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/

2026 Fall Horse Management Series

Published on August 10, 2026
A variety of day-to-day horse management topics will be covered throughout the Fall Horse Management Series, including horse nutrition, toxic plants, pasture and manure management, emergency preparedness and barn biosecurity.
Fair season and sportsmanship

Published on July 30, 2026
With fair season underway, practicing respect for animals, competitors, rules and others helps ensure positive, character-building experiences for everyone involved in 4-H.
What is happening in the show ring at a county fair?

Published on July 8, 2026
From showmanship to championship drives, here’s what’s happening when youth step into the ring with their 4-H animal projects.
4-H livestock showmanship guides now available

Published on May 14, 2026
Detailed guides about beef, sheep, swine and goat showmanship are now available through Michigan 4-H.
Equine history at MSU: How it all started

Published on April 1, 2026
This series will explore the history of horses at Michigan State University.