Virginia 4h horse judging team wins national championship. Virginia 4h extension agents quick guide holiday lake 4h. Virginia 4 h market hog project junior record book. Completion of the 4 h horse project record books is often a requirement prior to participation in some county, state, and national events. Project and portfolio materials each 4her should sign up for at least one project each year and work on the project with help from a 4h leader andor parent. 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. 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. The 4h record book also gives members an opportunity to set goals, develop plans to meet those goals, measure achievements and growth, and in the end reflect on their years in 4h. Completed record books are due by september 1st each year. Record books are required for all youth who show animals in the orange county fair. West virginia 4h youth experience eastern woodland indian traditions. This project record book is for record keeping only. The 4h horse project the horse 5 american quarter horse the american quarter horse originated during the colonial period, primarily in virginia and the carolinas.
These project guides may be obtained from your local virginia cooperative extension office. Giddy up and go focuses on the introductory basics and familiarizes youth with horses. Extension agent, parents, or other 4 h volunteers for help when you do not understand something. Record books virginia cooperative extension virginia tech.
Settlers crossed andalusian mares with english stallions that were like thoroughbreds. The record book is also a permanent record of your 4h experience and can be used in the. Junior record book senior record book a new series of project books. Record keeping is an important life skill and all 4 h members are encouraged to keep written records of their 4 h club year. It should be kept in an updated, neat and accurate manner. Read through this book and familiarize yourself with the kinds of records you will need and where information should be recorded. Horse and pony is an exciting 4h project area because you can participate whether you own a hours or not. This may be the only project taken or the member may also enroll in additional 4 h projects including the progressive riding projects. The junior horse championship show offers expanded classes and activities including in hand conformation and futurity classes, along with new classes that will demonstrate the 4h members ability to train, handle and exhibit their project animals. If you elect to do additional more challenges activities in your project book national 4h curriculum, please check the seven activities you want to be graded on.
These records are turned in to the local 4 h office by october 1st of each year and each record is evaluated. Fernanda camargo, horse extension specialist, department of animal sciences. Treasurers book pwc horse project requirements for state shows website guidelines portfolio. Members may include riding time and lessons as options under experience. Brevard county, fl 4h junior and intermediate horse. Brevard county, fl 4h junior and intermediate horse project. The northern district is organized through the virginia state 4h horse program and governed by the northern district 4h horse council which meets every other month. Each 4h horse club member is encouraged to set at least one goal which he or she plans to attain.
Youth learn about selection, care, and feeding of livestock, animal health, and importance of good record keeping. The 4h youth livestock program is the largest animal science project area enabling youth to develop their interest in beef cattle, sheep, and swine in their 4h projects. 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. Virginia 4h beef heifer project junior record book virginia 4h.
The project book must be submitted for judging during october. Keeping a record book is an important part of the project. The project books are distributed through the 4h clubs after enrollment is completed each fall. The association gives direction to countywide 4h fundraisers and accounting for funding 4h programming. Record books part of a club or project 4h record book competitions a verification book to receive a county star rank award. Discover all the aspects about raising and riding horses. Virginia 4 h market hog project senior record book. Have you submitted a 4h project record book for evaluation.
The virginia 4 h foundation is spearheading the advancement of the virginia 4 h youth livestock programs endowment. This year, all cloverbud horse club members complete book a. These records are turned in to the local 4h office by october 1st of each year and each record is evaluated. The record book also helps 4 hers recognize just how much theyve accomplished with their horse project over the last year. Ohio 4 h horse materials and other training records.
Virginia 4h horse project junior record book vce publications. West virginia 4h is a free, educational program for west virginia youth in all 55 counties. This scholarship recognizes a junior and senior 4h member who have had exemplary accomplishments in multiple 4h horse project activities. A basic training guide for new 4 h parents and volunteers involved with livestock projects.
I declare that the information in this book is correct and all 4h requirements have been completed, to the best of my knowledge. See the district council page to find out more information about the council and meeting dates. Activities include horse body shop, designing the perfect horse, paper dolls, human cues and group relay knot. Virginia 4h horse project junior record book virginia tech. 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. Review but understand that each member should use their own words. This project record book is for recordkeeping only. A record book is a useful tool to help a 4her learn more about the horse. Date of birth mmddyy age as of january 1st 4h club. Atlantic county 4h horse project rulesrequirementspolicies unless otherwise specified, the requirements and rules in the new jersey 4h horse show rule book cover eligibility and programevent criteria for members enrolled in the 4h horse project. We encourage all our 4h youth to do a record book to record their project information and reflections, but 4h record books are not required for membership or participation in 4h activities such as club events, 4h camps, or conferences.
Ohio 4h horse materials and other training records. Project and portfolio materials each 4 h er should sign up for at least one project each year and work on the project with help from a 4 h leader andor parent. Information sheet on changes to the horse project record books. Prince william 4 h association see calendar for meeting dates. In addition, the record book manual should be referenced for more information. Horse project record books university of maryland extension. Most of the forms 4h members and leaders need are supplied below in both word and pdf format. Horse judging project record book level 1 horse judging project record book level 2 these are for anyone, with or without a horse. I knew at the beginning of the year they had the talent to do it, and they worked tirelessly every week to make sure they were ready for the challenge of eastern nationals. The following requirements must be fulfilled to be eligible to apply and attend the district and state 4 h horse shows. In addition, forms are available by calling your local 4h office. Horse and pony is an exciting 4 h project area because you can participate whether you own a hours or not. A basic training guide for new 4h parents and volunteers involved with livestock projects. It is suggested that the selfdetermined project be used with the national 4 h curriculum project book as a resource for the desired species.
