Jay County 4-H

04/27/2026

Area VII 4-H Camp 2026 is here!
Our 4-H Educators are excited to invite your 4-H’er to join them for 3 days and 2 nights of fun, learning, and friendship.

📅 May 27–29, 2026
👧🧑 Open to youth in grades 3rd–6th only

Camp is a great opportunity for youth to step outside their comfort zone, build confidence, and make lasting friendships. From canoeing and fishing to campfires, swimming, nature hikes, and hands-on activities—there’s something for everyone.

Register here: https://areavii4-hcamp2026.4honline.com
Spots fill quickly, and registration is only complete once payment is received—so don’t wait to secure your child’s place.

04/24/2026

New In 2026! Recognized breeds are required to have a minimum of head total (market and/or breeding) in order to offer breed classes. Each Breed Class must have a minimum of three animals in order to be a recognized Breed Class. If minimum is NOT met, Breed Class becomes an exhibition class for current Indiana State Fair. Questions? Email [email protected]

04/23/2026

Lets sew a bag together!!!! This will be a fun hands-on learning experience for beginners.
Call The Jay County Purdue Extension Office 260-726-4707. You do not have to be in the sewing project to join.

04/20/2026

This weekend a lot is happening!! Sheep Weigh-in on Friday, Beef/Dairy Beef Feeder on Saturday Also, Cake Decorating Workshop Saturday & Sunday. Make sure you sign up for the cake decorating workshop if you plan to attend asap so we have supplies.

04/17/2026

04/15/2026

🚨🎉 Hey Future 4-H Superstars! 🎉🚨

Don’t miss out on the FUN — 4-H workshops are filling up FAST! 🐄🌱🎨🐓

✨ Learn cool skills
✨ Make awesome friends
✨ Try something NEW
✨ Have a blast doing it!

⏰ Spots are LIMITED, so don’t wait!
👉 SIGN UP NOW to save your place before it’s gone!

Who’s ready to level up their 4-H adventure?! 🙌🔥

04/14/2026

04/13/2026

You are all going to LOVE this workshop!!! Join Duane Ford and Bill Bice in learning more about fishing..
You are not going to want to miss the FUN.

04/09/2026

Indiana 4-H Livestock 101 Starts Tonight

Did you Register?
Register here: https://2026livestock101.4honline.com

Please consider sharing this with other livestock families who may benefit from attending!

Indiana 4-H Livestock 101 – Free Virtual Series for 4-H Families!
Have questions about livestock rules in 4-H? Wondering why we do things a certain way? Purdue Extension East Central Region 4-H is offering a free, 4-part virtual series to help livestock families better understand the program and feel confident heading into the 2026 4-H year.

This series is designed for members, parents, and volunteers and will cover common questions, important deadlines, and helpful tips for navigating the livestock program.

04/09/2026

Jay County Rabbit Members. What a great fun opportunity for you!!!!

Bring your rabbits and show off your skills—or just come enjoy the excitement! This event is perfect for youth, families, and anyone interested in learning more about rabbit projects and 4-H opportunities. 🐰🎉

04/09/2026

PROJECT SPOTLIGHT!!

What is the Consumer Clothing Project?

The Consumer Clothing Project through Indiana 4-H is all about helping young people become confident, smart shoppers and creative thinkers when it comes to clothing and personal style.

Instead of just buying clothes, members learn how to make thoughtful choices—from understanding quality and price to deciding what works best for their lifestyle.

Here’s what participants get to do:

Learn smart shopping skills 🛍
Compare prices, understand sales, and make the most of a budget
Explore personal style 👗
Discover what colors, styles, and outfits make you feel your best
Create outfits with purpose ✨
Plan looks for school, events, and everyday life
Build confidence 💖
Feel proud of your choices and express yourself through fashion
Set goals & complete a project 🎯
Many members even create a display or presentation showing what they’ve learned

It’s not about being “perfect” or wearing expensive clothes—it’s about being YOU, making smart decisions, and having fun along the way.

If you’ve got girls who love fashion (or even just want to feel more confident picking out clothes), this project is a fantastic way to learn real-life skills in a fun, supportive environment. 💫