About 4-H
The 4-H program focuses on positive youth development through hands-on projects.  Members can choose from more than 80 projects ranging from horses to computers.  In King County alone, more than 1,000 adults volunteer their time to help 4-H youth with important life skills such as writing, public speaking, teamwork, decision making, self-esteem, leadership and community service.
Members of 4-H are challenged to "make the best better" by good use of their "Head, Heart, Hands and Health".  Each 4-H meeting begins with the 4-H pledge:
I pledge...
my head to clearer thinking;
my heart to greater loyalty;
my hands to larger service;
and my health to better living;
for my club, my community, my country and my world.
All 4-H members must meet established criteria.  Members who want to exhibit a horse at the King County Fair must meet these requirements:
  • Complete a record book documenting project-related activities, expenses and results
  • Make a presentation
  • Show at at least two 4-H shows, at least one in King County
  • Participate in at least one King County 4-H equine judging competition
  • Participate in at least one community service activity
  • Regularly attend club meetings
To learn more about King County's horse 4-H program, visit www.kc4-hhorse.com.

To learn more about the 4-H program in general, visit the Washington State University 4-H website at www.4h.wsu.edu or the King County 4-H website king.wsu.edu/4h/index.htm

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Kellie & Paladin at the club Judging in Showmanship