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Who We Are
Mission Statement
Who We Are:
The Salmon Model Horse 4-H Club began in 1993 and ran for two years before going on a long hiatus until the summer of 2002 when it returned as part of the week-long Project Camp. The youths had so much fun they wanted to continue so after the 2002 Lemhi County Fair, the club officially returned as a county 4-H project.
The club meets once a month either at the County Commissioner's Annex or the Salmon Library. We also have two or three all-day mini-camps so members can make tack and work on scenes for their show photos.
Members also participate in a live model horseshow and display their models at the Lemhi County Fair in August.
What We Do:
By using model horses, members learn the basics such as colors, markings, and breeds. They also learn to make their own model-sized English and Western saddles, bridles, and halters. Members participate in model horse shows which are run the same as real or live horse shows. There are classes like English and Western Pleasure, Trail, Jumping, and Gymkhana events. Showing in a model show requires knowledge of the various class rules and paying close attention to detail, since an entry could be placed down simply because the saddle pad was crooked, the halter too loose or the cinch too far back. As the members advance, they also learn to customize their models by repainting them and adding mohair.
Model Horse 4-H Clubs are the perfect answer for youngsters too young to participate in the regular 4-H horse program or for those who can't, for various reasons including health, have a real horse.
Introducing Leader, Susan Dudasik
The Salmon Model Horse 4-H Club is lead by Susan Dudasik, an veteran equine journalist and long time mule enthusiast.Susan also enjoys the challenge of trail events and even gave a special "Horseless Trail Class" presentation at the Western Regional 4-H Leaders' Forums in Alaska and California. In addition, she has also taught Trail class clinics in California, Florida, and Idaho, including the Idaho State 4-H Camp in Alpine, Wyoming.
Pictured here is Susan's current mount, "Ginger," moments before the start of a parade. They can be seen at various shows around the Idaho countryside!
Aboard her favorite mount Josephine, a Thoroughbred molly mule, Susan competed successfully on the California open show circuit for many years in a field generally dominated by horses.Together they earned the title of World Champion Green Trail Mule at the 1987 Bishop Mule Days, which later lead to an invitation to ride in the prestigous 100th Tournament of Roses Parade, as an Ambassador representative of the longear breed everywhere in this country!
The 4-H Pledge
"I pledge:
My head to clearer thinking
My heart to greater loyalty
My hands to larger service and
My health to better living for my club,
my community, my country, and my world."The 4-H name & the 4-H logo are service marks
protected under 18 U.S.C. 707.
How to Join
Club Requirements:
The Salmon Model Horse 4-H Club is for youngsters 9 to 18 years old. It runs from October 1st to September 30th of each year. To complete the project, club members must attend at least 6 regular meetings, do a demonstration, give two reports on an equine-related book, video or magazine article, participate in a community service and fund-raising activity, complete a record book and the phase requirement check-off list, have an exhibit at the Lemhi County Fair and participate in the club's "live" model horse show. There is a different phase requirement check-off list for each year of club participation.
Members will need at least one Traditional-sized, realistic-looking model horse of any breed or color, preferably one that is in a standard showring acceptable position.
Fees:
For the Salmon Model Horse 4-H Club there is a $5 non-refundable 4-H membership fee which is for all 4-H projects a member chooses to participate in. Additionally, there is also a $2 insurance fee. So, the total cost to join the Salmon Model Horse 4H Club is $7. There may be additional expenses for the cost of models, tack, and supplies.
Get involved, Volunteer!Contact us:
For more information on the Salmon Model Horse 4-H Club, or to join, please write:
Salmon Model Horse 4H Club
c/o Susan Dudasik, Leader
PO Box 1086
Salmon ID 83467
or phone Susan Dudasik, Leader at 208-756-3182
or email Susan at [email protected]
About 4H
ATTENTION OTHER 4-H MODEL HORSE CLUBS!
We're interested in starting a new network of 4H model horse groups around the country. If interested, please get in touch with us! (See Nav bar atop page for email info).
The 4-H name & the 4-H logo are service marks
protected under 18 U.S.C. 707.Disclaimer: "To enrich education through diversity, the University of Idaho is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and educational institution."
4-H is a community of young people across America learning leadership, citizenship and life skills.
