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.

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YQCA Training

4-H members exhibiting a live animal at the 2025 4-H shows in one of the following project areas are required to complete this training every year: Beef, Dairy, Goat, Sheep, Swine

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4-H Shopping in Style

Ivy + Blush is partnering with 4-H to help de-code the dress code. Learn tips to dress for your body type. Find your personal style and your best color.

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Cloverbud Yarn Bird Workshop

Get ready for a fun, hands-on craft project where you'll create your very own colorful bird using yarn! This Cloverbud project is perfect for younger participants (ages 5-7) who want to explore creativity and learn basic crafting skills.

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Youth Beginner Crochet

Join us for a fun and creative hands-on crochet workshop, perfect for beginners! This workshop will guide you through the basics of crochet.

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4-H Livestock Skillathon

This exciting and educational 4-H Livestock Skillathon will give youth the opportunity to showcase their knowledge and skills in various aspects of livestock management.

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4-H Day With the Cardinals

Registration for the 22nd Annual 4-H Day With the Cardinals is now open and will run through midnight on April 21. Tickets are $26 per person.

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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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