Shelby County IL 4-H

11/06/2026

Shelby County 4-H Federation had a busy November meeting! The evening kicked off with a wiener roast, chips, smores and dessert. Barrett led everyone in the Human Knot game, which was quite entertaining as they twisted and tried to get untwisted.

Amelia, our president, led members through a busy meeting with planning achievement night on Saturday evening, the Community Service Workshop on Nov 20, and Winter Craft Day on Dec 5.

11/05/2026

Here’s a fun opportunity!

JUNIOR LIVESTOCK CONFERENCE 2027! 🌟

Are you ready for a weekend full of hands-on learning, new friendships, and all things livestock? Join us for the 2027 Illinois 4-H Junior Livestock Conference, February 13–14, in Springfield, Illinois!

Open to youth in grades 7–9, this overnight experience is packed with hands-on livestock activities, leadership development, team-building challenges, and opportunities to connect with 4-H members from across the state!

The best part? You don't have to own livestock to participate! Whether you're new to livestock or have years of experience, there's something for everyone!

📅 February 13–14, 2027
📍 Crowne Plaza Hotel | Springfield, IL
💲 $215 | Includes lodging, meals, a T-shirt, conference supplies, and activities.

Registration is NOW OPEN! Space is limited to the first 100 youth who register, so don't wait to secure your spot!

Registration Deadline: January 11, 2027
🔗 Register Today: https://4h.extension.illinois.edu/events/state-events/youth-livestock-conference

We can't wait to see you in Springfield for a weekend of learning, leadership, and livestock!

11/05/2026

The John Jordan Jaybirds 4-H Club kicked off the new 4-H year with a busy and fun October meeting! Members participated in an icebreaker activity to help everyone get to know one another and build new friendships. They also gave back to the community by creating handmade cards for residents at a local nursing home.

It was a great start to the year, and members are looking forward to many more exciting activities ahead!

11/03/2026

A big shout-out to the Strasburg Tailtwisters and FAR 4-H Clubs for representing and promoting 4-H at local Trunk or Treat events this past week! Thank you for sharing the 4-H spirit with the community and showcasing the fun, leadership, and opportunities 4-H offers. We appreciate your enthusiasm and dedication!

10/31/2026

Shelby County 4-H had an awesome time at the Candy Run in downtown Shelbyville this evening! Tymberlee and Gracie passed out over 650 snacks to all the trick or treaters. We even had a visit from Dolly Pierce!

It was a beautiful evening and so much fun!

10/29/2026

Shelby County 4-H Cloverbuds 2025-2026

10/27/2026

Shelby County 4-H Livestock Judging Team Shines!

On October 16, four members of the Shelby County 4-H Livestock Judging Team traveled to compete in the 2nd Annual Clark, Crawford, and Edgar 4-H Livestock Judging Contest. A total of 169 youth participated in the event. While it was a chilly day, our team was all smiles!

Congratulations to our Junior Team of Nora Ahrens, Brandt Richards, and Tymberlee Glick for earning 5th Place out of 19 teams! 🎉

Grace Slifer represented Shelby County 4-H as an individual competitor in the Senior Division.

We are proud of these youth for their hard work, dedication, and excellent representation of Shelby County 4-H. Great job, team!

Special thanks to our Livestock Judging Coach Hallie Horsman!

10/23/2026

Interested in raising, showing, and selling a steer as a 4-H project?

The Shelby County State Bank is offering interest-free loans to eligible Shelby County 4-H members to assist with the purchase of a steer for exhibition at the county fair.

What are the eligibility requirements?
✅ Must have been enrolled in 4-H for at least one previous year.
✅ Complete ZSuite enrollment and pay the $10 program fee by November 13.
✅ Sign up for the Bank Steer Program by November 13.
📅 Steers will be picked up on February 13 at the county steer weigh-in.

New families will receive an on-farm visit from the Bank Steer Committee prior to weigh-in, and all participants will receive a spring on-farm visit.

For more information, contact Yolanda Nation at [email protected] or 217-774-9546.

Don't miss this great opportunity to gain valuable livestock experience while building responsibility, record-keeping, and animal care skills!

10/21/2026

Nice work Moweaqua Rustlers 4-H members and Cloverbuds on a wonderful community service project! Thank you for putting your “hands to larger service”.

10/21/2026

Marshmallows Were Flying at the 4-H Fall Round-Up!

If you were near the 4-H Center on Saturday, October 17, you may have wondered why marshmallows were soaring through the air, and giggles were echoing across the grounds!

Eleven first- and second-year 4-H members joined 14 Federation members for a morning packed with hands-on learning and fun at the Shelby County 4-H Fall Round-Up. Members got to meet new friends, learn about Barrett's Holland Lop rabbits, fly drones, create duct tape pencil pouches, make colorful pull-chain art, and launch marshmallows from trebuchets.

The morning wrapped up with a favorite activity, Food Science: Ice Cream in a Bag!

A huge thank you to our Federation members for sharing their talents and leadership. You helped our newest 4-H'ers discover just how much fun learning can be!

💚 Learning by doing. 💚 Making new friends. 💚 Launching LOTS of marshmallows.

That's what 4-H is all about!