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Wisconsin 4-H Horse Leaders Conference

A Statewide Leadership Workshop for 4-H Horse Project Leaders (Youth - 7th grade and up, and Adults)

2007 Conference - November 9-11

4-H Horse Leadership Conference

Some of the handouts from the 2007 Conference held on Nov 9-11
Problem Solving Steps
Problem Solving Wisdom and Suggestions

197 people participated in the workshop. Thanks to Dr. Margaret Fauver for being our Keynote Speaker. It was a great weekend - hope to see you next year in River Falls.


Sponsored by:
Uw-Extension 4-H Youth Development
UW -Madison Dept of Animal Sciences
Wisconsin 4-H Foundation
Wisconsin 4-H Horse Association

Location:
UW-River Falls - even numbered years
UW-Oshkosh - odd numbered years

Purpose of the Workshop:
  • To offer educational workshops which include both information and hands on activity ideas for leaders to utilize when teaching youth.
  • To provide a forum for strengthening communications relative to the 4-H Horse and Pony Project.
  • To provide an opportunity for participants to network and share experiences.
Numerous Workshop Topics are Offered throughout the Conference by Invited Instructors
Possible Topics:
  • Using horses to work with physically challenged youth
  • Safety and liability for leaders
  • Introduction to driving
  • Understanding fair classes and premiums
  • Feeds and nutrition
  • General horse health
  • Driving with minis
  • The horse learning lab kits and how to access them
  • Elements of good meetings
  • And many ideas shared by participants
 

Visit the UW Extension Animal Sciences website for more information.

 

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