Wisconsin 4H County Classic

The La Crosse County 4-H Horse Project is proud to sponsor and welcome you to the 4-H County Classic Horse Show! This show is open state-wide to 4-H horse project members. The purpose of the 4-H County Classic is to provide opportunities for horse project members to grow in their project and prepare for the WI State Horse Expo. The goals of this show are to provide a positive atmosphere of learning and camaraderie, build members’ self-confidence, and allow members to demonstrate their skills, all while focusing on safety and good sportsmanship.

We are pleased to welcome Dana Panella to our 4-H County Classic!

Dana Panella has over 20 years of judging experience and in 2011 was honored to be named the Wisconsin Horse Council Judge of the Year. Dana is carded for POAC, WHC, WIHA, and WI 4H. Experienced in all disciplines including over fences, which is one of her favorite classes to judge. She has trained horses and coached her clients to wins in AQHA, APHA, PtHA, PHBA, and POAC at State, Regional, and World Championship shows. Fair, safe, and reliable-- Dana enjoys providing positive feedback to all exhibitors and she loves to make showing a fun and positive experience.

About our Facility:

La Crosse County Fairgrounds is home to a beautiful horse barn constructed in 2008. We have indoor stalls for over 100 horses. The show will be held in our indoor arena. We have a nice outdoor arena and lunging arena for your use, too. On-grounds camping is available. There will be vendors and great food.

Location:

La Crosse Interstate Fairgrounds is located in West Salem, Wisconsin. West Salem is just 12 miles East of La Crosse, on I90 exit #12. The fairgrounds are easily accessible from both the Interstate and US Hwy 16. Driving directions: From I-90 westbound, take Exit 12 (West Salem). Go south to 3-way intersection, turn right (west) on County Road C. Go 1.3 miles, turn right (north) at 3-way intersection onto County Hwy M. Fairgrounds are about 1 mile ahead, on the left, just past the stoplight. From I-90 eastbound, take Exit 5 (Onalaska). Turn left (east) on Hwy 16 and drive 4.5 miles to West Salem. At the stoplight, turn left, go 1/4 mile and the Fairgrounds are on your left.

Accommodations:

Camping is available on the grounds for a $35 fee, and can be purchased in the Show Office upon arrival or added to your pre-entry registration. Other campgrounds in the immediate area are Neshonoc Campground and Veterans Memorial Campground. Within one mile of the fairgrounds is the AmericInn Motel of West Salem, which allows pets. Hundreds of motel rooms are available within five miles of the grounds West on I-90, such as Holiday Inn Express, Microtel Inn, Baymont Inn, Hampton Inn, and Stoney Creek Inn, Onalaska or in Sparta, Country Inn & Suites.