Jefferson County - Colorado 4-H

05/27/2026

4-H youth enrolled in livestock and horse projects are invited to join us for a full day of hands on learning at the 2026 Adrianne Smith Memorial Livestock Showmanship Camp on Saturday, June 13th at the McKeever Arena in Conifer. This camp is a fantastic opportunity to develop and sharpen showmanship skills ahead of your County Fair.

Participants will benefit from:
• Fitting demonstrations
• Practice time with multiple species
• A competitive Round Robin for Junior, Intermediate, and Senior divisions
• Buckle prizes, along with ribbons and on site concessions

Important Details:
• Cost: $25.00 per participant
• Registration begins at 7:00 AM
• Youth must bring their own 4 H registered animals (excluding swine and horses)
• Activities follow Colorado 4 H rules
• Pre registration is required by midnight on June 10

This is a great chance to build confidence, learn from peers, and get show ring ready. We hope to see you there!

Register and/or Sign Up to Volunteer - https://col.st/ell23
Showbill - https://col.st/ht4ds

05/21/2026

ENOR Environmental Discovery Camp is Hiring for Summer 2026! ✨🌲

Join our seasonal summer camp team as an educator and help create magical outdoor learning experiences for local youth! ENOR Environmental Discovery Day Camp has been inspiring outdoor discovery for 52 years, and we’re looking for dynamic, enthusiastic team members to help continue that tradition!

🌿 Camp Educators
We’re looking for energetic, supportive leaders who love working with kids outdoors. Educators help guide up to 10 campers each day through hiking, hands‑on learning activities, and exploration across local public lands. Responsibilities include:
• Ensuring camper safety and positive experiences
• Preparing daily activities based on camp curriculum
• Managing camper check‑in/out
• Organizing and caring for equipment

If you’re passionate about environmental education, teamwork, and spending your summer outdoors, we’d love to hear from you!

📌 Apply ASAP! Applications are reviewed each day, and this posting will close once all positions have been filled!

Outdoor Educators: https://col.st/da29q

04/22/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week! ✨🎉

We want to extend our gratitude for the 100+ volunteers that give their time, energy, and passion to our program every single year. From leading club or project meetings, chaperoning members at conferences, helping plan fundraisers, and organizing workshops and shows, we would not have 4-H without volunteers!

Collectively, they power the 4-H motto of "Making the Best Better" and give young people hands-on experiences, mentorship, and leadership opportunities that prepare them to lead for a lifetime.

Thank you for all that you do for our youth, you are making an impact on our future generations and our local community!

If you know a 4-H volunteer, be sure to tell them thank you!💚🍀

04/16/2026

Last month was Spring Break for Jeffco Public Schools, so our office held activities for our 4-H'ers! Two days were packed with fun and featured a different theme, related to 4-H project areas, and youth had the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities.

Our first day was all about outdoor exploration! Youth got to try out archery in the morning and then headed over to Lair O' the Bear Park, where we explored riparian ecosystems through building beaver dams and catching invertebrates. The day ended with a senses walk, where members used their eyes, ears, hands, and nose to immerse themselves in and appreciate our natural environment.

The second day focused on vet science! Our members started the morning with a cow dissection lab with CSU Extension's Veterinary Specialist, Dr. Whitman. They learned about the bodily systems and how they support a cow throughout its life, then practiced their suturing skills on imitation skin. The afternoon featured a tour of CSU Spur, where our 4-H'ers observed veterinary procedures, explored VR programs being used to train vet students, and learned about animal-assisted therapies. At the end of the day, youth studied skeletal and muscular diagrams of horses and mapped them on a horse's body!

In 4-H, education is what we do. While these activities were fun. they also exposed our members to different interest areas, which can spark new passions and broaden their future possibilities!

04/10/2026

Thank You for Supporting Our Boots & BBQ Fundraiser! 💚🤠

A huge thank‑you to all the community members, families, volunteers, and supporters who came out to make our 4‑H program's Boots & BBQ Fundraiser such a fun and successful event!

We loved seeing everyone enjoy delicious BBQ, join in for some lively line dancing, and bid on our silent auction items. Your energy, generosity, and enthusiasm help make opportunities possible for our 4‑H youth—and we’re so grateful.

Thank you for showing up, celebrating with us, and supporting our program!

04/05/2026

🌟 Congratulations to our Jeffco 4‑H Creative Cooks Participants! 🌟

A big shout‑out to all the amazing Jeffco 4‑H members who competed in the 4‑H Front Range Regional Creative Cooks Competition! This contest challenges youth to learn and practice meal planning, nutrition, and food preparation skills—all while letting their creativity shine.

Members selected a theme, prepared delicious dishes, and designed table settings to bring their ideas to life. This year’s themes were absolutely incredible, featuring:
• Disney’s Moana
• Disney’s Luca
• W***y Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
• Wicked
• Military
• Wings of Fire (graphic novel series)

We are so proud of the imagination, hard work, and culinary skills our youth displayed. Thank you for representing Jeffco 4‑H with creativity and confidence!

