MARYLAND 4-H HORSE JAMBOREE

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1 MARYLAND 4-H HORSE JAMBOREE July 6-8, 2016 Queen Anne s County 4-H Park FAQs What is Maryland 4-H Horse Jamboree? An overnight program designed to give 4-Hers the chance to learn about horses, share their existing horse knowledge, learn new skills, and share ideas with other horse-crazy Maryland 4-Hers and adults. Who can participate? ALL Maryland 4-Hers ages 8-18 (as of January 1, 2016) who love or want to learn about horses! You do NOT have to be enrolled in the horse & pony project to come to Jamboree! When and where is the Horse Jamboree held? The 2016 Maryland 4-H Horse Jamboree will be held July 6-8, 2016 at the Queen Anne s County 4-H Park, 100 Dulin Clark Road, Centreville, MD What kinds of activities will there be at the Horse Jamboree? The focus of 4-H Horse Jamboree is learning and FUN! Highlights of the Jamboree include workshops about equine topics, horsey crafts, Zumba, a pizza party, a campfire hangout, and an in-hand Pony Show! 4-Hers can practice and showcase their horse skills in several different contests: the Horsemanship (skillathon) Contest, Model Horse Show, Arts & Crafts Contest, and a Dirty Pony contest. The State 4-H Horse Communications Contest will also be held during Horse Jamboree. See the attached schedule for details. Do I have to participate in the State 4-H Horse Communications Contest if I attend Horse Jamboree? No, the State 4-H Horse Communications Contest is a separate event that happens to be held during Horse Jamboree. If you don t want to participate you don t have to. If you DO want to participate, you must register for the Communications Contest separately. I want to compete in the State 4-H Horse Communications Contest, but I don t want to/can t attend Horse Jamboree. What should I do? You don t have to participate in Horse Jamboree to compete in the State 4-H Horse Communications Contest. They are separate events. Register for the Communications Contest through 4-H Online, then attend the contest on Thursday, July 7, Parents/spectators are welcome. There is a $5.00 entry fee for the Horse Communications Contest. You may also order lunch for yourself and your guests for an additional $5.00 per person. University of Maryland Extension programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, political affiliation, or gender identity and expression.

2 How do I register for the Horsemanship Contest, Arts & Crafts Contest, and Model Horse Show? When you register for Horse Jamboree in 4-H Online, check the appropriate boxes. You do not have to pre-register for specific classes for the Arts & Crafts contest or Model Horse Show. Read the contest rules and bring your entries to Jamboree. You will enter your items in appropriate classes on the contest/show day. How much does Horse Jamboree cost? The registration fee is $45.00 per participant (youth and adults) for the full Jamboree. A one-day, $10.00 registration is available for 4-Hers/adults who want to attend ONLY Thursday, July 7 (no sleep-over). What does the registration fee cover? Registration covers 2 nights lodging at the 4-H Park, all scheduled meals and snacks, and workshop supplies. It does NOT cover registration for the State 4-H Horse Communications Contest. 4-Hers must register separately for that contest and pay a $5.00 entry fee. Where will 4-Hers be sleeping? 4-Hers and chaperones will sleep in the indoor exhibit building at the Queen Anne s 4-H Park. BEDS ARE NOT PROVIDED; participants should bring air mattresses, cots, etc and bedding. Boys and girls will be housed in separate areas with chaperones of the same gender. Showers are available. Where & what will we eat? Meals will be provided by a local caterer, at the 4-H Park. I have food allergies or special dietary needs. Will there be food I can eat? Yes. You will be asked to list any food allergies and special dietary needs when you register for Horse Jamboree, then to provide details on the Event Health Form. The staff will work with you to provide for your special needs. Can I bring or buy snacks? You are welcome to bring snacks and drinks, but be mindful that others may have allergies. Snacks will be provided at evening events. What should I bring? Pack what you will need to be comfortable in a camp-like setting: Appropriate clothes Cot or air mattress Umbrella and/or rain coat Bedding & Pillow Sturdy, horse-proof shoes (NO sandals or bare feet) Sunscreen & Bug Spray Personal hygiene items Flashlight Medications* Contest entries (art, crafts, models, posters, Towel & washcloth presentation materials, etc) *Medications must be in original container with prescription and/or dosage information intact. ALL prescription AND over-the-counter medications must be listed on the health form and checked in at registration. Youth medications must be accompanied by a clear, complete schedule of administration. University of Maryland Extension programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, political affiliation, or gender identity and expression.

