Deschutes County 4-H Oregon

06/06/2026

Have you learned meaningful lessons in 4-H this year? Our annual survey allows us to measure the youth development experience and the future readiness of the teens who participate in 4-H Clubs! Please consider participating in the The National Index Study today!

06/04/2026

The Deschutes County OSU Extension office will be closed next Friday, June 12, while our Fairgrounds partners host the Reggae Rise Up festival. We will reopen on Monday, June 15, at 8:00 AM.

Thank you for your understanding and patience.

06/03/2026

Introducing a new program for our older youth! Applications are due June 15.

05/15/2026

May 2026 Over The Clover Newsletter is up on our website. https://beav.es/fQp

Registration deadlines for the Food & Textiles Contests are coming up soon, and registration links for Fashion R***e and Cupcake Wars are now available. You’ll also find important Record Book Check information included in this newsletter.

Please take time to review the newsletter carefully so you do not miss important deadlines and opportunities to participate this fair season. We appreciate all the support from our families, volunteers, and leaders as we prepare for another great year at the Deschutes County Fair!

05/09/2026

Attention all youth grades 7th - 12th grade!! Are you planning on attending Summer Conference? It's happening June 24-27, 2026.
You can visit the webpage https://extension.oregonstate.edu/4h/summer-conference to view the schedule and preview the classes being offered and their descriptions.

Enrollment for this amazing event will open on May 15, 2026.

Join youth from across Oregon for 4-H Summer Conference, a four-day leadership and learning experience at OSU for grades 7–12. Build community, grow your skills, and find your people!

05/06/2026

04/29/2026

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04/29/2026

Today is OSU’s Dam Proud Day! 🦫🎉

Support the incredible work happening with Deschutes County 4-H youth. Your generosity helps us offer meaningful workshops, hands-on learning experiences, and opportunities that empower young people to grow and thrive.

With your contribution, we can continue providing these programs without passing costs on to our youth and families—keeping 4-H accessible for all.

Every gift makes a difference. Thank you for being Dam Proud and investing in the future of our community! 💚

I’m ready to support Deschutes County 4-H on April 29, 2026 during Dam Proud Day 2026. Learn more about Deschutes County 4-H

04/24/2026

This is a wonderful opportunity for small animal judges' to network, receive valuable project specific training and learn more about providing positive, constructive feedback to Oregon 4-H youth! Topics will cover, rabbits, poultry (turkey & pigeon too!), cavy, cats, dogs and exotic/companion animals.
Great for current judges, those that wish to judge, volunteers and older youth are welcome to join for this educational opportunity as well. More details and registration here: beav.es/ctH

04/23/2026