Leadership & Citizenship

4-H grows future leaders. From teaching younger 4-H members to participating in regional, state, and national events, 4-H provides opportunities for young people to build life-long leadership skills.

Projects include

Diversity & Cultural Exploration
Junior Leadership
Service Learning
Global Citizenship

Opportunities

Club Officer
Camp Counselor
Exchange Programs
Youth Voices In Action
Outreach Leadership Institute
Oregon Summer Conference
State Ambassador
Hands-On Ag Day

Additional

Related Projects

Communications

Leadership

Creative Writing

Resources for the Creative Writing Project

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Educational Displays

Resources for the Educational Displays Project

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OSU Extension Catalog

More OSU & 4-H books, worksheets, and resources

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Public Speaking & Presentations

Resources for the Public Speaking & Presentations Project

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Shop 4-H: Curriculum

Over 450 4-H curriculum books

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Videography

Resources for the Videography Project

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Resources

4-H Youth Leadership Guide

A vital resource for youth club officers

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Club Officers' Handbook

A short guide with templates for club officers

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Resources

Membersmayenteruptothreeclasses,butonlyoneexhibitperclass.SeniorandIntermediatemembersmayalsoenteroneexhibitintheCelebrateourWorldclass.Eachexhibitwillconsistofonearticle(a pair of gloves,slippers,etc.,is considered one article).Ifaprojectqualifiesformorethanoneclass,themembershoulddecidewhichpartoftheirworktheywouldliketoemphasizebyselectingtheappropriateclass.Overallappearanceoftheentirearticlewillbeconsideredduringjudging.

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2019 Jackson County "Rancher's Choice" Market Beef Contest Handbook

Refer to this handbook for contest information.

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2019 Snowshoe Special 4-H Small Animal Show

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2019 Summer Fair Schedule

2019 County Fair Schedule

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2019-20 New Volunteer Leader Application Packet

1. Fill out the application below 2. Submit a Criminal History Authorization form 3. Complete online training 4. Attend a New Leader Orientation

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2020-2021 4-H Club Directory

Find a club using this online 4-H Directory

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2023-2024 Jackson County Project List

List of current Jackson County 4-H Projects

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2024 Jackson County Fair Schedule

Dates and times are subject to change but are mostly finalized for Summer Fair.

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4-H & FFA Swine Declaration/Tagging Form

Due to Superintendent in April. Attach photos to document. Talk to your leader for specifics.

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4-H Animal Science Ethical Standards

Guiding document for ethical care and showing of animals for 4-H contests.

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4-H Deadlines

This contains the deadlines for this 4-H program year.

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4-H Expressive Arts & Fiber Arts Project Leader Workshop (Nov.2021)

Recording of virtual Art & Fiber Arts project workshop. Information and examples of Art and Fiber Arts projects, ideas for meetings and project development as well as how different items 'fit' into the 4-H County and State Fair classes. (01:55)

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4-H Fashion Revue Activity Guide

Fashion Revue is a 4-H activity designed to support the clothing, knitting, and crocheting projects. This publication describes some of the modeling positions, turns, and poses members may want to use when participating in Fashion Revue.

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4-H General Rules

General Information, rules and expectations for all exhibits

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4-H Graphic Standards and Styleguide

4-H Graphic Standards Guide, including usage of the Clover and color pallete

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4-H Impact Report

Annual report from the Oregon 4-H Foundation

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4-H Pledge Yoga

The video below demonstrates a short, scripted 4-H-themed yoga sequence, which includes the 4-H pledge, motto, and statements about each of the four H's. It also includes instructions for each of the 8 poses used in the sequence. This sequence is appropriate for use with any audience.

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4-H Thriving Model

The 4-H Thriving Model is the theory of change for positive youth development in 4-H.

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4-H updates April 12-25, 2021

Bi-weekly 4-H update newsletter

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4-H updates March 29-April 11, 2021

Bi-weekly newsletter

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4-H Youth Code of Conduct

Club leaders should keep a signed copy from each club member on file.

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4-H Youth Leadership Guide

A vital resource for youth club officers

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4-H/FFA Code of Ethics and C.O.O.L. Form

4-H/FFA Code of Ethics and C.O.O.L. form

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About 4-H

Learn a little about 4-H and how to get involved.

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Adult Volunteer 4-H Camp Application

Application for Adult helping at camp

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Aerospace

Resources for the Aerospace Project

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Animal Exhibits

Beef/Cavies/Rabbits/Dairy Cattle/Dogs/Sheep/Swine/Horse/Poultry

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Animal Science Rules

Fair Rules for Animal Projects

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Annual Club Registration Form

Paper form. Used by main leader to re-register the club for the upcoming 4-H year. Due to the Extension office September 1. The other, online version is preferred.

