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!
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!
Club Reports
Kindness Matters Club The Kindness Matters Club was out and about in April- working on their litter barrel, going to Lums Pond to learn about net-dipping and collecting trash on Earth Day!
Animal Judging Qualifier Contests
Please use the link below to register for the Animal Judging Contests to Qualify for the State contests at the State Fair. Each contest is being held one time for all Delaware 4-H’ers to qualify. Each county will qualify the top Continue reading Animal Judging Qualifier Contests
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)
Kent County Livestock Show- Open to ALL DE 4-H Members
There is not going to be a NCC Livestock Show this year. Linked below is the information for the Kent County 4-H Livestock Show which will be open to all Delaware 4-H Members (enrolled by March 1) and all active Continue reading Kent County Livestock Show- Open to ALL DE 4-H Members
Info on 2024 Health Certificates for Youth Livestock Exhibitors
This is info on how youth livestock exhibitors can obtain CVI’s to cross state lines for livestock shows this season- it is different than last year.
**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.
State Fair Entry Deadline Fast Approaching
Fair registrations are now open! You can register through the State Fair Website now through June 1 (please don’t wait until the last minute to register. They will NOT be accepting any late entries!). Please make sure you’re registering under Continue reading State Fair Entry Deadline Fast Approaching
State Teen Council
Candidate Selection ProcessThe following criteria are required for all interested State Officer Candidates: Age – All interested candidates must be at least 14 years of age on or before January 1, 2024. 4-H Involvement – All interested candidates must have or have had Continue reading State Teen Council
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
County Archery Training
For members 8 and older only (NO Cloverbuds) Time change: 1-3 pm, 1:00 arrival for Beginner Archers, 2:00 arrival for Advanced Archers Please register to attend the county archery training/s. You must attend at least one training to participate in Continue reading County Archery Training
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
4th H for Health- May Edition
May Flowers: What you need: Directions: Bonus Challenge: Participate in a local 5k. Have your club members sign up and run / walk a local 5K. 5K’s are a good way to get active and involved in your community.
Online Record Books-Zingbooks
Set up your online record book today and add information throughout the 4-H year. Enter your information as you go so all you have to do in August is final touches and submit!
Scholarship Opportunities
DE 4-H Foundation College Scholarship The Delaware 4-H Foundation makes scholarships available to Delaware 4-H members in pursuit of higher education. Traditional scholarship awards recognize continued 4-H leadership. The annual Charles “Chuck” Busker Memorial Scholarship from the Delaware 4-H Foundation Continue reading Scholarship Opportunities
Healthy Vegetables and Fruits We Should All Eat
Watermelon Over 1200 varieties of watermelon available Juicy, refreshing, and celebrated summertime treatYou can eat the entire fruit – the rind has healthy benefits too! Heart healthy fruit that helps to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseaseNutrient dense fruit filled with vitamins, Continue reading Healthy Vegetables and Fruits We Should All Eat
TSC Paper Clover Campaign
Is going on now through May 5 100% of funds raised through our two Paper Clover fundraisers directly benefit 4-H and the kids and teens they work with – 90% of donations directly support 4-H youth in the state it Continue reading TSC Paper Clover Campaign
Agent Letter
Happy Spring! The weather is sure starting to become lovely outside, which can only mean one thing. Spring is here and the flowers are blooming!! We have a lot to look forward to over the next couple of months as Continue reading Agent Letter
