The Maryland 4-H Horsemanship Standards are designed to help 4-H members progressively develop knowledge of horse care, horse management, and horsemanship skills. The Horsemanship Standards are divided into Knowledge, English Riding, and Western Riding Standards each containing six levels. The Riding Standards encourage members to become safe, effective and confident riders with a sound knowledge of equipment and tack. The Knowledge Standards develop proper horse handling and husbandry skills. While it is realized that not every 4-H member would want to master all levels, the first two levels of the Knowledge and Riding Standards require 4-H members to learn the basics of horse safety, care, and riding. Also, certain levels may be required for participation in state horse programs and events in the future including the state fair show. For more information, please contact Chris Anderson All Horsemanship Standards documents were updated in 2010, unless otherwise noted. Please review the following memo for helpful information in regards to the changes and updates. Information on the Horsemanship Standards:Horsemanship Standards Manual UPDATED DRESSAGE TESTS (revised 1/31/2011) Testing Participation Fees Horsemanship Standards Examiner Trainings Horsemanship Standards Prep Clinics for 4-Hers Horsemanship Standards Educational Clinics Examiners, please note that the 2012 Horsemanshup Standards Advisory Meeting will be held on Saturday, November 10, 2012 at the Maryland 4-H Center in College Park. You must attend this meeting once every two years to maintain your examiner status.
Horsemanship Standards Manual
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