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4-H Project Records & Officer Books Due September 28!It’s time to wrap up your Project Records and Club Officer Books fo...
09/18/2026

4-H Project Records & Officer Books Due September 28!

It’s time to wrap up your Project Records and Club Officer Books for judging!

Project Records: Share what you learned and accomplished this year. Members who submit records by the deadline are eligible for awards!

Officer Books: All clubs should submit Secretary, Treasurer, and Historian Books. We will award plaques to the top Secretary and Treasurer Books. Treasurer Books do not need the September statement.

📅 Due September 28 to the Benton County Extension Office

🏆 Awards will be presented October 4 at our Open House, Achievement Night & Centennial Kickoff! Come celebrate your accomplishments—and help us kick off 100 years of Benton County 4-H!

Resources:
➡️ https://z.umn.edu/BentonSharedResources
➡️ https://extension.umn.edu/4-h-projects/4-h-record-keeping

Memories from the 2026 Minnesota State Miniature Horse Show!These photos capture the full experience—from time in the ar...
09/18/2026

Memories from the 2026 Minnesota State Miniature Horse Show!

These photos capture the full experience—from time in the arena and preparing for classes to supporting friends and enjoying the day together.

And what a showing for Benton County! Our exhibitors brought home ALL FOUR High Point honors—Grand and Reserve Grand Champion in BOTH the Senior (Grade 9+) and Intermediate (Grades 6–8) divisions!

Congratulations to our exhibitors on a fantastic State Miniature Horse Show. Enjoy a few more snapshots from a day worth remembering!

2026 STATE MINIATURE HORSE SHOW RESULTSWhat an incredible showing for Benton County 4-H! Our exhibitors had an outstandi...
09/18/2026

2026 STATE MINIATURE HORSE SHOW RESULTS

What an incredible showing for Benton County 4-H! Our exhibitors had an outstanding State Miniature Horse Show, taking home all four High Point honors—Grand and Reserve in both the Senior and Intermediate divisions!

Beyond the High Point awards, Benton County exhibitors earned top placings across showmanship, hunter, jumper, obstacle, driving, liberty, costume and more. We are incredibly proud of the hard work, dedication and countless hours these youth have put into working with their miniature horses. You represented Benton County 4-H exceptionally well at the state level—congratulations to every exhibitor!

HIGH POINT WINNERS

Senior — Grades 9+
Grand Champion High Point — Ava K.
Reserve Grand Champion High Point — Mackenzie D.

Intermediate — Grades 6–8
Grand Champion High Point — Piper K.
Reserve Grand Champion High Point — Jubilee L.

GRADES 9+ RESULTS

Ava K. — Senior Grand Champion High Point
• Showmanship — 2nd
• Hunter — 4th
• Jumper — 3rd
• Driving — 3rd
• Liberty — 1st
• Costume — 2nd

Mackenzie D. — Senior Reserve Grand Champion High Point
• Showmanship — 1st
• Hunter — 7th
• Jumper — 2nd
• Obstacle in Hand — 1st
• Liberty — 6th
• Costume — 7th

Shula L.
• Showmanship — 5th
• Hunter — 1st
• Jumper — 7th
• Obstacle in Hand — 5th
• Obstacle Driving — 4th
• Costume — 4th

Janessa V.
• Showmanship — 10th
• Hunter — 2nd
• Jumper — 6th
• Obstacle in Hand — 8th
• Liberty — 10th

Eliana F.
• Hunter — 9th
• Liberty — 7th

GRADES 6–8 RESULTS

Piper K. — Intermediate Grand Champion High Point
• Showmanship — 4th
• Hunter — 1st
• Jumper — 1st
• Obstacle — 2nd
• Driving — 1st
• Roadster — 1st
• Liberty — 2nd
• Costume — 1st

Jubilee L. — Intermediate Reserve Grand Champion High Point
• Showmanship — 7th
• Hunter — 2nd
• Jumper — 2nd
• Obstacle Driving — 1st
• Driving — 3rd
• Liberty — 1st
• Costume — 5th

Lola L.
• Showmanship — 6th
• Hunter — 5th
• Jumper — placing not provided
• Obstacle in Hand — 1st
• Driving — 2nd

Samantha D.
• Jumper — 6th
• Obstacle in Hand — 7th
• Driving Obstacles — 2nd

Congratulations to all of our Benton County 4-H State Miniature Horse exhibitors! Your hard work, dedication and success at the state level made Benton County proud. What an incredible accomplishment for this group of youth!

Finding Their Voice & Going Beyond Ready!Five Benton County 4-H’ers recently stepped into the Benton County Board of Com...
09/18/2026

Finding Their Voice & Going Beyond Ready!

