4-H Horses & Ponies

Contact

For more information on how to get involved as a youth or volunteer, contact your county MSU Extension office.

Department of Animal Science
Web: http://www.canr.msu.edu/ans/

Academia, Extension and industry partner for Equine Connection event!

Published on March 18, 2026
The Equine Connection Weekend was created in partnership with the MSU Department of Animal Science, the Michigan Quarter Horse Association and the Michigan 4-H Youth Horse Program.
What should you do when bringing home your 4-H project animal?

Published on March 12, 2026
When bringing animals back to the farm, make sure to implement a biosecurity program.
Outstanding agricultural 4-H volunteers sought for MFB 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award

Published on January 22, 2026
The Michigan 4-H Foundation is seeking nominations of remarkable agricultural 4-H volunteers for the Michigan Farm Bureau (MFB) 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award. Nominations due March 15.
Hippology popularity is on the rise with national contest participation and county-wide contests!

Published on December 10, 2025
Testing your equine knowledge is becoming fun again! A Michigan 4-H team participated nationally and other counties are hosting contests, too.
Ready at cone A: Being a prepared exhibitor for the next show season

Published on December 10, 2025
Being prepared is not just a skill that is used while exhibiting your horse. Preparedness is a great skill to use in your everyday life!