4-H Newsletter for Sussex County, Delaware
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 […]
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 4:00-7:00 pm Sussex 4-H Office Registration is Required – Use your 4-H Online Account! We are offering one more opportunity for 4-H members ages 8 and older to participate in county judging contests! Judging Contests Available: Clothing and Textiles Horticulture Photography Wildlife Wood Science Judging Contests are designed to support the […]
Please use the Online Registration Form to register for the Animal Judging Contest County qualifiers. You can register for more than 1 contest. If you are under the age of 13, you have the option of competing as a Senior to make you eligible to compete in your respective contest at the Delaware State Fair (you […]
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 […]