Spend Time With Your Kids in the Kitchen
With the winter months here and the weather finally feeling like the holiday season, take some time with your …
4-H Youth Development
4-H is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina, educating hundreds of thousands of young people each year. Extension’s 4-H program is growing the next generation of leaders and equipping youth with the skills to succeed.
Maintain, Don't Gain This Holiday Season
The Eat Smart, Move More Holiday Challenge is underway! Rather than focusing on trying to lose weight, this FREE seven-week challenge provides …
McDowell County Wins State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest
2020 has been full of disappointments for 4-Hers across the state due to the cancelation of face to face …
Help McDowell 4-H "Share the Warmth"
As the temperatures start dropping and Old Man Winter starts nipping at our noses we would like to introduce …
NCSU Open Horse Show Judges Virtual Academy
Due to COVID-19 restrictions that are currently in effect for NC State University events, the 2020 NC State University …
2020 State 4-H Livestock Contest Results
Senior Contest Results Sr Ind Overall Sr Team Overall Sr Ind Meat Goats Sr Team Meat Goats Sr Ind Sheep Sr Team Sheep Sr Ind Cattle Sr …
McDowell 4-H Ornament Event
Hey!!! McDowell County 4-H needs your help. Our Christmas tree is looking awfully bare. We are calling on our …
McDowell 4-H Decorated Pumpkin Contest Results
The 2020 McDowell 4-H Decorated Pumpkin contest was a huge success! 52 pumpkins were turned in from 4-Hers all …
Backyard Composting Basics Webinar
Composting is harnessing the power of nature to recycle your organic waste at home. Would you believe me if …
NC 4-H Horse Program Emergency Fund Silent Auction
New Hope Stables, home of the High Achievers 4-H Club in Perquimans County, has recently experienced the tragic loss …
State 4-H Livestock Contest Information
State 4-H Livestock Contest October 31 – Skillathon November 1 – Livestock Judging State Contest Agenda Quiz Bowl contest has been canceled. Entries are …
Celebrating Halloween Safely During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Many are hearing that Halloween is canceled this year. That is not the case. You can still celebrate Halloween …
September 2020 Newsletter
The September 2020 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter is now available. This issue highlights the recipients of the 2020 Billy Murray Scholarships …
Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion
Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to support local programs through the Paper Clover fundraiser. Each spring and fall, Tractor …
McDowell County 4-H Decorated Pumpkin Contest
With the chill in the air, it is once again time to start thinking about Fall. This year we …
Upcoming NC 4-H Volunteer Opportunities
These are open to all registered NC 4-H volunteers. Contact Chad Ray for more information! Upcoming 4-H Volunteer …
4-H Hay Bale Competition
Attention 4-H’ers and families. With the NC State Fair postponed this year North Carolina 4-H is bringing the annual …
Nature Adventures FREE Fall Virtual Learning Series
Calling all teachers, homeschool families, and educators who want to spice up your fall education plan! Announcing Nature Adventures, a virtual learning …
Attention: Parents, Teachers, & Virtual Students
I hope everyone has gotten off to a smooth start this school year. Changes can take time to get …
August 2020 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter
The August 2020 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter is now available. This issue highlights the winners of NC 4-H Virtual State Horse …
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