New Castle County 4-H Newsletter
Monthly Online Newsletter From New Castle County, Delaware 4-H!
Join us at our Annual 4-H Achievement Celebration on Saturday, October 5, from 4 pm to 6 pm at the New Castle County Cooperative Extension Office, 461 Wyoming Rd., Newark. We are looking forward to honoring the accomplishments, leadership, and Continue reading NCC 4-H Achievement Celebration
This Fall join us in promoting 4-H across New Castle County and show your community all of the fun, exciting and meaningful programs 4-Hers take part in. The theme of National 4-H Week is “Beyond Ready”. Be creative and design Continue reading Window Display & Banner Contest
Due Date: Friday, September 13, 2024 Location: New Castle County 4-H Office Calling All 4-H Members!It’s that time of year again! Time to shine a spotlight on all your amazing activities and experiences over the past 4-H year. County Record Books are Continue reading Project, General Record Books and Diamond Clover
More info to come!
Trackers Due to Kaitlin Rogers byAugust 30, 2024 Clubs that had registered for the 2023-2024 4th H for Health Challenge need to complete their tracker and return it to Kaitlin Rogers at kklair@udel.edu by August 30, 2024. Awards will be on a sliding Continue reading 4th H for Health Challenge 2023-2024
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!
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!
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)
All 3 counties have decided to hold these on the same date. That new date is Wednesday, May 22.
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!
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
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
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
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
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 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
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!
2nd Annual Plogging the Pomeroy Trail April 5, 2024 10:00-10:15 AM Registration and supply pick-up for Plogging Event: Address: 461 Wyoming Road Newark, DE 19716 (required for all participants) 10:15-11:15 AM Plogging on Pomeroy Trail (1-3 miles) 11:30-12:00 PM University of Delaware Continue reading Plogging on the Pomeroy Trail
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
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
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 Sign Up for Judging Contests!
