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Equine Exhibits

Welcome to the Horse barn at Skamania County Fair & Timber Carnival! Our Horse Barn at the Fair is for 4-Hers, and we’re glad you're joining us. Our horse program is a cornerstone of the fair, giving young people hands-on experience in animal husbandry while sharing agricultural traditions with our community. And since admission is free, your whole family can come out to cheer you on!

Horse 4-H Clubs

Dreamcatchers
Happy Tails
Boots and Bridals
East Wind Riders

How to Enter

All entries are handled through the FairEntry system. 4-H Exhibitors: You'll get regular updates and reminders through your 4-H office via the Clover Reporter.

What You'll Need to Do

Showing horses at the fair is more than just stepping into the ring.

Here's what's expected:

Show each animal in performance or gaming classes (or both!)
Participate in showmanship for each horse you're exhibiting
Complete an equine record for each animal
Create a poster to display
Complete horse judging
Pitch in for herdsmanship within each club, you will be keeping the barns clean and animals comfortable, which is a team effort each day!

Classes & Competitions

Showmanship: Divided by age groups – this is where your handling skills shine.

Performance Classes: Sorted by age groups and many different disciplines. This is where you can show off the skills you have learned and perfected over the last year.

Gaming Classes: Sorted by age groups - this is where you can show off your precision and speed in 6 different speed events.