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4-H in Stephenson 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

  • Country Cuzins, 7 PM, first Monday of month
  • Davis Rockets, 6 PM, first Monday of month
  • Florence Crickets, 6:15 PM, first Tuesday of month
  • Freeport Fantastics, 6:15 PM, first Monday of month
  • German Valley Golden Eagles, 7 PM, second Monday of mont
  • Harlem Helpers, 7 PM, first Monday of month
  • Lena Live Wires, 6 PM, second 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
  • Rainbow Rangers, 2 PM, first or second Sunday of month
  • Snappy Snazzers, 7 PM, first Monday of month
  • Whiz Kids, 5:30 PM, first Monday of month

Local Events, Workshops, and Deadlines

Michelle Marck wins State Project Mastery Award

Michelle has taken nearly every food nutrition project in 4-H, including the science behind food preparation, and has taught clinics for members and adults. Her club even gets together for a day of coffeecake baking and cookie making.

4-H Unit 1 BINGO!!!

If you are a 4-H member in JoDaviess, Stephenson or Winnebago counties be sure to join our private group JSW 4-H Homelife. Answer a few quick questions and we will approve you. Let’s have some 4-H fun!

International Youth Travel Opportunities

States’ 4-H International’s mission is to enhance world understanding and global citizenship, which we believe can be achieved through living with a local host family and immersing oneself in another culture.

Find Your Form: Open 24/7/365

We know you work on 4-H all hours of the day and night, and we’re ready to help. We have all the resources members, leaders, and clubs need.

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?

4-H at the Illinois State Fair

Award-winning 4-H members display their general project work during four amazing days of the Illinois State Fair. Get all the details here.

New Deadline: November 1

All award applications for Illinois 4-H State awards and scholarships has changed to November 1. Local deadlines may be earlier.

2020 Program Book
The 2020 4-H Program Book is provided to assist you in preparing for this year’s 4-H Shows and Contests. It identifies the 4-H projects, which may be exhibited, their various classes, and the rules & regulations governing their exhibition. Please read it thoroughly and carefully to prevent any misunderstanding or potential disappointment.

2019-2020 Calendar of Events

INFORMATION AND EVENTS

 4-H Camp             Science Siesta          Stephenson County Awards and Scholarships

State Resources for Illinois 4-H Members and Clubs

Club Meetings

Member Projects

Teen Leadership

Educational Programs

Enrollment Instructions