Horse

Horse

Project Leader:

Jody Schulz

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Horse Project Includes

  • Horse
  • Horseless Horse
  • Model Horse

All projects will develop skills to prepare for many 4-H sponsored events, such as County Fair, State 4-H Hunt & Dressage, State 4-H Gymkhana and State 4-H Expo. 

Horse:

If you own or lease a horse or pony, AND are in 3rd grade or higher, the Horse Project is for you. Learn about:

  • Horses and ponies, starting at the basics
  • Breeds
  • Gaits
  • Equipment
  • Different styles of riding 

Horseless Horse:

Gives youth the opportunity to learn horse breeds; colors; markings; gaits, proper tack, equipment, and styles of riding through many different activities. Opportunities include:

  • Making educational posters
  • Photos
  • Crafts
  • Creating riding clothes to enter at Educational Days, County Fair, and State 4H Expo.  

Model Horse:

Anyone who has an interest in horses can find a niche in the world of model horses. The world of model horses is both entertaining and educational. It is for equine lovers of all ages. They are especially adaptable for people who do not have horses.

  • Learn about horses through model horse showing
  • Build knowledge of breeds, colors, anatomy, and tack
  • Develop creativity through collecting, painting, sculpting, and tack making
  • Create realistic model horse exhibits that reflect real-life horses
  • Open to youth of all skill levels
  • Opportunity to participate in the Wisconsin State Horse Expo

Meetings

Location

Washington County Fair Park
3000 County Hwy PV
West Bend, WI 53095

Dates/times

Horse Meetings: Held the 1st Wednesdays at Fair Park (second Wednesday in January). See the 4-H Calendar for dates and times.

Model Horse Meetings: TBD

Costs

No upfront cost. There may be a cost for some activities and educational opportunities offered in each of the 3 projects. Costs to youth will depend on income made from annual club fundraisers of a tack sale, and club hosted shows.

Other Info

Wisconsin 4-H Policies on Horse Project, Activities, & Events apply to all youth and adults enrolled in the Horse Projects. These policies and safety requirements apply to ALL youth and adults participating in 4-H Horse-related projects, activities and events, including, but not limited to Horseless Horse, clinics, shows, fairs, parades, open-houses, and petting-zoos. Specific events, fairs, facilities, and local 4-H programs may have additional guidelines. These include:

  • General Safety Rules
  • Required Participant Safety Attire
  • Animal Welfare and Safety
  • 4-H Horse Project Concussion and Head Injury Policy
  • Required Safety Tack and Appointments

See Risk Management for 4-H Project & Activities for more information