Horse Project

4-H youth may complete horse projects whether or not they own a horse. Members learn and present about breeds of horses, horse health, nutrition and grooming, breeding and genetics, and the financial side of showing horses. 

Horse Activities

The Cecil Horse Program offers many educational and fun activities including Horsemanship Standards training and testing, Horse Judging, Hippology, Horse Bowl, Horse Hoopla Camp, and Horse Fun Day.  In addition, members can participate in Maryland State 4-H events including Horse Jamboree, Horse Art Contest, and Horse Communication Contest. Check out the University of Maryland Extension site for more details.

Horse Shows

The Cecil County 4-H Horse Program hosts horse shows in many disciplines including Dressage, Hunter, Jumper, and Western.  Located at Fair Hill, the Breeder's Fair and Cecil County Fair Horse Shows offer divisions to challenge equestrians at every level. Refer to the Horse and Pony Rule Book for details.