Saturday, March 30, 2013

Equine Ambassador Program


We are excited to announce the 2013 Texas 4-H Equine Ambassador Program application process is open.

On August 11-15, 2013, the Statewide Texas 4-H Equine Ambassador Leadership Program will be held in Gainesville, Texas at the Lone Oak Retreat, http://loneoakretreat.com .   This event encourages young people in 4-H to develop leadership skills and improve their understanding of the equine industry.  The goal of the program is to enable these young people to develop abilities that will make them leaders in tomorrow’s horse industry.

Participation is open to all districts of the state.   Participation is open to 4-H youth ages 14-17 years of age with a genuine interest in the equine industry.  

Application process is currently open  Apply Online @the following link: EQUINE AMBASSADOR APPLICATION  through April 30. The maximum number of 4-H Equine ambassadors will be 30.   These participants will be chosen by the Texas AgriLife Equine Ambassador Committee. Application does not guarantee acceptance into the program.  Applicants will be notified of their acceptance before registration opens on 4-H Connect  June 1. 

The cost of the school will be $250.00 per participant.  This will include meals, lodging and all materials.  Students will not be allowed to stay elsewhere. 

Please contact Cory at cmtalley@ag.tamu.edu for more information if you are interested. 


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