More details on application, registration, travel, and total cost are listed below.

Registration is open until February 1, 2025. 

What is AYHC?

First established in the 1970s, the American Youth Horse Council (AYHC) was founded by breed organizations and specialists to provide support to all youth and youth leaders throughout the equine industry. Today the AYHC is leading the charge to unite kids and horses, across breeds and disciplines, through a variety of means and opportunities.

Utah 4-H Horse Program will be taking a delegation to present and learn from other equine professionals. The goal of this delegation is to have the opportunity to share our passion for horses on a national platform and bring back new and exciting ideas to help our local horse communities and 4-H families throughout the state! We will select up to 24 youth to road trip to Tucson, AZ for this amazing experience. Youth interested in attending will need to apply. 

How to apply:

Applications can be found on Zsuite and will be available January 15, 2025 and due February 1, 2025. Those selected to be part of the official Utah 4-H Horse Program Delegation will be notified no later than February 15, 2025.

Applications must include the following:

• A 4-H Portfolio
• A letter of recommendation from a county or state coordinator/faculty member with horse program responsibilities
  • Send them this link
• A workshop outline for either of the following topics:
  • The Power of Knowledge: Experiences Outside the Show Ring
  • Equine Experiences Outside the Show Ring: Sharing Our Love of Horses with Horseless Kids

Cover Letter Objectives

     • Why do you want to be chosen to attend AYHC Symposium?
     • What has your involvement with this program area been in the past?
     • What do you hope to learn from this leadership role?
     • How do you plan to serve your community after attending AYHC? 

Workshop Proposal Template

Total Cost

Approximately $700 per person. Selected delegation will be sent a registration link and payment will need to be submitted by March 1^st.

Estimated Price Break Down:
Conference Registration: $250
Hotel: $350
Meals & Entertainment: $100

If you would like to make your own arrangements, you may find more information about membership, travel, and registering for the symposium here: https://www.ayhc.com/participant-info

Travel

The selected delegation will be caravanning to Tucson together. We will leave early Wednesday, April 9 and return in the evening of April 14, 2025. Times and locations for drop-off/pickup will be finalized as we get closer to departure.