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Commission hears 4-H horse club update; organizers seeking a venue and volunteer leaders
Summary
Commission received an update on the proposed 4-H equine club: organizers have interested children and adult volunteers but need a regular host venue; churches and community spaces are being explored.
The Lakeville Agricultural Commission received an update on a proposed 4-H horse club, including membership interest, leadership and venue needs.
Commissioners were told the club has at least five children signed up and additional interested youth; however, rules require at least five children from more than one family. Organizers reported potential membership of 10 to 12 children and interest from two adults willing to serve as assistant leaders.
The 4-H horse educator recommended the program not be held at her private home. Commissioners discussed possible venues: the library (limited availability), the Cowboy Shack (exterior work done but interior still under renovation), and local churches. The group noted that the library currently only had one suitable night available and that meeting end-times would need to respect the library's scheduling constraints.
Organizers said meeting frequency would likely be biweekly and that space for 15 to 20 people would be preferable to allow room for children, leaders and families. The club name "Flying Hooves" has been chosen and a logo has been created by a volunteer.
Commissioners asked organizers to continue outreach to churches and other community venues. They also discussed creating a separate Cloverbuds group for younger children if sufficient interest develops.
