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Harrah Humdingers 4-H Club
The Harrah Humdingers 4-H Club hosted another year of fun with their annual easter egg hunt held on April 19th. Pictured are some of the highlights from their event!
Big thank you to the American Legion for helping make this event happen!
Green Valley 4-H Club
Have you ever wondered what it would be like working as a K-9 in the police unit? Lucky enough for the members of Green Valley 4-H Club, cause they had the opportunity to meet a K-9 in person! Thank you to the Benton County Sheriff’s Department for allowing Blaze and his trainer to give our youth members a demonstration on being an electronic detection dog. What a cool job!
Green Valley 4-H Club Members with K-9 Blaze and his trainer.
K-9 Blaze waiting for commands from his trainer.
K-9 Blaze detecting an electronic device with his nose.
2025 Fashion Revue & Talent Show Recap
This year’s Annual Fashion Revue was held on April 18th at 6:30 pm in the Fruitvale Grange, with the theme of “Bountiful Harvest”. There were so many cool designs and outfits displayed at this event. Congratulations to all the 4-H members who participated at this event! Special thank you to our sponsors, and volunteers who helped make this years fashion revue possible!
- Committee Chair – Kattie Blanchard Commentator
- Judges – Cindy Keller, Holly Gonseth & Ilene Bushnell
- Fruitvale Grange
- Yakima County 4-H Leaders’ Council
- Coastal Farm and Ranch
Participants and High Point Contestants
Best Script Contest
- Intermediate – Paisley Snyder
- Senior – Lillian Miles
Intermediate: High Point
- Addy Wagner – Clothes That Click
Senior: High Point
- Addison Blanchard – Clothes That Click
- Brianne Adamson – Creative Consumer
First Year Clothing Participants
- Cloverbud – Finn Mansfield – Creative Consumer
- Cloverbud – Alexa Naranjo – Creative Consumer
- Cloverbud – Evelyn DeBoer – Fun with Clothes
- Senior – Dallas Snyder – Clothes That Click
Returning Member Fashion Review Participants
- Cloverbud – Henry Smith – Fun with Clothes
- Cloverbud – Elsie Sodorff – Creative Consumer
- Intermediate – Paisley Snyder – Clothes That Click
- Senior – Dallas Snyder – Clothes That Click
- Senior – Lillian Miles – Clothes That Click
- Senior – Lucy Mullinnex – Clothes That Click
- Senior – London Snyder – Clothes That Click
Talent Show Participants
- Cloverbud – Cali Carpenter – Dance Routine
- Senior – Brianne Adamson – Dance Routine
Due June 1: Harry Burcalow 4-H Endowment For Innovative Grants
Harry Burcalow is the former associate dean of the WSU College of Agriculture and Home Economics, now CAHNRS, and associate director of WSU Extension. In retirement from WSU, and now the WA 4-H Foundation Board, Burcalow continues to remain a strong supporter of 4-H programs. He personally founded the Harry Burcalow 4-H Endowment for Innovative Grants, funding projects and programs that help 4-H youth serve their communities while learning about leadership, decision-making, responsibility, and healthy lifestyle choices.
The goal of the grant is to fund worthy 4-H youth development programs or projects. The emphasis is on short-term needs such as new innovative programs, seed money, emergencies, or unanticipated shortfalls. 4-H depends on involvement and donations to help Washington youth from all walks of life succeed. Learn more about the Harry Burcalow 4-H Endowment for Innovative Grants. Applications will be accepted twice in each 12-month period; due dates are June 1st or December 1st; thus, funds are distributed on or around July 1st and January 1st each year. Grant awards are usually between $100 and $1,000.
Washington State 4-H Tuesday News!
Did you know that the Washington State 4-H Youth Development Program releases a newsletter each week? Tuesday will be your new favorite day of the week, where you can find the latest information released on all things 4-H throughout the state. Check out this weeks Tuesday news release!
How it Started; How it’s Going
It may have been a while since you were last in 4-H, or you may still be a 4-H’er doing amazing things. National 4-H Council wants to know how your 4-H experience started and how it’s going. Share a photo of yourself from early on and one of you today, and a short description of how 4-H has made you Beyond Ready in your life and career.
Share your story on the National 4-H website!