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Application for Jackson County 4-H Scholarship Renewal

Use this form to apply for a scholarship renewal from the Jackson County 4-H Association. Due by 4:30 PM

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April 25-May 9, 2021

4-H Update

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Aquatic Ecology and Angler Education

Resources for the Aquatic Ecology and Angler Education Project

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Art

Art Project Resources

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ATV

Resources for the ATV Project

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Authorized Adult/Mandatory Reporter Training

Annual Safety Training for Leaders. New volunteers should follow Log In instructions sent by email from OSU Youth Program Registry.

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Avian/Poultry

Resources for the Avian and Poultry projects

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Bean in a Bottle

Through this activity, kids will learn about the life cycle of a plant and discover what their plant needs to survive. Topic: Agriscience Grades: 3 - 5 Estimated Time: 1 hour

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Beef

Resources for the Beef project

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Bicycle

Resources for the Bicycle Maintenance Project

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Bob Moss Memorial Bred and Fed Show

Directions and application. Due by the May Leaders Meeting (5/10/2023).

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Bread in a Bag

Bread in a Bag. Watch and learn with this instructional video on how to make bread in a bag! Recommended age: Grades Pre-K-12

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Breathe Into Mindfulness

Being aware of your breathing is an essential part of mindfulness, which can help keep kids relax in difficult moments and reduce stress in school or other parts of their lives.

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Building Bridges

This activity teaches kids about the engineering design process and the mechanics of building bridges while designing their own bridge! Topic: Engineering Grades: 6 - 12 Estimated Time: 20 minutes

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Business & Entrepreneurship

Resources for the Business & Entrepreneurship Project

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Cake Decorating

Cake Decorating Project Resources

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Can kids hear things that adults can’t?

This activity encourages young people to try to figure things out for themselves rather than just read an answer on the internet or in a book. All you need is a device that can play audio files and a few "test subjects" of different ages

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Cavy

Resources for the Cavy project

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Child Development

Resources for the Child Development Project

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Cloverbud Leader Training

Online Training Module

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Club Annual Financial Statement

Club Annual Financial Statement. Please have completed form in to the office by September 15.

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Club Enrollment Fee Worksheet

For clubs which pay their member's enrollment fees out of the club treasury. Leaders should take this form with payment to the Extension Office.

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Club Financial Peer Review Form

This form should be completed each year and filed with the club/unit copy of the annual financial summary. The Peer Review Committee may set up a timetable for any corrections that need to be made and review the books for compliance on that date.

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Club Fundraising Worksheet

This worksheet will help club members organize their fundraiser. This is for club use only.

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Club Materials and Equipment Inventory

Please have completed form to the Extension office by September 15.

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Club Officers' Handbook

A short guide with templates for club officers

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Club Payment Approval Reimbursement

Use this form if you made a purchase and need a club reimbursement.

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Club Request to Conduct Fundraising

This form needs to be turned in to 4-H Educator for approval 3 weeks before fundraising event.

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Club Treasurer's Handbook

Supports and gives information on best practices for the club treasurer.

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Club Treasury Ledger Template

This template to be used for your club treasurer.

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Computer Science

Resources for the Computer Science Project

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Comunication Exhibits

Creative Writing/ Educational Displays/ Videography

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Contest and Fair Entry Form

Contest and Fair entry form used for everything EXCEPT horse and rabbit/cavy.

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Contests

Contest information, rules, and registration

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Country of celebration

Celebrating Uganda

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Cover Our Communities

Cover Our Communities! OSU recently launched Covering Our Communities, which offers reliable information about how and when to wear a mask, and even includes doctor-approved sewing patterns. The CDC now recommends EVERYONE wear cloth masks when out in public. If you'd like to make additional masks to donate, check out the Sewing Masks and Protective Gear Support Group on Facebook. If you're donating masks, please take a moment to let us know how many you've donated here: http://ow.ly/pK2a50zhF0E together we can #CoverOurCommunity! (photo from Medford's Asante Hospital security guards)

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Creative Writing

Resources for the Creative Writing Project

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Crocheting

Resources for the Crocheting Project

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Daily Intention

Help kids reduce daily stress with intention setting. Intention setting allows them to be mindful of their mental, emotional and physical selves.

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Dairy Cattle

Resources for the Dairy Cattle project

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Dennis Nevin Memorial Scholarship Application

Dennis Nevin Memorial Scholarship Application. For Jackson County graduating 4-H Seniors. Due to Extension office on May 1.

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Designing Spaces

Resources for the Designing Spaces Project

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Developmental Relationships Tip Sheet for Oregon 4-H

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Dode Memorial Scholarship

This award is designed to recognize a member of the 4-H beef project for their meritorious work and encourage desirable traits, such as leadership and citizenship, in the members of the beef project. Due to Extension on May 1.

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Dog

Includes dog obedience, dog showmanship, dog utility, sport hunting dogs, livestock-working dogs, and health resources

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Dog

Resources for the Dog Project

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Dog - Fair Entry Form

Please use this form if you plan on participating at the Jackson County 4-H fair with your dog.

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Donor Thank You and Receipt

This is the form 4-H members and leaders can give to donors as a thank you and for tax records.

