Projects

4-H empowers young people through hands-on learning experiences in a variety of project areas, helping them grow and thrive.

View a list of projects areas available in Douglas County here.

Resources from State 4-H

Projects

In 4-H, there are over 130 projects to choose from! Projects are an area of focus like animal science, horticulture, clothing construction, communication, leadership, or civic engagement. Want to teach your friends how to care ...

4-H Youth Development

4-H Cloverbuds Program (Ages 5-8)

Expressive Arts Resources (includes DIY Craft Instructions)

DIY Craft Workshop Instructions

Instructions to crafts that have been taught in past Expressive Arts workshops.

Frosted Snowperson Mason Jar Luminary

Turn everyday simple Dollar Tree items into winter or holiday party gifts and matching décor!

Douglas County 4-H

Napkin Burning Decoupage on Wooden Crate

An easy, inexpensive, and FUN 4-H craft for age 5-99! Turn a simple Dollar Tree wooden crate into a cute holiday or party crate to match your holiday décor! All necessary items can be purchased at Dollar Tree.

Douglas County 4-H

Wooden Sign Resist Painting

Turn a simple wooden sign into a cute decoration to match your holiday décor!

Douglas County 4-H

Horse Project Resources

Resources for Leaders and Members with Horse projects.

*See State Resources for additional Horse project records and handbooks.

Douglas County Fair Official 4-H Project Horse(s) Declaration Form

List of club members and the names of all of their project horses listed on their records as of May 1st. Please turn in to the 4-H office by May 15th.

Douglas County 4-H

Horse Lease Agreement

The horse lease agreement is required to be turned in to the 4-H Office by May 1st.

Douglas County 4-H

Horse Vaccination Certificate

It is required that horses are vaccinated between February and July if a 4-H member wants to participate in Douglas County fairs.

Douglas County 4-H

Leadership Resources

Resources for 4-H youth to further develop their leadership skills.

4-H Rituals

Nothing more nearly represents the purpose and character of 4-H Club work than the ritual. When correctly given it is beautiful and impressive. Every member should commit it to memory.

Douglas County 4-H

County Level Public Speaking and Demonstration Guidelines

Here you will find the County Level guidelines for the public speaking and demonstration contest.

Douglas County 4-H

County Level Speaking Contest Rubrics

These are the rubrics we will be using at any County Level Speaking Contest.

Douglas County 4-H

Demonstrations and Illustrated Talks Scoring Rubric

This rubric will be used to evaluate Illustrated Talks and Demonstration Contests.

Douglas County 4-H

Douglas County 4-H Ambassador Application Packet

4-H Ambassadors were formerly "Teen Leaders". This can be a stand-alone project area. It is both an honor and responsibility to be selected as a Douglas County 4-H Ambassador. You are a representative of your community, Douglas County 4-H, the Oregon 4-H program, and a role model to all 4-H youth. This is a commitment and a leadership role that should not be taken lightly. However, if you choose to partake, this is an opportunity that fosters growth in leadership skills and community connections.

Douglas County 4-H

How To Run a Club Meeting Contest Rules

The purpose of the club meeting contest is to help youth learn about the parliamentary procedure process through direct experience. As they learn how to properly conduct efficient meetings, they will build communication skills and confidence to continue as leaders within their communities and beyond. Through the duration of this contest, youth will be able to: • Demonstrate parliamentary procedure to conduct an orderly and efficient meeting. • Communicate and participate effectively as team members. • Demonstrate critical thinking and teamwork for effective decision-making.

Douglas County 4-H

Impromptu Speaking Contest Scoring Rubric

This scoring rubric will be used to evaluate Impromptu Public Speaking Contests.

Douglas County 4-H

Parliamentary Procedure Contest Rules

Youth members participating in the Parliamentary Procedure contest are evaluated on their ability to conduct an orderly and efficient meeting using parliamentary procedure. This contest is open to 4-H Intermediate and Senior members. Youth participants are judged on their knowledge of parliamentary law and their ability to present logical, realistic, and convincing debate and motions.

Douglas County 4-H

Parliamentary Procedure for Meetings Quick Sheet

This quick sheet resource will help youth members learn and understand the basics of Parliamentary Procedure for meetings.

Douglas County 4-H

Prepared Public Speaking Scoring Rubric

This scoring rubric will be used to evaluate prepared public speaking contests.

Douglas County 4-H

State Public Speaking Contest Guidelines

You will find the guidelines for the state presentation contest on page 41 of the State Fair Premium Book. We will follow these guidelines for our local contests.

Douglas County 4-H

Livestock Project Resources

Resources for Leaders and Members with Livestock Projects.

Youth Financial Assistance Resources

Ethics and 4-H Animal Sciences Recording - by Candi Bothum, 4-H State Animal Science Project Manager

Required Market Animal Forms

Market Auction Program Forms (includes Market Livestock Sale Commitment, Market Animal Affidavit, Continuous Country of Origin Affidavit (C.O.O.L.), Media Release, and Roseburg Rotary Foundation Liability Waiver)
- Due at the Extension Office within 10 days of market species weigh-in/tagging.
4-H/FFA Feed & Growth Record - Due at Lamb Show or Fair
4-H Proposed Budget Sheet - Please keep this in the 4-H Record Book; do not submit it with other forms.

*Additional record book resources and handbooks may be found under the State resources.

** Reasonable Accommodations Request & Other Needs Form for showing at Lamb Show or Fair. This form is required for any special accommodation (ie, graduation conflict, injury, or any other necessary accommodation).

2026 Market Steer Weigh-in/Tagging Packet

The market steer possession and enrollment date is March 1, 2026, and the weigh-in/tagging day is Saturday, March 7, 2026. All information is included in the linked packet.

Douglas County 4-H

2026 Market Auction Guidelines

2026 Market Auction Guidelines, for ALL market animals, are set in place by the Market Auction Committee.

Douglas County 4-H

Guide Sheet for Contacting Prospective Market Animal Buyers

A guide to contacting prospective market animal buyers.

Douglas County 4-H

Alternative Auction Payment Arrangement Request

This form is to be used only if a youth 4-H or FFA member wishing to sell a market animal will no longer be a resident within Douglas County or Oregon when market auction checks are released by Roseburg Rotary. This request must be filed prior to the market animal possession date at the Douglas County Extension office. All thank you notes must be presented to the buyer prior to the youth’s departure.

Douglas County 4-H

Youth Financial Assistance

Financial assistance option for youth with market animal projects.

Douglas County 4-H

Country Financial 4-H/FFA Livestock Insurance

4-H/FFA Livestock Insurance Information and application

Douglas County 4-H

General Accommodation Request Form

Use this form when requesting class accommodation at Lamb Show or Fair. When complete, please email it to Kelly Simonson at [email protected]

Douglas County 4-H

Oregon 4-H Animal Science Ethical Standards

Remember, the 4-H Code of Conduct and 4-H Ethical Standards are rules for everyone involved. Although the following document refers to “exhibitors,” this is intended to include parents, trainers/fitters, siblings, exhibitors, friends, owners of leased animals, and others who may be interested or affected parties.

Douglas County 4-H

Projects

Resources from State 4-H

Expressive Arts Resources (includes DIY Craft Instructions)

DIY Craft Workshop Instructions

Horse Project Resources

Horse Project Resources

Leadership Resources

Leadership Resources

Livestock Project Resources

Livestock Project Resources

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