Fall Beginner 4-H Horse Workshop Series
Location
Sloan Farm
48036 Willis Rd, Belleville, MI 48111
Date
October 4, 2026 at 2:00 PM - October 25, 2026 at 4:00 PM
About
The 4-H Beginner Horse Workshop Series is designed for youth who want to learn about horses in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. Whether you have never been around horses before or are just getting started, this series will introduce participants to the fundamentals of horse care and handling.
Youth will gain hands-on experience learning essential horse skills, including grooming, halter and lead line techniques, basic western riding concepts, and horse nutrition. Sessions will focus on building confidence, developing horse knowledge, and promoting safe interactions with horses.
The series is open to all youth ages 5-19 (as of January 1, 2027). No prior horse or riding experience is required.
Workshop Dates: Sundays, October 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2026
Time: 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Come discover the world of horses, make new friends, and explore opportunities within the 4-H Horse Project!
Due to the popularity of this program, if your child is no longer able to attend this workshop, please reach out to Ashleigh Klein at apelashl@msu.edu to cancel their registration to allow others on the waitlist to join.
Sessions
Oct. 4, 2026
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT Session One
Introduction to horse riding basics, each week is designed to build on one another and allow youth to grow and improve their horsemanship skills and knowledge.
Location: Sloan Farm (48036 Willis Rd, Belleville, MI, 48111)
This session is full
Oct. 11, 2026
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT Session Two
Introduction to horse riding basics, each week is designed to build on the previous week and allow youth to grow and improve their horsemanship skills and knowledge.
Location: Sloan Farm (48036 Willis Rd, Belleville, MI, 48111)
This session is full
Oct. 18, 2026
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT Session Three
Introduction to horse riding basics, each week is designed to build on the previous week and allow youth to grow and improve their horsemanship skills and knowledge.
Location: Sloan Farm (48036 Willis Rd, Belleville, MI, 48111)
This session is full
Oct. 25, 2026
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT Session Four
Introduction to horse riding basics, each week is designed to build on the previous week and allow youth to grow and improve their horsemanship skills and knowledge.
Location: Sloan Farm (48036 Willis Rd, Belleville, MI, 48111)
This session is full