Horse

The 4-H Horse Program is designed for those youth with interest in horses and horse events.  This program is designed to provide experiences to help them develop leadership, citizenship, self esteem, social skills and to become contributing members of society, as well as becoming better horse men and women.  Morgan County has outstanding 4-H horse clubs, which are led by knowledgeable and dedicated 4-H club leaders.  Clubs generally meet once a month during the winter for service projects, awards, demonstrations, social activities, etc., then meet weekly from April -September (as weather allows) to practice horsemanship and riding skills.   

The 4-H Horse program is for youth in grades 3-12, but not younger than 8 years old.  Contact the 4-H office at 801.829.3472 to find a club that meets your needs.  To participate in the riding and showing portion of the 4-H Horse Program, members need to own or have access to their own horse and complete the following enrollment steps:  

Enrollment steps include:

1. Completing a 4-H Enrollment & Code of Conduct/Photo/Medical Release
   
2. Paying 4-H enrollment fee ($5 to USU Extension) plus club & show dues (paid at shows)
   
3. Additionally, members must register their project horse(s) by May 15 to compete in 4-H Horse Shows.