4-H in Jersey County

What's it like in 4-H?

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In 4-H, you get to decide what topics and projects interest you most. You make 4-H what you want it to be. Work on many projects or focus on one or two. Choose what events sound fun to you, and do them. In 4-H, you have an important role in making your community a better place to live, but you don’t have to do it alone. As a club, you’ll figure out what’s needed most in your neighborhood and find ways to help.

In 4-H, you’re part of a family working together. At club meetings, you’ll learn how to get along with others as you build your skills and help your community. In 4-H, you’ll meet adults who care about you and want to help you succeed. 4-H matches you with mentors who will coach you in areas like problem solving, communicating, and teamwork. 4-H introduces you to potential careers and then gives you the training to get the career you want.

Explore a 4-H Club near you.

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Livestock Show Clinic

Join us for a morning of fun, education, food and more! Learn from local livestock professionals and prepare for a successful show season ahead.

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Tree ID Hike

Join Andrew Holsinger, Extension horticulture educator, for a morning at the park. Tour the park and learn about tree identification and native trees of Illinois.

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4-H Science Camp

Get ready to blast off this summer at 4-H Science Camp! This action-packed program is designed to launch young scientists into a world of discovery.

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4-H Food Challenge

Learn about kitchen and food safety, food preparation, and nutrition with this exciting team competition! Participants will register their team (3-4 youth) to attend and learn the basics of cooking, discover flavor profiles, and build confidence in the kitchen.

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MTI Tour

Participants will travel to Springfield to visit Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) to learn about vocational training in mechanical trades and allied health career fields.

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Fairs and Shows

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Required Trainings to Show Livestock

  • YQCA – Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (required for beef, dairy, goats, sheep, and swine)
  • QAEC – Quality Assurance and Ethics Certification (required for dog, cat, poultry, rabbit, small pet, and horse)
  • Due May 1 in order for you to show livestock at your local county 4-H fair.

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