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🐴 Blogger Reminder! 🐴
Your horse wants to know… have you signed up for Skill-A-Thon yet? 👀
Come test your horse knowledge and show off what you know! 🏇
👉 See ZSuites for details and to sign up!
Attention 4-H Horse Project Members!
Please see the attached flyer for information about an upcoming Ranch Riding Clinic open to all Pinal County 4-H Horse Project members! Registration is now open, and space will be limited to ensure an individualized learning environment for all participants.
- Date: November 7, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Check-in and warm-up begin at 8:15 AM)
- Location: Apache Junction Rodeo Grounds, 1590 E. Lost Dutchman Blvd.,
Apache Junction, AZ 85210
Important Information:
- An optional lunch will be provided.
- Practice patterns are available on the registration form.
**If there is high demand, we will look into scheduling an additional clinic in the spring to ensure every member has an opportunity to participate.
Register here OR scan QR code on flyer!
LAST CALL!!! ⏰
Ready to show off your 4-H Horse pride? 👕✨ Our 4-H Horse Swag Order Form is officially OPEN! 🎉
Get your gear before it’s gone:
👕 T-Shirts
🧥 Hoodies
🤩 Zip-Ups
Whether you’re at the barn, at a show, or just out and about, represent your 4-H Horse crew in style! 🐴💚
⏰ LAST CALL TO ORDER:
📅 October 1, 2026
🕗 8:00 PM
Don’t wait until the last minute—get your order in today! 🙌
🐴💚 Order your 4-H Horse swag and let’s show our pride! 💚🐴 ORDER HERE
#4H #4HHorse #4HSwag #HorseKids #4HStrong #BarnLife #ShowYourPride
It’s never too early to start rounding up your sponsors! 🐎✨
If you’re planning to participate in the 4-H Horse Program, don’t forget that Horse Sponsorships are due by November 15, 2026.
📅 DEADLINE: November 15, 2026
Ready to get started? Find the Horse Sponsorship Forms here:
Whether you’re reaching out to a local business, family friend, or your favorite horse-loving supporter, now is the perfect time to ask! 💚🐴
📣 Don’t wait until November 14th to start making those calls! 😉 Get your sponsorships in early and check one more thing off your list!
Thank you to all of the amazing supporters who help make our 4-H Horse Program possible! 🐴❤️
#PinalCounty4H #4HHorse #4HHorseProgram #HorseSponsorship #4HStrong #Support4H #HorseFamilies
Dear 4-H Horse Families,
As we get ready to begin the 4-H horse project year, we want to make sure everyone is aware of an important requirement in our Horse Project Rulebook.
Before the first horse show, each 4-H member will need to have a riding evaluation completed by their Horse Project Leader. These evaluations help determine the appropriate riding division for each member and will be completed during some of the first horse project meetings.
Please take a few minutes to review the following resources before your first riding meetings:
Riding Evaluation Form: Beginner Evaluation Form
Riding Level Guidance: click here
Horse Project Rulebook: LINK TO RULEBOOK
Our riding divisions are:
Beginner
Intermediate
Junior
Senior Advanced
The evaluation applies to the riding divisions in Western, English, and Gymkhana. Please be prepared to talk with your Horse Project Leader about where you feel your child should be placed in each discipline. Your leader will work with you and your 4-H member to determine the appropriate level based on the rider's current skills and experience.
Please review the evaluation form and riding-level guidance before your first few horse project meetings. Leaders will be completing these evaluations during those early meetings, so coming prepared will help make the process go smoothly.
The goal of the evaluation is to make sure each rider is placed in a division that is appropriate for their current ability and provides a safe and positive experience at our horse shows.
Thank you for taking the time to review this information and for helping us get the horse project year off to a great start! If there are any questions please reach out to us via email at pinalcounty4hhorse@gmail.com.
Sincerely,
Pinal County Horse Advisory Committee
Ready to show off your 4-H Horse pride? 👕✨ Our 4-H Horse Swag Order Form is officially OPEN! 🎉
Get your gear before it’s gone:
👕 T-Shirts
🧥 Hoodies
🤩 Zip-Ups
Whether you’re at the barn, at a show, or just out and about, represent your 4-H Horse crew in style! 🐴💚
⏰ LAST CALL TO ORDER:
📅 October 1, 2026
🕗 8:00 PM
Don’t wait until the last minute—get your order in today! 🙌
🐴💚 Order your 4-H Horse swag and let’s show our pride! 💚🐴 ORDER HERE
#4H #4HHorse #4HSwag #HorseKids #4HStrong #BarnLife #ShowYourPride
Attention 4-H Horse Project Members!
