Workshops will be divided by dairy and meat goat exhibitors and level of experience.
All goats must be individually listed on a CVI issued in 2026. All 2026 CT Fair and Show Requirements apply. Penning off trailers is encouraged. Limited stalls will be available for use. Everyone is expected to assist with clean-up. Those using a pen inside must bring their own bedding and are encouraged to bring a tarp. Â
Registration is $45 per youth. A limited number of goats will be available to borrow for an additional fee of $25 per youth.
Space is limited, register early. Substitutions will be filled from waitlist. Registration will close May 1st or when capacity is reached. Youth who are not registered UConn 4-H members will need to complete supplemental registration forms.
Adult workshops: See registration form
Registration fees are non-refundable. If a parent/guardian will not be accompanying a youth, the chaperone must have a 4-H Member Health Form in their possession signed by the youth’s parent/guardian. The Health Form is available at s.uconn.edu/4hhealthform.
Please contact Jen Cushman at jennifer.cushman@uconn.edu or (860) 409-9050, if you have questions. UConn 4-H Goat Clinic Schedule
Check-in between 7:00-8:15am
Welcome 8:15-8:30am
Rotation 1- 8:30-10:00am
Youngest Group- Evaluating with Melissa/Janet Ferguson
Adult- Evaluating the Goat with Todd Biddle
Oldest Group- Showmanship with April and Faith Hitch
Middle Group- Fitting with Emily Kern
Meat Track- Evaluation with
Rotation 2- 10:15-11:45am
Youngest Group Showmanship
Oldest Group- Fitting with Emily Kern
Middle Group Evaluating with Todd Biddle
Meat Goat- Showmanship with April and Faith Hitch
Adult- Cheesemaking with Rosemary Aldridge
Lunch 11:45-12:30 (On Your Own)
Restaurants nearby or bring your own lunch
Rotation 3-12:45-2:15
Youngest Group Fitting with Emily Kern
Middle Group Showmanship with April and Faith Hitch
Oldest Group Evaluating the Goat with Todd Biddle
Meat Goat- Fitting with
Adult- Show Ring Procedures to Support your Youth in the Ring- Melissa Ferguson
Mock Shows
2:30-3:00- Youngest Showmanship (Ring 1)
2:30-3:00- Meat Goat Showmanship- combined ages (Ring 2)
3:00-3:30- Middle Showmanship (Ring 1)
3:30-4:00- Oldest Showmanship (Ring 1)
Stock number:
2215624
Price:
$45.00