Litter Barrel Results
Congratulations to Stump Corner for their winning litter barrel! And a strong second place is awarded to the Kindness Matters Club for a GREAT first time entry! Well done to both our clubs!
Category Archives: County 4-H News
Clothing Showcase Results
The Clothing Showcase was held on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at the New Castle Building atthe DSF. We’d like to congratulate Michaela Patrick from Stump Corner for being the NCC Intermediate Champion. Well done!
Livestock Tagging Dates
May 4, 2024, 8:00 am- 11:00 am Cook Family Farm, Newark (New Castle County)May 11, 2024- 8:00 am- 11:00 am Delaware State Fairgrounds (Kent and Sussex County)May 28, 2024- 5:00 pm-8:00 pm Delaware State Fairgrounds (Kent and Sussex County)
**DATE CHANGE** Make Up Judging/Demo Contests
All 3 counties have decided to hold these on the same date. That new date is Wednesday, May 22.
Senior Spotlight
Delaware 4-H congratulates our 4-H High School Seniors! We are proud of each one of you! You have made a positive impact on our program, and we look forward to what your future holds! Zachary Buck – DE Homesteading 4-H Continue reading Senior Spotlight
Health & Wellness Ambassadors
Now Registering! What are Health & Wellness Ambassadors? Delaware 4-H Health & Wellness Ambassadors are official representatives and promoters of holistic healthy living, including fitness, nutrition, mindfulness and substance use prevention. Ultimate Goals of Health & Wellness Ambassadors: Learn about Continue reading Health & Wellness Ambassadors
Pics from our 1st Annual Project Palooza
The evening was a GREAT success! Thanks to all our members who came out and our volunteers who made it a rewarding and fun night for all!
Demonstration Contest
Thursday, May 16, 2024 Starting at 6:30 pm NCC Office In a 4-H Demonstration Contest or Illustrated Talks, 4-H youth members demonstrate individually or with another member as a team entry. A topic is chosen from a 4-H project. Props and visual Continue reading Demonstration Contest
2024 NCC Archery Training Dates
Please register to attend the county archery training/s. You must attend at least one training to participate in the archery contest at the Delaware State Fair. This year all trainings will be held at B&B Farms: 1019 Caldwell Corner Rd Townsend Continue reading 2024 NCC Archery Training Dates
Judging Contests
Monday, April 24 from 4:30 – 7:00pm – Clothing – Wood science – Photography All contests will be held at the New Castle County Extension Office: 461 Wyoming Road, Newark, DE. If you have questions, please reach out to Serena Judging Continue reading Judging Contests
County-Wide Project Palooza Night
March 13, 2024 6 PM – 8 PM The New Castle County Leaders Association and Junior Council is excited to offer our first-ever county-wide 4-H Project Palooza event! There will be songs, games, and a variety of project areas to explore! Continue reading County-Wide Project Palooza Night
Club Ag Day Registration
The 47th AG Day is Saturday, April 27 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. It is a community event hosted by the University of Delaware College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Cooperative Extension has a long-standing presence at Ag Day Continue reading Club Ag Day Registration
2024 Litter Barrel Contest
Litter Barrel Registration In conjunction with Earth Day and to promote litter awareness and our 4-H program, all clubs are encouraged to design and paint a litter barrel and place it in their community. Artists get your brushes out and Continue reading 2024 Litter Barrel Contest
Judging Contests
We have two sessions so please be mindful of the date that you are choosing: Monday, March 25 from 4:30 – 7:00pm – Horticulture – Wildlife Monday, April 24 from 4:30 – 7:00pm – Clothing – Wood science – Photography Continue reading Judging Contests
Judging Guidelines
Judging Contests are designed to support the learning that is taking place in a project area. 4-H members learn to compare and become familiar with project equipment and terminology. Judging teaches critical thinking and decision-making skills. These skills are valuable Continue reading Judging Guidelines
Egg My Yard!
Surprise someone in New Castle County on Easter morning! Your treat filled eggs will be delivered to your or their yard on Saturday March 30th, 2024 (scattered not hidden). If there is bad weather Saturday night, the eggs will be Continue reading Egg My Yard!
2024 YQCA Training
2024 Quality Assurance Certification Requirement for Delaware State Fair Market Animal Exhibitors All Delaware State Fair junior exhibitors showing a market animal (steer, market lamb, market goat or market hog) are required to have a current quality assurance certification in Continue reading 2024 YQCA Training
2024 NCC Archery Training Dates Scheduled
Please register to attend the county archery training/s. You must attend at least one training to participate in the archery contest at the Delaware State Fair. This year all trainings will be held at B&B Farms: 1019 Caldwell Corner Rd Continue reading 2024 NCC Archery Training Dates Scheduled
4-H Countywide Project Palooza Night
Join us for our 1st ever 4-H Countywide Project Palooza night where all of your 4-H leaders have come together to create a memorable March meeting. Meeting details: When: Wednesday, March 13 from 6-8pm Where: New Castle County 4-H Office: 461 Continue reading 4-H Countywide Project Palooza Night
Egg My Yard!
Surprise someone in New Castle County on Easter morning! Your treat filled eggs will be delivered to your or their yard on Saturday March 30th, 2024 (scattered not hidden). If there is bad weather Saturday night, the eggs will be Continue reading Egg My Yard!
Club Ag Day Registration
The 47th AG Day is Saturday, April 27 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. It is a community event hosted by the University of Delaware College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Cooperative Extension has a long-standing presence at Ag Day Continue reading Club Ag Day Registration