The document provides information about the 58th Annual Yakima County 4-H Equine Training School to be held from June 25-28, 2015 at the State Fair Park in Yakima, Washington. It includes the schedule of events, costs, requirements for participants, expectations and goals for the different riding levels, a list of items participants should bring, and information for adult participants. The training school aims to provide equine education and skills development for youth through a series of riding classes over the course of the event.

1. Fifty-Eighth Annual
Yakima County 4-H Equine Training School
State Fair Park
Yakima, Washington
June 25-28 2015
APPROXIMATE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
THURSDAY, JUNE 25
• 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM Stabling of Horses & Mandatory Tack Check in Durand Arena.
• 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM Office open to pick up packets and answer any questions.
FRIDAY, JUNE 26
• 7:00 AM Orientation (mandatory for all) and PRIZE DRAWING.
• 7:30 AM Start of Classes
• 4:30 PM Adult classes.
• 7:00 PM Potluck Dinner.
SATURDAY, JUNE 27
• 7:30 AM Start of Classes.
• 4:30 PM Adult classes.
• 7:00 PM Demonstrations at the main arena. All are encouraged to attend.
SUNDAY, JUNE 28
• 7:30 AM Start of Classes.
• 2:30 PM Adult classes.
• 4:00 PM Advance Classes.
• 2:30 PM to ? PM Haul Out.
This schedule may vary depending on a whole bunch of things, but a class schedule will be given to
each participant before start of classes.
SILENT AUCTION: Training school is funded by, among other things, a silent auction concluding on Sunday
afternoon 15 minutes before lunch is over. We request that all clubs bring article(s) for this auction so that we can
continue this event in the years to come. Any items for the silent auction may be dropped off at the office any
time before noon on Saturday. There will also be a tack sale that is run in conjunction with the silent auction.
Training school will keep 10% of the proceeds from items sold.
ENTRANT: Members must be enrolled in Horsemanship in Action Project. 4-H GROUND RULES WILL BE
ENFORCED. Copies of rules are available upon request at the Yakima County Courthouse and in the Training
School Office. To enroll in the Training School, a 4-H member must fill out the attached entry form completely.
State Rule state that the rider must be 8 years old or in 3rd grade on January 1st
, 2015.
COSTS: The registration fee is one hundred five dollars ($105) for the first horse and rider and seventy five
dollars ($75) for each additional horse and rider from a family (includes adult). Observers are welcome and free.
One horse per rider only.
ENTRY: The completed entry form with entry fee must be turned into to your club leader for review and
must be signed by your club leader in order for the entry to be processed. The entry will not be accepted
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2. without the leader’s signature. Any entries received after June will be placed on a waiting list as there is an entry
limit of about 100. The first bale of straw bedding for each horse will be provided and extra straw will be sold on
location. Storage stalls will be given from any unused stalls available. One storage stall per club of 5 or less,
additional storage stalls will be $10 each. Please note that payment must be received with the entry and that no
phone-in entries can be accepted.
REFUND: Refunds will be processed by written request until the stall is used. Any refunds requested before June
18, 2015 will have a $5 filing fee deducted and any request for refunds after this date will be denied unless
petitioned in front of the Yakima County Horse Council. Refunds will be mailed two weeks after the end of
Training School. Packets will be available at the main office after 4:00 PM Thursday, June 25th. A parent or
responsible adult must always be on duty in each barn. This duty can be shared by groups within the barn.
HAUL-IN:
• Thursday is haul-in day from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
• All horses must always have a person on the grounds in charge of them. Horses cannot be left un-
attended if they are not in their stall.
• All stalls that are in use must have stall cards on them; they are available in the office and free so
USE THEM!
• Horses are not allowed on the grass unless in a class.
• Haul-in will be through Gate 11 by YV-Tech off 18th
Street
• Horse trailer parking will be in the In-Field. Trailers parked elsewhere may be towed without notice if
they are in the way.
• The In-Field can be accessed behind the barns and through the Tunnel under the Race Track.
• Please get unloaded and move your trailers as quickly as possible so that you don’t create a traffic
jam. Also, STAY OUT OF THE FIRE LANES (look for the signs) ESPECIALLY BETWEEN
BARN C AND D.
CAMPING:
• Camping is provided by the fairgrounds for the event participants, volunteers, trainers and their
immediate families ONLY.
• Both because this is a 4-H event and because of the rules laid down by the fairgrounds, no alcohol is
allowed. Any campers or their guests who are found with alcohol or under the influence of alcohol will
be asked to leave immediately along with the event participants and no refunds will be given.