Please see the attached flyer for information about an upcoming Ranch Riding Clinic open to all Pinal County 4-H Horse Project members!
📅 Date: November 7, 2026Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Registration opens October 1, 2026, and space will be limited to ensure an individualized learning environment for all participants.
We hope to see you there! 🐎
Ready to show off your 4-H Horse pride? 👕✨ Our 4-H Horse Swag Order Form is officially OPEN! 🎉
Get your gear before it’s gone:
👕 T-Shirts
🧥 Hoodies
🤩 Zip-Ups
Whether you’re at the barn, at a show, or just out and about, represent your 4-H Horse crew in style! 🐴💚
⏰ LAST CALL TO ORDER:
📅 October 1, 2026
🕗 8:00 PM
Don’t wait until the last minute—get your order in today! 🙌
🐴💚 Order your 4-H Horse swag and let’s show our pride! 💚🐴 ORDER HERE
#4H #4HHorse #4HSwag #HorseKids #4HStrong #BarnLife #ShowYourPride
The Pinal County 4-H Horse Advisory Committee will be hosting TWO Horse Skill-a-Thon contests this season! You must be a current Pinal County 4-H member an enrolled in the horse or horseless project of your club.
📚 Put your horse knowledge to the test! Points from both contests will be combined, and the Top 2 in each division will be recognized!
🏅 Divisions:
🐴 Junior - ages 8-10
🐴 Intermediate - ages 11-13
🐴 Senior - ages 14-18
📅 January 30, 2027 – Maricopa
📅 April 3, 2027 – Apache Junction
📝 Registration is OPEN in ZSuites! Registration will close one week prior to each contest, so don’t wait!
🏆 Awards will be presented following the second contest.
Think you know your horse stuff? 🤔🐎
Come test your knowledge, challenge yourself, and see if you can earn the top spot! 🏆
We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉🐴
Hello,
We wanted to remind all clubs that we are looking for a youth rep from each club.
We still are looking for a youth rep from the following clubs:
Maricopa Trailblazers, Maricopa Sidewinders, Coolidge Clovers, and Kearney Koyotes.
If you have a youth interested please have them fill the application out and return to us at pinalcounty4hhorse@gmail.com no later than 09/15/2026. Here is a link to the application.
Thank you!
Think you know your horse stuff? 🤠🐎 Now’s your chance to put that knowledge to the test!
We are excited to announce that we are planning TWO Skill-a-Thon events for the upcoming 4-H season! 🎉
🏆 Here’s how it works:
✨ Compete at both Skill-a-Thon events
✨ Your scores from BOTH events will be combined
✨ Awards will be given to recognize our top knowledge champions! 🥇🥈🥉
So… START STUDYING! 📖🐴
Brush up on your horse knowledge, learn those breeds, colors, anatomy, equipment, nutrition, health, and everything in between!
Whether you are in the Horse Project or Horseless Horse Project, this is a fun way to challenge yourself, learn something new, and show off what you know! 💪🐎
🎯 Set your goal. Start studying. Improve your horse knowledge. And maybe take home an award!
More details and dates coming soon. Stay tuned! 👀
Let’s see who will become our Skill-a-Thon Horse Knowledge Champions! 🏆🐴
Dear Pinal County 4-H Horse Families,
This is a friendly reminder that our Annual Pinal County 4-H Horse Advisory Committee Meeting will be held on:
Saturday, August 15
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: 4-H Office
This meeting is an important opportunity to help shape the future of the Pinal County 4-H Horse Program, and we encourage all current 4-H horse families to attend.
We are currently seeking Certified 4-H Volunteers who are interested in serving on the Horse Advisory Committee Board. All board positions are open, and each position carries a one-year term. If you are passionate about supporting our youth and helping grow the horse program, we would love to have you consider placing your name on the ballot.
The Advisory Committee plays a vital role in:
If you have connections to arena facilities, judges, clinicians, sponsors, or other equine resources, your experience and relationships could make a tremendous impact on our program.
To help us plan for lunch, please RSVP no later than July 31 if you plan to attend.
RSVP Here:
[RSVP Link]
We hope you'll join us and consider becoming part of the team that helps make our Pinal County 4-H Horse Program successful. Your ideas, talents, and support are what keep our program growing and thriving for our youth.
Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you on August 15!
