4‑H members showcase their clubs and projects in the 4‑H tents. The displays include sewing, arts and crafts, artwork, creative writing, woodworking, photography, and horticulture. Goats, sheep, a variety of small animals, and horses are all on display at the Fair.
For information about 4‑H clubs in Burlington County, and how you and your family can be part of the 4‑H fun, come and meet 4‑H leaders and members at the 4‑H Tent. Or contact Brianna Boyd, Burlington County 4‑H Program Associate, at 609-265-5052 or burlington4h@njaes.rutgers.edu.
When 4‑H was started, boys and girls were members of clubs which raised crops, livestock, and preserved foods. The main purpose was to transfer the research based knowledge from the land grant universities to the local community. Today, the 4‑H Youth Development Program continues to be a "learn by doing", research-based, educational experience for youth.
In addition to animal care and horticulture, new project activities include technology, drama, science, engineering, healthy living and photography. The resources of the New Jersey land grant university - Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey - provide support and educational opportunities to 4‑H youth as well as adult volunteers. Through the leadership of dedicated adult volunteers, youth develop leadership abilities, self-confidence, and life skills. These attributes prepare young people for the challenges of the 21st century. The 4‑H experience is available to all youth. 4‑H prohibits discrimination in all programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status. Interested adults are invited to serve as volunteers making a difference.
| 10:00am | 4‑H Meat, Fiber and Dairy Goat Show - North Show Tent |
| 4:00pm | 4‑H Goat Exhibition and Obstacle Course - South Show Tent |
| 5:00pm | Jr. & Sr. Equestrian of the Year Contest - North Show Tent |
| 6:00pm | Arram Dawn Farm Drill Team Exhibition – Horse Arena |
| 7:00am | Open Schooling Dressage Ring - Horse Arena |
| 10:00am | 4‑H Open Poultry Show – Small Animal Tent |
| 6:00pm | Meet the 4‑H Horse Clubs! – Horse Arena |
| 7:00am | Open English Horse Show - Horse Arena |
| 10:00pm | Cook, Sew and Grow 4‑H Club Fashion Show - North Show Tent |
| 11:00am | Animal Costume Parade - Fur, Feathers and Four Legged Friends Club - South Show Tent |
| 1:00pm | Livestock Handling Clinic – Livestock Tent |
| 5:30pm | Butterfly Release by the 4‑H Club Pollinator Protectors – North Show Tent |
| 6:00pm | 4‑H Awards Presentation - North Show Tent |
| 6:00pm | Arram Dawn Farm Drill Team Exhibition - Horse Arena |
| 7:30pm | Burlington County 4‑H Cloggers - North Show Tent |
| CANCELLED | Open Western Horse Show - Horse Arena |
| 6:00pm | Family Fun Game Night - Horse Arena |
| 7:00am | Open Cloverbud Fun Day - Horse Arena |
| 8:30am | FFA Dairy Handlers Showmanship Competition – South Show Tent |
| 1:00pm | Kiss the Pig Contest, followed by 4‑H Small Animal Club Award Presentations - North Show Tent |
| 6:00pm | Open Game Night - Horse Arena |
Have you ever seen Burlington County's very own rhythmic dancing 4‑H Cloggers?
Having been around for almost 40 years, the Burlington County 4‑H Cloggers are the oldest clogging group in New Jersey. They are a wonderful group of 4‑H youth in grades K-12. The club is very active, performing locally and around the tri-state area at events, fairs, and many service oriented performances like nursing homes and senior citizen events. The members learn to improve their public speaking skills while announcing at performances, and develop their citizenship and leadership skills with the yearly community services projects they perform, all while having fun learning the art of Clog Dancing.
The Burlington County 4‑H Cloggers are supported by hard-working parents who take an active role in the club. Club members, leaders, and parents can all attest to the fact that Clogging is a terrific experience for these 4‑H'ers.
The Burlington County 4‑H Cloggers will perform at 7:30pm in the North Show Tent on Thursday, July 20, 2023.
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July 19-22, 2023
RULES FOR ALL SHOWS
- Riders must sign a release/waiver form before mounting (if rider is under 18 years old, form must be signed by parent/legal guardian in advance – signatures from trainers, friends, siblings, other family members, etc. will not be accepted).
- An ORIGINAL negative Coggins test dated within 12 months of the show is required for every equine. It must be shown to the Show Secretary before you will be permitted to ride.
- Equines must be at least 4 years old to show. Schooling of animals who are not registered participants in the show is not permitted. Unruly or unsound equines will not be permitted. Determination of same will be at the discretion of the judge and/or Show Committee. No stallions allowed.
- All riders must be in grades 4 or above for all shows except Saturday morning Cloverbud show. Rider's grade in school is as of the 2022-2023 school year.
- Senior: grade 9 to adult
- Junior: grades 4‑8
- Mini Stirrup: grades 4‑5
- Short Stirrup: grades 6‑7
- Beginner Rider: riders 4th grade and above in their first 2 years of showing (excluding lead line)
- Youth who participate in the Cloverbud Division may only ride in the Cloverbud Division. Cloverbuds will NOT be judged or placed in their classes; they will receive participation prizes. Cost for Cloverbuds: $10/class or $25 day rate (entire Cloverbud division).
