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.

Melvin Price Lock And Dam in Alton, IL with an image of a ferry boat ride and a prairie field on the right hand side of the graphic. Text reads Career Exploration.

Environmental Science

Participants will travel to Alton, IL to visit Melvin Price Locks and Dam for a day of learning about careers related to environmental science.
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4-H Spring Photo Contest

Spring has sprung! Capture the beauty of the season with our 4-H Spring Photo Contest! The photo MUST be taken by the 4-H member.
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4-H Community Service

Make fleece blankets for displaced youth! Participate in two ways: donating material AND/OR help make the blankets.
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Fairs and Shows

Awards

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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