El Dorado County, California 4-H

10/29/2026

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Oh my gourd, these are cute. 🎃 Bring a little 4-H to your front porch this Halloween with our free 4-H pumpkin stencils!

Pick your favorite, grab a pumpkin and get carving. Then show us your masterpiece! Click here: https://bit.ly/4BoZDFf 🍀

10/29/2026

🚨FAIR EXHIBITOR DEADLINE: DECEMBER 1, 2026🚨

4-H members planning to show an animal at the 2027 El Dorado County Fair must submit their Intent to Show AND be enrolled in their projects by 12/1/26. You can drop a project any time, but you can't add one after the deadline!

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All 4-H youth planning to exhibit a 4-H project animal must submit their Declaration of Intent to Show by December 1st of the current program year.

10/05/2026

💚🍀Happy National 4-H Week!🍀💚

Today we kick off the week by wearing green to show our 4-H spirit. and share your photos in the comments!

09/24/2026

**LOW-DOWN HOEDOWN — A NIGHT OF 4-H FUN!**

Join El Dorado County 4-H for our Low-Down Hoedown, an evening filled with community, connection, and a whole lot of 4-H fun.

**Friday, October 2, 2026**
**5:00–8:00 p.m.**
**El Dorado County Fairgrounds**

Come out and enjoy:

* Music and dancing
* Games and activities
* Family-friendly fun
* Dinner available for purchase
* Hands-on activities and crafts
* 4-H project information and displays
* Opportunities to meet local 4-H members, families, volunteers, and community partners

Come learn more about what El Dorado County 4-H has to offer. Our clubs and projects will be on hand to share information, answer questions, and showcase the hands-on learning opportunities available to local youth.

Whether you are already part of 4-H or have never experienced it before, everyone is welcome.

All details can be found on our webpage. You will also find the link to pre pay for dinner.
https://ucanr.edu/site/ucce-4-h-program-el-dorado-county/event/hoedown

Email: [email protected]

Bring the family, bring a friend, and come see what El Dorado County 4-H is all about.

Come get the lowdown on 4-H in El Dorado County and kick off National 4-H Week!

09/18/2026

Check out all of the exciting Chuckwagon events and sign up to help! All El Dorado County 4-H members are invited to participate. Primary 4-H members (ages 5-8) may participate with a parent/guardian. The 4-H Chuckwagon is located near the horse arena at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds.

Sign-Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D4DACAD22AA8-65991362-chuckwagon #/

Email [email protected] for more information!

09/18/2026

Calling all artists, creators and performers! We’d love to see what YOU do best. Submit your work for a chance to be featured at upcoming National 4-H events. We’re looking for singers, dancers, instrumentalists as well as visual artists and creators of all kinds. Enter today to showcase your unique talent on this national stage! Applications from students ages 14-19 accepted September 1st through October 26.

Calling all 4-H creators! 📣🍀

Whether you’re a visual artist, creator, or performer, we want to share your talents!

Submit here: https://4-h.org/youth-artists/

09/09/2026

Think you have what it takes to grill the perfect chicken thigh or turkey patty? 🐓🦃

Registration for the California 4-H Chicken and Turkey Barbecue Contests is open now through September 18th!🍀

🔥Open to all Senior 4-H youth (between 14-18 years old).
🔥Do not need to be enrolled in a poultry project to participate.
🔥Both contests are state qualifiers, the highest scoring contestant from each contest will qualify to represent California 4-H at the National 4-H Poultry & Egg Conference in Louisville, KY (November 2026).
🔥Contestants will be scored on their barbecue skills, the sensory evaluation of their final cooked product, and a brief oral presentation.

EVENT HOST: CA Foothills Youth Poultry Show
DATE: September 27, 2026
LOCATION: Evalynn Bishop Hall, Ione, CA
CONTEST CHECK-IN: 9:00 - 9:30 AM
CONTEST START TIME: 10:00 AM
DURATION: 2-hr time limit for preparation and cooking

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT: portable charcoal grill, meat thermometer, and any supplies needed to prepare the final cooked product. Youth also need to bring their cooking instructions or recipe.

PROVIDED MATERIALS: chicken thighs/turkey patties, table, charcoal, lighter fluid, aluminum foil, final product presentation plates or containers.

There is no fee to enter! Register by September 18, 2026. Read detailed contest guidelines: https://forms.gle/xsoiGPJfD9NsJYe6A

Note: Youth may only enter one contest due to overlapping cooking and presentation times.

Contact Erica Pettey ([email protected]) if you have any questions.

09/03/2026

🗓 Mark your calendar for the 30th annual Concours d’Elegance at Ironstone Vineyards! This world-class antique and classic car show benefits local 4-H and FFA programs.

How can 4-H members participate?
🎁Donate Items for the Silent Auction
🍪Bake Cookies for Gift Bags
🐇Showcase a Project
📣Give an Impromptu Speech
👬Volunteer at the Event

https://ucanr.edu/county/ucce-central-sierra/event/ironstoneconcours

07/01/2026

A great reminder!

As you enjoy this fair season, remember that fair events aren't just about ribbons - they're about building character, responsibility, and lifelong skills!

The friendships made in the barn often outlast any trophy. Win or lose, focus on what you've learned and how you've grown.

06/24/2026

🚀 Ready to launch an amazing 4-H year?

Whether you're creating a new project, refreshing an existing one, or looking for ideas and resources, our Project Plan Office Hours are here to help!

🍀 Build confidence.
🎯 Set clear goals.
🤝 Support youth success.
📋 Develop your Annual 4-H Project Plan.

📅 Fridays | 12:00–1:00 PM
📅 June 26 – August 28
🚫 No Office Hours on July 3

🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/project-plan-help

Let's make 2026–2027 the best 4-H year yet! 💚🍀

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Annual Project Plan Help Office Hours. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.