4 equine project book

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. Chelan douglas county 4 h permanent record book if members have the older version, they can just continue to use it. You will have the opportunity to learn, handle, care for and ride horses. Complete the essential information when you first start your project, such as the cover. Dec 19, 2018 virginia cooperative extension programs and employment are open to all, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Virginia 4h horse project senior record book vce publications. We have a lending library of more than 400 horserelated books and video recordings. This is a guide for the horse leaderparent to assist the cloverbud in learning about horses.

The purpose of these meetings is to guide participants in gaining the knowledge and habits needed to complete their work successfully. The florida 4h state website offers some of these books and other educational books for online purchase. As americas largest youth development organization, 4 h offers youth, families, and adult volunteers of all ages many ways to engage, grow. Revised 2018 date received 4h equine registration 4h show. They give members an opportunity to reflect on their yearly work and encourage members to set goals and develop plans to.

Professional horse photographer information clinic offered august 2, 2019. By learning to give presentations and demonstrations, 4 hers gain selfconfidence and speaking abilities that are valuable in life situations such as school, the work place and the community. Members may own or lease a horse, but must manage the horse 75% of the time, whether owned or leased. We will ship the order after we receive your deposit. Completing a 4h record book is a process where 4h members record project and club work. Tell the things you want to learn from your 4 h equine project. Below is a list of vaccinations that each animal must have before showing at the current years warren county fair. Cavies now have their own show and contests at the state fair.

The 4 h project is designed to teach youth how to properly care for a horse, including, but not limited to. For a brief description of each 4 h project, please see the list of california 4 h projects pdf. For complete information, schedules and rules, please view our 4 h exhibit book. While county offices are closed and local distribution of project books is on hold, choose one of these methods. Find out about horses, breeds and their characteristics. Keep accurate records and note project progress in the 4 h horse project record book. In addition to the 4 h goals for youth, the 4 h horse project has six main objectives.

A 4 h member may also complete a horseless project. A special collection of project books is available for free on the perfect stayathome projects web page. You can leave the deposit with us for future orders or request it back after you return the book. Osu extension madison county program areas 4h youth development madison county jr. Over 20 different horse related subjects are covered in easytouse worksheets.

The florida 4 h state website offers some of these books and other educational books for online purchase. Life skills are critical in helping young people become selfdirecting. This project record book has been created specially for members enrolled in the 4 h horse project. Iowa 4h youth development horse and pony project guide. April 17, 2015 this is the 2016 edition of the horse show rulebook that is used at the state 4 h horse show held in august each year at michigan state university, and recommended for use at all 4 h horse. There are many activities in the 4 h horse project. I have full permission and support from my parents to enroll in a horse or pony project with the understanding that. Completing a 4 h record book is a process where 4 h members record project and club work.

The 4 h horse program is part of the animal science project. Horse ui extension 4h youth development university of. In this book, horse refers to all equine, including ponies, mules and donkeys. They are a record of everything you have done and learned each year in your project. Book, poster with report or trifold display whichever applies to the project you are taking.

In addition to the 4h goals for youth, the 4h horse project has six main objectives. Written for the beginner but suitable for members of all ages. Obtain the appropriate record book based on the project you selected. Discuss the book with your parent andor 4 h leader. Read through this book and familiarize yourself with the kinds of records you will need and where information should be recorded. Completion of the 4 h horse project record books is often a requirement prior to participation in some county, state, and national events. You can find all of cass county project forms, id forms and registration forms. Record or project books help you to keep organized and detailed information about your 4 h project s each year. Read through the book carefully and complete all sections. Hoof hour awards pennsylvania 4h penn state extension. This book is designed to be the place where you keep records on your project. Making sure kids are in a safe space where they feel accepted is an integral part of their emotional health and wellbeing, both in programs like 4 h and in school. To be a 4 h horse club member, you must first enroll in 4 h in your county. Horse projects of many kinds are available to new york youth through the cornell cooperative extension horse program.