Volunteer Updates
Opportunities for volunteers, activity highlights and volunteer needs
Updated Safety Policy Training for Volunteers – Due June 1st, 2025
We want to inform about updated safety policy (WSU Protection and Safety of Minors), which is now being implemented across all WSU programs, including Washington 4-H. Since it was written primarily for WSU campus employees, some parts may feel less relevant to 4-H, so we created a 15-minute training to guide you through what matters! All 4-H Volunteers in Washington are asked to complete the training by June 1st, 2025. The online training linked below is the quickest training option and doesn’t require any logins. If you would rather complete this training in-person or via Zoom with local staff please reach out to Autumn Britt, our local Program Manager, at Autumn.Britt@wsu.edu or 509-588-7817 (work cell, text/call).
The quick training is available online and covers the key points of select topics within EP-14, including:
- Conduct Requirements for Staff and Certified Volunteers
- Adequate Supervision of Youth
- Specific Requirements for Transportation Involving Youth
- Specific Requirements for Overnight Activities Involving Youth
- Disability Accommodations
- Youth Program Registration
- Reporting Requirements
The whole policy document can be found on the WSU policies website. We appreciate your time and dedication to keeping 4-H a safe, welcoming space for youth. If you have any questions, reach out to your local 4-H office.
Yakima County Council Meeting – May 19th at 6:30 pm
All 4-H youth members, volunteers and families are invited to attend the Yakima County Council meetings. Your input is greatly needed to make decisions on up coming events. Please consider joining us on May 19th at 6:30 pm in the Yakima County Resource Center – Large Conference Room, 2403 S. 18th Street Suite 100, Union Gap, WA.
Yakima County Leaders’ Council Documents Available on Google Drive
In efforts to keep our 4-H community actively involved with decision making process, the Yakima County Leaders’ Council Board members and Extension Office have teamed up in making our documents transparent to all through Google Drive. All meeting agenda, minutes & budgets can be found accessed by the public at all times through Google Drive. If you have anything that you would like to add to the next meeting agenda you may contact the 4-H Program Manager, Autumn at Autumn.Britt@wsu.edu or 509-574-1578.
Yakima County 4-H Committee Sign ups
Interested in helping make decisions at local 4-H events? Committees ensure that big changes and big events are managed by volunteers and members so that your voices are heard. Check out the Yakima 4-H committee options and sign up today, by going to the Yakima County 4-H Committees Google Form. Thank you for your willingness to volunteer!
4-H Clubs Facebook Groups
Facebook has proven to be a useful tool for reaching volunteers and parents. If your club or group has a Facebook page, please ensure the page is private, not public, to support youth safety. A private but searchable page will allow new member families and volunteers to find your page but stop unaffiliated public members from seeing youth photos or any identifying information you post when sharing contest results, meeting reminders, and more. All 4-H pages should have at least three admins: two enrolled volunteers and the 4-H office. Invite the 4-H office as an admin member of the group, by copying the link to your group and emailing it to Yakima.4h@wsu.edu. The 4-H office’s role is not to run your club’s page but to help manage a page transition if required during leadership changes and support with set-up as needed.
- How to change a Facebook group from public to private
- How to add an admin and other Facebook group information
Does your club want to start a Facebook group? Let us know! The 4-H office can create a group for your club under our main page, saving you the trouble of clicking all the right privacy boxes and setting up admins.
Teen Opportunities
Events, conferences, and scholarships just for teens
Teen Event Calendar
Washington State 4-H Teen Conference Registration Open Now!
Registration for the Washington State 4-H Teen Conference is open now through May 27th. Registration cost is $295 with meals and lodging included in that cost. The conference will run from June 23-26, 2025 on WSU’s campus in Pullman, WA. Join us for an incredible lineup of workshops, tours, team-building activities, service projects, speakers and social events all designed to “Grow Your Opportunities”! Visit the Teen Conference page for more information and links to register via 4-H Online.
Please note that workshops and tours are filled based on registration date, and many of our more popular workshops and tours fill up quickly! If you have questions about Teen Conference, contact Kelly Stewart at Kelly.a.stewart@wsu.edu or 509-397-6290
Kitsap 4-H Summer Camp
When it comes to providing your child with a life-changing experience, there’s nothing quite like 4-H summer camp. Camp provides the full benefits of a 4-H experience coupled with the fun and wonder of camping in the great outdoors.
