4-H

Events

2026 4-H SHOOTING SPORTS INFORMATION MEETING

March 9, 2026

County

McHenry

Lake

Wee Naturalists-Winnebago County Office

March 9, 2026

County

Winnebago

Farm to Future Tour

March 9, 2026

County

Clinton

Bond

Jefferson

Marion

Washington

4-H Spring Workshop Series: Food Decorating

March 10, 2026

County

Fulton

Mason

Peoria

Tazewell

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Blog Posts

Hard water fishing – by accident or grand design?

February 23, 2026

Winter’s cold snap brings a range of human reactions. For the select few who celebrate the chance to ice fish, these sub-freezing days are a welcome...

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4-H officer and leader training strives to grow stronger 4-H clubs through shared leadership

February 11, 2026

Positive youth development starts with providing a safe, welcoming environment. 4-H clubs led by caring volunteers are a key component of a...

A gratifying reflection on a journey with Illinois Extension

February 11, 2026

Joli Pierson, Mason 4-H coordinator, retires from Extension In preparing for retirement from Illinois Extension after nearly 26 years...

Goats line up to be judged by a crowd of youth participants.

Ten reasons to compete in the State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest

February 4, 2026

Attending the State 4-H Livestock Judging...

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News Releases

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March 6, 2026

Local ag leaders and 4-H youth gather to talk about the quality care of animals
YORKVILLE, Ill. — From farms to the marketplace, the future of agriculture depends on raising animals responsibly and ethically. On Saturday, local 4-H members from Grundy and Kendall counties gathered at the Kendall County Fairgrounds to learn from industry leaders about practical insights on...

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March 5, 2026

Bond County 4-H to host hands-on Equine Workshop with Greenville Vet Clinic, and Greenville University
Bond County 4-H, in partnership with the Greenville Vet Clinic and Greenville University, invites local youth to participate in an exciting hands-on Equine Workshop at the Greenville University Barn. This educational event on March 28 at 9 a.m. is perfect for young people interested in horses,...

March 5, 2026

Illinois 4-H names new class of statewide youth leaders
Champaign, IL – Thirty-nine outstanding 4-H members from across Illinois have been selected to serve on Illinois 4-H's ambassador teams, recognizing their dedication, leadership, and excellence within the...

March 4, 2026

Plant a tree in Woodford County; help the planet
 Carlock, Ill. – Woodford County is looking for volunteers to help with planting a grouping of 25 oak trees at Parklands Chinquapin Bluffs in Woodford County with the goal of tackling global issues at the local level. Carbon...

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Videos

We are 'Beyond Ready' this 4-H week

4-H members are 'Beyond Ready' for life today

Illinois 4-H empowers youth to be 'Beyond Ready' for life today. Through hands-on learning, leadership opportunities, and real-world experiences, 4-H members sit in the driver's seat to find their spark and explore their interests. Whether it...

Winter Ice Safety

How can you know that ice is safe to walk on? Is old ice safer than new ice? Curt Sinclair, 4-H youth development Extension specialist, walks you through how to stay safe on the ice this winter, covering everything you need to know for winter ice safety including how to make homemade ice picks...