Sincerely,
Pinal County 4-H Horse Advisory Committee
This will be the last reminder sent out about submiting your suggestions for changes to the rulebook. The suggestions will all be formatted into a document and be voted on by the new board at the fall meeting.
Dear 4-H Horse Families,
The Horse Advisory Committee (HAC) is currently accepting suggestions, edits, and proposed changes to the county horse rulebook. We encourage all families to take the time to carefully review the current rulebook and provide any feedback or recommendations you may have. Here is a link to the current county rulebook. Here is a link to the State Rulebook just for reference since we cannot change these rules.
Please keep in mind that many of our county rules align directly with the State 4-H Horse Rulebook, and those rules cannot be changed at the county level. However, there are several county-specific rules and procedures that may be reviewed and updated as needed.
We ask that all suggested changes be submitted to the HAC by July 15th. After that date, all submitted recommendations will be compiled into a formal document to be reviewed, discussed, and voted upon at the annual HAC meeting on August 15th by the newly elected Horse Advisory Board Committee. You may email your suggestions to pinalcounty4hhorse@gmail.com.
Thank you for taking an active role in helping us continue to improve and strengthen our county horse program. We appreciate your support and involvement.
Best regards,
Pinal County 4-H Horse Advisory Committee
Are you passionate about supporting our county 4-H horse program and helping create great opportunities for youth? We are currently looking for Certified Leaders interested in serving on the Horse Advisory Committee!
Committee members help with:
✨ Organizing horse shows
✨ Coordinating and securing judges
✨ Planning educational clinics and events
✨ Connecting with sponsors and community supporters
✨ Assisting with awards and member recognition
This is a wonderful opportunity to share your experience, build leadership skills, and help shape an exciting and successful year for our horse program and members. Your ideas, involvement, and support truly make a difference!
If you are interested in serving or would like more information, we would love to hear from you.
🤠🐎 Interested? Fill out the interest form here: Link Here The deadline to apply is by August 1, 2026.
We need a total of six people to be on the board to be able to make this happen for the kids! Please apply today!
We need YOU to help represent our youth members by serving as a Youth Representative on the Horse Advisory Board! 🤠💚
This is your chance to:
✨ Share ideas and help make decisions for the horse program
✨ Build leadership and teamwork skills
✨ Help volunteer at horse shows, clinics, and events
✨ Be a voice for youth in our county horse program
✨ Meet and work alongside other passionate horse members
📅 Position Details:
✔ One-year term
✔ Must attend the Fall Meeting in person
✔ Participate in monthly Zoom meetings
✔ Be willing to volunteer and help throughout the year
If you love the horse program and want to get more involved, we would love to have you apply!
📋 Application Link: Link Here
📧 Email completed applications to: pinalcounty4hhorse@gmail.com
⏰ Applications are due by July 15th!
Step up, get involved, and help make this an amazing year for our 4-H horse community! 🐎💚
** 2nd Reminder - To date we have not received any request. This is the time to submit your suggestions that will be voted on at the annual fall meeting. **
Dear 4-H Horse Families,
The Horse Advisory Committee (HAC) is currently accepting suggestions, edits, and proposed changes to the county horse rulebook. We encourage all families to take the time to carefully review the current rulebook and provide any feedback or recommendations you may have. Here is a link to the current county rulebook. Here is a link to the State Rulebook just for reference since we cannot change these rules.
Please keep in mind that many of our county rules align directly with the State 4-H Horse Rulebook, and those rules cannot be changed at the county level. However, there are several county-specific rules and procedures that may be reviewed and updated as needed.
We ask that all suggested changes be submitted to the HAC by July 15th. After that date, all submitted recommendations will be compiled into a formal document to be reviewed, discussed, and voted upon at the annual HAC meeting on August 15th by the newly elected Horse Advisory Board Committee. You may email your suggestions to pinalcounty4hhorse@gmail.com.
Thank you for taking an active role in helping us continue to improve and strengthen our county horse program. We appreciate your support and involvement.
Best regards,
Pinal County 4-H Horse Advisory Committee
Are you passionate about supporting our county 4-H horse program and helping create great opportunities for youth? We are currently looking for Certified Leaders interested in serving on the Horse Advisory Committee!
Committee members help with:
✨ Organizing horse shows
✨ Coordinating and securing judges
✨ Planning educational clinics and events
✨ Connecting with sponsors and community supporters
✨ Assisting with awards and member recognition
This is a wonderful opportunity to share your experience, build leadership skills, and help shape an exciting and successful year for our horse program and members. Your ideas, involvement, and support truly make a difference!