These are for anyone that owns, leases, or borrows a horse. Information sheet on changes to the horse project record books 4honline. Each member receives constructive feedback to help improve record keeping skills and may receive a ribbon, county medal or other award for effort and achievement. Winning the national contest means so much to this team. Project and portfolio materials fauquier county virginia tech. Also, 4hers must keep an uptodate record book horse management and have exclusive care of their horse for 30 days prior to. Publications, virginia cooperative extension vce 7343 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. Virginia beach outstanding 4h member award application last modified by. The virginia 4h foundation is spearheading the advancement of the virginia 4h youth livestock programs endowment.
Junior record book ages 9 publication 406122 4h694p revised 2017. Brevard county, fl 4 h junior and intermediate horse project record book this record book is for the exclusive use of brevard county 4 h members registered in the horse program who are classified as junior members ages 810 and intermediate members ages 11. My 4h horse project record book hunterdon county, nj. Junior 4h camp is for youth between the ages of 9 and 14. The association gives direction to countywide 4 h fundraisers and accounting for funding 4 h programming. Prince william 4h association see calendar for meeting dates. Name 4h age primary club name years in 4h years in this project i have completed this record and believe all information to be complete and accurate. The following requirements must be fulfilled to be eligible to apply and attend the district and state 4.
They are optional for other records or use of a 3prong folder. The youth development education program of virginia cooperative extension, 4h is rich with learning experiences in which young people partner with caring adults and volunteers in a fellowship unlike any other program available to youth today. A 4 h record book may be required to receive participation awards such as star ranking, medals, or pins. It is important that you do your own work, but ask your 4h leader. A volunteer led association comprised of 4 h volunteers, parents, leaders and 4 h members. In order to exhibit any animal species, such as dog, dairy, beef, working steer, sheep, swine, llama, alpaca, goat, horse, rabbit, mules, donkeys, reptiles, small animal and poultry, at a uconn 4 h fair for that project year, the project must be owned or leased by june 1 may 1 for dairy cattle and horse. Prince william county requirements for exhibiting at the. Virginia beach outstanding 4h member award application. In cooperation with 4 h volunteers of the state 4 h horse project advisory committee estella almeida, wendy hale, judy hennessy, cathy porter, virginia sisco based on my 4 h record book by keith g.
To be a 4 h horse club member, you must first enroll in 4 h in your county. This book is designed to be the place where you keep records on your project. This record book was produced by the greene county 4 h horse committee for educational use by greene county 4h members. Brevard county, fl 4h junior and intermediate horse project record book this record book is for the exclusive use of brevard county 4h members registered in the horse program who are classified as junior members ages 810 and intermediate members ages 11. Preregistration is required for all 4h contests and events. The project books are distributed through the 4 h clubs after enrollment is completed each fall. Youth livestock program virginia cooperative extension. State 4h championship horse show offers 4h youth the opportunity to compete at an advanced level and meet other 4h horse. A 4h record book may be required to receive participation awards such as star ranking, medals, or pins. New england 4h horse eastern states exposition junior leader application. New updated for 2017 junior 4h horse project record book. Virginia cooperative extension programs and employment are open to all, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs. Horse provides an interactive, handson curriculum for youth to explore raising and showing horses while developing life skills. West virginia 4h has many opportunities for 4h members to work on 4h projects virtually.
Name 4h age primary club name years in 4h years in this project i have completed this record and believe all. Obtain the appropriate record book based on the project you selected. Oct 18, 2017 orange county 4h making virginias best better. New updated for 2017 junior 4 h horse project record book.
All takedown requests will be promptly acknowledged and investigated. 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. Selecting the horse as a project allows a 4her to learn more about how horses are properly cared for and ridden. Read through the book carefully and complete all sections. Record book complete one record book for each project year. It will help you set goals for the project year, record your accomplishments and help guide. Virginia 4h horse project instructions for using this record book this book is designed to be the place where you keep records on your project. In the king county 4h horse program, keeping a record book is a requirement to exhibit a project horse at the king county fairstate qualifying event. Attending two junior horse council meetings, educational team meetings, andor drill team practices. Atlantic county 4h horse project rulesrequirementspolicies. Four h members may also consider additional supporting projects such as veterinary science, safety, and leadership. This is the facebook page for the nokesville 4h horse project. The junior horse championship show offers expanded classes and activities including in hand conformation and futurity classes, along with new classes that will demonstrate the 4 h members ability to train, handle and exhibit their project animals.
The virginia 4h horse judging team won first overall at the eastern national 4h horse judging contest in november. Here are a number of samples of various record book forms and elements. This member has successfully completed this 4h horse project record book. West virginia 4h horse record guide extension service. A volunteer led association comprised of 4h volunteers, parents, leaders and 4h members. Fourh members may also consider additional supporting projects such as veterinary science, safety, and leadership. The 4 h horse project can be an exciting and worthwhile experience for both you and your horse. Some of the questions will ask you y to establish goals for the coming year. The record book is the process used to teach this skill as you complete work in your chosen project areas. It is important that you do your own work, but ask your 4h. Record keeping is an important life skill and all 4h members are encouraged to keep written records of their 4h club year.