The Forest County 4H Horse and Pony Club Show recently took place at the Forest County Fairgrounds, featuring 10 members ranging from 9 years old to recent high school graduates. Led by Amy Kuebler for the past seven years, the club emphasizes leadership, community, and building confidence rather than competition. The program is beginner-friendly, focusing on personal growth and teamwork through horsemanship and showmanship activities judged during the event.

Participants expressed how the club has helped them develop skills in collaborating with horses and each other, with some members like Melani Fraley highlighting the need for more participants to enhance activities like the drill team. The kids also enjoy creative aspects of the program and the excitement of events such as barrel racing, which they performed in front of a crowd on Sunday. Overall, the club fosters a supportive environment where youth can learn, grow, and have fun with horses.