Project Development Committee (PDC)
The Horse Project Development Committee (PDC) is dedicated to overseeing and guiding the development of projects that align with our MN 4-H vision. This includes addressing the needs of all committees, ensuring that all project members meet requirements for showing at the Carver County Fair, and participating in 4-H horse programing at large. It also includes managing key factors such as cost, fundraising, and fair considerations.
The committee plays a vital role in fostering collaboration among project members and volunteers to ensure a seamless and enriching experience for all involved. The Horse Project Development Committee strives to uphold 4-H values to promote skill development, leadership, and community engagement. Through careful planning and dedication, the committee supports its members in achieving their goals and contributing to our success.
PDC-2026
- Co-Chairs - Jean Schlosser and Lindsay Schmidt
- Treasurer - Amy Burkhart
PDC Meetings
Horse Project Meeting
November 2, 2025 11.02.2025 Meeting
January 22, 2026 - January 2026:Meeting Agenda/Minutes
February 24, 2026 - FEBRUARY 2026
March 22, 2026 - Kick Off Meeting 2026
April 21, 2026 Link https://meet.google.com/jux-imtz-hth 6 p.m. - Meeting Agenda and Minutes
May 17, 2026 - 6 p.m. at the fairgrounds, horse project meeting and bleacher/ arena clean-up. Meeting Agenda and Minutes
June 9 or 23, 2026 - Horse Ethics Training. Sign up
June 18, 2026 - All about the fair, horse project meeting, 6:00 p.m. at the fairgrounds. All horse project members need to attend.
Horse ID - Due May 15, 2026
- 4-H animal ID
- Cloverbud ID information does not need to be included in 4-H Online. Cloverbuds may show their own animal or another 4-H’er's identified animal.
Game Clinic
Clinician: Sue Ahlgren
2026 Dates: May 27, June 3, June 17 and June 24
Location: Carver County Fairgrounds, West Arena, Waconia
Registration is open in 4Honline.
Pleasure Clinic
Clinician: Ann Goebel and Hanna Hartman
2026 Dates: July 8, July 15, July 22 & July 29
Location: Carver County Fairgrounds, West Arena, Waconia
Registration is open in 4Honline.
Level 1 Beginner Focus 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Level 2 Advanced 7:30-9:00 p.m.
REGISTER in 4HOnline for the Carver County Horse Clinics. Event registration guide.
Send $30 per family per clinic.
Send to the Carver County 4-H office
11360 Hwy 212 W, Ste 4, Cologne, MN 55322
Include the (4-H members name and horse project program activity category (i.e. “clinic” or “dues”) in the memo line. in the memo & clinic type)
Resources
- Cloverbud (4-H members in grades K-2) information sheet
- 2026 Intent to stall request - all members showing at the fair must complete by July 15, 2026
- 2026 Overnight Horse Trailer Request - during the fair - coming soon
- 2026 Carver County 4-H Horse Project Timeline - inside handbook below.
- Carver County 4-H Horse Handbook 2026 5.26.2026
- Carver County Horse Safety Handout
- MN State 4-H Horse Rule Book
- Minnesota 4-H Horse Member Achievement Book
4-H Ranch Pleasure classes vs Western Pleasure classes