4-H in Boone County
4-H in Boone County
What's it like in 4-H?
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.
Local Clubs
COUNTY RESOURCES
4-H Email Blasts
Exhibit Opportunities
Boone County 4-H Show Book - 2025
Schedule of 4-H Events (all events open to the public):
- Public Speaking Contest - Saturday, April 5 | 9 a.m. | Boone County Extension Office Meeting Room, 205 Cadillac Ct., Belvidere, IL
- General Projects Day (including Clothing & Textiles) - Saturday, July 12 | Judging 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. with Public Viewing 1:30-2:30 p.m. |Community Building Complex of Boone County, 111 W. 1st St., Belvidere, IL
- 4-H Dog Show -- Tuesday, July 15 | 5:30 p.m. | Boone County Fairgrounds, 8847 IL-76, Belvidere, IL
- Boone County 4-H Shows - August 5-10, Boone County Fairgrounds, 8847 IL-76, Belvidere, IL
Records & Awards
4-H Award Winners
Record Books for Yearly Achievement
- Boone County 4-H Recognition for Excellence Checklist (all members)
- My 4-H Activities (all members)
- Project Plans(members with general projects): Ages 8-11 | Ages 12-14 | Ages 15-18
- Livestock Record (for members with animals)
Award Application and Instructions
Award application are not required, but rather a way for 4-H youth to be recognized for their work they have done throughout the 4-H year. We encourage all 4-H members to apply for awards. Many of the project areas have special awards which may include trophies, plaques, and/or cash prizes.
State 4-H Awards
4-H Federation Scholarships
Awards available to current Boone County 4-H graduating seniors. Applications will be available each March.
Forms & Resources
Horses Project Information
Dog Project Information
4-H Show Results
General Projects Day
2025 Illinois State Fair Results for General Projects
2025 State Fair Delegates and Alternates
2025 Boone County Public Speaking Contest
2024 State Fair Delegates and Alternates
