Agent Letter: August/September 2017

Dear 4-H Family, This summer has been filled with lots of 4-H activities and events.  Two weeks of State 4-H Camp, Exchange Group camping trip, and Environmental Camp.  Other events included the State Fair and Georgetown Day Camp. With the new 4-H year starting in September, there are lots of exciting activities and events to […]

County News: August/September 2017

County Record Books The 4-H Record Book guidelines and fillable pdf forms for are now available on the State 4-H website.  These guidelines are being implemented statewide.  Please contact the 4-H Office with any questions you have.  Record books are due in August.  Please contact your club leaders for the specific date they will need your […]

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 […]

2017 Fall Archery Shoots

The first fall archery shoot will take place on Sunday, September 24, 2017 – 2:00 p.m. at the REC * Please register for this event by Thursday, September 21 * September 24 is mandatory safety training for this Fall series & for any archer planning on shooting in the 2017-18 4-H year. * You must […]

Poster Contest: Celebrate your Constitution

THEME: CELEBRATE YOUR U.S. CONSTITUTION CONTEST DETAILS: —PARTICIPANTS: Any Delaware student enrolled in grades 1-12 —POSTER SIZE:  8 ½” x 11″ to 8 ½” x 14″ —DEADLINE:  All entries must be postmarked by:  SEPTEMBER 1, 2017 — ATTACH OR PRINT ON BACK OF POSTER:   Entrants name, school, grade, age, telephone number, and name of […]

2017-2018 4-H Window Display Contest

Clubs entering the Window Display Contest should have displays in place by Monday, October 2 at 4:00 pm. They are to remain at their location for the entire National 4-H Week.  Displays will be judged during that week.  The top three winning displays will represent Sussex County at the 2018 Delaware State Fair.  An entry […]

Younger Member Fall Retreat: October 21-22, 2017

October 21-22, 2017 Saturday Overnighter—Redden Lodge Since space is limited to 35 campers.  Those younger members who completed project books will receive first preference in attending this event. This retreat is for younger 4-H members, ages 8 through 12! Come join us for a camp fire and fun after our annual Pumpkin Contest! Bring a […]