Horses
The New York State 4-H Horse Program and Cornell Cooperative Extension offers a wide variety of Horse projects to New York youth ages 5-19. It is our goal to bring exceptional, educational programming to youth throughout the State while keeping programs affordable for youth and families.
Our programs encourage both understanding and knowledge of the equine industry, as well as leadership and personal development through once in a lifetime experiences. These programs give youth opportunities that develop valuable life skills, increase confidence, and make valuable lifelong friendships and connections with each other and industry professionals. Youth interested in participating in 4-H horse events get the opportunity to learn horsemanship and equine science, not just riding and showing skills.
The New York State 4-H Horse Program is strongly committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion in all of our programs to serve our communities. We are continually working to remain committed to actively creating and sustaining a culture of belonging that embraces a diverse program audience and volunteer base.

Other 4-H Horse Opportunities
Rules and References
Available Materials
- Helmet Safety and Concussion Awareness
- West Nile Virus in Horses
- Horse Guts and Math
- Prevention: A Young Person’s Guide to Keeping Animals Safe and Healthy
- Creativity and Cloverbuds
- Positive Attitudes and Youth Horse Programs
- Communicating with Horse People
- Ohio State Learning Lab Kits
- National 4-Horse Curriculum
- National 4-H Horse Science Curriculum
NYS Horse Education and Advisory Committee
The NYS 4-H Horse Program is governed by the NYS Horse Education and Advisory Committee (HEAC), which is made up of CCE Educators, staff, and volunteers from the various regions throughout the state.
Check out the NYS 4-H Horse Facebook page
Sign up for the NYS 4-H Horse Program Newsletter
Support the 4-H Horse Program
Additional Equine Resources
- American Association of Equine Practitioners
- American Horse Council
- Economic Impact of the Horse Industry in New York (2018)
- American Youth Horse Council
- AQHA Junior Master Horseman
- American Farriers Journal
- Cornell Veterinary College Diagnostic Laboratory
- Equestrian Medical Safety Association
- eXtension – Horses
- University of Kentucky Gluck Equine Research Center
- NYS Horse Council
- 2012 NY Equine Economic Impact Study
- Unwanted Horse Coalition
- Cornell Equine Seminar Series
- My Horse University
- Equine Nutrition Webinar
- 4-H Equine Welfare Assessment
- 4-H Equine Welfare Assessment Sample Scenarios
- Michigan 4-H Horse Program Lunch and Learn
- Extension Horses
- Texas 4-H
- AQHA Horse Activity Book
- Foal Patrol- Live Foaling Cams
- Horse Side Vet offers How To Videos for Horse Owners
The NYS 4-H Horse Merchandise
The NYS 4-H Horse Merchandise Online Store is currently closed.
All merchandise will be shipped directly through Image Packaging. If you have any questions regarding your order, please contact them directly at https://imagepackaging.com/contact/.
For more information
Contact your local County CCE Association or Brieanna Hughes, NYS 4-H Equine Specialist, at bh548 [at] cornell.edu (bh548[at]cornell[dot]edu).