4-H in Shelby County
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.
Upcoming Events & Workshops
Click on the following links to find fun upcoming events and workshops!
Public Speaking Contest
Shelby County 4-H Cloverbuds
Click on a link to find timely information about Cloverbud Clubs:
Shelby County 4-H Newsletters
Shelby County 4-H SPIN Club Info
Click on a link to find timely information about one of our SPIN Clubs:
Shooting Sports Air Rifle Flyer
Fairs and Shows
Find information in regard to Shelby County Fairs and Shows here:
IL State Fair Entry Instructions
Shelby County Master Showmanship 2024
Shelby County Jr. Master Showmanship 2024
Shelby County Goat Barn Decorating Contest
Shelby County 4-H & Junior Fair Checklist 2024
FairEntry - New Family Log-In Instructions
FairEntry - Returning Exhibitors Log-In Instructions
QAEC Training family instructions in Zsuites
2024 Shelby County 4-H Fair Schedule
Horse Ownership Papers Shelby County 4-H & Junior Fair
Horse Lease Papers Shelby County 4-H & Junior Fair
Horse Ownership Papers Illinois State Fair
Horse Lease Papers Illinois State Fair
Shelby County Awards
We celebrate our 4-H'ers achievements. In order to do that, records to report are found here:
- 2024 Achievement Program Booklet
- 2023 Achievment Night Slide Show
- 2023 Achievement Night Program
- Shelby County 4-H New Year Packet 2024
- Shelby County 4-H Experience Award
- Shelby County 2024 4-H Activities & Community Service List
- Livestock Records -2023-2024 for each project, including rabbits, sheep, dairy, beef, poultry, swine, goats, and horses
- Outstanding First Year Member Record
- Outstanding Second Year Member Record
Scholarships
- Kaufman Family Camp Scholarship
- Federation Activity Scholarship Form
- Past Foundation Scholarship Winners
- Application Cover Sheet
- Scholarship Instructions & Checklist
- Scholarship Form
- Foundation Scholarships Application
- Federation Scholarship Application
- Chris Barker Memorial Scholarship Application
- Pork Producers Scholarship Application
- Keegan Virden Memorial Scholarship
Local Events, Workshops, and Deadlines
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