2024 Michigan 4-H/FFA Horse Judging Contest

Saturday, April 13, 2024
8 - 8:30 a.m. - Registration
9 a.m. Contest Begins

MSU Pavilion
4301 Farm Ln
Lansing, MI 48910

In the state horse judging contest, participants can demonstrate their equine evaluation and selection skills, as well as improve their communication and decision-making skills. This contest will include both individual and team competition.

Divisions:

• 4-H Juniors
  • Ages 8-13 as of January 1
• 4-H Seniors
  • Ages 14-19 as of January 1
• FFA Junior High
  • Currently in 7th or 8th grade
• FFA High School
  • Currently in grades 9-12
• Novice (Junior and Senior)
  
  • Junior Novice
    • Ages 8-13 as of January 1, this is the first time competing in the State contest
  • Senior Novice
    • Ages 14-19 as of January 1, this is the first time competing in the State Contest
• Cloverbuds
  • Age 5-7 as of January 1, non-competitive

TENTATIVE CLASS LIST
1. Arabian Mares at Halter
2. Quarter Horse Mares at Halter
3. Belgian Geldings at Halter
4. Saddlebred Mares/Geldings at Halter
5. Arabian Western Pleasure
6. Western Horsemanship
7. Saddleseat Pleasure
8. Ranch Riding

COST: $20 per person at the time of Registration. Due April 1st. No Refunds will be given
**This fee allows contestants to compete in both the 4-H and FFA division if eligible.

Registrations with incorrect or incomplete information will not be accepted. 
Entries must be submitted by April 1st. Every individual that will be judging must have a complete registration.

Coaches must also complete this form for each team they are entering: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0pQOuoBTt9VPQ7Y 

Please review the Contest Rules and Entry Information before starting your registration for full details. Contestants and coaches are responsible for reading and adhering to the rules.