Custer County 4-H

10/15/2026

🌟 State Fair Top Ten Spotlight: Kayson VanDeusen 🌟

Congratulations to Kayson VanDeusen on an outstanding showing at the Colorado State Fair! 🎉

Kayson's hard work, creativity, and dedication earned him 7th Place in Leathercraft and 6th Place for his Shooting Sports Display Board, placing him among the Top Ten exhibitors in the state in both projects!

These achievements reflect the countless hours Kayson invested in developing his skills and knowledge throughout the year. We are proud to see his efforts recognized at the state level and excited to celebrate his success.

Please join us in congratulating Kayson on representing our county so well at the Colorado State Fair! 👏🏅🍀

10/14/2026

🏆🎯 State Fair Top Ten Spotlight: Hesston VanDeusen 🎯🏆

Join us in congratulating Hesston VanDeusen on his outstanding accomplishments at the Colorado State Fair!

Hesston earned a Top Ten State Fair placing with his impressive Metalworking project, a beautifully crafted wood and metal table that showcased both creativity and skilled craftsmanship.

In addition, Hesston demonstrated excellence in Shooting Sports, placing 10th overall in his age division at the state in Archery competition!

We are incredibly proud of Hesston's hard work, dedication. Thank you, Hesston, for representing Custer County 4-H so well! 🍀👏

10/13/2026

🍀 Reminder: Please RSVP for the 4-H Awards Banquet if you haven't already! We look forward to celebrating with you. 🎉🏆

10/13/2026

🌟🎯 State Fair Top 10 Spotlight! 🎯🌟

Please join us in congratulating Cason Saathoff on earning 9th Place at the Colorado State Fair with his incredible Shooting Sports Decorative Item project! 🏅

Cason's unique wind chime featured .22 shell casings paired with beautifully wood-burned accents, showcasing both creativity and craftsmanship. What an outstanding way to combine shooting sports and artistic talent into a one-of-a-kind project!

We are so proud of Cason for representing Custer County 4-H and earning a spot in the Top 10 at State Fair. Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement! 🍀💚

09/30/2026

🌟 2026 Colorado State Fair Spotlight! 🌟

Today, we're shining the spotlight on Thomas Reis! 🎯

Thomas earned an impressive 6th Place finish in his age division in the Shooting Sports Stand Alone competition at the Colorado State Fair! 👏🏅

Competing at the state level is a tremendous accomplishment, and we couldn't be prouder of the hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship Thomas has demonstrated throughout the year.

Please join us in congratulating Thomas on this outstanding achievement!

09/29/2026

🏆 Custer County 4-H cleaned house at the Colorado State Fair this year! 🏆

Today’s spotlight is on Jeremiah Carpenter! 👏

Jeremiah placed 5th overall in Woodworking in his age division at the State Fair! 🔨🎉

We are so proud of the hard work, creativity, and dedication he put into his project. Way to represent Custer County 4-H, Jeremiah! 💚🤍

Congratulations! We can’t wait to see what you build next! 👏

09/29/2026

💚 Invest in the next generation of Custer County 4-H!

You don’t have to be an expert—you just have to have something you’re willing to share. Whether you love food preservation, baking, cooking, woodworking, welding, livestock, gardening, or another hands-on skill, there’s a place for you in 4-H!

A little time and a willingness to teach can make a lifelong impact on a young person. Share what you know. Encourage a kid. Make a difference. 🌱

Interested in volunteering? Contact the Custer County Extension Office or check out this link to learn more.
https://co4h.colostate.edu/volunteer/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

09/10/2026

09/08/2026

Congratulations to Sage Everhart Champion and London Dean 3rd Place in the Public Presentations Speaking Contest at the 2026 Colorado State Fair. 👏👏🎉🍀

09/03/2026

Who placed 10th in the entire state of Colorado in the 4-H archery contest?

HESSTON VAN DEUSEN !!! 👏🍀🎉

Well done Hesston!! Thanks to Craig Koelling for coaching!