not repeat any information already listed in your summary record. Horse montana 4h montana state university extension. The names of all siblings who intend to show the horse must be listed on the 4h horse identification submitted on or before may 1. Are you totally confused or lost with the horse project. There are over 50 major project areas available in 4 h, and all of them have as objectives to make better citizens of youth, to increase their knowledge in a particular subject matter area.
Resources pierce county washington 4h horse project. Entries must be submitted through the marshall ounty 4h office. Kansas 4h horse show rulebook to determine which classes are the best for you and your horse. As a member in the 4h horse project, you are expected to learn about your own horse, and horse breeds, safety, body colors, health, markings, care and how to.
Nebraska 4h code of conduct for youth and adults pdf. Members must bring a current project leader has verified their ability to safely manage their project horse copy of the 4 h project horse enrollment form to any 4 h sponsored event, including the missouri state fair 4 h horse show and the american royal 4 h horse show. Horse curriculum provides an interactive, handson curriculum for youth to explore raising and showing horses while developing life skills. Horse ui extension 4h youth development university of. Horse project is for youth ages 818 as of january 1 of the current 4 h year. Over 20 different horserelated subjects are covered in easytouse worksheets. Horseless project4h horse project penn state extension. Most 4hers electing this project will already have a significant interest in, and even a passionate love, for the animal. The south dakota state 4h horse show should be a positive environment for those who. Show divisions include western, speed events, hunter, walking horse, racking horse, spotted saddle horse, miniature horse, ranch and dressage.
If you did the horse id on 4h online last year, go in and update the information. The cloverbud program may provide some handson horse experiences. Discover all the aspects about raising and riding horses. The 4 h horse project can be an exciting and worthwhile experience for both you and your horse. This manual provides information on various breeds of horses and how to evaluate good conformation of any horse. Ethology is the scientific study of animal behavior. As a helper for the horse project, one of your primary goals is to help youth gain knowledge about horses. A project contains various sequential learning experiences meeting a minimum of 68 hours over a period of at least a few weeks to as along as a full 4 h year.
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