• All camp sites must have an adult present.
• Members camping may leave with parental guidance only and must be back on the grounds by 10:00 PM
• All fairground gates close at 10:00 PM and re-open at 6:00 AM.
• Campsites can be rented from the State Fair Park. The campground fees are separate from your Training
School entry fees and no part of the camping fees goes to support Training School.
• Campsite fees will be collected by the State Fair Park Representatives. For current fees call (509) 248-
7160. Mention that you are with the event.
• Don’t try to camp in areas that aren’t meant for camping. You will have to move. Ask event management
if you have any questions.
TACK CHECK: After unloading but before 9:00 P.M., all attending horses/riders (adults too) must be presented
for a safety tack check that will include mounting the horse, so riding attire and equipment must be worn.
ATTENDANCE: Attendance will not be taken at the classes - this is like college, you can’t learn if you don’t
show up. Class changes will be announced about 10-15 minutes before each class. This is a classroom
environment, there is no individual one on one instruction.
HERDSMANSHIP: Mucking out, feeding, watering, sweeping and all that other fun stuff will be performed for
the benefit of animals and experience of participants. An evaluator will keep all apprised of their progress as
they are performing their duties, just like at the fairs. This will be done at random whenever we want so keep
them clean during the day. All stalls that are in use must have stall cards on them, they are available in the
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3. office and free so USE THEM! If you prefer to use shavings, you must provide your own bedding and be
respectful of the requirement to haul it out separately from straw. Storage stalls will be given from any unused
stalls available. One storage stall per club/individuals up to 5 horses, additional storage stalls will be $10 each.
ATTIRE: Keep your show clothes at home. Long pants or breeches, boots with a heel and a comfortable shirt are
the order of the day. No bikini tops, tube tops, belly shirts and/or shorts (or capris) will be worn when working
with or around horses. Boots meant for riding must be worn whenever you’re around the horses. NO OPEN
TOED SHOES IN THE BARN AREA FOR ANYONE.
All youth riders are required by state 4-H rules to wear an approved (ASTM
and SEI) safety helmet in any mounted instances.
HORSES: These are the ground rules: No riding in a halter. No trading horses. No riding double. Ride only in an
arena. If it appears to be unsafe – don’t do it. If a horse is determined by the trainers to be a hazard for any reason
the participant will be asked to leave. Per an injured animal, a new horse can be substituted. One last thing, only
participants or the event trainers are to ride the horses.
ADVANCED CLASSES: Sunday starting at about 4:00 the arena(s) will be opened for advanced classes to last
about 1 to 1 ½ hours. The cost will be $10 per rider at the gate and this money goes directly to the trainers, please
do not include this with your entry fee. Classes will be divided among qualified trainers depending upon interest.
A sign up sheet will be posted. Let us know what kind of classes you might be interested in. Adults are welcome
to share riding with the youth in these classes.
HAUL OUT: Please clean your stalls. Clubs who do not leave ALL the stalls, including the tack rooms that are
assigned to them clean will be assessed a $25 cleaning fee per dirty stall payable to Training School and the
participants or anyone else from the club will not be able to come back until this fee is paid. Please see a member
of the Training School staff to get your stall card signed showing you really did clean your stall.
HORSELESS HORSE: Cost is $15. Classes on Saturday and Sunday only but you are welcome to come on
Friday and watch classes and join us for the potluck. Young members who need supervision will need an adult
family member with them at all times.
COULDN’T FIGURE WHERE ELSE IT GOES: Skateboards, skates, bicycles, etc, are allowed in the
camping area only. We will be happy to store skateboards, skates and bicycles in the office until Sunday
afternoon if this rule is ignored. No horses in the camping area. No water fights in the barns or in the
bathrooms. When parking remember that if you park where horses are liable to walk they can put a nasty dent in
a quarter panel. If your horse becomes unusable, you may swap out for another at any time, just let the office
know. When paying, make the Check or Money Order out to 4-H Training School. Again, we do not collect the
money for camping and the optional activities on Sunday are paid to the trainers at the gate.
LEADERS: After the youth members have turned their entry forms to you, please send them to:
Kimberly Lansing
Yakima County 4-H Equine Training School
831 N Forsell Rd
Grandview, WA 98930
Other Contacts:
Kimberly Lansing (509)539-0247 ms.berly@yahoo.com
Christopher Kelley (509) 452-9877 ckelley@treetop.com
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4. Expectations of and training goals for the 4 levels: The following descriptions represent the
minimum training expectations for each level... In order for a rider/horse combination to be in any
of the upper three levels they must demonstrate mastery of the previous level.
