Agent Letter: June/July 2017

Dear 4-H Family, May was a busy month!  Livestock Tagging, Hopkins Farm Tour and the 1st Annual Sussex Links Spring Fair (which included judging contests, clothing showcase and the county archery shoot)! All events and activities were a success due to all who helped plan, implement, and take part in these events.  Thank you for […]

County Updates: June/July 2017

STATE FAIR HELPERS AND VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! The Fair is not possible without a cadre of talented 4-Hers and adult volunteers that make it all happen.  Consider volunteering to help set-up the building, check-in exhibits, and assist judges. Good help is always needed, especially adult volunteers!  We ask that all helpers be age 8 or older. […]

Sign up to ride the Sussex 4-H Float at the Fair!

Only 3 spaces left! Sign up soon! All 4-H clubs, members, leaders, links, and junior leaders are urged to volunteer to ride the Sussex 4-H Float during the Delaware State Fair.  The State Fair Parade begins each night at 7:00 pm.  Your club can be represented or may ride individually.  Check which night you can […]

Georgetown Day Camp: August 8-11, 2017

Camp Description: This day camp is designed for children ages 5-10. Each day campers will be participating in classes that include Food Preparation and Nutrition, Arts and Crafts, Environmental Education, Recreation, etc. All activities will be hands on, creating a fun atmosphere that children will love. Other activities will be organized recreation, songs and much […]

State Teen Council Officer Applications Due June 30

The Goal of a Delaware 4-H State Teen Officer: “Foster the development of youth and the 4-H program.” As a role model for youth and a representative and spokesperson for the 4-H program, your job is to uphold the high ideals, values and moral standards of the Delaware 4-H program.  Officially represent 4-H to legislators, […]

Livestock Judging Clinic: June 9, 2017

Are you interested in the Livestock Judging Qualifier for the Fair?  Do you need some extra help and tips to help you prepare for the contest?  There will be a Livestock Judging Clinic on June 9, prior to the Judging Qualifier.  Click on the flyer below for more information!

Animal Science Updates: June/July 2017

Final Pork Quality Assurance Classroom Training June 6th The final opportunity for PQA classroom training to obtain a certification to show a market hog during the 2016 Delaware State Fair is June 6th from 6:30-8:30 pm at the Kent County Extension Office.  To register or for more information, please contact Susan Garey at (302)730-4000 or […]

2017 Equine Art Winners

Delaware 4-H Equine Art Contest Winners Delaware 4-H members of all ages recently participated in a statewide Equine Art Contest sponsored by the Delaware 4-H Horse Advisory Committee, a group of volunteer 4-H Equine Project Leaders.   Entries from budding artists from across the state were submitted for the contest in the following categories: Drawing- Pastels/Charcoal/Graphite/Colored […]

Sussex 4-H Jr. Council Officer Applications: Due August 18

Do you enjoy leadership positions?  Do you want to help the Jr. Council’s voice be heard? Sussex Junior Council Officer Applications are being now accepted for the 2017-2018 4-H year. Junior Council helps plan and implement many 4-H events and activities throughout the year.  If you are interested in being an officer of this important […]