Event information
Date and time
Location
Minnesota State Fairgrounds
1265 Snelling Ave N.
St. Paul,
MN
55108
Contact
Renee Kostick,
Amy DeGroot,
Minnesota State Fairgrounds
1265 Snelling Ave N.
St. Paul,
MN
55108
Renee Kostick,
Amy DeGroot,
Getting ready for and taking part in the Minnesota 4-H State Horse Show gives 4-H'ers life skills. It's always a great experience for them and their families.
At this show, you will see 4-H'ers of all ages showing their riding skills in Western and English styles, their knowledge of horses, and teamwork.
Learn more about the Minnesota 4-H State Horse Show.
Events organized by location.
5:30 a.m. to end of last class., Open riding
5:30 a.m.- 6:30 a.m., Open riding - watch for changes
7 a.m., begins the following series of events:
Hunt Seat Pleasure, grades 13 to 6
Pony Hunt Seat Pleasure, all grades
Hunt Seat Pleasure Pleasure Type, grades 10+
Hunt Seat Pleasure Pleasure Type, grades 9 and under
Saddle Seat Pleasure, all grades
Saddle Seat Equitation, all grades
Grand Champion Hunt Seat Pleasure class at the conclusion of all Hunt Seat Pleasure classes (class consists of winners of each class of Hunt Seat Pleasure)
10 a.m. approximately, Hunt Seat Equitation, grades 13 to 6
Grand Champion Hunt Seat Equitation class at the conclusion of all Hunt Seat Equitation classes (class consists of winners of each class of Hunt Seat Equitation)
5:30-6:30 a.m., Warm Up - Training horses only
7 a.m., Training Steps 1,2,3,4,5,6 & Achievement Level 6 (split arena event, two levels running simultaneously)
University of Minnesota Extension is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. To request accommodations for persons with disabilities, reach out to the event contact two weeks before the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
This offering is delivered in English. Interpreter services may be available with an advance request.
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