What Are Expectations Of The 4-H Participant?

An individual (youth) who leases a horse as a 4-H project:

1. To be responsible for the care of the animal in whatever manner is mutually agreeable to both the owner (lessor) and youth (lessee).
2. To complete a horse identification form as required by local counties to identify the horse as a 4-H project.
3. As a part of the educational experience of leasing a horse, to work in consultation with the owner (lessor) to develop a lease agreement on the horse selected for the Ohio 4-H program (see attached suggestions for developing a lease agreement).
4. Prior to any deadline date established by your local County Extension Office, to submit to the local County Extension Office a completed copy of the horse identification form and lease agreement for verification purposes ONLY.