What: Kitsap 4-H Camp – 2025 Theme “Under the Olympic Canopy”
When: July 27, 2025 (5PM) – July 31, 2025 (10AM)
Who: Campers: Ages 8-16 (as of October 1st of the year prior to camp date). Prior 4-H membership is not required.
Location: Panhandle Lake 4-H Camp, Shelton, WA. It is located on 30 acres of land surrounded by 490 acres of tree farm owned by Panhandle/WSU/etc. The setting is ideal for learning and playing in a “wilderness” atmosphere. Buildings include a large dining hall, restrooms with plenty of showers and toilets, and an outdoor covered craft area. Each week we use the lodge one night for a camper dance party.
COST: $270. Scholarships are available if financial assistance is needed to attend. Please complete the 2025 Kitsap 4-H Camp Scholarship Request Form.
Registration instructions, camp description and more information regarding the camp can be found on the Kitsap County 4-H Website or by emailing Kitsap.County4H@wsu.edu.
Calling Future Film Makers!
We have some great opportunities for youth interested in the creation of anime, short, or feature films. We will be hosting another Teen Film Camp on Whidbey Island from July 15-19th, where participants get immersed in writing, filming, and editing their own films. Our mentors are experienced filmmakers that will be available to answer any questions and guide participants through the creative process. The films made at camp will be shown on the big screen on the last day of camp as a part of the Youth Film Festival on July 19th. See below for more information!
Teen Film Camp is an amazing opportunity for seniors in 4-H to get hands-on experience with creating a short film. Participants will get to learn about a variety of aspects of filmmaking from experienced filmmakers! Senior 4-H Members are invited to apply, but space is limited to 8 teens. Applications are being accepted from April 1st – April 14th, and those who are selected will be notified by April 31st. Camp Dates are July 15-19th, 2025 in Coupeville, Washington. For more information check out the Teen Film Camp website or email R-A Mazzola at r.mazzola@wsu.edu
If you are a filmmaker under the age of 18 and have created an anime, short, or feature film, we invite you to submit your completed project for possible showing at the 2025 Youth Film Festival. Selected filmmakers will be contacted by June 30th if their film has been chosen for the festival. The big event will be held from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm on July 19, 2025, at the Clyde Theater in Langley, Washington. For more information check out the Youth Film Festival website or email R-A Mazzola at r.mazzola@wsu.eduFilm Camp Flyer & Film Festival Flyer
Host Families Needed for 4-H International Exchange Summer Inbound Program
We are seeking host families for the 4-H International Exchange Summer Inbound Program. Students from Japan will be hosted in Washington State, Friday, July 25th, through Sunday, August 16th.
Apply to be a host family this summer! The screening process involves background checks, references, and a home visit. Delegates are placed with a youth host sibling in the home of the same gender and up to a four-year age difference. Volunteer host families must speak English in the home.
Learn more about the youth delegates by viewing their profiles.
Japanese delegates will be experiencing their program orientations in Ellensburg. Host families will need to pick up/drop off there.
Contact Carolyn at carolyn.russo@wsu.edu with any questions.
More Teen Opportunities
There are many wonderful ways for teens, leaders, and clubs – to get engaged in state-wide 4-H events. Teens who are already advanced in their leadership skills, from club and county experiences, find opportunities to grow in leadership with their statewide friends. Visit the state 4-H website for more teen opportunities.
Fair News
Important updates for families participating in our fairs
Fair Calendar
Don’t Miss Your Opportunity to Design the State 4-H Fair Patch!
Every year, a 4-H member’s design is selected for the Washington State 4-H Fair patch. This year, it could be yours! Submissions must be received by May 15th, so don’t wait! Submit your design today!
West Valley Fair
Mark your calendars for the 72nd annual West Valley Fair! The Fair Board and its supporters hope that you enjoy this very special event and the many fun activities provided. Activities include, 4-H & FFA Livestock exhibits, annual parade, Family & Consumer Science project displays, fun contests, food and more! For more information or rules and classifications please locate the West Valley Fair Premium book from their website.
Thursday, July 17th – Saturday, July 19th at 3100 Block of S. Wiley Rd.
Dog Show – Monday, July 14th *Cancelled*
Horse Show – Monday, July 14th
Livestock Judging – Thursday, July 17th at 8:00 am – Open to all 4-H / FFA members, even if you are not showing at this fair we welcome you to come participate!
