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.

2022-2023 Committee Officers

Adult President: Michelle Short

Adult Vice President: Gabby Oddo

Adult Secretary: Alexis Morales

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, 6:30pm.

March 27, 2023
April 24, 2023
May 22, 2023

Guidelines and Resources

Events

Add 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 27 - Lights
June 3 - Mini/Draft
June 10 - Lights
June 17 - Mini/Draft
June 24 - Lights (double judge)
July 8 - Mini/Draft

Macomb County 4-H Horse Show Forms and Patterns 2022

Macomb County Show Registration Form 2022
Western Dressage Basic Level Test 2
Walk-Trot-Canter Trail Pattern
Walk-Trot Trail Pattern
Draft Ground Driving Obstacle Pattern
Draft in Hand Trail Pattern
Mini Draft Show Bills
Mini Jumping Pattern
Mini Obstacle Driving Pattern
Mini Trail Pattern
Mini Versatility Pattern
Light Horse Show Bill
English Dressage Training Test Level 2
Horse Pattern Reigning Number 2
Saddle Seat Pattern 2
Horse Equitation Over Fences Number 1
Armada Fair Ring 1 Pattern
Armada Fair Ring 2 Pattern

Horse Award Forms

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. Forms are due the 2nd Monday in October.

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. Forms are due the 2nd Monday in October.

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.