Five Benton County 4-H’ers recently stepped into the Benton County Board of Commissioners meeting with an important request—to proclaim October 4–10 as National 4-H Week in Benton County!

Trevor T., Connor T., Reed T., Emma S., and Isabella S. stood before the commissioners and shared, in their own words, what 4-H means to them—from camps and showing animals to trying new projects, making friends and building leadership skills.

Were they a little nervous? Absolutely. But they stepped up, found their voices and proudly shared their 4-H stories with community leaders.

And that is what this year’s National 4-H Week theme, Beyond Ready, is all about.

4-H gives young people opportunities to try something new, take on challenges and discover just how capable they are. Sometimes that looks like raising an animal, attending camp or leading an activity. And sometimes it looks like walking into a county boardroom a little nervous—and walking out a little more confident.

Thank you to the Benton County Board of Commissioners for welcoming our youth, listening to their stories and officially proclaiming October 4–10, 2026, as National 4-H Week in Benton County!

We are proud of Trevor T., Connor T., Reed T., Emma S., and Isabella S. for representing Benton County 4-H and showing us what it means to be Beyond Ready!

YOUTH LEADERS — WE NEED YOU!📅 SUNDAY, SEPT. 27🕕 6:00 P.M. — LEADER’S COUNCIL MEETING🗳️ 2026–2027 Officer Elections & Ins...
09/17/2026

YOUTH LEADERS — WE NEED YOU!

📅 SUNDAY, SEPT. 27
🕕 6:00 P.M. — LEADER’S COUNCIL MEETING
🗳️ 2026–2027 Officer Elections & Installation

Are you ready to step up, share your ideas, and help lead Benton County 4-H?

We’re looking for youth interested in running for a Leader’s Council officer position!

⭐ Build leadership skills
⭐ Make your voice heard
⭐ Help make decisions for our 4-H program
⭐ Represent fellow 4-H members
⭐ Make a difference!

You don’t need to be an experienced leader—you just need to be willing to step up and give it a try!

💚 Could this be YOUR year to lead?

Join us Sunday, Sept. 27 at 6:00 p.m.! 🍀

NATIONAL 4-H WEEK CLUB CHALLENGE!October 4–10 | Beyond ReadyHelp us fill Benton County with 4-H pride during National 4-...
09/17/2026

NATIONAL 4-H WEEK CLUB CHALLENGE!
October 4–10 | Beyond Ready

Help us fill Benton County with 4-H pride during National 4-H Week! Clubs are challenged to create ONE promotion:

📍 Outdoor Display — Sign, banner, yard display, decorated vehicle, or other creative community display.

📱 Indoor/Social Media Promotion — Create a display at a school, library, business, or community location OR develop a video, reel, or photo campaign.

WIN A PIZZA PARTY!

Clubs must follow all Challenge Guidelines and submit the required photos and information by October 10 to qualify.

🏆How are winners selected?
After the deadline, we will review all qualifying entries and select winners based on how well their promotion meets the challenge guidelines, creatively promotes 4-H, and builds 4-H visibility in the community.

We typically select one winner in each category—Outdoor and Indoor/Social Media. Depending on the number of qualifying entries, we may select one overall winner this year.

👉 Full guidelines, submission requirements & promotional resources:
https://z.umn.edu/4HWeekChallenge2026

Get creative and show Benton County your 4-H pride! 💚🍀

The MN State Horse adventure continues! Part 2We’re excited to spotlight more of our Benton County 4-H Horse exhibitors ...
09/17/2026

The MN State Horse adventure continues! Part 2

We’re excited to spotlight more of our Benton County 4-H Horse exhibitors headed to the Minnesota State Horse 🍀

From countless hours in the saddle to the State Fair arena, these riders have worked hard for this opportunity. Ride proud, support one another, make some memories, and enjoy every moment with your horse!

We’re cheering you on, Benton County! 💚

STATE HORSE BOUND! Part 1Meet some of our Benton County 4-H Horse exhibitors headed to the MN STATE HORSE. These rider...
09/17/2026

STATE HORSE BOUND! Part 1

Meet some of our Benton County 4-H Horse exhibitors headed to the MN STATE HORSE. These riders have put in the time, built their skills, and worked alongside their horses to earn this exciting opportunity.

Ride with confidence, trust your preparation, and most of all—enjoy the experience!** Benton County is cheering you on! 💚

Benton County 4-H Horse exhibitors are STATE FAIR BOUND!Countless rides, hours of practice, and plenty of determination ...
09/17/2026

Benton County 4-H Horse exhibitors are STATE FAIR BOUND!

Countless rides, hours of practice, and plenty of determination have brought you to this exciting opportunity. Trust yourself, trust your horse, and enjoy every moment in and out of the arena.

Benton County is cheering you on all the way! 💚

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531 Dewey Street
Foley, MN
56329

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Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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