The 4-H Horse program is developed for individuals who have a passion for horses whether they own one or not. Some activities offered include the following:
Non-Riding Horse Activities:
Horse Club - 4th - 12th graders meet once a month for Equine Education and Fun! Meetings are held monthly after school hours.
Horse Bowl & Hippology - Quiz bowl to test equine IQ. Practices begin in November, competition is in January.
Horse Judging - Members learn the criteria for different equine disciplines and then attend 3+ judging contests in March, April, and August.
Horse Speech and Demonstration Contests - Individuals can create a speech or equine related demonstration and present it at competitions.
Horseback Riding Activities:
Local, Regional & State Horse Shows - Any 4-H member who wishes to participate in any 4-H sanctioned shows MUST submit a horse enrollment form by March 1st of each year. Members are then eligible for any and all 4-H sanctioned shows for the upcoming show season. See below for more information on upcoming horse shows.
Drill Team - Members of the Horse Club learn different types of riding styles and create a routine to perform at area horse shows. Tryouts are held and practices are mandatory.
Helmet Policy - All parents/riders must read! Click on link - Tennessee 4-H Horse Helmet Policy.pdf
Upcoming Events Information:
Tennessee 4-H Horse Enrollment Forms for 2020 are due in the 4-H office by Friday, February 21st!
Horse Enrollment Form.pdf
2020 Dates of Importance
Horse Bowl/Hippology January 18, 2020
Horse Enrollment Forms February 21, 2020 (see link above to print one)
Horse Judging April 3, 2020
Region Horse Show May 28-30, 2020 Harriman, TN
State Horse Show June 15-19, 2020 Shelbyville, TN
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