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Horse Advisory

The San Diego County Horse Advisory Committee is comprised of youth and volunteers with an interest in equine education. The purpose of the committee includes the following:

  • Represent the interests of equine activities and programs throughout the San Diego County
  • Organize and implement the 4-H Equine Educational Contests
  • To increase general equine awareness and educational opportunities
  • Establish direction for county equine programs and identify opportunities for youth interested in the program
  • Develop and maintain a budget for San Diego County equine events, including fundraising plans
  • Gather input on program direction, events, educational opportunities and other matters pertaining to the San Diego County equine program
  • To locate, review, and make recommendations on equine educational materials
  • Seek collaborative opportunities with other groups or organizations as appropriate

Owning a horse is not a requirement to participate in the 4-H Horse Program. Many members lease horses to show, or they may participate in the many other non-horse activities. To find out more about joining a 4-H horse club that is right for you, contact the San Diego County 4-H Office.

Here are some helpful links for horse care;

http://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/CEH/topics.htm

February Reminder Packet 2008

March Packet 2008

 

Horse Advisory Safety Initiative

Review of safety policies and practices

Handling
a)  Tacking and grooming
b)  Feeding
c)  Caring
d)  Conditioning
e)  Leading
f)  Trailer loading
 
Rider and Horse capability
a)  Policy for participation (60 day review)
b)  During shows
c)  Standards for disqualification

Facility
a)  Safety of area (housing, work area, arena)
b)  Facility safety practices

Equipment
a)  Helmets
b)  Boots
c)  Saddle
d)  Bridle
 
 
Development of Leader Training
a)  One day Leader review – “certification”
b)  Hands on skills test for leaders
c)  Resource leader skills review
d)  Teen and Jr. Leader reviews
 
San Diego County 4-H Horse events
·  Safety coordinator “marshal” for every event
·  Parent involvement
·  Safety procedures in case of injury
·  Medical release forms
·  Smaller riders
·  Spooked horses
·  Transportation of members