3 Do I need a Chaperone? Yes. Each county must provide adult chaperones based on the number of youth attending from their county (1 adult chaperone for 1-10 youth; 2 chaperones for youth, etc). You should contact your 4-H Club Leader or County 4-H Office to find out who your county s adult chaperone(s) will be. You will need your Chaperone s name to register for 4-H Horse Jamboree. Who can serve as an Adult Chaperone? Due to University of Maryland and 4-H policies regarding adult supervision of youth programs, ONLY active, approved UME Volunteers or UME/4-H employees may serve as Adult Chaperones for Maryland 4-H events. Approved UME Volunteers must be certified and active in 4-H Online. I want to be an Adult Chaperone but I m not a UME Volunteer. Can I get certified so I can attend Horse Jamboree with my 4-Her? Yes! Contact your county 4-H Office ASAP to complete the UME Volunteer certification process. You will need to complete an application, provide references, and be interviewed. Once you are an approved UME Volunteer you can register as an Adult Chaperone for Maryland 4-H events. NOTE: The interview & approval process can take a couple weeks, so start NOW to be certified before registration closes! If I serve as an Adult Chaperone, what will my duties be? First and foremost you will be responsible for the 4-Hers you are designated to chaperone. You should know where your 4-Hers are at all times, encourage them to actively participate in Jamboree activities, and ensure they observe the Maryland 4-H Behavior Expectations. As a Chaperone you agree to not only help with your own child and county, but to assist with all Horse Jamboree activities as assigned or needed including workshops, contests, meals, and recreation. You will be required to remain at the Queen Anne s County 4-H Park for the duration of the Horse Jamboree or as long as the youth you are responsible for remain at the event. How do I register for Maryland 4-H Horse Jamboree? You must register for Maryland 4-H Horse Jamboree via the 4-H Online system. Log into your family profile and look for the link and information on the homepage, then follow the prompts. If you want a step-by-step tutorial, download the How to Register document from 4-H Online or the Maryland 4-H Website. Registration will open June 1, 2016 and close at 11:59 pm on June 24, How do I pay the registration fee? Can I do it online? Online payment is not available for Maryland 4-H Horse Jamboree. When you register via 4-H Online you will need to download and complete several forms, then mail the original, signed forms to the State 4-H Office. One of those forms is a payment form. You may pay by check or money order payable to the Maryland 4-H Foundation, or you may complete the Credit Card authorization portion of the form and charge the fee to your account. Help! I can t access my 4-H Online profile, or my status is not active. Contact your county 4-H Office for assistance with 4-H Online. They can help you with accessing and understanding your 4-H Online profile, and can help you make any necessary changes. University of Maryland Extension programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, political affiliation, or gender identity and expression.

