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Horsing around at the county fair
Horsing around at the county fair

4-H and FFA youth enjoy decorating the stable barns at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds. Here a horse by the name of Sky is pictured next to her placement ribbons. Sky is a member of the Shiloh 4-...


jmccorkell By Jonathan McCorkell Staff Reporter jmccorkell@turlockjournal.com 209-634-9141 ext. 2015
POSTED June 26, 2012 2:00 p.m.

Hundreds of 4-H and FFA youth put their skills to the test Tuesday at the Showmanship and Western horse competitions held at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds.

Tuesday’s competitions were just two of the events held during this week’s pre-fair horse events.

“Horse shows are a great part of Fair,” said Laura Moore, exhibits manager. “We hope everyone comes out to see the spectacular events.”

Pre-fair horse events continue Wednesday with 4-H/FFA Gymkhana in the morning and Open Gymkhana beginning at 6:30 p.m. On Saturday, the day will begin with Cutting at 7:30 a.m., followed by Branding. Open Cattle Classes are set to start at 6:30 p.m. Saturday.

For more information on pre-fair horse events, visit www.stancofair.com.
Jun. 26, 2012 02:00p.m. EDT Horsing around at the county fair Turlock Journal

Hundreds of 4-H and FFA youth put their skills to the test Tuesday at the Showmanship and Western horse competitions held at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds.

Tuesday’s competitions were just two of the events held during this week’s pre-fair horse events.

“Horse shows are a great part of Fair,” said Laura Moore, exhibits manager. “We hope everyone comes out to see the spectacular events.”

Pre-fair horse events continue Wednesday with 4-H/FFA Gymkhana in the morning and Open Gymkhana beginning at 6:30 p.m. On Saturday, the day will begin with Cutting at 7:30 a.m., followed by Branding. Open Cattle Classes are set to start at 6:30 p.m. Saturday.

For more information on pre-fair horse events, visit www.stancofair.com.

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