If you are interested in serving or would like more information, we would love to hear from you.
🤠🐎 Interested? Fill out the interest form here: Link Here The deadline to apply is by August 1, 2026.
The new 4-H year is getting ready to kick off in the arena! Mark your calendars for November 21st — our 1st Pointed Horse Show of the season! 🎉
📍 The show will be held at the AJ Rodeo Event Center
Whether you’re a returning show family or getting ready for your very first pointed show, we are excited to start another great year filled with learning, teamwork, horsemanship, and fun with our 4-H horse community.
Now is the perfect time to:
🐎 Start setting your goals
🧹 Dust off the tack
💚 Get those horses legged up
📋 Double-check show clothes and equipment
We have lots more details coming soon, including show information, classes, schedules, and volunteer opportunities — so stay tuned!
We can’t wait to see everyone back in the show ring for another amazing season! 🏆💚
Dear 4-H Horse Families,
The Horse Advisory Committee (HAC) is currently accepting suggestions, edits, and proposed changes to the county horse rulebook. We encourage all families to take the time to carefully review the current rulebook and provide any feedback or recommendations you may have. Here is a link to the current county rulebook. Here is a link to the State Rulebook just for reference since we cannot change these rules.
Please keep in mind that many of our county rules align directly with the State 4-H Horse Rulebook, and those rules cannot be changed at the county level. However, there are several county-specific rules and procedures that may be reviewed and updated as needed.
We ask that all suggested changes be submitted to the HAC by July 15th. After that date, all submitted recommendations will be compiled into a formal document to be reviewed, discussed, and voted upon at the annual HAC meeting on August 15th by the newly elected Horse Advisory Board Committee. You may email your suggestions to pinalcounty4hhorse@gmail.com.
Thank you for taking an active role in helping us continue to improve and strengthen our county horse program. We appreciate your support and involvement.
Best regards,
Pinal County 4-H Horse Advisory Committee
Reminder that horse members who are qualifying for the AZ State 4-H Horse show are required to submit a record book.
Qualifiers will be announced at the awards banquet on April 25th and then followed up with a email reminder.
If you have questions feel free to email us at pinalcounty4hhorse@gmail.com
Thanks!
We’re on the lookout for Certified Leaders to be elected to serve on the Horse Advisory Committee!
Do you have what it takes to:
✨ Help organize horse shows?
✨ Find and coordinate judges?
✨ Plan educational clinics for our county horse members?
✨ Connect with sponsors?
✨ Assist with awards and recognition?
If you’re passionate about supporting youth in the horse program and want to make a positive impact, we’d LOVE to have you step up!
This is a great opportunity to share your knowledge, grow leadership skills, and help shape an exciting year for our horse community.
Interested or want more details? Reach out and let us know — we can’t wait to work with you!
Interested? Fill out this link and let us know! Link Here 🤠🐎
Hello Horse Members,
The horse show this coming Saturday, March 28th, 2026 at P&M Arena has been moved to an earlier time of 7am check in and 8am start time. Please bring water, shade and essentials to cope with the high temps. Hope to see you all there!
Pinal County Horse Advisory Committee
This was shared with us via Facebook from Phil Fedor

Attention all 4Hers
Thank you to everyone who has signed up for the March 28th Horse Show! We’re excited to see you all there for a great day of riding and fun.
The Horse Advisory Committee will be providing lunch (pizza) for all participants and volunteers. 🍕
With temperatures expected to be high that day, please make sure to come prepared. We recommend bringing:
Plenty of water and drinks to stay hydrated
Shade, such as pop-up tents
Sunscreen, and anything else you may need to stay cool throughout the day
If you have not selected your volunteer position yet, now is the time to do so. These events run smoothly thanks to everyone pitching in. Please remember that volunteering is required in order to be eligible for year-end awards, so be sure to sign up for a spot. Volunteer Here
We’re looking forward to a fantastic show and appreciate everyone helping make it a great event. See you on March 28th! 🐎
Time is ticking! There is only one week left to register for the final "pointed" horse show of the season on March 28th. Don’t miss your chance to end the season in the arena with your fellow horse members and show off all the hard work you and your horse have put in.
It’s the perfect opportunity to gain experience, have fun, and finish the season strong!
📅 Final Horse Show: March 28
📝 Registration closes in one week!
