Opportunities and Awards
2012 Model Horse Show
The 14th annual State Model Horse Show included 37 classes for model horses of all types. The Model Horse Show provides an opportunity for 4-H members to learn about and become involved in the hobby of collecting and showing model horses. Youth learn about breeds and colors of horses, tack and equipment, performance classes, and horse shows in general. The model horse or show live horses, as well as for horse owners who wish to learn more about breeds and riding disciplines.
Outstanding Member Award
(Pictured with tack closet donated by C & M Pine Products, Spring Mills, PA) (L-R): Dr. Tammy Eichstadt, Vice Chair, 4-H Horse Program Development Committee County; Rachel Sheffler, Westmoreland County; Patty Kelly, Chair, 4-H Horse Program Development Committee
Photograph by John Hudson of John Hudson Photography.
2012 4-H Horse Program Outstanding Member Finalists
(Pictured with halters and leads donated by Tory Leather Company, Williamsport, PA, and tack closet and grooming boxes donated by C &M Pine Products, Spring Mills, PA) (L-R): Dr. Tammy Eichstadt, Vice Chair, 4-H Horse Program Development; Caroline Van Pelt, York County; Laken Delaney, Jefferson County; Elizabeth McAndrew (finalist), Clearfield County; Angela Moretti, Indiana County; Patty Kelly, Chair, 4-H Horse Program Development Committee
Photograph by John Hudson of John Hudson Photography.
Educational Exhibit Award
2012 PA State 4-H Horse Show Educational Exhibit Award Winner--Erie County. From left to right; Dr. Tammy Eichstadt, Vice Chair, 4-H Horse Program Development Committee, Tia Waldron and Shelby Stoneman, Erie County, Patty Kelly, Chair, 4-H Horse Program Development Committee.
Pictured with the perpetual trophy provided by Hoy's Awards and Trophies .
Photo taken by John Hudson of John Hudson Photography.
Good Housekeeping Award
2012 PA State 4-H Horse Show Good Housekeeping Award Recipient-- Lehigh County. (L-R Front Row): Curtis Stettler, Trinity Packerd, Kendall Graff, and Taylor Parrish, Lehigh County; Patty Kelly, Chair, 4-H Horse Program Development Committee. (L-R Back Row): Alyssa Parrish and Kyle Graff, Lehigh County; Dr. Tammy Eichstadt, Vice Chair, 4-H Horse Program Development Committee and Kyle Packerd, Lehigh County.
Pictured with the perpetual trophy provided by Hoy's Awards and Trophies.
Photograph taken by John Hudson of John Hudson Photography.
The Pennsylvania State 4-H Horse Show Committee would like to thank Perri Leather for their generous donations of halters, leads and awards for all class winners.
Award Applications
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2012 Pennsylvania 4-H Horse Program Outstanding Member Award Application
- 2012 PA 4-H Horse Safety Award Flyer
- 2012 PA 4-H Horse Safety Award Application
From the 2011 Pennsylvania State 4-H Horse Show. Pictured at left: Alyssa Parrish of Lehigh County, winner of the English 3 Year Old Futurity. Photo courtesy of Eric Hardesty-Excalibur Photography.
Eastern National 4-H Horse Roundup
2008
From left to right: Pennsylvania 4-H Horse Judging Team (Wyoming
County), Alexandra Gerek, Emily Henn, Justin Landsiedel, Alexandra Taraskus, Coach Stacey Doty and Coach Joe Stanco.
The team was Reserve Champion Team overall for the contest. They placed 2nd overall in halter, 9th overall in performance, and 3rd overall in reasons--Congratulations!
Top Ten Individuals in Horse Judging:
Alexandra Taraskus from Wyoming County placed 3rd high overall in the horse judging individual category. Here Alexandra is pictured in the middle of the bottom row.
Top Ten Individuals in Public Speaking:
Kate Littlefield of Montgomery County placed fourth high overall in the public speaking individual category. Here Kate is pictured on the bottom row, fourth from the left.
Top Ten Team in Hippology:
The Chester County team placed 8th high overall at the contest. Pictured from left to right: Deb Schiller (coach), Zebbie Watson, Katie, Fuchs, Jenny Kammerer, Kira Bartlett, Roxann Fuchs (chaperone).
PA 4-H Horse Safety Awards
2007 Safety Award Winners. From left to right: Nancy Kadwill accepting
for Amanda Hoade (Montgomery County), Nancy Hottle (Bucks County),
Brenda Cobb (Montgomery County) and Jaimee Anderson(Venango County).
In the individual youth category: Jaimee Anderson of the Trailblazers
4-H Club in Venango County placed first for her work to promote safety
during the Venango County Fair. Amanda Hoade of the Mainland Equestrian
4-H Club in Montgomery County placed second with her project that
focused on barn fire prevention.
In the club category: The Spurs N Burrs 4-H club of Bucks County placed first with a detailed fire prevention and awareness program. The Montgomery County 4-H program placed second with their project that promoted impovement of ground handling, riding skills and general horse safety practices.
Leader Recognition Awards
- AYHC 2002 Youth Horse Leader of the Year
- PA 4-H Leaders Recognized at 2002 National Youth Horse Leaders Symposium
Outstanding Service Award
2008 Outstanding Service Award (from left to right): Morris Houser; Award winner - Kathy Houser,Pat Comerford, Extension Horse Specialist;Patty Kelly, PA 4-H Horse Program Development Committee.
Photograph taken by John Hudson of John Hudson Photography. The Pennsylvania 4-H Horse Program is proud to recognize Kathy Houser as the 2008 Outstanding Service Award Recipient.
American Youth Horse Council Award
Jodi Lenhart (Westmoreland County) winner of the 2006 AYHC Student Leader of the Year Award picture with AYHC President Christy Landwher.
Jodi Lenhart of Bolivar, Pennsylvania received the first ever national Student Leader of the Year Award from the American Youth Horse Council. The award was presented to Jodi in recognition for her outstanding accomplishments and service to the horse industry at the 30 th annual AYHC National Youth Horse Leaders Symposium in Denver, Colorado on March 9-11, 2007.
Jodi was presented with a signed, limited edition print sponsored by Western Horseman Magazine and a $500 scholarship from AYHC. Youth from throughout the United States, representing a variety of breed and industry organizations were nominated for the prestigious award, and recognized during the symposium.