Livestock entries – Due Sunday, June 1st by midnight online. The registration link & premium book can be found on the West Valley Fair website.
Reminder! Records books are required for juniors, intermediates & senior members showing animals! These will be due in the Blue Barn on Wednesday, July 16th no later than 8:00 pm. For Guidelines and scoresheets please reference the record book page of the Yakima County 4-H website, or feel free to contact the Extension Office for further information, at 509-574-1600 or by emailing Yakima.4H@wsu.edu.
A few dates to mark on your calendar:
- May 3rd @ 9:00 am Fairgrounds Work Day
- June 7th @ 9:00 am Fairgrounds Work Day
- June 21st @ 9:00 am Fairgrounds Work Day
- July 12 @ 9:00 am Fairgrounds Work Day & Set Up
In the next couple of months they will be rolling out more details, so keep an eye out for upcoming announcements on the West Valley Fair website. We’re gonna have a BLOOMIN’ GOOD TIME!!!
West Valley Fair Contests
Bucket of Junk Contest – Five-gallon buckets will be given to 20 entries including the same number of items, with unique pieces, otherwise known as “junk”. This activity’s main objective is to create a three-dimensional sculpture using all the pieces to create a work of art. Participants may do so by sanding, welding, gluing, cutting, bolting, fastening, bending, shaping, painting or finishing the items that are provided. Projects may also be mounted to a solid base for stability if needed. These buckets may be reserved by contacting Kattie Blanchard at 509-945-9309. All sculptures must be presentation-ready when submitted, by Saturday, July 12th from 9am-2pm. Please be sure to return your empty bucket and list of contents! For more information on the rules and judging criteria, please visit the West Valley Fair premium book on their website.
Pallet Upcycle Contest – The challenge is to take a wood pallet and repurpose it for a new use. The sky is the limit.
Two ways to participate.
- Pallet Painting
- Create a painted masterpiece. Can be themed or
- Must provide own full size pallet
- Pallet Repurpose- (furniture, planter boxes, décor etc)
- You must provide your own pallet(s).
- Must be composed of at least 75% of the used pallet(s).
- Must be able to transport your project to the West Valley fairgrounds.
Each age division will be awarded a winner in each category. Special awards will be given for the pallet upcycle project.
Yakima County 4-H Quilt Block Challenge – 4-H members can pick up a quilt block kit at the 4-H Office to incorporate with your own fabric to create an unfinished square to be judged at the fair. Submitted blocks will be assembled after the Central WA State Fair to create a community
Yakima County 4-H Block Quilt Challenge
Contribute to the Yakima 4-H Community Quilt
Your quilt blocks will not be returned however, you will receive your score sheets and any awards received.
Contest Rules
– Embellishments are allowed but must be securely attached and washable.
– Only submit an unfinished square that measures 12.5″ x12.5″
All fabric must be pre-washed
Two opportunities for judging quilt squares!
Central WA State Fair – Entry Submission Due September 6th
2025 Fair Still Life Contests – West Valley Fair & Central Washington State Fair
The Superintendent for West Valley Fair and the Central Washington State Fair has officially released the still life contest list for both events. There are multiple contests that have opportunities to be judged at both fairs! Be sure to check out the details on each of the 2025 Fair Still Life Contests (PDF).
Yakima Valley Fair & Rodeo
Registration is now open!! All animal registration will take place online through the Yakima Valley Fair & Rodeo FairEntry website. The deadline for entries are as follows:
- Large Animal Entries are due June 1, 2025.
- Small Animal Barn Entries are due July 1, 2025.
- **Steers were due March 21**
Swine, goats, and sheep will not have a tag pick up day, these species will be tagged upon making weight at check in for fair.
More information on the Yakima Valley Fair & Rodeo or to reference the complete exhibitor guide, please visit the Yakima Valley Fair & Rodeo website or email registeryvfr@gmail.com
Yakima Valley Fair & Rodeo 4-H Dairy Certificates Deadline
Attention 4-H members exhibiting dairy cattle at Yakima Valley Fair & Rodeo – Dairy Certificates are due May 31st!