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Educational Displays

Resources for the Educational Displays Project

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Electricity

Resources for the Electricity Project

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Enrollment Online Payment Instructions

These instructions will help you use the online payment portal to pay enrollment fees via card online.

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Entomology

Resources for the Entomology Project

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Exploring Nature's Place in Your Space

In honor of Earth Week, why not sharpen your observation skills and explore a natural area, whether it's a park, your backyard, or just a grassy area outside your window? This activity from Discover Utah is designed for a club meeting, but could easily be adapted for a family project. Make a nature journal, spend some time outside, and celebrate Earth Week!

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Expressive Arts Exhibits

Art/Cake Decorating/Fiber Arts/Leathercraft/Photography

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Fair Book - Art

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Fair Book - Beef

Exhibitors are expected to know and follow all Animal Science Rules and Health Requirements

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Fair Book - Business/Entrepreneur

Members may enter three classes, but only one exhibit per class. All individual items included must be labeled with the member’s name, class number and county. A completed 4-H Exhibit card must be included as well as the Business/Entrepreneur Explanation Card (330-01). Exhibits will be evaluated using the Business/Entrepreneur Evaluation Sheet (330-02). All forms and supporting information are available on the 4-H State website.

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Fair Book - Cake Decorating

Members may enter up to two classes (no more than one entry per class number). Senior and Intermediate members may also enter one exhibit in the Celebrate our World Class. Cake decorating is limited to all icing work. All items on cake must be made from frosting, not fondant, candies or any other shaped 3-dimensional items. Exhibits must be displayed on a disposable plate or board. Exhibits must be packaged in a box, by the exhibitor, for easy transport. Cake boxes or other cardboard boxes utilized should be close in size to the exhibit and be packed for stacking and handling. Exhibits not prepared for transport may be left behind at county staff discretion.

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Fair Book - Cavy

All exhibitors must bring their own cavy pens and carpet squares or mats for use at the show table. Frozen water bottles are recommended for use in pens while at State Fair. Permanent identification is recommended.

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Fair Book - Conservation

Open to all 4-H members regardless of project enrollment. Exhibit: An educational exhibit relating to conservation of soil, water, forests, marine life, range, or wildlife. May not exceed 30” in width, 24” deep (front to back) and 36” high. An Educational Display Exhibit Explanation Card(000-01) must be attached to each exhibit.

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Fair Book - Container Gardening

Plants entered in Container Gardening must be grown by the exhibitor. Exhibitors may enter only one exhibit in each class number. Member’s name and county should be securely attached to the bottom of each container. Exhibits exceeding 30 pounds or measuring larger than 30” x 30” will not be accepted. Container Gardening Exhibit Information Card (7/6-02) must be firmly attached to the exhibit and covered with a closeable sandwich bag (ziplock) to keep the card dry. Please attach to the container with clear packaging tape or duct tape. Selection of herbs is the choice of the 4-H member.

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Fair Book - Dairy Cattle

Exhibitors are expected to know and follow all Animal Science Rules and Health Requirements. 4-H members with milking cows must schedule milking time at the milking parlor. If 4-H members are not familiar with the proper use or application of the milking machine, a time for instruction should be scheduled. All owners of animals being milked in the milking parlor will be required to sign a statement verifying that milked animals are free of any contaminated antibiotic. All animals will be subject to an individual milk sample test, and a daily sample of milk will be taken from the bulk tanks to test for any impurities in the milk. Any exhibitor failing to cooperate with the above regulations will be refused milking parlor privileges. If an animal that is eligible to show in the Senior Yearling class has freshened, she will show as a Junior Two Year Old.

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Fair Book - Dairy Goat

Exhibitors are expected to know and follow all Animal Science Rules and Health Requirements. All milking does are to be milked between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. the day prior to the conformation show.All dairy goats must be dehorned. Pygmy and Angora goats will not be allowed. Only bucks kidded after August 1 and nursing a doe will be allowed at State Fair. Otherwise, no bucks are allowed.

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Fair Book - Designing Spaces

Resources for the Project

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Fair Book - Dog

4-H members may enter a dog in each class providing the dog qualified for State Fair at the county level in that particular class. The same dog may not be entered in more than one obedience class. Members must bring the same dog(s) for competition at State Fair as was shown at the county level by the member.

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Fair Book - Engineering (Electricity & Engineering Design)

Open to all 4-H members regardless of project enrollment. The display must include two parts: (1) and engineering notebook that details all seven of the components listed below AND (2) an educational poster. Posters are limited in size to 30” by 24”. Print the Engineering Display Component Check-off Sheet to complete and include as the first page of the engineering notebook. The Check-off sheet is available on the state 4-H web site for State Fair at the STEM and Industrial Arts Exhibit information page.

