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. Teach us to serve thee joyfully, with head, heart, health and hand. This is a basic resource for 4 h members doing a horse project in oregon, washington, and idaho. Start by downloading the whole document from the entire my 4 h resume link below. 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. As you fill up a section you can download additional.
It is important to maintain permanent, written records of your project activity so decisions can be based on accurate information. It will help you set goals for the project year, record your accomplishments and help guide your efforts to keep. Through the florida 4h horse program youth participate in activities designed to improve citizenship, sportsmanship, horsemanship, character, competitive spirit, discipline, and responsibility while creating an atmosphere for learning and awareness of the life about us. A properly prepared horse will move readily and freely at a walk or trot with a minimum of urging. Thank you to the provincial 4h equine advisory committee peac volunteers who contributed to the. Oregon 4h procedure manual updated march 2019 summary of enrollment policy age related policies, age division chart for 20192020 osu equity and inclusion website osu youth policies oregon 4h member annual participation fee updated 2018 cabin supervision policy new june 2011 policy for handling 4h endowments and. The pnw 4h horse contest guide oregon state university.
The 4 h name and emblem have special protections from congress, protected by code 18 usc 707. Highliting on page 15, else text, illustrations and photographs near fine. Activities include horse body shop, designing the perfect horse, paper dolls, human cues and group relay knot. The 4h member should also have the following materials. You will be asked to show your horse in action way of going at a walk, jog, trot or intermediate gait. I give permission for the horse listed above and owned by me to be used as a 4 h project animal for the 4 h member also listed above. A series of videos related to the oregon 4 h horse project. For more than 100 years, 4h has assisted youth in acquiring knowledge, developing life skills, and forming attitudes that will enable them to find their spark and become selfdirecting, productive members of society.
Sheila forbes, youth development specialist, oklahoma. The 4h horse project manual is designed to give horse project youth basic information on the care and use of horses. A core belief of 4h is health, as evidenced by the four hs in the 4h clover. Martingale and breastplate quiz test your bridle knowledge. One of the classes at the horse shows that 4 h members have a hard time with is the trail class. For your 4h event to be listed, email the pdf document to sandy arnold at. See our form and document help page for instructions on how to download and fill out the documents listed here and elsewhere on this website. Exhibit or participate with your 4h horse project horse during the 4h year. Dad potter 4h horsemanship award 4h 75111 washington resources beginning horsemanship em4842e idaho resources idaho horsemanship award. David freeman, extension equine specialist, and dr. Additional resources for additional resources pertaining to a specific event or project, please visit either the individual event page or the projects page. Owner of horse 4 h club member to manage my horse as described below as a 4 h project. Members and horses must meet all requirements listed under project animal and possession in the. Some of the questions will ask you y to establish goals for the coming year.
Poultry project and record book, weight record page 14 4h 150. Exhibit your project manual and project exhibit at the county 4h fair. Book sections cover horse breeds, psychology, and how to choose a horse. If the project animal is leased or owned by someone other than a family member, please have the owner read and sign below. You may own, share, borrow, or lease your project animal. Through the 4 h horse project, youth can increase their knowledge and improve their horsemanship skills by learning. I give permission for the horse listed above and owned by me to be used as a 4h project animal for the 4h member also listed above. Pacific northwest 4h horse contest guide university of idaho. Members must turn in an uptodate record book by the 2 nd tuesday in october to qualify for year end awards. The 4h grace tune of auld lang syne we thank thee, lord, for blessing great on this, our own fair land. If you dont have a horse, you may belong to a 4h horse science club or join as.
Stallions over 12 months of age are not allowed as a 4 h project. Through the 4h horse project, youth can increase their knowledge and improve their horsemanship skills by. Information given in this manual has been developed for use by 4 h volunteers and members and is intended to provide initial guidance for implementing practices and procedures to reduce the risk of sustaining injuries or illnesses while participating in 4 h sponsored programs, projects, and events. For more than 100 years, 4h has empowered youth ages 519 to learn new skills, pursue their passions, and create a sense of belonging that will set them on the path to be skilled, engaged, and compassionate citizens and leaders. A 4h horse project animal may be a horse, pony, mule, or donkey, which you may ride, drive, or train. Oklahoma 4h horse project member activity manual one 4hansc603 member activity manuals were prepared originally by dr. I have been observing 4 h members and their horses for some six years now. It is important to maintain permanent, written records of your project activity so decisions can be. General record book, pdf, 415kb general record book, pdf fillable form junior leader, pdf,873kb bucket calf project record, pdf, 887kb. Keep accurate records and note project progress in the 4 h horse project record book.
