Family members can ride a 4h members project horse without the 4h member being present within the 30 day limit as long as it is not a daily occurrence and is merely for pleasure. It is suggested these ground rules be posted at each and every 4h function. Register 4hers project animals as of april 1 of current project year. A completed project manual plus a 22 x 28 poster, displayed horizontally, a display, or a note book relating to the information studied in the project manual.
A 4h project is a subject or a topic that each 4her learns more about by attending 4h club meetings and educational workshop, and by working with adult leaders and other 4h members. The 4 h program provide practical experiences in trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship. Exhibit the particular project horse that will go to the area d horse show at the county 4h qualifier horse show in the spring. While developing and educating youth is our goal, members, families, and their. Each member receives constructive feedback to help improve record keeping skills and may receive a ribbon, county medal or other award for effort. Project items supplies, materials, equipment, animals, facilities and other resources needed to complete the 4h project learning experience. It is important that you do your own work, but ask your 4 h leader. If youre looking for the official source of information about the. Participate in the county horse program and show to learn riding techniques, patterns, and showmanship. The project may be short term or long term depending upon the selected field. Virginia state 4h championship horse and pony show virginia. The emphasis of virginias 4 h horse and pony program is on equine selection, nutrition, management, riding, recreation, fun, and horsemanship.
It will help you set goals for the project year, record your accomplishments and help guide. Virginia 4 h horse project instructions for using this record book this book is designed to be the place where you keep records on your project. Be a registered 4 h horse project member as of january 1 of current project year. Giddy up and go focuses on the introductory basics and familiarizes youth with horses. Horseback riding provides an outdoor sports fitness program for physical, personal, and emotional development, including confidence building. Record books virginia cooperative extension 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.
The emphasis of virginias 4h horse and pony program is on equine selection, nutrition. Be a registered 4h horse project member as of january 1 of current project year. Counties or clubs may choose to require the program as part of the project evaluation, for project completion, for showing, or for other purposes. Selecting the horse as a project allows a 4her to learn. Read through the book carefully and complete all sections.
In cooperation with 4h volunteers of the state 4h horse project advisory committee estella almeida, wendy hale, judy hennessy, cathy porter, virginia sisco based on my 4h record book by keith g. Project, publication, title, formats available, suggested ages. Learn about horse breeds, caring for and managing a horse safely, horsemanship and horserelated businesses. 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. Virginia 4h is with abingdon equine vet services and virginia 4h horse program. Virginia 4h horse project senior record book semantic scholar.
There will be three pa 4h horse cloverbud activity books. Recipients shall be chosen by the virginia 4h horse program scholarship fund. As a reminder, please make sure your members are aware of the following ground rules when participating in 4h activities. When turning in your livestock project, you should have project books pages from the appropriate link above and your respective animal pages from below. Lewis county 4h horse project guidelines book, and the current pacific northwest 4h horse contest guide. The 4h year runs from october 1st to september 30th and provides opportunities for families to experience fun together. The 4 h year runs from october 1st to september 30th and provides opportunities for families to experience fun together. Other horses may be shown, but the one being taken to area d must be shown in at least one class at the county show. Youth learn about selection, care, and feeding of livestock, animal health, and. Horse provides an interactive, handson curriculum for youth to explore raising and showing horses while developing life skills. Additionally, horse judging will teach participants how to evaluate horses based on knowledge and fact, make a decision, and defend it. The sport can develop into a lifelong hobby or business. Record keeping is an important life skill and all 4h members are encouraged to keep written records of their 4h club year.
Virginia 4h programs curriculum list virginia tech. Ray mckinnie, administrator, 1890 extension program, virginia state university, petersburg, va, united states. Horse project record book required completion to ride at district and state horse shows. Dec 19, 2018 virginia 4h horse project senior record book. Adams county 4h horse project colorado state university. Projects are the foundation of the 4 h club experience and project books are an opportunity to show what you have learned throught the year. The virginia 4 h foundation is spearheading the advancement of the virginia 4 h youth livestock programs endowment.
Exhibit your project manual and project exhibit at the county 4h fair. Ray mckinnie, administrator, 1890 extension program, virginia state university, petersburg, va. Record books and publications for all 4h animal science projects. Participation in the program andor mastery of skills will satisfy some project requirements. P e n n s y l v a n i a 4h horse program 4h horsemanship skills. Book sections cover horse breeds, psychology, and how to choose a horse. Discover all the aspects about raising and riding horses. To be a 4h horse club member, you must first enroll in 4h in your county. The 4h horse project can be an exciting and worthwhile experience for both you and your horse.
