4-H Newsletter for Sussex County, Delaware
County Record Books – Due the end of August Sussex County Record Books are due at the end of August. Contact your club leader for specific date due to them. Members may use record book online recording system or the fillable templates. Information on both of these methods can be found on the DE 4-H […]
The Fair is not possible without the help of our amazing 4-H’ers 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! We ask that all helpers be age 8 or older. State Fair 4-H Helper Form – Registration Throughout […]
Let’s Crush It! Get Walking with Delaware 4-H Join the Delaware 4-H weeklong walking challenge during the Delaware State Fair. The contest will officially start Thursday, July 18th and run through Saturday, July 27th. Register by Tuesday, July 16th to receive your code to submit your steps daily. Prizes will be awarded for the participant […]
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. Club Leaders, please check which night you can volunteer and register here. […]
The Delaware State Grange has always been very supportive of the Delaware 4-H program. The Grange is in need of 4-H members and adult volunteers to help them in their food booth during the 2024 Delaware State Fair. The Grange will provide community service verified hours for the students and will also provide a monetary […]
Cow Camp is returning to the Delaware State Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 29th, for a one-day event this year! The day will begin with registration at 9:00 am. Participants should bring their own calf if they have one. If a child wishes to participate and does not have access to a calf, they will be paired with […]
Candidate Selection Process The 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 at least one of the following leadership positions in order to […]
DE 4-H Families Group Cruise (for any DE 4-H family past or present) April 19-27, 2025 8 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise on Oasis of the Seas Roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Visiting: Aruba, Curacao and Perfect Day at Coco Cay Deposit of $500 per cabin due at booking. Final payment due January 19, 2025 Rates […]
Watermelon ● Over 1200 varieties of watermelon available ● Juicy, refreshing, and celebrated summertime treat ● You can eat the entire fruit – the rind has healthy benefits too! ● Heart healthy fruit that helps to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease ● Nutrient dense fruit filled with vitamins, minerals, and dietary […]
We are offering a make-up Demonstration Contest for any members who did not participate in the contest that was held in April. The Sussex 4-H make-up Demonstration Contest is scheduled for Tuesday, May 28 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Carvel Center (4-H Office). Participants will receive a letter prior to the event with more […]