Please ensure that your certificate is complete, by obtaining the following information:
- Member
- Guardian
- 4-H Leader
- Extension Office Faculty
- Ear Tag Number
You may request a signature from the Extension Office by coming to the office or attaching the document by email to Yakima.4H@wsu.edu
All signed & completed certificates must be submitted by email to the YVFR superintendents, Jared & Karen Sheehan at JKDairy2003@gmail.com, no later than May 31st!
Livestock News
Deadlines, news, rules, and opportunities for members in animal agriculture projects
Livestock Events
Central Washington Junior Livestock Show – 4-H Livestock Judging Competition
Thank you to all of our youth members who participated in this years livestock judging competition at the Central Washington Junior Livestock Show! This was a great year! All the official results have been emailed to our 4-H volunteers and club leaders. If you have any questions on the spreadsheet or the scores please contact us at Yakima.4H@wsu.edu.
2025 Washington 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest
This will be our 4th year hosting the Washington 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest at the Grant County Fairgrounds in Moses Lake, WA. The committee is looking forward to another successful contest year. The 2025 contest is scheduled for June 28 and will be held at the Ardell Pavilion, centered on the Grant County Fairgrounds. Contest guidelines and rules, and fillable registration forms are below and on the event page.
New for 2025:
- Ball caps and hats will not be allowed during the contest, the awards, or the photographs.
- Contestants from previous years who have competed at the National 4-H Livestock Judging Contest held in conjunction with the North American International Livestock Exhibition are ineligible to compete in the Washington State Contest for the remainder of their 4-H career.
Registrations will need to be sent to Robert.kestell@wsu.edu and CC pskuber@wsu.edu by end of day June 13, 2025. Late registrations will be charged a late registration fee. Any questions about the contest please contact Paul Kuber pskuber@wsu.edu. See you on June 28th.
Livestock Judging Contest Rules and Guidelines | National Contest Team Travel
Registration Forms: Junior, Intermediate, Senior
Green Valley 4-H Club at the Evergreen Spring Dairy Show
Great job to the Green Valley 4-H youth who participated at the Evergreen Spring Dairy Show! We are honored to have such quality youth represent our county.
Animal Ownership Timelines
4-H members need to be completely enrolled through 4-H Online, enrollment fee paid, and member approved. Their animals must be under the 4-H member’s regular care and management for the following periods of time prior to the official county exhibit activity, including junior livestock shows:
- Rabbits & Poultry – 45 days
- Cavies – 45 days
- Dogs – 60 Days
- Cats – 60 Days
- Goat – 60 Days
- Llama – 90 Days
- Sheep and Swine (Breeding & Market) – 60 Days
- Market Beef – 120 days
- Breeding Beef – 90 days
- Equine – 90 days
- Dairy – 90 Days
- Dairy Heifer Replacement – 60 Days
Note: Please make sure your horse & dairy certificates are turned into the Extension office or entered into 4-H Online at least 90 days before first show/event. Animal ownership timelines may be longer depending on the fair.
Equine News
Updates and opportunities for horse project members
Equine Events
Update to Horse Protection Act
An update to the Horse Protection Act was posted on the USDA APHIS website on March 20, 2025. The effective date of the Horse Protection Act final rule has been further postponed to February 1, 2026. There is no action required for 4-H Horse Shows / Fairs at this time.
If you are interested in further information on this matter, please visit the USDA APHIS website.
Equine Program News
Would you like to propose a change to the WA State 4-H Equine Rule Book? The WA State 4-H Equine Committee is listening! Rule proposals are accepted through the WA State 4-H Equine Rule Book Change Request Form until July 15. You can find the above form and additional equine program information on our WA State 4-H Equine page within the WA State 4-H website under Projects / Animal Science / Horse.
Connect with the WA State 4-H Equine Program through email: 4h.equine@wsu.edu; or drop in during State Equine Office Hours hosted on Zoom the fourth Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
Equi-Fair Results & Highlights
Thanks to everyone who came out to support or participate in this years Equi-Fair! Listed below are the results for our youth divisions who participated. Keep up the good work everyone!
