NC 4-H Horse Program

2026 Eligibility Card Instructions

NC 4-H Horse Program Rules and Regulations Manual

Visit the link above for the most updated information regarding the regional qualifying horse shows.

Person holding "Champion Communications Contest" plaque and blue ribbon "North Carolina State 4‑H"

Bryleigh Colbert, a successful Horse Program participant from Nash County. Bryleigh competed in Horse Public Speaking, Hippology, Horse Judging and so many other programs. She is a graduate of Southern Nash High School - Class of 2025

NC 4-H Horse Program Opportunities

Here's a perfect program if your child loves horses, would like to learn more about them and be in a club with other people who have an interest in horses. The NC 4-H Horse Program offers several ways for youth, ages 5 through 19, to participate. If you are interested contact us to locate a local group that is the right fit for your child. Read More

The following links to the various educational opportunities that are offered through the NC 4-H Horse Program: Horse Bowl

Hippology

Horse Public Speaking

Horse Presentations

Horse Shows

Horse Judging

Horsemanship Camp

Cloverbuds for you 5-7 years of age.

Craft Horse Contest

Horse Drawing Contest

Horse Sewing Contest

Horse Creative Writing

Horse Painting Contest

Horse Poster Contest

Horse Photography Contest