Making a safe place for our youth to ride since 1993.
Herman Miller 4-H Park
In 1993, Herman Miller donated a 30-acre parcel, entirely covered in woods, to the Whatcom County Youth Horse Program. Through the dedication of hundreds of volunteers, thousands of hours of work, and generous financial contributions totaling tens of thousands of dollars, Herman Miller 4H Park has transformed into a vibrant community resource. The park now features 20 acres of scenic trails, a large sand outdoor arena, an expansive parking lot, and a beautiful building for meetings and events. Located at 1385 East Hemmi Road, between Hannegan and Noon Road, the park serves as a hub for local youth activities.
Each spring, 4-H clubs lead the park’s cleanup efforts, maintaining its pristine condition. Herman Miller 4H Park is a dedicated space for Whatcom County’s enrolled 4-H horse members, clubs, leaders, and families, offering facilities for club rides, individual riding, judging classes, leader meetings, and various 4-H club events. The park remains committed to supporting the youth horse program and fostering community engagement.
Get Involved
"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." Winston Churchill
Meet our Board of Directors
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Ray Peterson
Ray is a great nephew to Herman Miller. Ray has a passion like his Uncle Herman. He is a dedicated father to a horse crazy daughter, Sandi. Sandi has participated in 4-H and other horse programs including FFA, WHASET and open shows. You will find Ray, wherever Sandi is participating next.
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Val Bynon
Val is a former longtime 4-H leader for HHK. She became involved like many of us, getting behind our horse crazy kids. Val is a blessing to this park with her passion, attention to financial detail and is our Treasure. Val is passionate about her now adult children, grandchildren and our youth.
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Kary Lambert
Kary, like all of us found herself here following her horse crazy daughters. She has been a long time 4-H leader for Sigs. She has served on this board for many years. Kary, is a wonderful Mother and has a passion for anything involving her children, grandchildren and our youth.
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Shannon Klix
Shannon was in 4-H and a teenager when this park was donated. Shannon is horse crazy and has a horse crazy teenager. Shannon is a long time former 4-H leader of HHK and board member. Shannon is passionate about her kids, their activities, our youth and this park.
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Tim Chorvat
Tim is passionate and selfless. He like most of us had no horse background. But had a little girl who wanted a horse. So, here he is with two daughters, a barn and 3 horses later! He has helped with Lily and Sylvie’s 4-H club, NVJR, WHASET and NVR programs. He is wherever his kids are.
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Lisa Carr-Van Duisen
Lisa has 2 decades under her belt as a 4-h leader and passion for our kids and community. She has raised her kids and many more in this amazing program.