Clinics
Waukesha County has several great opportunities coming up in 2024. We hope you are able to come to as many as possible to continue to learn and grow as a horseman!
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We encourage local clubs to knowledge share and get involved with, create and or even host a clinic. This is a great way to encourage cross-club friendships. LEADERS – take action and contact us with your clinic ideas!
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
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Sunday, March 17 at 1pm
4-H Project Days
Learn about parts of tack and how to clean it. Bring your own tack if you wish.
Location: Christ Lutheran School, 22970 Maple Ave, Big Bend, WI 53103
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Thursday, April 11 at 6pm
Hippology Clinic
Learn about hippology classes, take a practice exam, and review the answers. Great practice and learning opportunity!
Location: ElConn Farm, N49W20683 Lisbon Rd, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
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Friday-Sunday, April 19-21
Midwest Horse Fair
Attend any clinic and send a written summary to 4hclinics@gmail.com
*Only counts as one clinic
Location: Alliant Center, Madison
Sunday, April 21 at 1pm
4-H Project Days
Learn about different styles of show clothes
Location: Christ Lutheran School, 22970 Maple Ave, Big Bend, WI 53103
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Sunday, May 19 at 1pm
4-H Project Days
TBD
Location: Christ Lutheran School, 22970 Maple Ave, Big Bend, WI 53103
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Saturday, June 9
From The Judges View with Dan Grunewald
Bring your horse or come to watch!
AM Session: Showmanship, Horsemanship, and Western Pleasure
PM Session: Ranch Pleasure and Ranch Riding
$150/session, $40/session audit
Location: Menomonee Falls Saddle Club
Wednesday, June 19 at 5:30pm
Trail Obstacle Clinic
Bring your horse or come to watch! Practice and learn more about trail obstacles, either in-hand or ridden.
Location: Waukesha County Expo Center
Saturday, July 20, 10am
TBD
Members showing at the fair - bring your horse. Auditors welcome
Location: Waukesha County Fair
TBD
Feed Clinic
Representative from Tribute Feed will discuss feeding strategies
Location: ElConn Farm N49W20683 Lisbon Rd, Menomonee Falls
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PAST EVENTS:
Sunday, November 19
4-H Project Days
Learn about different types of saddles and bridles
Location: Christ Lutheran School, 22970 Maple Ave, Big Bend, WI 53103
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Sunday, December 17
4-H Project Days
Come join us for horse themed arts and crafts! Perfect for a fair entry!
Location: Christ Lutheran School, 22970 Maple Ave, Big Bend, WI 53103
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Sunday, January 21 at 1pm
4-H Project Days
Learn about blanketing your horse
Location: Christ Lutheran School, 22970 Maple Ave, Big Bend, WI 53103
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Sunday, February 18 at 1pm
4-H Project Days
Learn about grooming needs and first aid
Location: Christ Lutheran School, 22970 Maple Ave, Big Bend, WI 53103
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Thursday, March 7 at 6pm
Wisconsin Equine Hospital
Routine horse care and Hospital Tour
Location: Wisconsin Equine Clinic & Hospital, 39151 Delafield Rd, Oconomowoc
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Do you have an idea for a clinic? We would love to hear it!
The best way to share your ideas and have them implemented is to join the board and participate in the planning. in the meantime, you can share your ideas by sending them to us: Send your ideas TODAY!
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Check out the state 4-H page for a listing of all statewide events.
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VIRTUAL CLINICS:
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Hippology Clinic
Learn what to expect on in a Hippology class and do a practice test.
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Showmanship, presented by 4-H members
2021 Showmanship Zoom Presentation
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Getting Ready to Haul, Patti Phillips
Patti will focus on important issues (Safety and Maintenance) you need to know to make sure your trailer is PREPPED for spring/summer hauling after your trailer has been parked all winter.
2021 Getting Ready to Haul Zoom Presentation
2021 Getting Ready to Haul Slide Deck
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The Ultimate Guide to Horse Showing Video
Learn how to get your horse ready for the show ring and tips and tricks on some commonly used methods and products from experienced Youth Board members. Everything from bathing, to banding and braiding, to show clothing and tack.
Ultimate Guide to Horse Showing
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