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Fair Book - Entomology

Note: Each exhibit piece must be labeled with the member’s name, county and class number. New Junior, Intermediate or Senior members, who are exhibiting in entomology for the first time, are required to exhibit 10 insect specimens from at least 8 orders. The insects must be collected in the current project year. New Junior, Intermediate or Senior members will exhibit in class 821 100 000.The former First Year Junior class is now exhibited in class 821 100 000.At least 10 insects of the total displayed in all classes must be collected in the current year.For Second and Third year Junior exhibits indicate the 10 plus new insects collected in the current project year with an * or a small dot near the new insects.Intermediate and Senior members in any class are to number each new specimen in the collection. Write on the liner or attach a sticker next to each new insect indicating the specimen number. Old specimens are not numbered.Additional information and tips on preparing an insect display for fair are posted on the Oregon 4-H Entomology web page at Unit 4, Labeling and Displaying.

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Fair Book - Exotics/Pets

Members must provide their own kennel/cage/aquarium that allows exhibitor access to the animal, if appropriate for that species, and safely secures animal during scheduled interview time and judging. Exhibitors are responsible for any needs to show their animal. For example, carpet, gloves, brush. Animals that are taken out of their kennel/cage/aquarium must be properly secured with either leash, collar, harness, string tied, etc in order to prevent loss in an unfamiliar, fast-paced environment. This will be by choice of the exhibitor and there will be no points off for securing the animal humanely. Exhibitors will have a one-on-one interview with a Judge. Exhibits will be asked a variety of questions regarding their animal, its care, how they came to own it, etc. Judging criteria will be based on member’s animal knowledge, interview presence, cleanliness and healthy appearance of animal, and member’s comfort showing and explaining their animal, and educational display content.

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Fair Book - Fashion Revue

A member may enter all contests, but only one class in any specific contest. Members must be selected by a county determined process. Contestants must pre-register through Ideal Logic for a judging time slot. Contestants must be enrolled in a clothing, knitting, or crocheting project and model a garment made in the project. A 4-H member may not enter the same garment in an exhibit class and the Fashion Revue. Judging criteria are outlined on the Style Revue Score Card (320-05), available at the county Extension office or on the State 4-H website.

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Fair Book - Fashion Revue Challenge

The 2020 Fashion Revue Challenge is: Clothing Inspired by your Favorite Book or Author. The Fashion Revue Challenge is open to any Intermediate and Senior level 4-H members. Members must be selected by a county determined process. Participants must pre-register through Ideal Logic for a judging time slot. Judging criteria for the challenge includes creativity and innovation, appropriate amounts and level of sewing, and the intent (heart and soul) of the challenge was met. In addition to the specifics of the challenge, other areas being evaluated includes the modeling techniques, the fit of the outfit and communication skills.

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Fair Book - Fashion Revue Ready to Wear

Fashion Revue – Ready to Wear is open to any 4-H member. Members must be selected by a county determined process. Participants must pre-register for a judging time slot.This contest has been redesigned to focus on wardrobe planning, choosing clothing that looks great on the member’s body type and coloring, and choosing clothing that projects their personality and lifestyle.

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Fair Book - Fiber Arts

Note: Exhibits are classified by technique rather than article. Articles using more than one technique should be exhibited in the class for the technique that is most prominent or that the member desires to be emphasized in the judging.Members may enter up to three classes but only one article may be exhibited in a class number. Senior and Intermediate members may also enter one exhibit in the Celebrate our World class. Each article should be finished completely, front and back, for final use. Framed and other presentations meant to be hung must have a securely attached appropriate means by which to hang them. No glass is allowed. If article is designed as a pair/set, bring both items fastened together, i.e. set of potholders, pillowcases, etc. Smaller items, such as bracelets, should be mounted for display.

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Fair Book - Fiber Goat

Exhibitors are expected to know and follow all Animal Science Rules and Health Requirements. Purebred and grade animals are shown together. Standard livestock pens will be provided. Exhibitors must provide liners for pens to reduce opening size if bringing small kids; pens are traditionally 6’ x 6’.Wethers will be shown in separate conformation classes. Does and wethers will compete together in showmanship.

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Fair Book - Flowers and Ornamentals

The flowers are to have been grown by the exhibitor. The class and kind of flower must appear on the Flower Show Exhibit Tag attached to the exhibit. The number of flowers required for each exhibit can be found in parentheses after each flower type. In an exhibit of 3 blooms, all blooms must be the same color. Each flower is to have foliage attached or include foliage. Exhibitors can enter only one entry of each of the flowers listed below with the exception of the “Other, Perennial Cut Flowers”, and the “Other, Annual Cut Flowers”. Exhibitors may show all or a portion of their allowed/allotted flower exhibits in either of the Other classes. The total number of cut flower exhibits may not exceed 3 for Juniors, 4 for Intermediates, or 5 for Seniors. Each exhibit will receive a ribbon.

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Fair Book - Food Preparation Challenge

Participants must be enrolled in the Foods and Nutrition project. Each participant must prepare a nutritious meal for two in 40 minutes. The focus of the challenge is to demonstrate creativity, efficiency and cooking skills. Judging criteria are outlined in the 4-H Food and Nutrition Contest Score Sheet (511-17), available at the county Extension office or on the State 4-H website.

