Fayette County 4-H

07/30/2026

We are incredibly proud of our Fayette County Elite Shooters for their outstanding performances at the 2026 AIM Grand Nationals! 🎯🏆

🥉 Kyler Smith earned 3rd Place in the Single C-Class Individual competition.

🎯 Noah Miller finished 10th Place in the Sporting Clays Individual competition.

A huge congratulations to our 2026 AIM Grand National Sporting Clays Team:
Melanie, Gavin, Kyler, Noah, and Hunter!

Together, they placed 7th Overall in the Junior Gold Division—the college-level division—making this an incredible accomplishment and a testament to their hard work and dedication.

We couldn't be more proud of each of these athletes for representing Fayette County with excellence, sportsmanship, and determination. Congratulations on an amazing week at the AIM Grand Nationals! Keep aiming high! 💙💛🎯

07/28/2026

🔥 The Grill is Heating Up... Practice Starts TODAY! 🔥

It's not too late to join the Fayette County 4-H Grill Masters Team! 🍔🌭

If you've been thinking about learning how to grill, improve your cooking skills, and compete in a fun, hands-on contest, now is the perfect time to get started. Our first practice is TODAY at 4:30 PM at the UT Martin Somerville Center.

📍 We will be meeting in the Community Hall.

No experience? No problem! We'll teach you everything from food safety and grilling techniques to creating a competition-worthy dish.

📍 Practice: Today at 4:30 PM
📍 Location: UT Martin Somerville Center – Community Hall
214 Lakeview Rd.
Somerville, TN 38068

🔗 Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/EKMjiD7Bzz

Have questions? Send us a message—we'd be happy to help! We can't wait to see our future Grill Masters fire up the grill! 🔥🍔

07/20/2026

🔥 Do you have what it takes to be a 4-H Grill Master? 🔥

Fire up the grill and put your skills to the test! The 4-H Grill Masters Contest gives youth the opportunity to learn proper grilling techniques, practice food safety, and showcase their cooking skills in a fun, hands-on competition.

Whether you're a seasoned griller or just getting started, we'd love to have you join us!

📝 Sign up today: https://forms.office.com/r/EKMjiD7Bzz

07/16/2026

🍽️👩‍🍳 Spots are filling up—don't wait to register!

Our Kids in the Kitchen Camp is just around the corner, and we'd love to have your child join us for three days of hands-on cooking fun!

Campers entering 4th–6th grade will build confidence in the kitchen while learning:
🥗 Basic cooking and food safety skills
🍎 Healthy eating habits
🔪 Kitchen techniques
🤝 Teamwork and creativity through fun recipes

🗓 July 29–31
🕤 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
📍 Somerville Methodist Church – Christian Activity Center
💲 $60

📲 Register by scanning the QR code or using the link on the flyer. Limited spots remain, so sign up today!

We can't wait to cook, learn, and have fun together! 🍀

07/15/2026

🌱⏰ Don't miss out—Plant Camp is almost here!

There's still time to register for our Fayette County 4-H Plant Camp on July 20–21 at the UT Martin Somerville Center!

Youth entering 4th–12th grade will explore the amazing world of plants through hands-on activities while learning:
🌼 How plants grow
🌱 Why plants are important
🌿 How they impact our everyday lives

🗓 July 20–21
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 UT Martin Somerville Center

Scan the QR code or use the registration link on the flyer to sign up today. We can't wait to grow with you! 🌻🍀

https://tiny.utk.edu/HortPayments

06/26/2026

🌱🍳 Summer fun isn't over yet! Join us for two exciting Fayette County camps this July! ☀️

Whether your child loves spending time in the garden or enjoys creating delicious recipes in the kitchen, we have a camp for them!

🌿 Plant Camp
📅 July 20–21
🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 UT Martin Somerville Center
Open to youth entering 4th–12th grade! Campers will explore the world of plants, discover how they grow, and learn why plants are so important through hands-on activities.

🍽️ Kids in the Kitchen
📅 July 29–31
🕤 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Somerville Methodist Church – Christian Activity Center
Designed for youth entering 4th–6th grade, this camp is packed with fun cooking activities, nutrition education, kitchen safety, teamwork, and plenty of tasty recipes!

✨ These camps are a great way for youth to build new skills, make friends, and have fun while learning through hands-on experiences.

📲 Register today by scanning the QR codes on the flyers or using the registration links provided.

Don't wait—spaces are limited and will fill quickly!

🌱🍅🥕🍳

06/22/2026

🌟 Thank You to Our 4-H Camp Sponsors! 🌟

The Fayette County 4-H Program would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our generous camp sponsors. Because of your support, local youth have the opportunity to attend life-changing 4-H camps and experiences throughout the summer.

Through Junior Camp, Junior High Camp, and Culinary U Camp, our 4-H members develop valuable life skills while making lifelong memories. Campers learn:
🍳 Culinary and food preparation skills
🌿 Environmental and agricultural education
🎯 Leadership, teamwork, and communication skills
🏹 Outdoor recreation and hands-on learning
💰 Responsibility, independence, and decision-making

Your investment helps make these opportunities affordable and accessible for Fayette County youth. Thank you for helping our campers grow into confident leaders, problem-solvers, and engaged citizens.

Please join us in thanking our amazing sponsors for their commitment to Fayette County 4-H and the future of our young people! 💚🍀

06/12/2026

Come join us for this awesome camp this summer! We are really excited to cook with everyone! Sign up today!

🍳👩‍🍳 Kids in the Kitchen Camp is Coming to Fayette County! 🍎🔪

Looking for a fun and educational summer experience? Join us for Kids in the Kitchen Camp, a three-day hands-on cooking camp for youth entering 4th–6th grade this fall!

Participants will learn:
✅ Kitchen and knife safety
✅ Basic cooking skills
✅ Healthy eating habits
✅ Food preparation and nutrition
✅ Confidence in the kitchen through hands-on recipes

📅 July 29, 30 & 31, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM Daily
📍 Somerville Methodist Church – Christian Activity Center
205 S. East Street, Somerville, TN

💲 $60 per participant (includes all three days)
👧🧒 Limited spots are available!

Register and pay online at:
👉 tiny.utk.edu/FCSPay

Don't miss this opportunity to learn new skills, make new friends, and create delicious memories this summer!

06/05/2026

That's a wrap on Junior 4-H Camp 2026! 🏕️☀️

Our final full day was filled with classes, ziplining, swimming, the rifle contest, and a memorable closing campfire. We are so proud of all our campers for trying new things, making new friends, and creating memories that will last long after camp is over. Thank you to everyone who helped make this week such a success!

06/04/2026

Day 3 at Junior 4-H Camp 2026 was one for the books! 🌺 Campers spent the day learning in their classes, enjoying archery, fishing, low ropes, crafts, and lake time before ending the night with a fun-filled Luau, night swim, and snow cones. We’re making memories, learning new skills, and having an amazing week together! ☀️🎣🏹