4-H Newsletter for Sussex County, Delaware
Dear 4-H Families, Happy Spring! Although the weather has had different plans, flowers and trees have started to bloom and it has been good to see some sunshine. A few special and unique celebrations during this month include: April Fool’s Day, Easter, Children’s Book Day, World Health Day, National Jelly Bean Day, National Volunteer Month, […]
State Camp Clean-Up – April 13 at Camp Barnes Join the Delaware State Police at Camp Barnes on Saturday, April 13 starting at 8:30am in helping wipe away the winter blues and prepare Camp Barnes for summer! Open to all ages who wish to do some community service and help beautify Camp Barnes. 4-H STATE […]
April is National Volunteer Month Thank you this month and every month to our AMAZING 4-H VOLUNTEER LEADERS!
The Delaware State Fair is just around the corner (July 18-27). It is not too soon for you to begin preparing and thinking about exhibits you will be entering this year, as well as the contests and events in which you will be participating. There are a few changes this year, so read the4-H department […]
The Demonstration Contest (Wednesday, April 17 and Thursday, April 18) is for the 4-H’er 8-19 years of age. It gives 4-H’ers the opportunity to share what they have learned from their projects. The demonstration should not be more than 15 minutes in length. 4-H’ers must compete in the county contest to advance to the state […]
REGISTER using your 4-H Online Account by April 12! “Delaware 4-H Needs You” When: Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Please arrive by 8:45 am) Where: Legislative Hall – Dover, DE Who: Delaware 4-H Members, Leaders and Volunteers Why: This is an annual event where 4-H members and parents/volunteers can visit our […]
We are proud of our 4-H Seniors and their accomplishments! Send us a few highlights (max of two short paragraphs) from 4-H and High School along with a Senior photo! All submissions be highlighted in DE 4-H Newsletters and Social Media during the month of May! Please send your submissions to Jill Jackson (jackson@udel.edu) by […]
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 to young people as well as adults as they must make decisions every day. Youth […]
Saturday, April 27 – Doors open at 5:00 – Games begin at 6:00 Bridgeville Fire Department – 311 Market Street, Bridgeville, DE 19933 Door Prizes 50/50 Raffle Vendors Refreshments Paddles: $10 in advance $15 at the door $50 for All-in Paddle Bring your own quarter rolls; additional rolls will be available. For more information or […]
Spring Outdoor Shooting Opportunities at the REC (across from the 4-H Office) 16686 County Seat Hwy. Georgetown, DE 19947 Archery Shoot #2 – Sunday, April 14 at 2:30 pm Archery Shoot #3 – Sunday, April 28 at 2:30 pm Archery Shoot #4 – Sunday, May 19 at 2:30 pm Pre-Registration is Required – REGISTER HERE for […]