Yakima County 4-H

10/09/2026

🍀 GOOD NEWS! Our 4-H Awards Nomination Deadline Has Been Extended! 🎉
There’s still time to recognize the amazing people who make a difference in Yakima County 4-H! 💚 The nomination deadline has been extended to Monday, October 12th, and we need your help!

We currently have few to no nominations for the following awards:
🏆 Lew Evans Memorial Trophy
🏆 Toppen*sh Rotary Trophy – Home Economics
🏆 Toppen*sh Rotary Trophy – Agriculture
🏆 Inez Walter Award
🌟 New Honorary Leader Nomination

Does your club have a standout parent, dedicated volunteer, or supportive local business that deserves recognition? We’d love to celebrate them, too! Submit a nomination for a Certificate of Appreciation to recognize their positive impact on your club and our 4-H community.

Let’s make sure the people who give so much to 4-H get the recognition they deserve! 💚
📅 New Deadline: Monday, October 12th
👉 Find award applications here:
https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/4-h/4-h-scholarship-and-awards-applications/

Recipients will be recognized at the Annual 4-H Celebration & County Council Awards Dinner on Sunday, November 1st.

Help us celebrate the people who make 4-H special! 🍀

10/09/2026

Come to this weekend's feed sale dressed as your favorite 4-H project animal for a chance to win a YEAR’S worth of FEED from !

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10/09/2026

🎃🍂 Support the Naches Valley 4-H Club at their Pumpkin Sale this Saturday! Stop by to pick out your perfect pumpkin and support local 4-H youth. All proceeds benefit club activities and community service projects! 💚

📅 Saturday, October 10 | 9 AM–12 PM
📍 John Campbell Parking Lot

We hope to see you there! 🧡🎃

10/08/2026

❗️❗️ATTENTION❗️❗️
West Valley Fair Board meeting
Tomorrow, Thursday the 8th @ 7pm
West Valley Fairgrounds - Blue Barn (this is a change)
BUCKLES ARE IN - PICK UP YOURS AT THE MEETING!!!
See you there!!!!

10/08/2026

10/08/2026

🍀On October 8th, we celebrate our 4-H youth members and volunteers who are making a difference in their communities and beyond! We want to hear your stories! 💚

4-H empowers young people with the skills they need to lead, serve, and succeed. This week, help us celebrate the impact of 4-H across Washington by sharing your green gear, posting photos, and telling your 4-H story. Help us to celebrate this year's National 4-H Week and show our pride in being part of 4-H!

October 8th - Thankful Thursday 🍀
On Thursday of National 4-H Week, help us shine a light on all the good that 4-H does! A day to recognize all 4-H’ers who are doing good and making positive impact by helping their communities and beyond.

Share your own story or celebrate someone who is making a difference – another 4-H’er, volunteer or educator. We want to know on Thursday, October 8th and use Ready.

📸 Wear green. 🌟 Share your 4-H experience. 💚 Tag us and use and

Together, we're growing confident, capable, and caring youth across our communities! 🍀

10/08/2026

Yakima County 4-H is deeply saddened by the passing of Barbara Jean Harrer, a beloved 4-H volunteer who dedicated 60 years to serving and inspiring generations of youth. Her love for 4-H and the young people she served leaves a beautiful and lasting legacy in our community. 💚

Barbara’s family invites the Yakima County 4-H family, friends and community to join them in celebrating her life on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Harrah Grace Brethren Church.

We are grateful for the many years Barbara gave to 4-H and for the countless lives she touched along the way. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered. 💚

View Barbara Jean Harrer's complete obituary, share memories, and explore 7 tribute posts from the community.

09/29/2026

Recognize someone who makes a difference in 4-H! 🍀
Do you know a 4-H member or volunteer who deserves a little extra recognition for their dedication, leadership, and contributions to the 4-H community? Now is your chance to nominate them for a Yakima County 4-H Award!

Award recipients will be recognized at the Annual 4-H Celebration & County Council Awards Dinner on Sunday, November 1st.

📅 Important Deadlines:
*Award Applications — Due TOMORROW September 30th
*Marion Bunnell Fund Request — Due October 31st

👉 Find award applications here:
https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/4-h/4-h-scholarship-and-awards-applications/

09/22/2026

📢 Office Closure Notice - The Yakima County Extension Office will be closed today, Tuesday, September 22, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. as our staff supports 4-H Youth Development activities at the Central Washington State Fair.

📞 Please leave us a message at 509-574-1600, and we will return your call as soon as possible.

📧 General Questions: [email protected]
📧 Yakima County 4-H Questions: [email protected]
📧 Master Gardener Questions: [email protected]

Thank you for your patience and understanding! 💚

09/18/2026

🐴Please help spread the word! The Washington State 4-H Equine Judges Committee is excited to offer a Judges training October 31 and November 1, at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds in Monroe, Washington. 🍀 Registration is $100 and closes October 1st or until full - space is limited

This will coincide with the Snohomish County 4-H Fall Performance Show which should allow several opportunities to view and discuss actual 4-H classes in action. We will also have access to the club room for further discussion and presentation opportunities.

This is a great opportunity for returning judges to catch up on recent rule changes, as well anyone wanting to become a judge to get started on their path.

Please contact the Washington State 4-H Equine Coordinator, Kim Baker ([email protected]), or R-A Mazzola ([email protected]) for more information.