Submitted by Bernadine Wiesen, CCE Executive Director
Rensselaer County was well represented at the Eastern National 4-H Roundup, held in conjunction with the North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) in Louisville, Kentucky. Brigham Logue of Johnsonville spent some fast paced days in Kentucky as part of the educational trip associated with being on the New York State 4-H Horse Communications Team. In addition to that team, Brigham travelled with all the other New York National Team members from across the state for Horse Judging, Hippology and Horse Bowl.
It was a great experience according to Brigham and as exciting as the contest day was, he really appreciated the day spent in and around Lexington where the New York delegation went to the Kentucky Equine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Center (KESMARC), Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, Kentucky Horse Park and Keeneland. Members were able to explore careers and businesses pivotal to the Equine Industry.
The members of the Horse Communications Team all placed in the top 10 in their respective divisions. Mr. Brigham placed 5th for Individual presenters. As a result, the New York State Horse Communications Team placed 2nd overall and brought home plates declaring them the Reserve Champion Horse Communications Team. A hearty thanks goes out to the Horse Communications Team Coach, Sarah Bagley, New York State 4-H Horse Program, volunteers, parents and local supporters of our 4-H program.