Utah County 4-H

08/25/2026

RIP 4-H alumna Dolly Parton 💚☘️

Today we mourn the loss of an American icon, a beloved philanthropist and a proud 4-H alumna, Dolly Parton. Her extraordinary life was defined not only by her incredible talent, but by her unwavering generosity, compassion and commitment to helping others.

For generations of young people, Dolly embodied what it means to use your gifts in service of others. From her roots in 4-H to her lifelong investment in literacy, education and community, she showed us that true leadership is grounded in humility, kindness, and purpose. As Dolly once said, "storms make trees take deeper roots." 💚

A proud 4-H alumna, she reminded us that challenges can strengthen us and help us grow. That wisdom will continue to inspire young people and communities for generations to come. We extend our deepest condolences to her family, friends, and the millions whose lives she touched. Her legacy of hope, generosity, and service will live on. 🍀

08/20/2026

Check out this new state event 👇

🌱🥕NEW! Farm to Table Career Exploration Day🥛🍅

Ever wondered where your food comes from—or what careers help get it from the farm to your plate?

Join us for a hands-on day at Utah State University exploring careers in agriculture, food science, and culinary arts while learning how to reduce food waste every step of the way!

🚜 Tour the Caine Dairy, South Farm, Harvest Facility, research gardens, food science labs, and more.
�🍽️ Collect fresh ingredients throughout the day.
�👨‍🍳 Finish by preparing and enjoying your own meal in USU’s teaching kitchens!

📅 Saturday, September 26
�⏰ 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
�📍 Utah State University – Logan
�👥 Grades 6–12 (Open to 4-H members AND non-members!)
�💲 NOW FREE

Space is limited to just 80 youth, so register early!

08/17/2026

Put your cooking skills to the test!

08/12/2026

Come meet our Bunny Burrow 4-H club members and their rabbits!

08/12/2026

Get your entries in!!!

The Livestock Entry Deadline is coming up FAST! 🎡🐮

Be part of this year's fair and enter your livestock before it closes THIS Friday (8/14)!

Enter at 👉 utahstatefair.com/livestock

08/12/2026

Livestock, horses, STEM, family and consumer science, outdoor education, shooting sports, leadership and so much more.

Being a 4-H member is kinda chic. 🍀✨

08/11/2026

Come join us next summer! 🤠

https://www.kuer.org/science-environment/2026-08-11/usu-extension-4-h-cowboy-camp-teen-agricultural-literacy?fbclid=IwY2xjawToM5ZwZG9mAWJyaWQRMTQzb2h5NkdvQ2xLOHE4VjhzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeW-9vSRH4QPKKP-pEM-mOcp8QmSXk8PCOI2JuaqFX8Kl-_D5C60-I_bSJlAg

Growing up in Utah is now a largely urban experience. But the Cowboy Camp organized by the USU Extension wants to get more teens to trade screen time for saddle time.

08/03/2026

Utah 4-H’s Cowboy Camp celebrated its 5th anniversary this year from July 7-9 in Tropic. Cowboy Camp is an agricultural literacy initiative developed by Heather Thomson, a Utah 4-H Program Coordinator. The mission of Cowboy Camp is to increase agricultural literacy by providing young people with a pathway to future agricultural involvement through their own interests and unique angles of advocacy; whether that be the future producer who raises food, an engineer who designs machinery to harvest it, a lawmaker who creates legislation to support agriculture, or as an informed consumer.

This year, thirty-five 4-H youth campers from across the state gathered in Bryce Canyon and were able to explore agriculture through a variety of activities, including a mock 4-H Envirothon and a guided mule ride by Mecham Outfitters through Willis Creek Narrows.

“I started Cowboy Camp to give the next generation the same opportunities I was afforded growing up. As producers, it’s our responsibility to develop an agriculturally literate society. It’s rewarding watching the youth campers learn how agriculture touches every part of their lives, and grow in their confidence to enter the conversation and become advocates for this industry,” said Thomson.

To learn more, follow the link below to our website:

https://www.insiderutah.com/articles/35-youth-campers-attend-5th-annual-utah-4-h-cowboy-camp-in-tropic/

07/31/2026

Some of our 4-H members were featured in this story! 👏

Shout out to all our livestock exhibitors for your hard work and dedication!

07/30/2026

The Utah County 4-H Small Animal Showcase was BIG! From rabbits, to chickens, and even cats; these 4-Hers did a fantastic job showing off their projects.