Fitting & Showing
| Placing | Ribbon | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Blue | Brandon Gossett |
| 2nd | Blue | Jake Beaudry |
| 3rd | Blue | Kenadie SNyder |
| 4th | Red | Lynnsey Munoz |
| 5th | White | Soeli Van Pevenage |
| 6th | White | Paide Struthers |
| RES | White | Madison Morgan |
Hunt Seat Equitation / Saddle Seat Equitation
| Placing | Ribbon | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Blue | Jake Beaudry |
| 2nd | Red | Madison Morgan |
| 3rd | Red | Paige Struthers |
Reinsmanship
| Placing | Ribbon | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Red | Brandon Gossett |
Stock Seat Equitation
| Placing | Ribbons | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Blue | Jake Beaudry |
| 2nd | Blue | Madison Morgan |
| 3rd | Blue | Lynnsey Munoz |
| 4th | Blue | Kenadie Snyder |
| 5th | Red | Paige Struthers |
| 6th | White | Soelie Van Pevenage |
Working Ranch Horse
| Placing | Ribbon | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Blue | Jake Beaudry |
| 2nd | Blue | Madison Morgan |
| 3rd | Blue | Lynnsey Munoz |
| 4th | Blue | Paige Struthers |
| 5th | Red | Soeli Van Pevenage |
| 6th | White | Kenadie Snyder |
Reining
| Placing | Ribbon | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Blue | Madison Morgan |
| 2nd | Blue | Lynnsey Munoz |
| 3rd | Blue | Paige Struthers |
| 4th | Red | Jake Beaudry |
Fitting & Showing
| Placing | Ribbon | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Blue | Paisley Snyder |
| 2nd | Blue | Abby Jevne |
| 3rd | Red | Makenzie Johnston |
| 4th | White | Ariadne Kronberg |
| 5th | White | Lexy Bolin |
| 6th | White | Elise Shoemaker |
| RES | White | Kaidence Schmidt |
Hunt Seat Equitation / Saddle Seat Equitation
| Placing | Ribbon | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Blue | Makenzie Johnston |
| 2nd | Blue | Ariadne Kronberg |
| 3rd | Blue | Kaidence Schmidt |
| 4th | Red | Abby Jevne |
| 5th | Red | Elise Shoemaker |
| 6th | White | Lexy Bolin |
Stock Seat Equitation
| Placing | Ribbon | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Blue | Makenzie Johnston |
| 2nd | Blue | Ariadne Kronberg |
| 3rd | Blue | Abby Jevne |
| 4th | Red | Lexy Bolin |
| 5th | Red | Elise Shoemaker |
| 6th | Red | Kaidence Schmidt |
Working Ranch Horse
| Placing | Ribbon | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Red | Kaidence Schmidt |
| 2nd | Red | Makenzie Johnston |
| 3rd | White | Ariadne Kronberg |
Reining
| Placing | Ribbon | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Blue | Makenzie Johnston |
| 2nd | Blue | Ariadne Kronberg |
Fitting & Showing
| Placing | Ribbon | Contest |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Red | Madison Johnston |
| 2nd | White | Mayci Schmelzer |
Hunt Seat Equitation / Saddle Seat Equitation
| Placing | Ribbon | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Blue | Madison Johnston |
| 2nd | Red | Mayci Schmelzer |
Stock Seat Equitation
| Placing | Ribbon | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Red | Madison Johnston |
| 2nd | Red | Mayci Schmelzer |
Working Ranch Horse
| Placing | Ribbon | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Blue | Madison Johnston |
| 2nd | Blue | Mayci Schmelzer |
Reining
| Placing | Ribbon | Contestant |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Blue | Madison Johnston |
Upcoming Horse Events
Sagebrush Riders 4-H Club Annual Horse Show
The Sagebrush Riders 4-H Club Horse Show is one of Yakima County 4-H State Fair qualifying shows. This event includes Dressage, Performance, Driving & Gaming events. Out of county participants are welcome to join if interested!
Please note Dressage, Western Dressage, Reining and all Yakima County Medal Classes must be pre-entered. Pre-entries must be postmarked at least one week prior to show (May 24).
Information on the general rules, the schedule of events can be found on the Sagebrush Riders 4-H Club Horse Show Entry Form (PDF).
West Valley Fair Horse Show
Horse Show – Monday, July 14th at 8:00 am at the West Valley Fairgrounds Wiley City
Entry fee: $35.00 (2nd Horse – $10.00)
Entries due: July 10th, 2024 for medal classes
July 15th, 2024 for all other classes
Please enter before the day of the show! You may pay the day of the show with no post entry fee if you have pre-registered either by mail or phone. Post entries must be made by 7:30 am. All others must be made at least 3 classes prior to the class you wish to enter. Medals class entries have to be in a week before show – NO EXCEPTIONS! For more information please visit the West Valley Fair website.
