Alleghany's "Happy Trails" 4-H Horse Camp

The Alleghany 4-H "Happy Trails" Horse Camp will be held July 28-31, 2009 at the Alleghany County Fairgrounds. Participants will enjoy improving their horsemanship skills and take part in special activities such as, trail rides, trainings, etc. They will also have an opportunity to participate in a mini horse show.

There are also openings for Junior Leaders. To be eligible, you must be 16-19 years old and a current 4-H member. Junior leaders assist with camp activities. If you are selected to be a Junior Leader, there will not be a charge for the camp, but you are still required to fill out all forms.

If you are interested in attending this camp or being a Junior Leader, please print, fill out & mail in the application form. The application deadline is June 1, 2009. (**4-13-09 Update:  Deadline date changed from May 1 to June 1; Application form changed also)

If you are notified of being accepted for camp, you will receive a camp manual that outlines the planned activities. The following forms will be required.

* 4-H Enrollment Form

* 4-H Medical Information & Informed Consent Form

* Parent's Agreement & Consent Form

* 4-H Health History & Custody Release

* 4-H Photo Release

* Release of Liability Statement

* Health Record for Horse & Current Negative Coggins for E.I.A.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact the 4-H office at 336-372-5597 or Donna Hash at 336-359-8457.