- Fence Heights:
- Small Ponies: 2'3"
- Medium Ponies: 2'3"
- Large Ponies: 2'6"
- Horses: 2'9"
- Low Hunter: 2'
- Proper tack and show attire is required for each discipline, unless stated otherwise. All riders must wear a properly fitted ASTM/SEI safety helmet with chinstrap securely fastened at all times when mounted.
- Shows will be conducted in accordance with the following 4‑H rules and regulations:
- No pre-registration. The secretary's stand will open for registration and schooling approximately one hour before each show's scheduled start time.
- All decisions of the Judge and/or Show Committee will be final. Should any questions or disputes arise, they will be referred to the Show Committee for resolution.
- Classes may be canceled/combined at the discretion of the Show Committee and class lists may be modified at any time, with or without notice, by the Show Committee.
- The Burlington County 4‑H Horse Advisory Council, the 4‑H Youth Development Program, the Burlington County Board of County Commissioners, the Judges, the Show Committee and/or Burlington County Farm Fair will not be responsible for loss of or damage to property and/or accident and/or injury and/or death to horse, rider or spectator.
- An open check or cash payment is required at time of registration.
Wednesday, July 19, 2023 - 7:00am
- Entry Fee: $20/test
- No pre-registration required.
- The show will be held in a standard large dressage arena.
- Our judge will be available from 7am – 11am. No ride times will be assigned or reserved. Riders shall present to the ring when ready and will be admitted to show on a first come, first served basis.
- Riders may ride any current version of USDF/USEF/FEI test(s) of their choice.
- Riders must supply 2 paper copies of the test(s) they wish to ride at time of registration.
- Each horse/rider combination may ride up to 2 tests.
- Riders may compete up to 2 horses.
- Horses may be ridden by a maximum of 2 riders.
Wednesday, July 19, 2023 - 6:00pm
During this event, spectators will have an opportunity to learn about the Horse Project 4‑H Clubs in Burlington County! We'll showcase each club by introducing their leaders and bringing a few friendly horse ambassadors out into the ring for spectators to meet, pet, take photos, etc.! Come out and meet the 4‑H Horse Clubs!
Thursday, July 20, 2023 - 7:00am
- Entry Fee: $15/class or $50 day rate
- Classes may be canceled/combined at the discretion of the Show Committee.
- Marshall Sterling classes $40/class
- Fence Height:
Small Ponies: 2'3" Horses: 2'9" Medium Ponies: 2'3" Low Hunter: 2' Large Ponies: 2'6" Schooling Hunter: 2'6
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Friday, July 21, 2023 - 7:00am
- Entry Fee: $15/class or $50 day rate
- Classes may be canceled/combined at the discretion of the Show Committee.
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Friday, July 21, 2023 - 6:00pm
- Entry Fee: $15/class or $50 day rate
- Classes may be canceled/combined at the discretion of the Show Committee.
- English or Western tack may be used.
- Attire: long pants, shirts with sleeves and boots. No sneakers, no tank tops.
- Horse and rider must enter the ring unassisted at the walk or trot. Riders must wait for the gate to close before crossing the starting line.
- A horse/pony may only be used once per class. No more than 10 classes per horse/pony.
- Minis (VSEs) may be used in-hand for classes 1, 4, 5, 6, 8.
- This show is intended to be a fun, family event. We ask our more competitive gamers to participate in our Open Game Night on Saturday, July 22, 2023.
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Saturday, July 22, 2023 - 7:00 am
- Entry Fee: $25 day rate
- Classes may be canceled/combined at the discretion of the Show Committee.
- All riders will receive participation ribbons for each class and one participation award for the day.
- Minimum age for riders is 3 years old. Maximum age is 3rd grade (during the 2022-2023 school year).
- Horses may be used by 2 different riders.
- English or Western tack may be used.
- Cantering is not permitted on Cloverbud Day.
- Attire: long pants, shirts with sleeves and boots. No sneakers, no tank tops.
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Saturday, July 22, 2023 - 6:00pm
- Entry Fee: $15/class or $50 day rate
- Classes may be canceled/combined at the discretion of the Show Committee.
- English or Western tack may be used.
- Attire: long pants, shirts with sleeves and boots. No sneakers, no tank tops.
- Horse and rider must enter the ring unassisted at the walk or trot. Riders must wait for the gate to close before crossing the starting line.
- A horse/pony may only be used once per class. No more than 10 classes per horse/pony.
- This show is intended for our more competitive gamers!
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Every year at the Farm Fair, 4‑H Horse Project members may compete for the title of Burlington County 4‑H Equestrian of the Year. The winner is judged on equine knowledge and public speaking at an event held Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at 5:00pm in the North Show Tent. Judges select a Junior and Senior Equestrian of the Year. You are invited to learn more about our 4‑H members and their competence in the horse project. If you are interested in getting involved, feel free to ask any one of the volunteers at this event. New members are welcome.
The "Kiss the Pig!" event is sponsored by the Burlington County 4‑H Small Animal Advisory Council. Be sure to stop at the 4‑H Small Animal Tent and vote for the person you would like to see kiss a pig. During the Fair, jars with photos of the contestants will be on display. To cast your vote, drop a donation in the jar of your choice. The contestant with the most money in their jar will kiss the pig on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at 1:00pm in the North Show Tent. The money donated is used by the 4‑H Small Animal Advisory Council to provide support and equipment for the small animal clubs.
State of New Jersey Department of Agriculture's Fair/Show Animal Health Recommendations, Regulations and Forms. This document can also be found on the New Jersey Department of Agriculture's website.
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