Selecting the horse as a project allows a 4her to learn more about how horses are properly cared for and ridden. For complete descriptions of ohio 4h projects and the publications that support them, please refer to the latest family guide or to ohio 4h project central, an interactive web site that includes sample pages, ratings, and comments. Laura dunlavy, now a student at south dakota state university, grew up as a 4her in kandiyohi county, minnesota. However, it is equally important to emphasize the learning of life skills.

My 4h horse project record book hunterdon county, nj. It was established and built through funding from the minnesota horse council, memorials and donations. If you do well at the county fair, you might qualify for the state horse show. The 4h horse program is part of the animal science project. Colorado 4h youth development is part of csu extension. An equine project may be taken by a 4 h member that owns or leases a horse. A record book is a useful tool to help a 4her learn more about the horse. How to talk to your horse videos that accompany this project are available here. As a helper for the horse project, one of your primary goals is to help youth gain knowledge about horses. Learn about owning, managing and caring for a horse or pony. It is important that you do your own work, but ask your 4h leader, extension agent, parents, or other 4h volunteers for help when you do not understand something. Behavior and nature functional anatomy and action unsoundness and blemishes age deformation inheritance genetics principles of reproduction anatomy and function of digestive system feed nutrients feeds balancing.

Make deposit checks out to the minnesota 4 h horse association library. My 4 h rabbit, cavy and small animal project record book. Ohio 4 h horse program protective headgear policy faqs. Dont be afraid to jump right in and dont give up if the activity doesnt work the first time. Learn how to select, raise and care for a meat goat.

Horse 4h youth development program washington state. This is a basic resource for 4h members doing a horse project in oregon, washington, and idaho. Book sections cover horse breeds, psychology, and how to. Information for equine projects general equine project resources. This rapidly growing program is appropriate for all 4 h members from age 5 to 19 and from the inner city to the most remote rural areas. Horse project record books university of maryland extension.

A manual designed just for the cloverbuds and the supplement, nc 4h horse program cloverbud manual leaders guide. Keeping a record book is an important part of the project. Complete the essential information when you first start your project, such as the. Your project group may meet once a week or as little as once or twice a month. Allamerican quarter horse congress educational contests. Discover all the aspects about raising and riding horses. Each level is designed to take 2 4 years to complete. For more information, contact your county cce office or the address at the end of this page. A member taking horse, rabbit, and archery projects must carry horse, rabbit, and archery books. Youll learn about horse nutrition, equine teeth, purchasing decisions, judging horses and much more. Jeffco 4h horse project record books 4h record books are also called erecords. Horse and pony is an exciting 4 h project area because you can participate whether you own a hours or not.

The 4h horse project osu extension catalog oregon state. Record books virginia cooperative extension virginia tech. A 4h horse project animal may be a horse, pony, mule, or. The links to erecords in the specific project areas are below. This project also may be used during the educational portion of club meetings. Visit project central to take a closer look at a book, find out what others have to say. Leadership project add sheet if doing leadership as a project, this is the only paper needed for this tab. The 4 h horse project can be an exciting and worthwhile experience for both you and your horse. A manual designed just for the cloverbuds and the supplement, nc 4 h horse program cloverbud manual leaders guide. Richly illustrated in full color, the book uses a logical, easytofollow outline to make learning simple, while addressing essential topics like care and feeding, training, development and reproduction, illness, inheritance, the history of horses, and more. It is recommended that you give a demonstration or speech, or participate in horse judging, horse bowl, hippology or other 4 h activities at least at the club level.

If they are just starting, then they should use this new one. You should aim to complete at least one project book each 4 h year. Using this book, you will set your own goals to measure your accomplishments. Nys 4 h equine show rule book covers all facets of 4 h showing. She says she participated in horse bowl, hippology, horse judging, and the regular 4h project, as well as the horse training project. Rabbit and cavy projects nys 4h youth development program. I hereby certify that as the 4 h member, i have kept records on this equine record project and have personally completed this record book. The following vacci nation records must be submitted along with the equine project description form to the extension office by. Project records allow an individual to organize and maintain vital information about their horses including veterinary and farrier records, feeding, deworming, and immunization programs, related expenses, training history, and showing achievements. April 17, 2015 this is the 2016 edition of the horse show rulebook that is used at the state 4h horse show held in august each year at michigan state university, and recommended for use at all 4h horse shows in michigan.