Stephen dentons visit to her farm and talked to him about spring vaccinations for horses and miniature 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. Available literature includes colorado 4h horse rule book, 4h horse. The 4h livestock and horse programs are the largest animal science project areas, enabling youth to develop their interest in beef cattle, sheep, goat, dairy, swine, and horse. New updated for 2017 junior 4 h horse project record book. New updated for 2017 junior 4h horse project record book. There will be three pa 4 h horse cloverbud activity books.
This member has successfully completed this 4h horse project record book. These skills were designed for the purpose of promoting safety and knowledge within the 4 h horse project. Horse project record books university of maryland extension. These records are turned in to the local 4h office by october 1st of each year and each record is evaluated.
Project bookresources project booksresources may be available through your county extension office, so ask your 4h staff member. Junior record book ages 9 publication 406122 4h694p revised 2017. Washington county 4h is the youth education outreach program of the university of wisconsinmadison, division of extension. Virginia 4h horse project junior record book virginia tech. This publication is designed to serve as the va 4h state fair horse show rule book 2017. 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. To be a 4 h horse club member, you must first enroll in 4 h in your county. See the district council page to find out more information about the council and meeting dates. The 4h horse program is part of the animal science project. Northern district 4h horse council project book scholarship. You will also learn skills through educational activities such as horse judging, horse bowls, hippology, speech and demonstration contests. Exhibit or participate with your 4h horse project horse during the 4h year. Virginia 4 h horse project 3 instructions for using this record book. Activities include horse body shop, designing the perfect horse, paper dolls, human cues and group relay knot.
This book is designed to be the place where you keep records on your project. The northern district is organized through the virginia state 4 h horse program and governed by the northern district 4 h horse council which meets every other month. P e n n s y l v a n i a 4h horse program 4h horsemanship. The goals include moneymaking and experience in horse development, training, marketing andor trading. Projects are done both individually and as a group. This is a basic resource for 4 h members doing a horse project in oregon, washington, and idaho. The program will allow you to develop horsemanship skills. This year, all cloverbud horse club members complete book a. Leesburg, va 20175 7037770373 virginia cooperative extension programs and employment are open to all, regardless of race, color.
Horse ui extension 4h youth development university of. All cloverbud members in one club or group should complete the same book in the course of one year, regardless of their ages or the length of time they have been members. If you believe that any material in vtechworks should be removed, please see our policy and procedure for requesting that material be amended or removed. Prince william county 4h youth program of virginia cooperative extension 8033 ashton avenue, suite 105, manassas, va 201098202 7037926286. Information sheet on changes to the horse project record books 4honline. Virginia 4h horse project senior record book vce publications. Virginia 4h horse project 3 instructions for using this record book this book is designed to be the place where you keep records on your project. Fernanda camargo, horse extension specialist, department of animal sciences. The emphasis of virginias 4h horse and pony program is on equine selection, nutrition, management, riding, recreation, fun, and horsemanship. The 4h program provide practical experiences in trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship. Decoration contest and record book portfolio contest results pdf 75kb. Through project based learning and youthadult partnerships, both youth and adults increase life skills and grow as leaders. Projects are the foundation of the 4h club experience and project books are an opportunity to show what you have learned throught the year.
Project books are turned in for a grade at the end of the 4h year and given back during the achievement ceremony. 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 is a basic resource for 4h members doing a horse project in oregon, washington, and idaho. A 4h project is a series of handson learning experiences in which youth learn subject matter and life skills. Keeping a record book is an important part of the project. Register 4 h ers project animals as of april 1 of current project year. Families are able to encourage youth while they learn from both their successes and their failures. Appreciate riding as recreation learn horsemanship skills and understand breeding, training, and raising of horses. The 4h horse program focuses on equine selection, nutrition, management, riding, driving, recreation, fun, and horsemanship. If enrolled without an animal, check with your extension agent for approval. These trainings are designed for adults and youth that lead or would like to lead training in shooting sports, wildlife, or atv safety. Become experienced in horse nutrition, handling, safety, and care. Carver center, 9432 james madison highway, rapidan, va 22733.
Atlantic county 4h horse project rulesrequirementspolicies. Project books are turned in for a grade at the end of the 4 h year and given back during the achievement ceremony. It is suggested that you consult with your extension agent about using the selfdetermined project with the horse curriculum as a resource. Show personnel va state youth horse extension specialist. The park rapids location will also host atv safety training. For more information, or to get involved please contact amy at the blount county extension office 865 9826430 or by email. West virginia 4h has many opportunities for 4h members to work on 4h projects virtually. Horseback riding and driving provides an outdoor sports fitness program for physical, personal, and emotional development including confidence building.
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