Cash prizes and other awards are given. Hippology is a contest that tests your knowledge of horses. The contest is done in several phases. It includes an exam phase, which is a written test that covers many horse topics, and a station phase where contestants identify horse feeds, equipment, breeds, and colors. The contest includes horse judging, public speaking, demonstrations, and a horse show.
Winners can compete in the regional and national competitions.
The Senior Teen Leadership Weekend is open to 4-H'ers, ages 14 and up. State winners attend the national competition. This contest is open only to Senior 4-H'ers, ages 14 and up. The Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to people of all ages, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, or disability and is an equal opportunity employer. Clemson University Cooperating with U.S. Department of Agriculture and South Carolina Counties.