Burlington--On July 8, University of Vermont Extension 4-H hosted the annual 4-H state horse judging contest for Vermont 4-H club members.
The event took place at the Addison County Fair and Field Days site in New Haven during the state 4-H horse show. The 4-H'ers, divided into groups according to their age, judged Morgans, quarter horses and hunter under saddle classes.
While all competitors provided placings for each class, the seniors, ages 14-18, also were required to give oral reasons with scores from judging and reasons combined for a final score. Rosette ribbons were handed out to up to 10 highest individual scorers in each division.
Placements were as follows:
Juniors (8-10): Giselle Fenoff, Danville (first); Ivy Lea-Simons, Shelburne (second); Paityn Paradee, Swanton (third); Addison Erickson, Florence (fourth)
Juniors (11-13): Karson Cook, Georgia (first); Kelsey Paradee, Swanton (second); Annabel Carson, South Londonderry (third); Logan Claypool, Milton (fourth); Madison Markwell, Greenfield, Massachusetts (fifth); Jillian Murdough, Essex Junction (sixth); Emma Sibley, Milton (seventh); Emma Cater, Colchester (eighth); Addie Ploof, Westford (ninth); Seanna Erickson, Florence (tenth)
Seniors (14 and older): Jasmine Mooney, St. Johnsbury (first); Grace Parks, Essex (second); Faith Ploof, Westford (third); Jenna Dolloph, Chester (fourth); Vivienne Babbott, Hinesburg (fifth); Megan Carson, South Londonderry (sixth); Madeline Tylenda, Essex Junction (seventh); Greta Friesan, Hinesburg (eighth); Tucker Murdough, Essex Junction (ninth); Katherine Heath, Bristol (tenth)
For inquiries about the Vermont 4-H horse program, call the State 4-H office at (802) 651-8343.