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5 MARYLAND 4-H HORSE JAMBOREE July 6-8, 2016 Queen Anne s County 4-H Park Schedule of Events Wednesday July 6, :00-3:00 pm Check-In Arts & Crafts Contest Entries taken Get Acquainted Games & Crafts 3:00-3:30 pm Orientation 4:00-5:30 pm Horsemanship Contest 5:30-7:00 pm Pizza Party 7:00-7:30 pm Horsemanship Contest Review 7:30-9:00 pm Campfire, Games & Snacks 10:00 pm Lights Out Thursday July 7, :45-8:45 am Breakfast 8:00-8:45 am Model Horse Show Setup 9:00-11:30 am Equine Workshops 11:30 am -12:00 pm Free Time 12:00-1:00 pm Lunch 1:00-4:00 pm State 4-H Horse Communications Contest 1:00-3:00 pm Crafts & Activities* 3:00-5:00 pm Workshops* 5:30-6:30 pm Dinner 6:30-8:00 pm Model Horse Show Results & Pack-Up Arts & Crafts Show Results 6:30-8:00 pm Senior Interviews 7:00-9:00 pm Zumba with Zoe, Games & Snacks 10:00 pm Lights Out *Open to those not participating in or finished with Communications Contest Friday July 8, :45-8:45 am Breakfast 9:00-10:00 am Clean-up & Pack 10:00-11:00 am Dirty Pony Contest 11:00 am-12:00 pm Team Pony Show 12:00-1:00 pm Lunch & Awards Ceremony 1:00 pm Departure

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7 MARYLAND 4-H HORSE JAMBOREE July 6-8, 2016 Queen Anne s County 4-H Park Arts & Crafts Contest GENERAL RULES & INFORMATION 1. Entries must be related to HORSES or the 4-H Horse project. Items that do not have a clear equine connection will be disqualified. 2. Entries must be the work of the 4-Her submitting them to the contest. The entry must have been made/completed within the past 12 months (July 2015-July 2016). 3. Entries must be clearly marked with the Exhibitor s name, 4-H age, county and phone number. Identification should be on the back or underside of items, or otherwise securely attached to the exhibit Hers may submit one entry per class. 5. Classes will be divided by age group (Junior, Intermediate, Senior) for judging. Each entry will be judged on its own merit and ribbons will be awarded according to the Danish system (blue, red white). 6. Champion and Reserve Champion for each age group will be awarded in each Division. 7. Entries will be submitted by 4-Hers during Jamboree check-in on Wednesday. 4-Hers should know what Division and Class to enter their items in upon check-in (review the attached class list). Entries will be accepted on Thursday morning ONLY from 4-Hers attending Horse Jamboree on a one-day registration. 8. Paintings, drawings, posters, graphics, and photos must be ready to hang. Framing is not required. Items framed with glass will NOT be accepted, for safety reasons. See Division rules for more information about preparation and display of exhibits. 9. Entries will be displayed throughout the Horse Jamboree. Judging will take place on Thursday and ribbons will be displayed with exhibits Hers must take their exhibits with them when departing Horse Jamboree on Friday. Exhibits not claimed on Friday may not be returned. 11. All reasonable efforts will be made to safeguard exhibits. However, contest and Horse Jamboree organizers will not be responsible for lost or damaged items. DIVISIONS Clothing & Textiles Crafts Fine Arts Photography Visual Arts

8 DIVISIONS AND CLASSES Division A: Clothing & Textiles Garments must be appropriate for people (not dolls or animals). Items can be decorative or useful. Garments should be on a hanger and ready to display. Class # Class Name Example of appropriate entry A1 Sewn Garment Shirt sewn by 4-Her to wear while showing horse A2 Sewn Accessory Tote bag sewn to carry horse gear Scarf made of horse print fabric A3 Sewn Horse Item Saddle pad or bridle bag sewn by 4-Her A4 Decorated Garment Sewn or purchased garment that 4-Her has personalized with paint, beads, jewels, rhinestones, patches, etc Division B: Crafts Items can be made of any medium appropriate to the class. Class # Class Name Example of appropriate entry B1 Nature Craft Horse made of pinecone; rock painted to look like horse B2 Fiber Craft Ribbon hair bows to wear while showing; horse-themed string art; braided nylon cord fun reins B3 Ceramics Horse-shaped painted ceramic; hand-built clay horse B4 Paper Craft Decorated scrapbook page; handmade greeting card B5 Notions Craft Horse-themed jewelry; horse made of buttons B6 Needlework Cross-stitch, embroidery, punch embroidery, etc B7 Floral Craft Wreath, arrangement, centerpiece, etc made with silk or real flowers, horse-themed arrangement B8 Misc Craft Papier mache horse, suncatcher, decoupaged item, barn made from popsicle sticks, etc (Any type of craft that does not fit in a class listed above) Division C: Fine Arts Entries must be original works of art. No cartoon or copyrighted characters, figures, logos, etc may be used. Drawings and paintings must be no smaller than 8.5 x 11 inches and no larger than 24 x 24 inches. No paint by numbers, scratch art kits, etc. Works must be mounted on sturdy backing; matting is encouraged but not required. Framed artwork with glass cover will not be accepted. All entries must be ready to hang. Class # Class Name Example of appropriate entry C1 Oil Painting Painting of horse C2 Acrylic Painting Barn C3 Watercolor Painting Landscape C4 Pastels Drawing Drawing of horse C5 Charcoal Drawing Drawing of tack C6 Black & White Pencil Drawing Drawing of rider C7 Color Pencil Drawing Drawing of ponies

