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
- 2023 Macomb County 4-H Horse Program Rules and Regulations
- 2019 Michigan 4-H Miniature Horse Rule Book
- American Miniature Horse Registry Rule Book
- Clothing Policy
Events
Ad Book Fundraiser
- 2023 Ad Book
- 2024 Ad Book
- 2024 Ad Book Information Packet - Club Members
- 2024 Ad Book Information Packet - Leaders
- 2024 Ad Book Leader Letter
- 2024 Ad Book Club Tally
- 2024 Ad Book Receipt
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
Light Horse
- Light Horse Show Bill
- English Dressage WT Intro B
- English Dressage Training Test Level 2
- Horse Pattern Reigning No. 2
- Saddle Seat Pattern 2
- Horse Equitation Over Fences Number 2
- Western Dressage WTC Basic Level Test 1
- Class 49 Walk-Trot Trail Pattern 2024
- Class 50 Walk-Trot-Canter Trail Pattern and Description 2024
- Class 64 Cloverbud Lead Line Trail Pattern 2024
Mini/Draft Horse
- Mini Draft Show Bills
- Mini Jumping Pattern 2024
- Mini Obstacle Driving Pattern 2024
- Mini Trail Pattern 2024
- Mini Trail Cloverbud Pattern 2024
- Mini Versatility Pattern 2024
- Mini Hunter Pattern 2024
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