Knightsen 4-H

04/02/2026

🐄👢 4-H Uniform Boots & Show Shoes 👢🐄

Kids’ feet grow WAY too fast 😅 — if your child has outgrown boots or show shoes that still have some life left in them, please consider donating them to our club’s Whites Bin! 💚

👇 Here’s how it works:
✨ Have boots or show shoes to donate? Comment the size below
✨ Need boots or show shoes? Post the size(s) you’re looking for

Let’s help each other out and keep these kiddos show-ready! 🐖🐑🐐

01/12/2026

🔥 Elite Livestock Clinic is coming to our area! 🔥
This is a HUGE opportunity for our youth exhibitors and one we don’t get very often!

Elite brings in top-level coaches for each species, and as more kids register, they bring in additional coaches to make sure every exhibitor gets the time, attention, and instruction needed to truly excel in the show ring 🏆👏

📣 PLEASE REGISTER ASAP!
Early registration helps Elite:
✅ Prepare participant packets
✅ Ensure enough coaches for each species
✅ Provide the best possible experience for our kids

🌟 Whether your exhibitor is just starting out or looking to take things to the next level, this clinic will be an incredible learning experience for our area!

⬇️ Registration information is below ⬇️
Let’s show Elite how excited we are and make this clinic a big success! 💪🐮🐷🐑

Brentwood FFA Brentwood 4-H Contra Costa County 4-H Contra Costa Fair Livestock

11/12/2025

🎄✨ It’s time to spread some holiday magic, Knightsen! ✨🎄
The Knightsen 4‑H Youth Leadership Team is searching for our 2025 Honorary Tree Lighter — someone who makes our community shine with kindness, leadership, and heart! 💚

Do you know a neighbor, teacher, volunteer, or friend who always goes above and beyond? 🌟 Nominate them today using the Google Form below!

🗓 Deadline: November 30, 2025
📋 Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/qY83pHHgutyNSqri8

Let’s come together to celebrate the people who make Knightsen a wonderful place to live. 💫

Knightsen 4-H would like to include the community in the nomination process for this year's honorary Tree Lighter. * Nominations Due 11/30/2025 * Nominee MUST be an established Knightsen Resident.

10/30/2025

🚨🥳 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! 🚨

The NEW Knightsen 4-H Baking & Cooking Project is here! 🍰👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

Love yummy treats? 😋 Want to learn how to cook and bake like a pro? 🥧🍕 Join our 4-H Baking & Cooking Project — open to youth ages 5 & up! 🌟 You’ll get hands-on fun making everything from cookies 🍪 to pot pies 🥘and charcuterie — while learning awesome kitchen skills, teamwork, and creativity! 🎂✨

PLUS — this project is a great way to get ready for the County Food Fiesta! 🏅🎉 You’ll build confidence, practice your favorite recipes, and show off your delicious creations! 🍴💚

👩‍🍳 Who: Youth ages 5+
📅 When: Sign up now — spots fill fast!
💚 Why: Make new friends, learn new skills, and share your love of cooking!

👉 Comment if your child is interested in enrolling!

08/06/2025

This year's Project Line Up!
Beef / Boer Goat / Diary Goat
Pygmy Goat / Nigerian Goat / Horse
Small Market Poultry / Poultry / Sewing
Fiber Arts / Lamb / Rabbit
Swine / Vet Science with Livestock Breeding
Welding / Lego / Dog
Toast Masters - Public Speaking

See everyone @ tomorrow's Kick Off Meeting!

08/06/2025

ENROLLMENT IS OPEN!
Get a head start on enrollment! Many projects have deadlines to join!

Here are all the links for new and returning members!

Join 4-H Main Link: https://ucanr.edu/site/contra-costa-4-h-program/join-4-h
Zsuite Link: https://4h.zsuite.org/
Returning Youth Members: https://ucanr.edu/.../Join-4-H/Returning_Youth_Members/
NEW Youth Members: https://4hcontracosta.ucanr.edu/Join-4-H/new_youth_members/
Returning Adult Volunteers: https://ucanr.edu/.../Join-4-H/Returning_Adult_Volunteers/
To pay fees: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=46536

PUBLIC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Knightsen4H

Facebook for Members: https://www.facebook.com/groups/258792677629220/

The Club Year starts July 1 and ends June 30 of the following year. New members are welcome to join 4-H until April 1; although most of the project and club activities are held from August through May.

