Horse Program Committee

Macomb County 4-H Horse Program Committee

The Macomb County Horse Program Committee is made up of members, leaders and parents who are involved in the horse program. There is a youth and adult executive board, with youth taking the lead at meetings and for activities. All are welcome to attend meetings.

2023-2024 Committee Officers

Adult President: Michelle Short

Adult Vice President: Kim Jobe

Adult Secretary:

Adult Point Secretary: Wayne Reeves

Adult Treasurer: Liz Moreno

Youth President: Gavin Jobe

Youth Vice President: Tatiana Morales

Youth Secretary: Olivia Eldridge

Youth Treasurer: Harleigh Reeves

Committee Meeting Dates and Minutes

Meetings are held at Wolcott Mill Camp Rotary on the 4th Monday of the month at 6:30pm.

February 26, 2024
March 25, 2024

Guidelines and Resources

Events

Ad Book Fundraiser

MSUE Equine Education Spring Program

Various locations around the state ~ April each year. Please check with the office or through the website for dates.
Get ready for spring with this three presentation series on equine management and care!

State 4-H Horse Show: Members have an opportunity to participate in the state show in the light horse program by earning points during the county point shows. Please check back at a later date for information regarding this year's State 4-H Horse Show.

Ray's Riding Rascals' 4-H Club Annual Tack Sale: Come support Ray's Riding Rascals 4-H Club's annual tack sale fundraiser. It's held annually the first Saturday in March!

County Point Shows: The Macomb County 4-H Horse Program Committee hosts three point shows for saddle or light horses, one a double judge show in the spring, and three mini/draft shows. All shows are held at Camp Rotary, part of Wolcott Mill Metro Park, located on 29 Mile Road, east of Romeo Plank

Macomb County 4-H Horse Show Dates:

May 25 - Lights
June 1 - Mini/Draft
June 8 - Lights
June 15 - Mini/Draft
June 22 - Lights (double judge)
July 29 - Mini/Draft

Macomb County 4-H Horse Show Forms and Patterns 2024

Macomb County Show Registration Form 2024

Light Horse

Mini/Draft Horse

Horse Award Forms

New for 2023, All county horse awards are now due August 31

Bill Collins Award Forms: The Bill Collins Outstanding Horsemanship Award is given to a 4-H horse project member. It is awarded yearly and is based on the nominee’s overall involvement in 4-H and the 4-H Horse Program. A 4-H member to be considered for this award should be nominated by a 4-H leader. A summary of the nominee’s activities should include both the degree of involvement in and results of participation as a member of 4-H and the 4-H Horse Program.

Jane Sylvester Award Forms: Each Club registered in the Macomb County Horse & Pony Project may nominate up to 3 individuals for this award. Nominees may be any 4-H member or adult volunteer in the Macomb County 4-H Horse Project. Of the 3 individuals, only one may be a member of the club making the nomination. A single page letter of support (form attached) must accompany each nomination.

Knapp Memorial 4-H Horse Leadership Award: An annual award to recognize an adult offering outstanding leadership to young people within the Michigan Horse Program. This top leader introduces newcomers to 4-H and the horse industry, mentors young horsemen, and promotes 4-H and the horse industry within the local community. Nominations are due to the Equine specialist by July 1.

Vincent B Cesaro Memorial Award

More information to come

Hall of Fame Versatility Award

More information to come

Sportsmanship Award

More information to come

Equitation Rider Challenge Trophy

More information to come