🥗👏 Great job, everyone!

03/10/2026

Time is running out to get your tickets for our Boots & BBQ Fundraiser, happening THIS WEEKEND!

This is our largest fundraiser of the year, so it is the perfect opportunity to come out and support your local 4-H program!

Dancing, BBQ, and amazing silent auction items! It is going to be a great evening. 🍀

Get ready for an evening filled with delicious BBQ, fun activities, and a whole lot of country charm – all for a great cause!

Jeffco 4-H is hosting our annual fundraiser on March 14th at the Jefferson County Colorado Fairgrounds from 6pm to 9pm!

🌟 Smokin’ Outlaw Kitchen will be serving up their slow-smoked BBQ
🤠 A line caller will be teaching us how to kick up our boots with line dancing lessons
🎁 Silent Auction – Bid on amazing items while supporting Jeffco 4-H Youth!

Come for the food, stay for the dancing, and don’t forget to place your bids! Every dollar raised goes toward Jefferson County 4-H Youth Programs, making a difference in our community.

Buy your tickers here - https://col.st/oas60

Help us spread the word—tag your friends, share this post, and let’s make this fundraiser a huge success! See y’all there!

03/05/2026

🌿 Join ENOR Environmental Discovery Camp for an Animal Tracking Workshop! 🐾
Saturday, March 7 | 10:00am–3:00pm
Bear Creek Lake Park – Muskrat Meadow

Ever wondered what stories the forest floor is trying to tell? Bring your curiosity and join ENOR Environmental Discovery Camp for a hands‑on Animal Tracking Workshop designed for youth of all ages (recommended for ages 8+). Parents are encouraged to participate too!

During this immersive day in nature, participants will learn:
• Where to find animal tracks
• How to properly observe and interpret them
• Tools used by trackers
• How to identify animals and recognize track patterns
• How to recreate the “story” of what animals were doing when they left their tracks behind

This workshop helps deepen our connection with wildlife and the earth, encourages creativity, strengthens problem‑solving skills, and offers the calming benefits of time outdoors.

✔ What to bring: warm shoes, layered clothing, snacks, and water.

Spend a day exploring, learning, and reconnecting with nature.
Register here - https://col.st/5mayw.
We hope to see you there! 🌲🐾

02/27/2026

Incoming 7th & 8th Graders — We Still Have Spots Open! 🌿

Middle school is a time of growth, independence, and discovery — and ENOR Environmental Discovery Camp is designed with that in mind. Campers challenge themselves on meaningful hikes, build teamwork skills, and develop a deeper connection to the natural world and to each other.

🥾 “He’s been very proud of his hiking accomplishments… He’s especially motivated by the group hike experience. For a kid who spends a lot of time playing video games, we love that this camp gets him active and outdoors in a way he really enjoys!” — Raptor’s Retreat Parent

🌲 “She has learned essential outdoor skills, made special friends, and benefited from fun, engaging, supportive counselors.” — Raptor’s Retreat Parent

🌎 “It was a ton of fun hiking… It made me appreciate the outdoors more and want to spend more time outside.” — Raptor’s Retreat Camper

🌿 “It made me realize how peaceful it is to just sit in the forest and listen.” — Raptor’s Retreat Camper

At ENOR, youth:
✨ Build confidence through challenge
✨ Discover peace and stress relief in nature
✨ Develop preparedness and safety skills
✨ Form meaningful friendships through shared experiences
✨ Explore future careers in natural resources

Spots for incoming 7th and 8th graders are limited! Register today and give your child a summer that truly makes an impact - https://col.st/mffcr. 🌞

02/25/2026

Joining 4-H: Step 2 is Pick a Project!

So, you are interested in 4-H! You know you want your child to experience the impacts of research-backed, positive youth development programs that help young people grow life skills, find their spark, and become involved community members.

You have chosen a club in your area that would be a good fit for your family, so what's next?

Time to pick a project! 4-H offers over 50 different project areas that youth can use to explore their interests! Curious about how to create beautiful, frosted cakes? Pick cake decorating! Interested in learning how to raise a chicken? Pick a poultry project! Want the skills to start making your own clothes? Pick clothing construction! What about the intricacies of beehives and how honey is made? We have beekeeping! There is so much for youth to explore through 4-H!

Once youth have picked a project, they can get connected with a project group, to be a part of meetings where adult leaders help guide learning experiences. If we don't have a volunteer for a project area, don't worry! Our office can get you connected with the resources for self-guided learning at home.

Interested in becoming a volunteer to help share your passions and experiences with youth? Contact our office at (303)271-6620 to learn how to become a 4-H volunteer!

You can find a full list of available projects through Colorado 4-H on their website - https://co4h.colostate.edu/4h-resource/4-h-projects-list/

Come join us and find all that is possible with 4-H!