05/07/2025

🎉🐮 Come Cheer for Our Knightsen 4-H Kids! 🐰🎉

Our awesome Knightsen 4-H members have been working SO hard! They've been feeding their animals, cleaning pens, learning new things, and getting everything ready for the big day—and they can’t wait to show you what they’ve done!

🗓 Big Day: Sunday, May 18th
🕘 Starts at 9:00 AM
📍 Contra Costa County Jr. Livestock Auction

You can come see pigs, goats, lambs, rabbits, steers and more—and even fill your freezer! Talk to the kids, hear their stories, and see what they’ve learned. They’ve got letters to share and smiles ready for everyone!

📘 Check out the Buyer’s Auction Booklet here:
👉https://contracostafair.com/.../03/Auction-Buyer-Booklet.pdf

🎈Bring your family, bring your friends, and come support these superstars!
It’s a fun way to help kids grow, learn, and be proud of what they’ve done.

🐷💚 You don’t want to miss it!

04/30/2025

🎉🐮 Come Support Our Knightsen 4-H Rockstars! 🐷🎉

They’ve fed, cleaned, walked, trained—and yes, even scooped. 💪
Now our amazing Knightsen 4-H members are ready to show off the animals they’ve raised and the skills they’ve built!

🐑 It’s time for the Contra Costa County Jr. Livestock Auction!
🗓 Sunday, May 18th
🕘 Kickoff at 9:00 AM sharp!

This isn’t your average Sunday morning—it's your chance to cheer on hardworking local kids, maybe take home a project animal, and definitely feel good about supporting youth in agriculture.

Thinking of buying? Awesome! Reach out to an exhibitor—they’ll happily share their story, give you their buyer’s letter, and answer any questions. (They love talking about their projects—it’s kind of their thing! 😊)

📘 Check out the Buyer’s Auction Booklet:
👉https://contracostafair.com/.../03/Auction-Buyer-Booklet.pdf

🎊 Be part of something special.
You’ll leave with a full heart (and maybe a new freezer full of farm-fresh meat)!

04/27/2025

Let’s Rally for the Future of Agriculture!
🌾🍽️💚

Get ready for a fun-filled evening that brings our community together to support something truly special — the Knightsen 4-H Club! This isn’t just a dinner — it’s a celebration of hard work, growth, and the future of ag! 🚜✨

Why it matters:
Every ticket sold helps us provide project supplies, host awesome club events, and give our youth the tools they need to thrive. These young leaders are the heart of our community, and with your support, we can keep their passions growing strong! 🌱

Here’s what’s in store:

🍽️ Delicious dinner you won’t want to miss
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Incredible company with friends, family & fellow supporters
🌟 Inspiring stories from our amazing 4-H youth

Feel-good vibes all night long 🎉

We need YOUR help to spread the word! 📣

Share this with your network and help us make this night unforgettable!

Let’s pack the place and show our 4-H youth just how much we believe in them!
💚🐄🌾

04/24/2025

Support Our Incredible Knightsen 4-H Youth!

Our Knightsen 4-H members have been working hard, and it’s truly inspiring to see all they’ve accomplished. From raising animals to learning life skills, their dedication shines through every step of the way!

Mark your calendars:
Contra Costa County Jr. Livestock Auction
Sunday, May 18th | 9:00 AM

Interested in purchasing an animal? Reach out directly to the exhibitor—they’d love to share their project with you, present their buyer’s letter, and answer any questions. This is a great way to support youth in agriculture while helping them develop valuable communication skills.

View the Buyer’s Auction Booklet here:
https://contracostafair.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Auction-Buyer-Booklet.pdf

Come be part of something special—your support makes a big difference!

04/23/2025

Check out the incredible hard work of our Knightsen 4-H youth members! They’ve been putting in a lot of effort, and it’s truly inspiring to see all they’ve accomplished!

Mark your calendars for this year's Contra Costa County Jr. Livestock Auction on May 18th at 9 AM.

If you're interested in purchasing an animal at the auction, please reach out to the exhibitor directly. They’ll be happy to present their letter to you and answer any questions you have about the animals they're showcasing. This is a great opportunity not only to learn about the livestock auction but also to help these youth practice their speaking skills

The Buyer's Auction Booklet can be found:https://contracostafair.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Auction-Buyer-Booklet.pdf