Prairie 4-H

Prairie 4-H Prairie 4-H in Beecher, IL

03/15/2026

Ready, set, decorate!

Youth ages 8–18 are invited to bring their creativity to this high-energy, live cake decorating competition, Cake It 'Til You Make It. Participants will compete in timed rounds—beginner and intermediate/advanced levels—to transform plain cakes into themed masterpieces while building confidence, creativity, and real-world skills like planning, time management, and presentation.

📍 Bevier Hall, Food Science & Human Nutrition Labs, Urbana
🗓 May 7
⏰ Registration deadline: April 17

Spots are limited—don’t miss your chance to cake it ‘til you make it! Register at go.illinois.edu/CakeDecoratingCompetition and if you need reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact the State 4-H Office.

03/15/2026

Registration is officially open for Camp Kaleido!

Camp Kaleido is a full-day art immersion experience where youth, ages 8-12, explore the spectrum of creative expression through hands-on workshops, collaborative projects, and experimentation. Led by the 4-H Creative Collective Art Ambassador Team, campers rotate through stations that highlight visual, performing, and interdisciplinary arts, each designed to spark imagination, build skills, and celebrate individuality.

• Date: May 9
• Age: 8–12
• Location: 4-H Memorial Camp, Monticello
• Cost: $50 (lunch included)
• Registration Window: March 2 – April 20
• Registration Link: go.illinois.edu/CampKaleido

If you need reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact the State 4-H Office.

03/15/2026

Join us for the 2026 State Horse Speaking Contest on April 18 on the University of Illinois campus!

4-H Horse Speaking contests help youth gain self-confidence, courage and persuasiveness; share ideas with others; and develop the ability to speak in public to inform others about horse-related subjects and the 4-H Horse project.

Head to go.illinois.edu/4Hhorsespeaking and register by March 20. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact the State 4-H Office.

03/10/2026

We will be having a Zoom meeting for tonight's meeting. Please check your emails!

03/10/2026

We are watching the weather very closely and will be making a decision about tonight's meeting. Watch for a text and check your emails.

02/21/2026

Save the date! Our 2026 4-H Reel Adventure Family Fish Camp will be May 1-3 in Monticello!

Registration opens February 16, and check out our website for all things camp: go.illinois.edu/FamilyFishCamp

02/20/2026

Big Ideas, Clear Displays! Get ready for our virtual session, Building a Better 4-H Poster, on March 18, 2026, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm!

Ever wonder why some posters grab your attention right away? In this workshop, 4-H youth will learn simple design and presentation tips that help posters stand out and clearly tell a story. We’ll talk about common mistakes, smart design choices, and easy ways to improve posters without starting over. Open to 4-H members age 8 – 18.

To register visit go.illinois.edu/PosterWorkshop

If you need reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact the State 4-H Office.

02/20/2026

LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP TO COMPLETE YQCA REQUIREMENT. At this time, this is the only in person training scheduled in Grundy County. Be sure to register for a chance to learn a lot from industry professionals as well as complete your YQCA requirement for this year. REGISTRATION CLOSES FEBRUARY 20!

📣 Registration is now OPEN! The Youth Large Animal Livestock Clinic is back, and spots are limited! 🐄🐖🐑 Exhibitors completing YQCA certification in person must register for YQCA at yqcaprogram.org by searching for the February 28 – Kendall and Grundy YQCA class AND let us know you’re attending the clinic by filling out our registration form: https://form.jotform.com/260193653929163

via Kendall-Grundy Farm Bureau

02/20/2026

Every year, families join Illinois 4-H with great questions—and even longtime families appreciate a refresher now and then. We’ve heard you, and we’re excited to share a new resource designed to make the 4-H experience clearer and easier!

This new family handbook is the perfect starting point for both new and experienced 4-H families—covering what 4-H is, how clubs work, project options, meeting basics, and all the ways youth can grow through hands-on learning and leadership. A great guide for understanding the full 4-H experience from day one. Find out more at go.illinois.edu/ILNewFamBook and watch for more new resource highlights coming soon!

02/20/2026

Just a reminder setup is at 2pm!

02/13/2026

Big experiences are coming up for Illinois 4-H youth and families—mark your calendars and stay tuned for registration details!

State Poultry Judging Contest
📍 Stock Pavilion, Urbana
🗓 Tuesday, April 28
More details and registration coming soon.

4-H Reel Adventure Family Fish Camp
📍 4-H Memorial Camp
🗓 May 1–3
A weekend designed for families—registration opens February 16.

4-H Kitchen Challenges
📍 University of Illinois campus
🗓 May 7
Two high-energy statewide kitchen experiences—Cake It ’Til You Make It (open to youth 8-18) and Dish Dash (open to youth 6th-12th grade). Registration opens February 23.

Camp Kaleido
📍 4-H Memorial Camp, Monticello
🗓 May 9
A full-day art immersion for youth ages 8–12, led by the 4-H Creative Collective Art Ambassador Team. Registration opens March 2.

02/13/2026

Your horse is more than an animal: they’re your investment, your partner, and your passion. 🐴

Join us March 12 for our Horse Owners Workshop and learn how targeted feeding and preventive care can protect the “MOST” important asset in your barn. Hear from industry experts, grab exclusive feed coupons, enjoy light refreshments, and connect with fellow horse owners.

Click here to RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfu1EqmSlNAv-pdtQTP0r85HHJoe8m4_MYhUmc4wXP1O-cT7w/viewform?usp=publish-editor

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