9 C8 Crayon Drawing Drawing of ponies C9 Pen & Ink Drawing Drawing of horse C10 Scratch Art Horse image C11 Mixed Media Image using two or more different media/techniques Division D: Photography Photographs must be no smaller than 5 x 7 inches and no larger than 24 x 24 inches in size. Photos may be color or black and white. Entries must be mounted on sturdy backing or matted. Photos for sequence and story classes must be mounted on the same board. Photos must have been taken by the 4-Her (they cannot be the subject of the photo). Entries must be ready to hang Class # Class Name Example of appropriate entry D1 Animal Horse, fox hounds, donkey, etc D2 Building Barn, run-in shed, show arena, etc D3 Landscape Field, ponies on beach D4 People Equestrian, cowboy, jouster, etc D5 Still Life Barn scene, tack D6 Action Horse in motion D7 Photo Sequence Two to four related equine-themed photos D8 Photo Story Four to six photos that clearly tell a horse-related story Division E: Visual Arts Posters must be designed on or affixed to standard 14 x 22 inch poster board. Posters may be of any medium and may be oriented horizontally or vertically. Graphics must be created using a computer program and must be printed. Grahics must be no smaller than 8 x 10 inches and no larger than 11 x 14 inches, and must be mounted on sturdy backing or matted. Entries must be ready to hang. Class # Class Name Example of appropriate entry E1 Poster Educational poster about any equine topic: breed, showing, training, colors/markings, etc E2 Promotional Graphic Graphic image promoting your 4-H horse club

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11 MARYLAND 4-H HORSE JAMBOREE Arts & Crafts Contest Entry Card Turn this completed form in with your entries at the Contest Exhibitor s Name: County: 4-H Age: DIVISION A CLOTHING & TEXTILES Class # Class Name Entry Description A1 Sewn Garment A2 Sewn Accessory A3 Sewn Horse Item A4 Decorated Garment DIVISION B CRAFTS Class # Class Name Entry Description B1 Nature Craft B2 Fiber Craft B3 Ceramics B4 Paper Craft B5 Notions Craft B6 Needlework B7 Floral Craft B8 Misc Craft DIVISION C FINE ARTS Class # Class Name Entry Description C1 Oil Painting C2 Acrylic Painting C3 Watercolor Painting C4 Pastels Drawing C5 Charcoal Drawing C6 Black & White Pencil Drawing C7 Color Pencil Drawing C8 Crayon Drawing C9 Pen & Ink Drawing C10 Scratch Art C11 Mixed Media

12 DIVISION D - PHOTOGRAPHY Class # Class Name Entry Description D1 Animal D2 Building D3 Landscape D4 People D5 Still Life D6 Action D7 Photo Sequence D8 Photo Story DIVISION E - VISUAL ARTS Class # Class Name Entry Description E1 Poster E2 Promotional Graphic TOTAL ENTRIES:

13 MARYLAND 4-H HORSE JAMBOREE July 6-8, 2016 Queen Anne s County 4-H Park Model Horse Show GENERAL RULES & INFORMATION 1. 4-Hers may enter two model horses per class. 2. Entries may be any type/brand of model, such as Breyer, Stone, Schleich, etc. Entries must be made of plastic, resin, or another hard substance (not stuffed animals). 3. Entries may be of any size, but very small models are not recommended. 4. Each entry must have a paper and string leg tag attached to the model for identification and class purposes. The leg tag must have the exhibitors name and 4-H age printed on one side and the class number and model s show name on the other side. See the attached document for more information on leg tags and model horse showing. 5. Each halter class entry must be accompanied by a breed card that shares information about the breed depicted in the model. The breed card should not be larger than a half sheet of paper (8.5 x 5.5) and may be printed by hand or typed. The 4-Her should prepare the breed card to demonstrate his/her knowledge of the breed. 6. Each performance class entry must be accompanied by a scene card that describes the sport, activity, or scene depicted. The scene card should not be larger than a half sheet of paper (8.5 x 5.5) and may be printed by hand or typed. The 4-Her should prepare the scene card to demonstrate his/her knowledge of the breed. 7. Each fun class entry must be accompanied by a description card according to class instructions. The card should not be larger than a half sheet of paper (8.5 x 5.5) and may be printed by hand or typed. The 4-Her should prepare the card to demonstrate his/her knowledge of the breed. 8. Model Horse Show entries will be received Thursday morning. To enter, each 4-Her will turn in an entry sheet with entries marked and described. Once the 4-Her s entry sheet has been accepted s/he will set up his/her model entries on the appropriate class tables. 9. The show room will be closed after entries are received. Judging will take place while 4-Hers are participating in Horse Jamboree activities. 10. Classes will be divided by age. Ribbons will be awarded for first through tenth place in each class. Entries not placing in the top 10 will receive participation ribbons. 11. Models that place first in their classes will be considered for Champion and Reserve Champion honors. Champion and Reserve Champion will be awarded for each age group in each Division. 12. Models will be displayed through the day on Thursday, once judging is complete. The Model Horse Show will be closed Thursday evening and exhibitors will pack up models.

14 DIVISIONS AND CLASSES Division A: Halter Models are judged on conformation, condition, quality, and comparison to breed standard. Models should not have any tack that is not part of the mold. Models must be tagged and accompanied by a breed card. Any breed or cross that fits the type may be exhibited in a class. For example, the Pony Mares class may include models of Shetland ponies, Welsh ponies, Haflingers, Exmoors, Pony of America, etc. Class # Class Name Description A1 Pony Mares Females of any pony breed A2 Pony Geldings & Stallions Males of any pony breed A3 Gaited Mares Females of any gaited breed A4 Gaited Geldings & Stallions Males of any gaited breed A5 Stock Mares Females of any stock breed A6 Stock Geldings & Stallions Males of any stock breed A7 Draft Mares Females of any draft breed A8 Draft Geldings & Stallions Males of any draft breed A9 Sport/Performance Mares Females of any sport or performance breed A10 Sport/Performance Geldings & Stallions Males of any sport or performance breed A11 Mare & Foal Mare and foal combination of any breed. The mare and foal must be the same breed/type. A12 Other Equines Donkeys, zebras and mules A13 Breeding Pairs Stallion and Mare breeding pair. May be of different types (ie stock stallion and gaited mare) or of the same breed/type. Must have a breed card for each individual model and a breed card explaining what the foal could look like. Division B: Performance Models are displayed in a position or scene showing some equine activity (showing, fox hunting, barrel racing, etc). Props, tack, and scenery are used. Use of dolls is optional. A scene card must be included explaining the sport or activity depicted. Models are judged on accuracy of the scene, scale and fit of props and tack, thought given to the scene, and creativity. Class # Class Name Example of appropriate entry B1 English Show jumping, pleasure, dressage, eventing, English showmanship, etc. Any equine event that requires use of English tack/gear. B2 Western Reining, barrel racing, cutting, trail riding, Western showmanship, etc. Any equine event that requires use of Western tack/gear. B3 Other Other equine sports or activities that do not fit in English or Western categories. Driving, vaulting, sidesaddle, Thoroughbred racing, flat racing, etc