Make sure to get your registration in before time runs out. We can’t wait to see everyone there! 🐎✨
The countdown is on! Don’t forget to get registered for the final "pointed" horse show of the season happening on March 28th. This will be a great way to wrap up the season, show off all the hard work you and your horse have put in, and enjoy a fun day with fellow horse families.
Whether you’re aiming for ribbons, points, or just a great experience in the arena, we hope to see everyone there!
📅 Final Horse Show: March 28th
✅ Be sure to get your registration in before it’s too late! Deadline to register by is March 22nd at 5pm!
Saddle up, finish the season strong, and we’ll see you at the show! 🐎✨
🎉🐴 You’re Invited! 🐴🎉
Final "Pointed" Show for the Pinal County 4-H Horse Program!
📅 Saturday, March 28th
📍 P&M Arena - 11404 E. Brown Road, Mesa, AZ
Show Order: Gymkhana, English, Western
Check in 8:30am, morning meeting 8:45am, Show starts at 9am
Whether you’re showing, cheering, or helping out behind the scenes – this event is all about community, horses, and 4-H fun!
✨ Horse Riders: Get your entries in before the deadline! Patterns are on the entry form so be sure to download!
🔗 Register for the Horse Show Here
🙌 Volunteers: We can’t do it without you! Lend a hand in the arena!
🔗 Sign Up to Volunteer Here
⏰ Important Deadline: All registration and volunteer sign-ups are due by: Sunday, March 22nd at 5 PM.
Come ready for a day of teamwork, learning, and great memories with our 4-H horse community. We can’t wait to see you and your horses at the show! 🐎💚
Pinal County 4- Horse Advisory Committee
Hello,
Thanks to all of our parents who helped at today's show. We can't host these events without you!
The weather was perfect today and it was a simple and fun day!
We have updated the annual points on our annual points tab on the blog. As always please look at them to help make sure we have not missed anything.
Sorting scores will be posted soon as we are having a third set of eyes make sure we have tallied scores properly.
We look forward to seeing you all at the final show March 28th at P&M Arena. Show registration will be opening soon. That show will offer Gymkhana, English, and a few Western classes.
If you have any questions please reach out to us at pinalcounty4hhorse@gmail.com
Thanks,
Pinal County Horse Advisory Committee
The Horse Advisory Committee will be seeking new members to join the board this August!
We will have all positions open, including: (one year term)
President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Member at Large
To be eligible for a board position, you must be a Certified Leader.
If you’re passionate about supporting the horse program and helping guide its future, we encourage you to consider serving on the board. Link to application
If you need more information feel free to email us at pinalcounty4hhorse@gmail.com
📅 Stay tuned for more details on how to get on the ballot coming in late summer.
Pinal County 4-H HAC
Officer Roles and Responsibilities
President
Coordinate & facilitate events and meetings, communicate policy & process changes for Horse Project
Horse Show Event Tasks - class listings, program, sponsors, patterns, judges
Voting Member on policies and Horse Project activities
Create and distribute judges show and rule packet
Coordinator for Horse skill-a-thon
Project newsletters and communications county wide
Update website with announcements, horse show results
Coordinate county members for State Fair qualification
Vice President
Coordinate horse show facilities with President
Find Judges/Cattle (maintain judges docs on Dropbox)
Voting Member on policies and Horse Project activities
Ensure horse show ribbons/awards are available
Audit horse show results spreadsheet and maintain annual points (electronic copy maintained @ every event)
Secretary
Take meeting minutes - link on website and send notification to Maria they are available
Update event schedule on website (roll older stuff to bottom)
Send meeting notification form to extension office
Create and distribute agenda for HAC meetings
Keep up to date member listing from extension office - required prior to horse shows
Update pattern book and send show patterns to President prior to show
Ensures sponsorship tax eligible letters go out from the office by Jan 31
Voting Member on policies and Horse Project activities
Treasurer
Keep an up to date electronic ledger of account balance and all debit/credits
Create a budget for the year - year end award and horse show estimates
Provide horse show event reports at each meeting- how much received/expenses, etc.
Reconcile HAC ledger with extension office Ledger
Withdraw/deposit funds with Extension Office
Responsible for paying for purchase orders, etc. (Ribbons, Buckles, Awards, Horse Show Expenses)
Voting Member on policies and Horse Project activities
Member at Large
Voting member
Knowledge source
Responsible for volunteer sign up and tracking for each show
Responsible for managing and posting for social media accounts
Securing sponsorships (both members at large sponsorship committee)
Coordinate equipment to shows