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Fair Book - Food Preservation

Members may enter four classes in their age division and up to two different exhibits per class. Intermediate and Senior member may also enter an exhibit in the Celebrate Our World class. Members must use current OSU-approved or USDA-preparation and processing recommendations for preserved foods. Current OSU-approved publications can be found on the State website

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Fair Book - Forestry

WHO MAY EXHIBIT: Junior, Intermediate and Senior members may make one or more exhibits - one mounted as a Forestry Specimen and one in each qualified Advanced Forestry exhibit class. Please refer to the 4-H Forestry Exhibit Requirements and Classes (4-H 33121). Note: Each exhibit must be labeled with the member’s name, county and class number. Members who have previously been in 4-H forestry must exhibit all their mounts, but only the 5 new ones will be judged. MOUNTED FORESTRY SPECIMENS: Tree and shrub specimens exhibited must be listed on the official forestry specimens list available in 4-H Forestry Exhibit Requirements and Classes (4-H 33121). For Seniors exhibiting wildflowers and ferns use the “Other Reference Texts” list. Intermediate and Senior members must use the Specimen Collection Site Analysis Sheet for each specimen collected.

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Fair Book - Geology

At least 50% of the specimens must have been found by the exhibitor and at least five of the specimens collected during the current 4-H year. Put an asterisk on the label in front of the name of each specimen collected during the current 4-H year. The asterisk helps the judge determine if your display meets the criteria. Only the current 4-H year’s specimens should have an asterisk. Polished or cut specimens mustbe exhibited under Geology Educational, with the exception of geodes specimens only which may be cut, but NOT POLISHED as part of a collection. Judging criteria are outlined on the Geology Exhibit Score Card (421-01), available at the county Extension office or on the State 4-H website.

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Fair Book - Herbs

Herbs must be grown by the exhibitor. Exhibitors may enter only one exhibit in each class number. A Herb Dried, Fresh-Cut Explanation Card (712-06) must be firmly attached to all herb exhibits which are judged by the criteria in Herb Fresh Cut Exhibit Score Sheet (712-05) and Herb Dried Exhibit Score Sheet (712-04) which are available at the Extension office or on the State 4-H website.

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Fair Book - Herdsmanship

he 4-H Herdsmanship Contest is designed to help 4-H members learn skills in making a presentable exhibit for the public as well as learn skills in teamwork, courtesy, cooperation, neatness, and proper care of animals. Members will compete representing their county in Beef, Sheep, Swine, Dairy, Dairy Goats,Pygmy Goats, Fiber Goat, Meat Goats and llama. Three categories will be used: Individual (1 member), small (2-4 members) and large (5+ members) – all are eligible for Champion and Reserve Champion species awards. Overall County teams made up of all species will also be recognized. Teams must have 5+ exhibitors and 3 minimum species in overall, to be considered for Champion and Reserve Champion Overall Awards. Champion and Reserve Champion awards will only be awarded to blue ribbon averages/scores. All equipment, including wheel barrows, shovels, fitting stands, etc., MUST be labeled with the County name.

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Fair Book - Honeybees

WHO MAY EXHIBIT: Open to all 4-H members regardless of project enrollment. HONEYBEE EDUCATIONAL DISPLAY: Note: Each exhibit piece must be labeled with the member’s name, county and class number. Club exhibits are to be entered under the club name but must include the names of all members and leaders. This may be on a separate paper securely attached to the back of the exhibit. Club exhibits will receive one ribbon per exhibit.

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Fair Book - Horse

There are no county quotas for State Horse Fair. Instead, there are qualifying scores or times for each specific event. Contestants must first qualify with their equitation/showmanship score before they qualify for trail, dressage, or hunt seat over fences. Carefully read the qualifying rules for each event below.Contestants must use the same horse in all events except for Ground Training, driving classes, and Gaming. In addition, in every event, contestants must use the same horse they qualified with at their county fair.Showmanship is required of all contestants, AND you can only do showmanship once. All showmanship will be on the same day.

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Fair Book - Industrial Arts (Welding, Wood Science)

You may enter ATV, automotive, bicycles, handyman, small engines, snowmobile, etc., projects in the Educational Display classes found in the Communication Section of the fair book.

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Fair Book - Llama/Alpaca

Exhibitors are expected to know and follow all Animal Science Rules and Health Requirements.

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Fair Book - Master Showmanship

The Champion dairy, dairy goat, pygmy goat, meat goat, beef, fiber goat, llama/alpaca, sheep and swine showmen are expected to compete in the Master Showmanship Contest, Sunday at 2:00 pm (exhibitors should report at 1:30 am). Exhibitors will use their own animals for the contest. However, approximately mid-show swine may be switched out for health reasons. Back up swine will be identified before the show begins. Previous winners of Master Showmanship are eligible.

