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Big crowds, big skills, and a whole lot of safety

July 17, 2026

4-H Shooting Sports: Big Crowds, Big Skills, and a Whole Lot of SafetyIf you were anywhere near Grand Island, Nebraska in June 2026, you felt the buzz. The National 4-H Shooting Sports Championships rolled into town and shattered records – 767 youth from 42 states showed up ready to compete, learn...

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Group of youth sitting outside answering a question pertaining lawn mower safety.

Ride-Right-Rally is safety on wheels

June 22, 2026

Our Illinois 4-H Story

Envision this real-world scenario: The middle school graduation party was going great. The pride of a good academic school year was being celebrated as this group of close friends gathered at one of their grandparents' farms for a wiener roast and games.As evening approached and the weather...

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Hard water fishing – by accident or grand design?

February 23, 2026

Our Illinois 4-H Story

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 invitation outdoors.Standing on the surface of a frozen lake, deciding where to drill a six-inch hole, then fishing vertically through that tiny...

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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

Our Illinois 4-H Story

Attending the State 4-H Livestock Judging contest is a great way for members to demonstrate the skills that they have been working on year-round. We know you know that, but if you need a bit...

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Blog Archive

Our Illinois 4-H Story 2026

Big crowds, big skills, and a whole lot of safety

Ride-Right-Rally is safety on wheels

Hard water fishing – by accident or grand design?

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