Description:
The program is designed to train 4-H and open show judges, applicants for the Pennsylvania 4-H judges list, show managers, show committees, judging team coaches and members of horse judging teams. Judges are required to obtain continuing education to remain on the Pennsylvania 4-H judges list. The school will fulfill this continuing education requirement for 4-H judges. Volunteers and educators involved with local, regional or district shows should be aware of information presented at the school. Show officials are encouraged to attend the show management sessions to obtain current information for planning and conducting 4-H or open shows. Judging team members and coaches will be provided with current resources and judging techniques to help prepare for youth judging competitions including 4-H, FFA, and various breed contests. Featured clinicians are: Dr. Bob Mowrey, North Carolina State University and American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) judge; Ms. Andrea Wells, Chair, Equestrian Studies, Savannah College of Art and Design and USEF “R” judge; and Ms. Wendy Gruskiewicz, USEF “R” and AMHA judge Registration forms and program details are enclosed. The forms are also available on the Penn State Horse Program website at: www.das.psu.edu - click on 4-H programs, then horse and events. New requirements for judges and timeline for meeting requirements are attached and will be posted on the website. For more information contact Andrea Graeff at agraeff@psu.edu or 814-863-3957