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Fair Book - Meat Goat

Exhibitors are expected to know and follow all Animal Science Rules and Health Requirements. Purebred and grade animals are shown together.Meat goats may be shown with horns. ANY sign of behavior or safety issues could result in required, capping or even disqualification at judge, superintendent, or 4-H staff in charge discretion.Age determined as of the day of the show.Meat goats may be shown in a collar or halter; this includes a prong collar (2 year trial).

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Fair Book - Mini Meal

4- H members enrolled in the Food and Nutrition and Food Preservation projects may have one entry in each division as long as different dishes are prepared for each. Each participant (or team) must prepare only two dishes. One must be a main dish and the other can be any other food which would either (a) make an entire meal if served together, or (b) be part of a larger meal if other foods were included. The meal might be a breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch, buffet supper, snack meal, party meal, etc. Members can utilize food products they have preserved. Judging criteria are outlined on the newly revised 4-H Food and Nutrition Contest Score Sheet (511-17), available at the county Extension office or on the State 4-H website.

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Fair Book - Outdoor Science

Each exhibit piece must be labeled with the member’s name, county and class number. An Educational Display Exhibit Explanation Card(000-01) must be attached to each exhibit.A project exhibit relating to the out-of-doors. May not exceed 30” in width, 24” deep (front to back), and 36” high. Include an explanation of such things as: how to use exhibit, how made, where found, identify parts, etc., if appropriate to exhibit. Example: A birdhouse exhibit could include plans for making it, where it would be used, for what birds, an actual picture of where it will be used, etc.

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Fair Book - Performing Arts

Performing Arts is open to any 4-H member. Members must be selected by a county determined process. Participants register for a judging time slot.

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Fair Book - Photography

The following classes are for still photography. Video projects should be entered under Communications. Members may enter in up to two classes (no more than one entry per class) and be part of a club entry,Senior and Intermediate members may also enter one exhibit in the Celebrate our World class. All Photos must show work done by the member. Public display of exhibits will be at the discretion of 4-H Management.

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Fair Book - Poultry

4-H poultry members must be present to show their birds. The Oregon 4-H Showmanship procedure will be used (4-H Poultry Showmanship, 4-H 1503). Members will carry their single bird exhibit to the judges’ table and show them while they are being judged. Recognized breeds will be judged separately if numbers warran

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Fair Book - Pygmy Goat

Exhibitors are expected to know and follow all Animal Science Rules and Health Requirements. We strongly recommend Pygmy goats be dehorned. Purebred and grade animals are shown together. Standard livestock pens will be provided. Exhibitors must provide liners for pens to reduce opening size if bringing small kids; pens are traditionally 6’ x 6’.Wethers will be shown in separate conformation classes. Does and wethers will compete together in showmanship.

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Fair Book - Rabbit

4-H members must be present to show their rabbits. Members will carry their rabbits to the judging table and show them while they are being judged. Members may leave rabbits in carrying cages, use cages already set up or set up their own. No rabbits are allowed on grounds except those to be exhibited. Frozen water bottles are recommended for use in pens while at the State Fair. Permanent identification is recommended. Members will provide their own carpet square or mat at the show table.

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Fair Book - Science

Open to all 4-H members regardless of project enrollment. The exhibit may be a poster or a three-dimensional display. Individual three-dimensional exhibits are limited in size to 48” wide (measured when lying flat), 24” deep (front to back), and 36” high. Club exhibits are limited in size to 60” wide, 24” deep and 36” high. Posters are limited in size to 30” by 24”.

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Fair Book - Swine

Exhibitors are expected to know and follow all Animal Science Rules and Health Requirements.

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Fair Book - Technology

Each exhibit piece must be labeled with the member’s name, county and class number.If more than one article is contained in the exhibiteach article must be labeled with the member’s name, county and class number. This may be done with masking tape, attaching an index card, or writing directly on the back with a marker.All the articles that comprise the exhibit must be attached to each other.The one exception to this is the Rocketry Engineering Journal, which must be included with the Rocket display, but is not required to be attached to it.

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Fair Book - Vegetables

The publication “Selecting and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit”, 4-H 2334, should be used by exhibitors as a reference except for the specific numbers of vegetables required for plate and collection exhibits which is listed below. This publication specifies the number of vegetables required for plate and collection exhibits and also provides tips for selecting and preparing vegetables for exhibit. Judging criteria are outlined on the 4-H Vegetable Collection Exhibit Score Card (712-01) and the 4-H Vegetable Garden Exhibit Score Card (712-02). The Vegetable Exhibit/Collection Explanation Card (712-07) is to be attached to each exhibit. These publications are available at the county Extension office or on the State 4- H website. Note that exhibitors can enter only one exhibit in each class with the exception of “Other”.

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Fairgrounds Map

Jackson County Fairgrounds (Expo Center) Map

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Fall 2022 All-Leaders Update Recording

This is a recording of the all-leaders update held in September, 2022, holding updates about the program.