15 B4 Creative Scene Any scene involving a horse but not necessarily a sport. Circus horses, veterinary clinic, Arabian nights, Chincoteague pony swim, Movie set, etc. B5 4-H Themed Any Maryland 4-H horse activity (Horse Jamboree, Horse Bowl, State Fair, etc). Must include an official 4-H Clover somewhere in the scene. Division C: Fun Classes Nontraditional models or models of other species. Models are judged on varying criteria. Class # Class Name Description C1 Decorator Models Model that is not colored as a traditional horse (holiday themes, unusual colors, etc). Judged on artistic quality and condition. Breed card includes description of the model and why the exhibitor chose the model. C2 Barnyard Friends Models of livestock and animals found on a farm, other than equines. Judged on condition, quality, and accurate representation of animal/breed. Breed card for the species and breed (ie Black Angus steer, etc) C3 Cats & Dogs Models of companion animals. Judged on condition, quality, and accurate representation of animal/breed. Breed card for the species and breed (ie German Shepherd, etc) C4 Costume Class Models wearing creative handmade costumes Santa Claus, Wonder Woman, Hippie pony, etc. Judged on creativity and quality of costume. Breed card describes the costume and how/why it was made. C5 Most Loved Model Your favorite not-so-great quality model beat up, broken ear tip, bent legs, crayon marks. Breed card describes why s/he is your favorite and your special memories. Judged on best story. Check out the Maryland 4-H Horse Jamboree website for tips on preparing for Model Horse Showing!

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17 MARYLAND 4-H HORSE JAMBOREE Model Horse Show Entry Card Turn this completed form in with your entries at the Contest Exhibitor s Name: County: 4-H Age: HALTER CLASSES Class # Class Name Entry #1 Description Entry #2 Description A1 Pony Mares A2 Pony Geldings & Stallions A3 Gaited Mares A4 Gaited Geldings & Stallions A5 Stock Mares A6 Stock Geldings & Stallions A7 Draft Mares A8 Draft Geldings & Stallions A9 Sport/Performance Mares A10 Sport/Performance Geldings & Stallions A11 Mare & Foal A12 Other Equines A13 Breeding Pairs PERFORMANCE CLASSES Class # Class Name Entry #1 Description Entry #2 Description B1 English B2 Western B3 Other B4 Creative Scene B5 4-H Themed FUN CLASSES Class # Class Name Entry #1 Description Entry #2 Description C1 Decorator Models C2 Barnyard Friends C3 Cats & Dogs C4 Costume Class C5 Most Loved Model TOTAL ENTRIES:

18 MARYLAND 4-H HORSE JAMBOREE July 6-8, 2016 Queen Anne s County 4-H Park Registration Checklist Registration Deadline: June 24, 2016 (11:59 pm EST) Registration Fee: $45.00 full event / $10.00 one-day To register for Maryland 4-H Horse Jamboree you must do the following: Step 1: Register via 4-H Online. Once you SUBMIT your registration you will receive a receipt and confirmation number. o Link to Maryland 4-H Online: Step 2: Download the Horse Jamboree forms package from 4-H Online. Step 3: Complete the forms contained in the package, including ALL required signatures. Required forms are: o Maryland 4-H Event Health Form o Maryland 4-H Informed Consent, Behavior Agreement & Media Release (one form) Complete the appropriate form Youth or Adult version o Payment Form Step 4: Mail the completed/signed forms with your registration fee payment to: Maryland 4-H Center ATTN: 4-H Horse Jamboree 8020 Greenmead Drive College Park, MD Your registration is NOT complete until your forms and payment are received. You will receive an from 4-H Online confirming your registration is complete once all documents & payment are received.