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My daughter  (9yo Junior) has had an interest in horses this summer so I set up this webpage for her to work on this badge. Feel free to use as-is, tweaking as needed for your own Junior Girl Scout.
 

HORSE FAN BADGE

  • You need to complete a total of six activities to earn this Junior Girl Scout Badge.
  • Websites listed should help you complete some of the activities.
  • Movies listed below will take a little while to load so please be patient & ask for help if there is any problem.

Activity # 2 -- Caring for Horses

  • Learn what is involved in the care of a horse.
  • Find out how much and what kind of food a horse needs daily.
  • What are some acceptable treats?
  • How often does a horse need to be shod and why? You can email Grandma Rita and ask her directly!
Visit a real horse farm! (movie)
What does it cost to own horses? (movie)
What is a day on a horse farm like? (movie)
Horse Care
Basic Grooming information and tools

  • It is suggested to make notebook pages to display your knowledge and work for the completion of this activity.
  • Drawings, computer print-outs, magazine cut-outs, etc. can be used.
  • Be sure to use your best handwriting and to proofread for errors.
  • Be creative and "show what you know!"

    Activity # 5 -- Song of a Horse

    Listen to some cowboy ballads.

    Activity #7 -- Ease with Equipment

    • Learn the parts of a saddle and a bridle.
    • Find out how each part contributes to the comfort of the horse and rider.
    • Learn how to take care of a saddle and a bridle.
    Western Saddles
    Saddle Savvy
  • It is suggested to make notebook pages to display your knowledge and work for the completion of this activity.
  • Drawings, computer print-outs, magazine cut-outs, etc. can be used.
  • Be sure to use your best handwriting and to proofread for errors.
  • Be creative and "show what you know!"

    Activity # 8 -- Horse "Tales"

    Learn about famous or legendary horses.
    Click here to learn about the Chincoteague Ponies. Read the story then watch the movie.

    Activity # 9 -- Horse Stories

    • Read one or more books about horses. These might include books on horsemanship, information on related careers, stories about famous horses, or stories of adventure on horseback.

    How exciting! You've already completed this activity!
    Do you remember what horse books you've recently read?
    • Make a notebook page with these books listed. Be sure to add the current horse books you're reading!



    Activity #10 -- Showing Off

    Since there isn't a local horse show nearby, watch a dressage competition and a western pleasure competition the internet.




    Here are some other horse internet movies you might enjoy watching:
  • Foals
  • Training a Horse (This movie is a bit longer so it will take a bit longer than usual to load.)
  • Hunter competition
  • Driving competition


    And here are some fun horse activities:
  • Horse Jokes
  • Horsing Around game
  • Horse lingo - talk like a horse person
  • Horse of a Different Color
  • Groom Dusty the Horse
  • Horse Song Silliness



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    Frontier Girls

    Posted by Anonymous
    For those who are looking for a scouting alternative for their daughters or for homeschoolers looking for some great unit study ideas, visit the new Frontier Girls website (www.frontiergirls.com). Go to the Badge List section and click on any of the sample badges for requirements for all age levels. This is a great homeschool resource and they are adding badge links contantsly so check back. Also check out the Level Achievement Awards under the Award section. This is a list of 30 age appropriate life skills that your child should have by the end of 2nd grade, 5th grade, 8th grade and high school.
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    I was curious if you had removed the Audubon page--the link doesn't work--in your freebies.
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