Special manuals, educational experiences, and show classes are offered. The 4h meat goat project is designed for members who are interested in learning more about raising meat goats. Horseless horse members do not own or lease a horse. These books are used as project activity guides project books for each of the project areas. The pennsylvania 4 h recreational and alternate equine activities book can be found online. Jeffco 4 h horse project record books 4 h record books are also called erecords. Horse animals projects kansas 4h youth development. Enjoy a healthy outdoor recreational activity a 4h horse project animal may be a horse. The following 4 h project sheets are designed to help 4 h volunteers determine meaningful content and lead youth in handson activities. Project goals at start of project state at least three goals at the beginning of your 4 h project year. For 4 h members who wish to use their project book for multiple years. See the horse program rule book for details and what a judge is looking for.

These activities may challenge you to explore areas of the horse project that you havent experienced before. Project records allow an individual to organize and maintain vital information about. Exhibit or participate with your 4 h horse project horse during the 4 h year. Participants at all of the recognized completion levels above will be listed in the pa state 4 h horse show program. You will also learn skills through educational activities such as horse judging, horse bowls, hippology, speech and demonstration contests. Equine reproduction and genetics project book 4 h 185 as an advisor, parent, project helper or judge this list will be useful in ensuring each member finishes required records and book work and prepares the child for.

University of vermont extension 4h equine project record. It should be kept in an updated, neat and accurate manner. Available literature includes colorado 4h horse rule book, 4h horse. Stallions over 12 months of age are not allowed as a 4h project. Learn horsemanship skills and understand breeding, training, and raising of horses as a business. The horse project is designed as a tool for 4 h members to learn about horse care and handling, and the equine industry in general, through handson activities designed to develop skills not only in horsemanship and equine handling, but also in leadership, communication, decisionmaking and. Click on the book you want, and when the file opens on.

Additionally, there are volunteer opportunities within these programs which are open to both youth and their families. Virginia 4h horse project junior record book virginia tech. The program will allow you to develop horsemanship skills. Equine reproduction and genetics project book 4h 185.

Pennsylvania 4h recreational and alternate equine activities. Each project has its own record book that members are required to complete each year. Horse project record book 2020 horse clover sprouts project record book 2020 poultry project record book 2020 poultry clover sprouts project record book 2020 shooting sports archery record book shooting sports firearms record book rabbit project record book 2019 clover sprouts rabbit project record book 2018 members personal 4 h record book. Each member must carry a project for each activity she is participating in or animal species he is raisingshowing. Iowa 4 h youth development horse and pony project guide objectives the 4 h horse and pony project is designed to give you an opportunity to. Horseless horse members may volunteer to assist with horse shows and. The meat goat project is quickly growing with an increasing demand for meat products. The primary responsibility for the safety of the exhib. We encourage all our 4 h youth to do a record book to record their project information and reflections, but 4 h record books are not required for membership or participation in 4 h activities such as club events, 4 h camps, or conferences. Learn skills in horsemanship and an understanding of the business of breeding, raising and training horses. Most 4hers electing this project will already have a significant interest in, and even a passionate love, for the animal.

If you dont have a horse, you may belong to a 4h horse science club or join as. You can exhibit a horse related project at the minnesota state fair. Get the scientific understanding of horses necessary for success in equine care and management with equine science, 4th edition. Book sections cover horse breeds, psychology, and how to choose a horse. The new jersey 4 h equine presentations project is a project area that is beneficial to the total 4 h horse program. You can also keep track of the time you spend in your equine activity.

Each 4 h member must carry at least one project book each year. County extension offices will be contacted by email with information for submission of award recognition. The virginia 4 h foundation is spearheading the advancement of the virginia 4 h youth livestock programs endowment. A 4h horse project animal may be a horse, pony, mule, or donkey, which you may ride, drive, or train. A 4 h record book may be required to receive participation awards such as star ranking, medals, or pins. It is the 4hers responsibility to accurately complete and submit this form to the extension agent by may 1 of each year. The record book also helps 4 hers recognize just how much theyve accomplished with their horse project over the last year.