4-H

Events

Lawrence County-SPARK at the Library: Straw Weaving Bracelet

February 10, 2026

County

Lawrence

Soap Making Workshop

February 10, 2026

County

Jersey

Richland County-SPARK at the Library: Snowman Painting

February 11, 2026

County

Richland

Fun With Food

February 11, 2026

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Blog Posts

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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Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists start 4–H SPIN Clubs in Tazewell County

November 18, 2025

This spring, Tazewell County 4-H welcomed two new Special Interest (SPIN) Clubs. The Junior Master Gardener SPIN Club was led by Master Gardeners,...

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4-H Stitch and Style Academy threads a new path

October 28, 2025

This summer, Peoria County 4-H, in partnership with ...

My last 4-H dog show

October 3, 2025

As I stood in the ring for my final 4-H dog show, a wave of emotions hit me—pride, nostalgia, gratitude, and a little bit of sadness. This chapter of...

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News Releases

February 6, 2026

Illinois 4-H horse judging contest crowns top youth competitors
GALVA, Ill. — Youth from 29 counties across Illinois participated in the 2026 Illinois State 4-H Horse Judging Contest on Feb. 1, at Black Hawk College East Campus in Galva.Shelby Krutke of McLean County earned the Larry Carls Memorial Award as the contest’s overall high point individual...

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February 5, 2026

4-H Youth Invited to Showcase Their Skills in Upcoming Public Speaking Contests
Grayslake and Woodstock, Ill. — Young voices from across Northeastern Illinois will soon take center stage as 4-H members prepare to showcase their communication talents at upcoming 4-H Public Speaking Contests. Designed to help youth build confidence, strengthen presentation...

February 2, 2026

Illinois Extension staff spotlight: Brittney Muschetto DePatis
BOURBONNAIS, Ill. – Each month University of Illinois Extension serving Grundy, Kankakee, and Will counties sits down with an Extension staff member to discuss their work and impact in the community.  This month's spotlight features...

Little Roots Cloverbud Gardening Project

January 27, 2026

Little Roots 2026 4‑H Cloverbud Gardening Project Opens Registration for Young Gardeners
LAKE and MCHENRY COUNTIES — Families with young children are invited to dig into a summer of hands‑on learning as the Little Roots 4‑H Cloverbud Gardening Project opens registration for the 2026 season. Designed for children ages 5–7, this engaging program introduces budding gardeners...

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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...