2026 Washington State 4-H Judge’s Training School

The WA State 4-H Judges Training School is open to adults age 18 and older and is a great opportunity for returning judges to catch up on recent rule changes, as well as those wanting to become a judge to get started on their path.

The registration form is at the bottom of this page.

Note for 4-H members ages 17–18: You are welcome to attend the Judge’s Training School for professional development at a reduced rate of $50. However, you are not eligible to be added to the Judges List, take the test, or complete any subsequent certification steps until you are no longer enrolled in high school or 4-H.

An optional Equitation Over Fences session will be held on Friday, October 30 at 7 pm. There is no additional charge to attend this session.

This training will be held in conjunction with the Snohomish County 4-H Fall Performance Show with both classroom and arena instruction.

Registration fee is to be paid in person at check-in via check, cash, or credit card. Check-in will be open Oct 31, 7 am to 8 am in the Club Room of the Main Arena. Light refreshments will be served at check-in. Sandwiches, fruit and veggie lunch will be served during the Judge’s Panel on Saturday. All other meals will be on your own.

RV Parking is available for $35/night. Payment can be made at the Parking Information Booth – or the Show Office if no one is in the booth.

Questions? Please email 4h.equine@wsu.edu or call 425-520-3908.

Schedule of Events

WA State 4-H Judge Training School Registration

Contact Information

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Year you were born:

We ask this information to confirm that you will be eligible to complete the steps necessary to be listed as an Equine Judge.

Do you have a need for a Reasonable Accommodation?(Required)

Yes

No

If you answer yes, we will contact you.

Do you have any life-threatening allergies?(Required)

Yes

No

If you answer yes, we will contact you.

Background Information

No previous experience is required.

Please list the disciplines that you have trained or shown in.

Have you judged previously at equine competitions?

Yes

No

How many years have been judging horse competitions?

Please list any associations that you are currently a licensed judge.

Optional Classes

An optional Equitation Over Fences session will be held on Friday, October 30 at 7 pm. There is no additional charge to attend this session. Do you plan to attend this session?(Required)

Yes

No

Thank You!

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