Callaway County 4-H

08/31/2026

A huge congratulations to Mikenley McKenna for earning Best of Show at the State Fair with her exceptional Horse Safety Poster!

From safe riding practices to important horse-handling tips, Mikenley's poster demonstrated outstanding knowledge and creativity. This top honor reflects dedication and hard work.

Way to go, Mikenley! Your achievement makes our community proud!

08/31/2026

State Fair Projects Are Ready for Pickup!

State Fair projects are back and ready to be picked up!

Please stop by the Callaway County Extension Office at 10 E. 5th Street, Fulton, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. M-F to pick up your projects.

Every project sent to the State Fair received a State Fair ribbon, including all digital images submitted! Be sure to pick up your ribbons along with your projects.

Please enter through our door on the 4th Street side of the building.

If you need assistance or have questions, please call the Extension Office at 573-642-0755.

Thank you, and congratulations to everyone who participated in the State Fair!

08/31/2026

REGISTRATIONS CLOSING SOON!
There are quite a few deadlines in the next few days! No late registrations will be accepted!
•State 4-H Public Speaking Contest (Closes 8/31)
https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/missouri-4-h/4-h-projects-opportunities/4-h-opportunities/4-h-public-speaking-contest

•State 4-H Fashion R***e: (Closes 8/31)
https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/missouri-4-h/4-h-projects-opportunities/4-h-opportunities/4-h-fashion-revue

•Applications due for Ignite by Sept. 1
https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/missouri-4-h/4-h-projects-opportunities/4-h-opportunities/ignite

•Great Outdoors Photo Contest due by Sept. 15
https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/missouri-4-h/4-h-projects-opportunities/4-h-opportunities/missouri-4-h-great-outdoors-photography-contest

08/31/2026

There are just two opportunities left for this fall to attend the Recognition Prep Zooms.
Both sessions will cover the same information and are designed to help members, parents, and volunteers in completing the Missouri Recognition Forms. Visit the link below to register to receive the link the day before the zoom or zooms of your choice!

https://missouri.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1LgpSzb1osICIuy

08/17/2026

The end of the 4-H year is approaching, and it is never too early to start thinking about completing recognition forms. Join Youth Specialist Katie Hogan for one of three opportunities to learn more about completing the Missouri 4-H Recognition Forms!
Please complete the pre-registration Survey below to receive the Zoom links. Links will be sent the day before the Zoom, and all three Zooms will have the same content.
https://missouri.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1LgpSzb1osICIuy

Tuesday, August 25th, 6 pm
Thursday, September 3rd, 6 pm
Sunday, September 13th, 4 pm

Digitally accessible forms will soon be available on the State 4-H website, under peer competition. Print out a copy of your level of the form, take notes, and ask questions during the Zoom, and you will have a big jump on completing your state-level recognition form.

07/28/2026

🍀 Ten Commandments for Parents during Fair Week 🍀

Let’s make it a great week!

07/25/2026

07/16/2026

Headed to the Missouri State Fair? Stop by the newly renovated and air conditioned 4-H Building! While you are there, check out the MAE4-HYDP's Puzzles for sale for just $20! In 2027, 4-H will be celebrating 125 years and this commemorative puzzle highlights the history of 4-H in Missouri!