Horse Public Presentations By Judy Alishauskas

Choosing a topic Must be horse related Something that confuses you Something that interests you What color is this horse? Dapple grey, Flea bitten grey, Roan, white, Appaloosa? Topic: Horse Colors Personally I was really interested in riding sidesaddle and looking to buy one Topic: Buying a sidesaddle

Title Short, but interesting How to properly fit a bit to your horse’s mouth Fit the Bit Catches listener’s attention Barrel Racing Tack The Tack-nicalities of Barrel Racing

Visual Aids Posters, Power Point Presentation Videos, Pictures Handouts Props Clothing choices can be used as props No actual animals

The Presentation- some details Intro: just like the title- catch listener’s attention, short, to the point Timing: aim for a few minutes longer than minimum time allotted incase you talk a little faster than normal Notes: are allowed, but don’t rely on them (practice without) Conclusion: like the intro- short, relevant Cite References: bring in your actual sources if possible (or a picture of the source) Questions: be sure to repeat the questions audience can hear question

How the competition works County Level Regional Level State Level National Level (Sr. only)

Types of Horse Presentations (With National Competition)

Individual Presentations Done individually Must pertain to horse industry Demonstration (step by step with end result) or Illustrated Talk (on idea or topic) 9-12 Minutes

Team Presentation 2 presenters – Equal roles – Same age division Demonstration or Illustrated Talk minutes

Score Sheet Introduction: create interest, to the point

Score Sheet Introduction: create interest, to the point Organization: step by step, used visuals, main ideas

Score Sheet Introduction: create interest, to the point Organization: step by step, used visuals, main ideas Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough info, cited

Score Sheet Introduction: create interest, to the point Organization: step by step, used visuals, main ideas Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough info, cited Stage Presence: speed, eye contact, dress

Score Sheet Introduction: create interest, to the point Organization: step by step, used visuals, main ideas Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough info, cited Stage Presence: speed, eye contact, dress Delivery: voice control, pronunciation, notes

Score Sheet Introduction: create interest, to the point Organization: step by step, used visuals, main ideas Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough info, cited Stage Presence: speed, eye contact, dress Delivery: voice control, pronunciation, notes Effect on Audience: interest

Score Sheet Introduction: create interest, to the point Organization: step by step, used visuals, main ideas Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough info, cited Stage Presence: speed, eye contact, dress Delivery: voice control, pronunciation, notes Effect on Audience: interest Summary: short, review key points, questions

Public Speaking Individual event No visual aids, may use notes 7-10 minutes Scoring: – Easy to follow (organization) – Overall stage presence

Types of Horse Presentations (Without National Competition)

Slide/Audio Presentation Slides with audio player Slides minutes Up to 10 participants Scoring: – Slide Quality – Audio – Graphics, Music, Credits

Videotaped Presentation minutes Up to 10 participants Camera work: clarity, focus, editing Script: coordination with video, clarity Timing, explanation

Impromptu Speaking Senior only No prior knowledge of topic – Chose between 2 topics – 15 minutes to prepare – No visual aids 5-8 minutes

Final Thoughts Many options of presentation types Be sure to practice (esp. with strict time limits) Look at score sheet before competition For more info check out the NY 4-H Horse Educational Events Rule Book: – k/edevents/index.html

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