4-H Newsletter for Sussex County, Delaware
Delaware 4-H is in search of an individual prepared to make a three-year commitment, with the option to renew for another two years once a review has been completed, to serve as the “One Voice”/ Camp Leader at our annual two-week State 4-H Camp at Camp Barnes in Frankford, Delaware. 2026 will be the 78th […]
Sussex 4-H Day Camp had another great week! “Under the Sea” was our camp theme and throughout the week our 60 campers got to explore all different areas of 4-H; from Food Class and Science to Recreation and Arts and Crafts, the youth involved were engaged in many activities. In addition to these classes, campers […]
Join your fellow 4-H’ers for a fun filled night of baseball and fireworks at the Shorebirds game on August 23. Be sure to wear your favorite 4-H gear so we can easily be recognized as the DE 4-H contingent! Tickets are $13 with fireworks after the game. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE For questions and more info, […]
You are Invited! Please join us for the first annual FFA and 4-H Tailgate hosted by UD’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources prior to the matchup between the UD Blue Hens and the DSU Hornets Thursday, August 28, 2025 5 to 7 p.m. Townsend Hall, Newark Enjoy free food, fun and fellowship with FFA and 4-H members […]
Would you like to meet new 4-H friends from another state? Members ages 14-18 are eligible to take part in this program. Throughout this two year experience, members raise funds to host and travel. Sussex 4-H families will host for one week in the summer and our members will travel to another state for one […]
Congratulations to all 4-H members who exhibited and participated in contests during the State Fair! Contest results can be found below. [DSF] Archery Contest Results 25 [DSF] Demonstration Contest Results 25 [DSF] Public Speaking Contest Results 25 [DSF] Talent Show, Skill-A-Thon, Judging, etc 25 DSF Awards 2025
As always, everyone enjoyed their week at State Camp! We appreciate all the counselors and staff who worked hard to make camp a success! Below are the 2025 State Camp Honors. Congratulations! 1st Week State Camp Honors: Bears: Voice: Sara Zink Echo: Ava Gallo Spark: Autumn Piazza Turtles: Voice: Mason Worsham Echo: Devon Allen Spark: […]
All 4-H clubs, members, leaders, links, and junior leaders are urged to volunteer to ride the 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 or with another club. Let us know which night your club can ride […]
Join the Delaware 4-H weeklong walking challenge during the Delaware State Fair. The contest will officially start Thursday, July 17th and run through Saturday, July 26th. Register by Tuesday, July 15th to receive your code to submit your steps daily. Prizes will be awarded for the participant with the most steps in each age category […]
Do you enjoy leadership positions? Do you want to help the Jr. Council’s voice be heard? 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 group, please fill out the online application or print the JC Officer Application and return to […]