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Family Consumer Science Exhibits

Business Finance and Innovation/Clothing, Crocheting, Knitting & Designing Spaces/Food and Nutrition/Food Preservation

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Family Yoga

Release stress and work on your flexibility by hosting a family yoga session! Find this idea and more in 4-H Healthy Living Activity Guide to keep your kids engaged and learning while at home. Download now:

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Fashion Revue Rules and Classes

Fashion Revue rules and classes

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Fiber Arts

Fiber Arts Project Resources

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Financial Assistance Request Form

The Jackson County 4-H Association is committed to having no financial barriers between youth and the 4-H Youth Development Program. This application is for members needing financial assistance for enrollment or other 4-H activities.

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Flowers & Ornamentals

Flowers & Ornamentals Project Resources

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Floyd Charley Peacemaker Award

Beef Project Award given out at County Fair. Beef project members ages 9-18 years old can apply. Application due May 1 to the Extension Office.

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Food Hero Cooking Resources

Food Hero is your go-to site for quick, tasty, healthy recipes and helpful tips. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, you'll find something new for your family to enjoy.

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Food Preservation

Resources for the Food Preservation Project

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Foods & Nutrition

Resources for the Foods & Nutrition Project

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Forestry

Resources for the Forestry Project

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General Fair Information

This is the basic fair information for the 2024 Fair! See this document for information about parking, credentials, golf carts, and the like.

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Geology

Resources for the Geology Project

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Goat

Meat Goat and Dairy Goat Project Resources

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Goat - Fair Entry Form

Please use this form if you plan on participating at the Jackson County 4-H fair with your goat project.

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Healthy Living: Yoga for Kids

Video of the 4-H Pledge Yoga Sequence: https://youtu.be/Hz3ahmJI4vg Research about the benefits of yoga for children, as well as over a dozen yoga poses to try

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Home Water Audit

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Horse

Horse Project resources

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Horse - Fair Entry Form

Please use this form if you plan on participating at the Jackson County 4-H fair with your horse project.

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Horse Declaration Form

Fair Pre-Registration Form. Deadline: April 14

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Horse Judging Registration Form

Registration Form For the Jackson County Horse Judging Contest

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Horticulture Exhibits

Container Gardening/Flowers and Ornamentals/Herbs/Vegetables/

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How Old Do I Have to Be to Join 4-H?

How Old Do I Have to Be to Join 4-H? 4-H is open to youth ages 5-19 (as of September 1st of the current year—no exceptions!) • Youth ages 5-8 are considered Cloverbuds • Youth aged 19 may enroll if they are still enrolled in school • Youth with documented developmental disabilities are eligible to enroll up until the age of 21 Volunteers must be at least 21 years old Young adults ages 18-21 may choose to be Junior Volunteers with prior approval, and will always work alongside an Adult Volunteer

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HPAI Susceptible Animal Form

ODA form required for Swine and Poultry to show at the 2024 Jackson County Fair

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Innovation and Creativity Fairbook

This is the Fairbook page for Innovation and Creativity Static Exhibits. If you have a static exhibit that doesn't fit cleanly into any other classes, use this division to submit it!

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Inspire Kids to Do Guide

Enjoy your time at home during this beautiful spring weather with this Garden of Greatness activity from the 4-H #InspireKidstoDo Activity Guide that will help your kids learn to recognize positive traits about themselves and others while creating a paper flower display! Download the guide

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Jackson 4-H Update March 15-28, 2021

4-H Bi-monthly newsletter

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Jackson County 4-H & FFA Junior Livestock Auctions

Information for auction exhibitors and bidders

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Jackson County 4-H Ag & Animal Project Funding Request

These funds have been designated for Agriculture related education. These funds are available due to the Grange Co-op Round Up for Ag Program.

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Jackson County 4-H Ambassador Contract

2021 Jackson County 4-H Ambassador Contract

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Jackson County 4-H Ambssador Application

2021 Jackson County Ambassador Application

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Jackson County 4-H Brochure

Learn about all that 4-H has to offer!

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Jackson County 4-H Enrollment Policies

This is the policy document for all Jackson County 4-H Enrollment.

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Jackson County 4-H Leaders Association Scholarship

Local 4-H Scholarship for Jackson County graduating senior members. Due to Extension on March 1.

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Jackson County 4-H Mini-Grant Application

4-H Mini-grants are a great opportunity to learn how to apply for a scholarship. These funds can help support your 4-H club in buying new equipment or support a new project.

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Jackson County Animal Science Record

Needed for fair and record books. This is for Jackson County only. We will not use the state animal science record at this time.

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Jackson County Animal Science Record (SPANISH)

Animal Science Record in Spanish.

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Jackson County Auction Rules

These are the rules for the 4-H/FFA Auction from the Jackson County Junior Livestock Associates.

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Jackson County Herdsmanship Score Sheet

This scoresheet is used for all herdsmanship competitions for animal exhibits at the Jackson County Fair.

