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4-H clover Minnesota 4-H State Horse Show

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.

Schedule for the day

Events organized by location.

Bubble arena next to Coliseum - watch for changes

5:30 a.m. to end of last class., Open riding

Coliseum

  • 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)

Compeer

  • 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)

Accommodations

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.

Language

This offering is delivered in English. Interpreter services may be available with an advance request.

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