Enter Now for the Washington State Junior 4-H Horse Show
Registration is open now for the 63rd annual Washington State Junior 4-H Horse Show! The event is June 27-30th at the Grant County Fairgrounds in beautiful Moses Lake!
Clinics will be held June 26th, including Dressage and Horsemanship & Pattern Skills (English or Western). Don’t wait to register! Entries must be postmarked by June 18th or received via email by June 20th. For more information and to register, please visit the the Yakima 4-H event page.
Washington State Junior Horse Show – Clinics
Washington State Junior Horse Show presents two clinics on Thursday, June 26th.
- Sue Sultze – Horsemanship – English or Western & Pattern Skills (PDF)
- Jillian Santi – Dressage Clinic (PDF)
Find more information regarding the clinics in the forms attached. Pre paid entry is required ** Mail by: June 15, 2025 Mail this portion with payment **
Make checks payable: WSJHS Mail Entries to: Kimberly Lansing 831 N Forsell Rd. Grandview, WA. 98930
For questions regarding this event please contact Kim Lansing at ms.berly@yahoo.com or by calling 509-539-0247.
Kittitas County 4-H Invites Yakima 4-H Horse Members to Events!
Kittitas County 4-H has generously invited members from Yakima County 4-H to participate at some of their equine events!
Equine event schedule:
- May 10th, 2025 – Spring Leader’s Show – Bloom
- June 21st – 22nd, 2025 – 2nd Horse Judging & Training Days – Bloom
- July 18th – 20th, 2025 – Horse Pre-Show – Rodeo Arena & Bloom
- October 5th, 2025 – Fall Leader’s Show – Bloom
- November 1st, 2025 – Tack Sale
If you have any questions, please contact the Kittitas County 4-H Office at 509-962-7507.
News You Can Use
Local events and opportunities through WSU Extension and our community partners
Other Upcoming Opportunities
4-H Curriculum & Publications available for purchase at the Yakima WSU Extension office!
We have a library of 4-H curriculum available to our 4-H members and volunteers to help you on your projects! Everything from poultry to sheep & sport fishing to woodworking, to… Well, you get the idea! We are happy to find you the publication you need to take your projects to the next level! We have record books and record book cover in stock. Peruse our samples of 4-H curriculum before ordering!
Come by Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm or 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm at the Yakima WSU Extension Office, 2403 S. 18th Street, Suite 100, Union Gap, WA. 98903.
Central Washington Agricultural Museum – Upcoming Union Gap Events 2025
Whether you are a fan of antique tractors and machinery, a history enthusiast or just looking for a friendly family outing this summer – The Central Washington Agricultural Museum is hosting multiple different events that may be of interest to you.
| Event Name | Dates |
|---|---|
| AsparaFest! | May 17 & 18 |
| Swap Meet | June 7 |
| Old Town Days & Civil War Re-enactment | June 14 & 15 |
| Pioneer Power Show & Swap Meet | August 16 & 17 |
| Vintiques UnRun | October 4 |
| Agri-Copia | October 11 & 12 |
Visit the museum, located at 4508 Main Street, Union Gap, WA. 98903 and check out their collection of more than 150 antique tractors, over 1,000 pieces of historic machinery and acres of exhibits that showcase life on the farm over the past 100 years.
Looking for more information? View their website online or contact the museum faculty directly by calling 509-457-8735 or emailing info@centralwaagmuseum.org
4-H Resources & Important Links
Quick links, references, and other useful information for 4-H clubs and families
“WSU Yakima County Extension empowers our families, communities, and local partners through a network of educators and volunteers to provide research-based outreach and creative solutions to enhance agricultural productivity, environmental stewardship, and quality of life.”
Alison White – Regional Specialist
4-H Youth Development
alison.white@wsu.edu
Autumn Britt – 4-H Program Manager
4-H Youth Development
autumn.britt@wsu.edu
Katlyn Shockey – 4-H Program Specialist
4-H Youth Development
yakima.4h@wsu.edu
katlyn.shockey@co.yakima.wa.us