What's it like in 4-H?
In 4-H, you’re in charge of your experience. You choose the projects and topics that interest you most. Want to try a little of everything? Go for it. Would you prefer to dive deep into more than one project? That works too. You decide which activities and events sound fun and meaningful to you—4-H is what you make it.
4-H members also make a difference in their communities. As part of a club, you’ll work together to identify needs in your neighborhood and find ways to help. You’ll learn that creating positive change is easier—and more fun—when you do it as a team.
When you join 4-H, you become part of a supportive 4-H family. At club meetings, you’ll build friendships, learn how to work with others, and develop valuable life skills. Caring adult volunteers serve as mentors, helping you develop in areas such as communication, teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving. Along the way, 4-H introduces you to potential career paths and provides hands-on experiences that help prepare you for the future.
Below, you’ll find a list of our 10 local Stephenson County 4-H clubs, including when and where they meet each month. For more information about Stephenson County 4-H, please contact Stephenson County 4-H Program Coordinator Jen Schultz at js80@illinois.edu.
Ready to join? Scroll to the bottom of this page and click “Online Enrollment” to find instructions and enroll today!
Local Clubs
- Country Cuzins, 7 PM, first Monday of month
- Davis Rockets, 6 PM, 2nd Monday of month
- Florence Crickets, 6:15 PM, first Monday of month
- Freeport Fantastics, 6 PM, first Monday of month
- German Valley Golden Eagles, 6:30 PM, second Monday of month
- Harlem Helpers, 7 PM, first Monday of month
- Lena Lucky Clovers, 6:30 PM, first Tuesday of month
- Pearl City Hornets, 7 PM, first Monday of month
- Pearl Valley Rangers, 6 PM, second Sunday of month
- Snappy Snazzers, 6:30 PM, first Monday of month
Files will be updated as they become available for the 2025-2026 Show Season. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the University of Illinois Extension Office - Stephenson County at (815) 235-4125.
2025-2026 Calendar of Events
2026 Schedule for Summer Shows
2025 Fair Briefing
2025 Show Book
Fair Entry Instructions
How to Order 4-H Manuals
YQCA Youth for the Quality Care of Animals training must be completed every year for youth showing beef, dairy, goats, sheep, or swine
YQCA Instructor-Led Training Instructions
QAEC Quality Assurance Ethics Course must be completed once for youth showing dog, cat, horse, rabbit, cavy, or poultry
4-H Lego Model Project Record Sheet
Photo & Video Model Release Form
2025 Master Showmanship: Contest Rules, Authorization and Release, & Application Form
2025 Illinois State Fair Master Showmanship Competition
Livestock and Animal Forms
Please note, you may find additional information about Awards on the Illinois State 4-H Website.
Top 4-Her Application & Reference Form
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Stephenson County 4-H Ambassadors
Stephenson County 4-H Ambassadors will promote the 4-H program on a local and county level, while taking advantage of opportunities to expand upon their leadership skills and become valued members of their community.
Learn more about Stephenson County 4-H Ambassadors
State Resources for Illinois 4-H Members and Clubs
Member Projects
View all the project areas 4-H has to offer.
