I joined 4-H October 25, 2004. I just turned 10. During last summer I was riding with Mrs. Smiley and she suggested I join 4-H. I was glad to do 4-H. It has been fun. At the first meeting it was decided that I would bring a game to each meeting. The name of my club is Missouri River Riders.
A few weeks before the horse show I go out to the stables every day.
1. Brush him head to hoof. Part of taking care of a horse is cleaning its stall and corral.
One day this summer I saw 2 dogs in my window. I went outside and chased them away but then a dog named Sam came up and wanted to be petted, then the other dog named Drake came. I got the phone number from their tags and a couple of guys came and got Sam and Drake. I am glad I saved those dogs from going to the dog pound.
I have two boy guinea pigs, Bomber and Flash. One day in August they were outside in their cage. It was 90 degrees. I noticed that Bomber was laying on his side which guinea pigs normally don't so. I picked him up and rushed him in the house to get my parents help. I also brought Flash inside. We put water in his mouth with a small syringe. We gave him a cool bath. He was not responding so my dad put sterile water under his skin with a small syringe. My parents told me that he had heat stroke and would probably die. I was very sad and I was crying. I fixed up a bed for him in the kitchen. I also gave him food and water. I kept my eye on him. Bomber responded to everything that we did for him. Within an hour he was up and walking. By the time we went to bed he was acting his old self. I felt great that he lived. I learned an importantlesson - NEVER leave my guinea pigs outside when it is 90 degrees or more.
At the November meeting we played Looney Toons. The kids had the best time of their lives.
On December 12, 2004 my dad and I went to learn about horse judging. I learned that horse judging you have to pay attention very closely.
December 27, 2004, we discussed our 4-H pledge. I found out that we will sell chocolate as a fund-raiser for 4-H.
January 24, 2005 - We watched a movie by Clinton Anderson, called "Down-Under Horse Training." I felt greatabout learning how to train a horse.
February 9, 2005 - I went to a Horse Nutrition class at the county EXT. that black hay is bad for your horse. I also learned ten tips for choosing the best hay for your horse. Our regular meeting that my dad and I attended was February 28, 05.
March 26, 2005 - I started riding Easter weekend to get ready for the horse shows. I attended 4-H on the 28th of March.
April 13, 2005 - I went to Newman's Stables. We learned how to bandage a horse leg. I attended 4-H meeting on the 15th of April. 4-H training is 1:30 Saturday the 30th of April.
May 14, 05 - English riding clinic at Montana Expo Park. I learned to keep my heels down. 4-H meeting 23 of May.
June 4, 05 - I went to 4_h camp! 4th - the 7th of June. I roasted a marshmallow and had a s'more. I went hiking and I saw trees. We also played games and shot B-B guns. I did the best of everyone and the dance was great. I'm looking forward to camp next year.
July 9, 05 - I went to the county horse show and I won 2 Blues and 2 Plaques. The 9th was Western and the 10 was English. The two Blues were for Western and the two plaques were for English Equitation and Horsemanship. The plaques were for "Reserve Champion."
August 1, 05 - I went to the fair horse show. I was a very hot day. I was in 3 events that day. I won Blue Ribbons in Junior Showmanship, Western Horsemanship and Western Equitation. Check out my Shows and Awards page
August 2, 2005 - It wasn't as hot today but I was still hot in my English uniform. I had another great day today. I won 1st Place today in English Equitation and Horsemanship and solo free-style.
For my first year in 4-H I did very well Thanks to Mrs. Smiley, Badger and my hard work. I hope to work my way up to level 2.
How I Get Ready for a Horse Show
I practice my riding skills every day to prepare Badger for the show.
2. trim his hair.
3. give him a bath
4. clean his hooves.
5. we put his blanket on.
6. Clean his saddles.
7. Clean his bridles.
4th grade
I had a great time in the 4th grade and I got all As and Bs and I only missed 1 day of school.
The Lost Dogs
My Guinea Pigs
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