Child wants to show chicks.

[sutillman]

My 10 year old wants to start showing his silkies. We have the quality birds I think. There is no program with the 4-H here for birds. Can any child show at sanctioned shows or do they have to be with a 4-H group?

 

[Timmy]

In most 4h type shows and fairs he can show as an independent. Also in a regular APA or ABA show he won't need to be in 4h. You can also look into a grange club, I think they still have those in some places. Or you can contact the 4h about starting a new club.

 

[muddyhorse]

my daughter is 6 and is to young to show 4-h so she shows open at the county fair. for apa they don't have to be in any club. good luck

 

[Ms~Silkie~Girl]

yes he can still show, but he can only show in open shows. they have shows that are just for 4-H members, and open showswhich are for everyone

 

[robin416]

Kids can show at any APA/ABA show as a junior. Every show that I know of welcomes juniors with open arms and go out of their way to make the experience a positive one. Join the American Silkie Bantam Club, they have a forum just for juniors. They can provide tons of tips for preparing the birds for showing.

The one requirement is that the birds be NPIP tested. That will require a call to your State Vet to get the info about testing.

 

[TK Poultry]

I'm in 4H and show as a Junior... I'm 15 though..... my sister has been showing since she was 10 in Jr.'s and 4H