The purpose of 4h awards is to recognize achievement in a 4h project area. This 4 h member manual begins with a short history of the american western cowboy and includes descriptions of and brief instructions for maneuvers a welltrained ranch horse can do. A series of videos related to the oregon 4h horse project. I have noticed during this time that both the 4 h members and their horses have aged, however, areas for improvement remain. Projects are available for youth owning or having access to horses, and also for. All members who own or manage one or more horses or ponies may keep this project record. Oregon 4 h procedure manual updated march 2019 summary of enrollment policy age related policies, age division chart for 20192020 osu equity and inclusion website osu youth policies oregon 4 h member annual participation fee updated 2018 cabin supervision policy new june 2011 policy for handling 4 h endowments and. This manual provides information on various breeds of horses and how to evaluate good conformation of any horse. 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. Now in its fourth year, the program provides an opportunity for youth to use their project horses to learn and practice techniques for handling livestock.
Buymanship unit 8 clothing plan of action making the most of your body selecting becoming color. Giddy up and go focuses on the introductory basics and familiarizes youth with horses. One of the classes at the horse shows that 4h members have a hard time with is the trail class. This is a basic resource for 4h members doing a horse project in oregon, washington, and idaho.
Keeping a record book is an important part of the project. An uptodate record book will also be required to qualify for. Selection, feeding, management, fitting, showing and responsible goat ownership are emphasized. The 4h horse program continues to enjoy a strong industry support while developing strong leadership skills in participating youth. Horses and humans interact in many ways, not only in a wide variety of sports and non. Oct 18, 2017 orange county 4h making virginias best better. 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.
For more than 100 years, 4 h has assisted youth in acquiring knowledge, developing life skills, and forming attitudes that will enable them to find their spark and become selfdirecting, productive members of society. All records needed for record keeping of all 4 h projects. Ranch horse classes include ranchmanship, ranch horse trail. Poultry project and record book, project pictures page 10 4h 150. Oregon 4h ranch horse contest guide the 4h working ranch horse program is an exciting addition to the king county 4h horse program. The 4h horse project osu extension catalog oregon state. It is my understanding that the 4 h member named above will have full responsibility for the care of the animal indicated in this agreement. The 4h colt and horse training manual is designed to assist 4h members and leaders in training the animal properly from the ground and in the saddle. If you dont have a horse, you may belong to a 4 h horse science club or join as. Horse provides an interactive, handson curriculum for youth to explore raising and showing horses while developing life skills. Click the view it now button to view or download the entire guide.
My 4h model horse project record book hunterdon county. Own or lease one or more horses light horse, pony, draft horse or mule. Manuals general colorado 4h youth development is part. There are many illustrations that will be helpful to anyone interested in horses. A contestant may participate in only one category of this contest per year. Information given in this manual has been developed for use by 4h volunteers and members and is intended to provide initial guidance for implementing practices and procedures to reduce the risk of sustaining injuries or illnesses while participating in 4h sponsored programs, projects, and events. Counties can check out learning lab kits and banners from the montana 4h center for youth development. Exhibit or participate with your 4 h horse project horse during the 4 h year. The 4 h member should also have the following materials.
Whether youth own a dairy goat or are just curious about them, these activities provide enjoyable, handson experiences to introduce them to goats. The oregon 4h horse project supports several statewide contests in which youth can demonstrate their skills and knowledge. Oregon 4 h livestock presentation contest guidelines effective 100117 through 093018 the 4 h livestock presentation contest is an educational experience that allows youth to further develop their abilities to relate their livestock industry knowledge to others. Keep accurate records and note project progress in the 4h horse project record book. 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 4h year. I have been observing 4h members and their horses for some six years now.
Oregon 4h livestock presentation contest guidelines effective 100117 through 093018 the 4h livestock presentation contest is an educational experience that allows youth to further develop their abilities to relate their livestock industry knowledge to others. Counties can check out learning lab kits and banners from the montana 4 h center for youth development. The 4h horse project pnw587 4h involvement report doc. The activities outlined in the manuals include service activities on the club and community. Horse ui extension 4h youth development university of idaho. Youth and collegiate horse judging leader guide as12. Oregon 4h ranch horse contest guide pierce county 4h horse.
The purpose of 4 h awards is to recognize achievement in a 4 h project area. Donate to the 4h horse program 4h horse project standard lease agreement lease. The 4 h colt and horse training manual is designed to assist 4 h members and leaders in training the animal properly from the ground and in the saddle. Each 4h horse club member is encouraged to set at least one goal which he or she plans to attain. Policies and guidelines 4h youth development programs. Oklahoma 4 h horse project member activity manual one 4 h ansc603 member activity manuals were prepared originally by dr. 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. The 4h name and emblem have special protections from congress, protected by code 18 usc 707. The project manual is still in the draft stage, but will be finalized for the 2010 4 h year. The techniques outlined in this manual comprise one of several accepted ways to do the training. Acknowledgements this 4h horse record book is in its third edition. The oregon 4h spring horse classic includes horse judging, horse bowl, hippology, individual presentation, team presentation, and public speaking contests. For more than 100 years, 4 h has empowered youth ages 519 to learn new skills, pursue their passions, and create a sense of belonging that will set them on the path to be skilled, engaged, and compassionate citizens and leaders. A nationally respected and highly diversified 4h horse program provides horseowning and nonhorseowning youth with training in basic horse science and horsemanship.