St. Clair County 4-H Horse Leaders

*The purpose of this organization is to:*
	Promote continuous growth in programs fostering horsemanship education, initiative, self reliance, sportsmanship and other desirable traits of character.
	To experience the pride and responsibilities associated with the care, feeding, management and health of the animal.
	To promote a greater love for animals and to establish a humane attitude toward them.
	To learn safety precautions to prevent injuries to themselves, their mounts and others.
	To learn skills in horsemanship and an understanding of the business of breeding, raising and training horses.
	To appreciate horseback riding as a healthy and wholesome form of recreation as well as to stimulate appreciation and conservation of our responsibilities through working in groups and supporting community horse projects and activities.
	To encourage participation by all 4-H members desiring to participate regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status.
*Goals:*
	Through association leader ship and instruction, it is our goal that the 4-H member derive all the enjoyment and benefits possible as a result of participating in meetings, clinics and other educational programs provided through 4-H.
	The SCC 4-H HLA will provide activities where each 4-H member to the extent possible, in all activities provided by the association.
	The SCC 4-H HLA will provide age appropriate activities where each 4-H member can be exposed to cooperative working experiences that lead to common group goals.
	The SCC 4-H HLA will provide each 4-H member with opportunities to experience good leadership, fair play, good horsemanship, a sense of honesty, character, pride and good sportsmanship at all times.
	The SCC 4-H HLA will always provide, conduct and host programs with proper instructions, teaching methods, conditions, rules, health, safety and provide for the welfare of each participant and project animal in accordance with county 4-H rules.

Disclaimer
The St. Clair County Horse Leaders Association is an entity of the St. Clair County 4-H Program under the umbrella of Michigan State University Extension. MSU Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, handicap, religion, age, sexual orientation, political beliefs, marital status, or family status.