Knowledge Beyond the Saddle.
Do you love horses? Want to learn more about them, meet other horse enthusiasts, and compete in exciting educational contests?
The Sevier County 4-H Smoky Mountain Horse & Pony Club offers youth in grades 4–12 the opportunity to grow their equine knowledge through hands-on activities, interactive lessons, guest speakers, and competitions. Members can participate in Horse Bowl, Hippology, Horse Judging, Public Speaking, clinics, tours, and more—all while building leadership skills, confidence, and lasting friendships.
Whether you dream of working with horses, compete regularly, or simply want to learn, there’s a place for you in our club. No horse ownership is required—just a willingness to learn and a love for horses.
Come discover why learning goes beyond the saddle!
📅 2026–2027 Smoky Mountain Horse & Pony Club Schedule
Our inaugural Sevier County 4-H Smoky Mountain Horse & Pony Club season is almost here!
This year, members will have the opportunity to explore the world of horses through interactive lessons, guest speakers, hands-on activities, and preparation for Horse Bowl, Hippology, Horse Judging, Public Speaking, and more.
Our tentative calendar is now available to help families plan for the year. As we continue building this exciting new program, additional opportunities—including clinics, farm tours, workshops, and special events—may be added throughout the year.
📅 Please note: This schedule is tentative and is subject to change. Members will be notified of any updates as they occur.
We can’t wait to kick off an incredible first year of learning, leadership, and fun!
Knowledge Beyond the Saddle. 🍀🐴
🍀 Additional 4-H Opportunities
Youth in 7th grade and up are highly encouraged to participate in Sevier County 4-H Honor Club, which meets every second Thursday of the month from 5:00–6:00 p.m. Honor Club provides older 4-H members with opportunities to develop leadership skills, participate in community service, build friendships, and prepare for advanced 4-H experiences.
Many Honor Club meetings are held immediately following our Horse & Pony Club practices, making it easy for members to participate in both programs.
Interested in livestock? Livestock programs also meet on Thursdays following Horse & Pony Club and Honor Club meetings. Youth interested in livestock judging, livestock showing, or skill-a-thon are encouraged to stay and get involved. These programs offer excellent opportunities to expand your agricultural knowledge, develop valuable skills, and compete at the county, regional, and state levels.
We encourage members to take advantage of these additional opportunities to grow as leaders, build new skills, and make the most of their 4-H experience! 🍀
Questions?
Contact Danielle Rinker at danirinker@utk.edu
Please note that if Sevier County Schools are canceled due to inclement weather, any 4-H event, club meeting, or workshop scheduled for that day is also canceled.