Clinics & Weeknight Warmups
List of clinics to come! Let us know at Horse Orientation what you'd like to see this year.
WEEKNIGHT WARM-UPS
Purpose: Weeknight sessions at the horse arena at the McHenry County Fairgrounds in Woodstock are offered to help riders and their horses become acquainted with the county fair horse show site. 4-Hers intending to show in novice classes at the fair are strongly encouraged to attend as many weeknight warm-ups as possible with their green-sheeted horse. Check in with a committee member upon arrival that evening in order to receive credit for attendance to fulfill the ONE requirement.
When:
General rules:
Cancellation due to weather conditions may occur.
For information or cancellations, call Chris Northup
Check the Facebook Group for updates on guest speakers and special events.
Purpose: Weeknight sessions at the horse arena at the McHenry County Fairgrounds in Woodstock are offered to help riders and their horses become acquainted with the county fair horse show site. 4-Hers intending to show in novice classes at the fair are strongly encouraged to attend as many weeknight warm-ups as possible with their green-sheeted horse. Check in with a committee member upon arrival that evening in order to receive credit for attendance to fulfill the ONE requirement.
When:
- Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Be ready to ride at 7 p.m.
- Dates & Clinic Topics TBD
General rules:
- No riding outside of the arena.
- No gaming or jumping (flatwork only)
- 4-H horse project members and adult leaders only are allowed to ride and must be insured through their clubs.
- Helmets are required while mounted.
- Bareback is NOT allowed.
- Ride in the same direction until a reverse is called.
- Horses prone to kicking must wear a red ribbon in their tail.
- Show common courtesy to others inside and outside of the arena.
- Please ask questions and for assistance about riding techniques. Remember, this is a positive, hands-on learning experience.
- Horses must be loaded by 8:30 p.m. and ready to leave.
Cancellation due to weather conditions may occur.
For information or cancellations, call Chris Northup
Check the Facebook Group for updates on guest speakers and special events.