Just a reminder that this year, we will be diligently checking your yellow copies of the enrollment form when 4-H members check in to the State Fair Horse Show, so please make sure you have it with you at check-in time. Horses without a yellow copy of the form will not be allowed to check-in; and gas is WAY too expensive to have to drive back and get the form. Please pass this message along to all others in your club, or that you know, that may be planning to attend the State Fair Horse Show.
New State Fair Drug Policy:
Dear State Fair Horse and Pony Exhibitor:
This letter is to clarify the State Fair drug policy as it applies to the State 4-H Horse and Pony show. As of April 18, 2008 , the State Fair Board of Directors has adopted the guidelines of the United States Equestrian Federation as the drug policy for the Indiana State Fair 4-H Horse and Pony show. Adoption of these guidelines brings the State Fair Horse show into alignment with other large shows across the country.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A STATE FAIR POLICY; NOT A 4-H PROGRAM POLICY AND SHOULD HAVE NO EFFECT ON HOW COUNTY AND AREA 4-H HORSE AND PONY SHOWS ARE CONDUCTED.
The USEF provides a pamphlet detailing the drug policy, including allowed medications, and allowed therapeutic levels of medications, on the website below:
http://www.usef.org/documents/competitions/2007/2007DrugsMedsGuidelines.pdf
It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to ensure that their animal is in compliance with the guidelines described in this pamphlet. Failure to be in compliance may result in sanctions as described in the Indiana State Fair 4-H/FFA Premium book. If you have questions about the use of any medications, please consult with your veterinarian.
Dr. Colleen Brady, Youth Horse Extension Specialist
Cary Cervenka, State Fair Director, 4-H Horse and Pony Show
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Ralph Waldo Emerson
With the new fairgrounds, there will be new challenges. While the leadership is trying to have everything planned, we may have to adjust the way we handle things. Good attitudes will be critical to having a successful fair. A successful fair is one where every youth member participating has the chance to do their best and is shown respect and admiration for having done that best.
Parents, youth and volunteers are all partners in this process. Join us in making 2006 a great Fair.