Demonstrate mastery means that the horse/rider must be able to perform properly nine out of ten
times. It also means that the horse/rider combination can complete all but one of the tasks (let us
know which one is not doable and it will be worked on).
Properly means that when told, the horse/rider can immediately perform the task.
Level 1 (Recommended for first year riders)
• Mount and dismount a saddled horse (handler allowed).
• Hold the reins correctly at a halt.
• Shorten/lengthen reins at a halt and walk.
• Ride at walk and jog/trot with control keeping horse to the rail.
• Simple change of direction at walk and jog/trot.
• Perform gradual transitions from walk to jog/trot, jog/trot to walk, and walk to halt.
• Back straight 3 steps.
• Serpentine through cones at a walk.
Level 2
• All level 1 skills.
• Mount and dismount a saddled horse alone (no handler).
• Shorten/lengthen reins at a jog/trot.
• Simple turns and large circles at a walk and jog/trot.
• Drop and pickup stirrups/irons at a jog/trot (no hands).
• Proper seat for jog/trot (diagonals for English).
• Canter/lope both directions with proper lead.
• Two point for extended jog or starting the jumping position.
• Walk and jog/trot over a ground pole.
• Back 5 steps, stop, into a jog/trot.
• Transition smoothly from walk to lope/canter to walk, jog/trot to lope canter to jog/trot.
• Serpentine through cones at a jog/trot.
Level 3
• All level 1 and level 2 skills.
• Properly adjust stirrups/irons and girth/cinch (mounted for English).
• Drop and pickup stirrups/irons at a jog/trot.
• Collected jog/trot to extended jog/trot to collected jog/trot.
• Perform simple lead change at a specified spot.
• Ride with collection.
• Stop squarely and remain quiet for 5 seconds in a specified spot.
• Ride without stirrups/irons at all gates.
• Walk and jog/trot over multiple ground poles.
• Perform a simple serpentine pattern at a walk, jog/trot, lope/canter.
• Turn on haunches, turn on forehand, sidepass.
Level 4
• All level 1, level 2, and level 3 skills.
• Mount and dismount from both sides.
• Shoulder in, haunches in, leg yield.
• Flying lead change at a specified spot.
• Controlled hand gallop.
• Halt to lope/canter to halt immediate.
• Counter canter.
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5. • Backing through an “L”, back in a circle.
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6. STUFF TO BRING
YAKIMA COUNTY 4-H EQUINE TRAINING SCHOOL
For riding English/Hunt.
• Saddle
• Girth
• Pad
• Spurs/Nubs
• Riding crop
• Boots/Paddock shoes (BOOTS MUST MEET STATE 4-H CRITERIA)
• Breeches/Jodhpurs
• English bridle with snaffle bit and braided reins
• Approved (ASTM and SEI) Safety Helmet
• Breast hitch/breast collar if you usually use one
For riding Western.
• Saddle
• Cinch
• Pad
• Spurs
• Bridle with bit you normally use and a snaffle bit (if possible)
• Approved (ASTM and SEI) Safety Helmet
• Boots (BOOTS MUST MEET STATE 4-H CRITERIA)
• Pants
• Breast collar, if you usually use one
• Juniors will ride with a curb bit (May bring a snaffle).
For all riders.
• Snaffle bits may not be twisted wire, or have a shank. (OK= D-ring etc.). Not a
requirement, but a good idea.
• 1 hard brush, 1 soft brush, 1 soft rubber curry comb, 1 hoof pick, 1 mane and tail comb,
1 sponge, 1 bucket for bathing, 1 sweat scraper
• 1 halter in good condition (not a rope halter), suggest a leather lead with chain (used for
fitting and showing).
• 1 poop picking up device, 1 poop hauling device (could share with others in club)
• 1 push broom.
• At least 1 water bucket with an “S” hook and rope/chain to put up, 1 hay net or bag.
• Salt block and holder.
• Sufficient hay and feed for 3 days of hard work. We will have extra straw on hand but
not hay as everybody does it different.
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7. ADULT PAGE
YAKIMA COUNTY 4-H EQUINE TRAINING SCHOOL
Horse Sharing
• Not allowed. The animals will need rest from the youth use.
Helmets
• English riding – required.
• Western riding – required.
Other attire
• Follow the youth instructions.
Equipment
• Follow the youth instructions.
Timing
• Adult riding classes will be one hour each day at the conclusion of youth classes.
• Other classes (judging, etc.) will be throughout the day.
• You will receive a class schedule per the youth.
