Serving Boone, DeKalb and Ogle Counties

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

Download a list of local 4-H Clubs.

LOCAL EVENTS, WORKSHOPS, AND DEADLINES

Volunteer Leader Training

Join other volunteers from around the region at a free 4-H Virtual Leader Training on Saturday, October 17 from 9 am to noon!

Boone County 4-H Virtual Show 2020 Results

View photos and videos of Boone County 4-H youth exhibits along with results from 2020 Boone County 4-H Virtual Shows. Congratulations to all of the 4-H exhibitors!

Invite your friends to Join 4-H

4-H empowers and prepares young people for success. the new 4-H year begins September 1. Who do you know that could benefit from 4-H?

Community Service Survey

4-H Clubs are asked to please complete the 4-H Club Community Service survey so that we may learn how they are making a difference in our communities.
2020 Boone County Virtual 4-H Shows

Information for the 2020 "Virtual" General Projects Day Show

Event Entry Submission Deadline
General Projects Day Upload Deadline:  July 8

Project Requirements:

  1. Please continue to use the Boone County 4-H Show Book for exhibit requirements.
  2. Read the Virtual Show Upload Requirements so that you know what specific photos and documents are needed for your project.
  3. Complete a Project Report for each of your project exhibits.  The Project Report should be saved as a Word document or PDF.

Instructions for Entry Upload:

Tips for Exhibitors -- Please read this prior to making your entry.

Directions on how to submit your project - This is VERY similar to how you would make your entry in past years in FairEntry, except at the end you upload your project instead of bringing it to the show. We highly recommend you have your project completed BEFORE beginning the submission process. To access, click here FairEntry.

  • Computer Science, Robotics, Video/Filmmaking, & Maker Projects are the only non-livestock projects needing to upload a video.
  • How to upload your video  (only a few general project areas will need videos):  iOS | Android | Computer
  • Link to upload your video:  Boone Virtual Videos

Exhibit Card Template -- Please be sure to include this exhibit card or and index card with your name and project with your photos.

 

Information for the 2020 "Virtual" Livestock Shows

Event Entry Submission Deadline

Beef, Dairy, Goats, Poultry,

Rabbits, Sheep, & Swine

 Upload Deadline:  August 9

Project Requirements:

  1. Photos and Videos must be taken from July 30 through August 9.  Fair Entry will open starting July 30.
  2. Please refer to the Updated Class Listing for animal projects.
  3. Read the 2020 Livestock Entry Guidelines so that you know what specific photos and videos are needed for your project.
  4. Must have completed the required training to be eligible to exhibit in the Virtual Show. (YQCA for beef, dairy, goats, sheep & swine) (QAEC for poultry & rabbits)

Instructions for Entry Upload:

Directions on how to submit your project - This is VERY similar to how you would make your entry in past years in FairEntry, except at the end you upload your project instead of bringing it to the show. We highly recommend you have your project completed BEFORE beginning the submission process. To access, click here FairEntry.

Animal Exhibit Card Template -- Please be sure to include this exhibit card or information on a whiteboard with your photos or first 5-10 seconds of video.

 

Information for the 2020 "Virtual" Horse Show

Event Entry Submission Deadline

Horses       

 Upload Deadline:  August 9

Project Requirements:

  1. Photos and Videos must be taken from July 30 through August 9.  Fair Entry will open starting July 30.
  2. Please refer to the Updated Class Listing for class offerings.  No speed or trail classes will be offered.
  3. Read the 2020 Boone County 4-H Horse Show Exhibitor Guide so that you know what specific videos are needed for your classes.
  4. Must have completed the required QAEC training to be eligible to exhibit in the Virtual Show. 

Instructions for Entry Upload:

Directions on how to submit your project - This is VERY similar to how you would make your entry in past years in FairEntry, except at the end you upload your project instead of bringing it to the show. We highly recommend you have your project completed BEFORE beginning the submission process. To access, click here FairEntry.

Horse Exhibit Card Template -- Please be sure to include this information on paper or a whiteboard for the first 5-10 seconds of video.

 

Connectivity: If you feel you might have computer or internet connectivity issues, please contact us as soon as possible so that we may work with you to find options to get your entries uploaded.

Records for Achievement

Award Applications and Instructions

Award applications are not required, but rather a way for 4-H youth to be recognized for the work they have done throughout the 4-H year. We encourage ALL 4-H’ers to apply for awards. Many of the project areas have special awards which may include trophies, plaques, cash prizes, or other award of donor’s choice.

Scholarships

Award Winners

4-H makes learning fun! With a wide variety of projects available, 4-H members can focus on the areas that most interest them. Local fairs and shows allow 4-H members to show their project mastery while they engage with other 4-H members and families at the county fair.

2020 Results -- 

2020 Boone County 4-H Virtual Show Results Public Viewing

2020 Boone County Exhibitor Results from the Illinois State 4-H General Projects Virtual Show

 

STATE RESOURCES FOR ILLINOIS 4-H MEMBERS AND CLUBS

Club Meetings

Member Projects

Teen Leadership

Educational Programs

Enrollment Instructions

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