2009 PA Outstanding Horse Member Award Applications Available

All 4-H horse members between the ages of 15 and 18, as of January 1st, are eligible to compete for the 2009 PA 4-H Horse Program Outstanding Member Award. Applications are available in the Extension Office and are due back by Friday, July 31, 2009 to be considered. A winner and four to five finalists from across the commonwealth will be recognized at the 2009 PA State 4-H Horse Show in October and win terrific prizes which may include a tack trunk or leather horse halter and lead rope. This is a great opportunity for all 4-H horse members.

Clearfield County has had several 4-H members receive recognition over the past few years.

An application can be found at Penn State Dairy & Animal Science website at http://www.das.psu.edu/ Under 4-H Programs, click on Horses, then the Opportunities & Awards Link on the right hand column.