Events

Farm to Future Tour

🌾 Are You Ready to Explore Your Future? 🌾
Join us for an exciting opportunity to tour and hear from local agriculture businesses right here in Clinton County!

During these visits,…

State 4-H Building a Better 4-H Poster Training

Big Ideas, Clear Displays! Building a Better 4-H Poster is happening March 18, 2026, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm via Zoom!

Ever wonder why some posters grab your attention right away? In this…

Cloverbuds on the Farm

Our Teen Leaders will engage youth ages 5–7 in a series of educational workshops designed to promote hands-on learning. Activities include: Build a Barn, Noodle Horses, the Milking Station,…

Farm to Future Showcase

🌾 Are You Ready to Explore Your Future? 🌾
Join us for an exciting opportunity to tour and hear from local agriculture businesses right here in Clinton County!

During these visits,…

State 4-H Awards Banquet

Celebrate our state award winners!

The Illinois 4-H Awards and Scholarship program honors an amazing group of young people who have made 4-H and their…

Land Leasing Basics

Leasing farmland is so commonplace that landowners, farmers, and ranchers may only think about the lease itself once things go wrong. Prevent…

Gardening on a Budget

Starting a container garden can benefit your budget and be a fruitful hobby that satisfies your taste buds. Learn about…

State 4-H Horse Bowl, Horse Speaking, and Hippology Contests

The 2026 State Horse Contest dates are set!  Contest rules and entry information are now available on the State 4-H website.  

The 4-H state horse judging…

State 4-H Public Speaking Contest

4-H excels in preparing youth to speak confidently. The Illinois State 4-H Public Presentation Contest allows youth to highlight their exceptional presentation abilities in a…

Illinois 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest

The Illinois 4-H Livestock Judging Contest for beef, sheep, swine, and meat goats will take place on Monday, April 27, at the Stock Pavilion (1402 W. Pennsylvania Ave.,…