Cleanup / Cleaning
• You will be expected to keep your area / stall clean just like the youth. Make sure you
clean your stall before you leave, just like the youth.
Disagreement With Trainers
• You are allowed to disagree with the trainers, but you must keep it civil. Remember, the
youth will be watching (and perhaps, laughing), set a good example.
Last, But Not Least, for adult classes
• You must be enrolled as a 4H leader (could be a project leader, need not be a club
leader) to be covered by the insurance. This is a absolute requirement.
• Have fun. The youth do, why should they have it all?
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8. ENTRY BLANK
PLEASE RETURN THIS PAGE WITH YOUR ENTRY FEE
YAKIMA COUNTY 4-H EQUINE TRAINING SCHOOL
JUNE 25 – 28, 2015
Name (PRINT) _______________________________________ Phone #___________________
Address ________________________________________ Grade in School as of Jan. 2015 ____
City _______________________________County ______________State ___Zip ___________
EMail Address_________________________________________________________________
Club______________________________ Leader’s Name_______________________________
Leader's Signature____________________________ Leader's Phone #____________________
REMEMBER THAT CLUB LEADER MUST SIGN FOR THE ENTRY TO BE PROCESSED.
Amount Paid**
$_________________($105.00 for the first rider, $75.00 for each additional rider
from the same family. See paragraph under costs on Page 1)
**
A late fee of $10 must be added if entry is postmarked after June 18th.
Place a 1 in front of your first choice and a 2 in front of your second choice. Training will
be in one seat only.
___ English Level 1 ___ Western Level 1 ___Gaming Technique
___ English Level 2 ___ Western Level 2 ___Working Ranch Horse
___ English Level 3 ___ Western Level 3
___ Western Level 4
Levels 3 & 4 training in English will include patterns.
Levels 3 & 4 training in Western will include patterns.
____ Horseless Horse
____ Adult Entry
Note: You will receive your first choice –or- second choice on a first
come, first served basis. Please choose carefully as moving between
groups will be limited and only at the request of a Training School
Trainer. We will try to limit classes to about ten riders except for
Level 1.
PLEASE RETURN THIS PAGE WITH YOUR ENTRY FEE
*
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9. EMERGENCY INFORMATION
YAKIMA COUNTY 4-H EQUINE TRAINING SCHOOL
JUNE 25 – 28, 2015
In case of emergency, list name & phone number of:
Parent or Guardian_______________________________________ Phone_________________
Friend or Relative________________________________________ Phone_________________
Family Physician_________________________________________ Phone_________________
If member is staying overnight, the signature of the person (over age of 21) responsible for them
and will be staying with them.
Name of Overnight Guardian ___________________________________________Initials_____
I hereby consent to the entry of my child in the Yakima
County 4-H Equine Training School. We/I will not hold the
Yakima County 4-H Horse Council members, Instructors or
State Fair Park responsible for any injury or accident to horse,
rider, observer, or equipment. I sign this of my own free will,
and I am subject to the rules and regulations for 4-H
Horsemanship in Action Project.
Signature of Parent ______________________________________________________________
I agree to follow all the rules and regulations set forth by 4-H
Horsemanship in Action Project, and the ground rules posted
by the Yakima County 4-H Equine Training School.
Signature of Member ____________________________________________________________
For Training
School Office
Use Only Date Received Fee Received Entry Number Barn Number
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10. EMERGENCY INFORMATION
YAKIMA COUNTY 4-H EQUINE TRAINING SCHOOL
JUNE 25 – 28, 2015
In case of emergency, list name & phone number of:
Parent or Guardian_______________________________________ Phone_________________
Friend or Relative________________________________________ Phone_________________
Family Physician_________________________________________ Phone_________________
If member is staying overnight, the signature of the person (over age of 21) responsible for them
and will be staying with them.
Name of Overnight Guardian ___________________________________________Initials_____
I hereby consent to the entry of my child in the Yakima
County 4-H Equine Training School. We/I will not hold the
Yakima County 4-H Horse Council members, Instructors or
State Fair Park responsible for any injury or accident to horse,
rider, observer, or equipment. I sign this of my own free will,
and I am subject to the rules and regulations for 4-H
Horsemanship in Action Project.
Signature of Parent ______________________________________________________________
I agree to follow all the rules and regulations set forth by 4-H
Horsemanship in Action Project, and the ground rules posted
by the Yakima County 4-H Equine Training School.
Signature of Member ____________________________________________________________
For Training
School Office
Use Only Date Received Fee Received Entry Number Barn Number
Page 9 This Form Is To Be Returned