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California 4-H Horse Classic

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Jul 16 2025 - Jul 20 2025

The 29th Annual California 4-H Horse Classic is the State Qualifier for equine education contests and a showcase for a range of horse show classes.
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CA 4-H State Field Day

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May 17 2025

Sprout into the 4-H'er you were meant to beParticipate in State level contestsConnect with 4-H'ers from across the stateLearn new things at the interactive boothsGet inspired by other contest participantsContinue making the best better in your 4-H career.State Level CompetitionsCompetitions are open to ages…
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Animal Science

4-H Animal Science projects are popular because kids love animals! Raising an animal involves responsibility and commitment - you have a living being dependent on you. Things you will learn: Characteristics of your animal's breed. The importance of nutrition and exercise for good health.
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Projects

A 4-H project is a hands-on way for you to find your "spark" - something that you enjoy doing and that interests you.
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About California 4-H

The University of California 4-H Youth Development Program (California 4-H) is open to all youth ages 5 to 18 in every county in California. California 4-H believes in the power of young people. We see that every child has valuable strengths and real influence to improve the world around us. California 4-H…
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4-H Horse Show

Sacramento County run Horse Shows are open only to 4-H members in good standing. Each member must exhibit a bona fide project horse. Exhibitors are required to handle, care for, prepare for showing, and show their own animals.
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Events

California 4-H organizes and hosts events at the local, county, regional and state levels.
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