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JC Fair Paylean (Ractopamine) Ban Affidavit-Swine

FORM MUST BE TURNED IN at Fair Weigh In.

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Junior Master Naturalist

Resources for the Forestry, Wildlife, Geology, and other Projects

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Knitting

Resources for the Knitting Project

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Lauren Cantrell Memorial Scholarship

This is a scholarship for Jackson and Klamath County 4-H members. This should be mailed to the address in the form by May 1.

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Leaders of Today and Tomorrow (LOT2)

This is our local youth leadership group that meets monthly. We will be at the Multicultural Fair (9/28) and Bear Creek Fall Fest (10/19). Come find out what we are all about at our new member night - Monday, October 28, at 6:30 pm. Location to be determined. Contact Lena Hosking with questions. [email protected], 541-776-7371

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Leathercraft

Leathercraft Project Resources

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Live Contests

Fashion Revue/Flower Arranging Contest/Food Prep - Mini Meal/Food Prep Challenge/ Food Prep-PNW/Table Setting

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March 1-14, 2021

Current newsletter

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Market Animal Code of Ethics & COOL Form (fillable)

Market Animal Code of Ethics & COOL Form (Word)

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Market Animal Code of Ethics Form

Please complete this form if you are entering any market animal in the Fair and bring to fair with you.

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Market Animals - Code of Ethics & C.O.O.L. Statement

Please sign this code of conduct and country of origin labeling statement if you are participating in the Jackson County 4-H fair with your market animals.

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May 10-23, 2021

4-H Update

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Multi-Use Wallet Sewing Pattern

Multi-Use Wallet Pattern

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My 4-H Resume

This record is your entire 4-H career in one document. Keep and update for your entire 4-H career.

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National Fundraising Fact Sheet

This fact sheet from National 4-H outlines policies and best practices for club fundraising.

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Natural Science and Outdoor Education Exhibits

Aquatic Ecology and Sport Fishing/Conservation/Entomology/Forestry/Geology/Honey Bees/Marine science/Outdoor Science

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New 4-H Adult Agreement

This document is designed for use with volunteers, parents/guardians, and individuals who supervise 4-H youth (e.g., an aunt, grandfather) for some or all of their 4-H involvement. (See at bottom of agreement.)

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New Volunteer Application Form

This form must be fully filled out by all prospective volunteers and submitted as soon as possible to get the process started.

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New Volunteer Instructions

This welcome letter outlines step-by-step instructions for new volunteers to begin their journey with 4-H!

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New Volunteer Interest Form

The first step to getting involved with 4-H for any adults who want to volunteer is to fill out this form! Once you fill it out, we'll get back to you shortly.

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Nourish BINGO

Stay active and balanced with these #4HHealthyLiving activities! Show us what you're up to by sharing photos on social media and tagging @jacksoncounty4hor

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Of People and Fish: 4-H Natural Science and Cultural Discovery Program

Resources to learn more about humans' relationship with fish in the PNW

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Online Annual Club Registration Form (highly preferred)

Used by main leader to re-register the club for the upcoming 4-H year. Due to the Extension office September 1.

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Oregon 4-H Animal Science Ethical Standards

Rules and standards for everyone involved in 4-H animal science projects.

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OSU Extension Catalog

More OSU & 4-H books, worksheets, and resources

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OSU Extension Youth Education Resources

Our Extension educators are providing new ways to support the health and education of children and adults throughout Oregon and to help families pull through the COVID-19 crisis. We are teachers. We are researchers. We are neighbors. We are here for you.

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Outdoor School: Animals

Animal Resources from Outdoor School

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Outdoor School: Plants

Plant Resources from Outdoor School

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Outdoor School: Soil

Soil Resources from Outdoor School

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Outdoor School: Water

Water Resources from Outdoor School

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Performing Arts

Performing Arts Project Resources

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Photography

Photography Project Resources

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Positive Youth Development

General information

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Poultry - Fair Entry Form

Please use this form if you plan on participating at the Jackson County 4-H fair with your poultry project.

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Presentation Contest Resources

A presentation is a way to share information with others, to teach what you know or have learned. While there are many types of presentations, 4-H materials concentrate on these four: demonstrations, illustrated talks, public speeches, and impromptu speeches. Use the following web link to help you prepare your own presentation to give to your club, at school, in the community, or at a contest.

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Public Speaking & Presentations

Resources for the Public Speaking & Presentations Project

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Rabbit

Resources for the Rabbit project

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Rabbit/Cavy Entry Form

Fair Entry form for Rabbit/Cavy ONLY.

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Record Book Contest Application

Please include this application with your record book entries.

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Record Book Handbook

This booklet serves as a guide to leaders, parents, and members who want to know more about the "why's," "how's," "what's," and "when's" of 4-H record books.

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Reptiles & Amphibians

Resources for the Reptiles & Amphibians Project

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Returning Volunteer Enrollment Site

This is where volunteers must complete their enrollment each year between October 1st-December 31st. New or prospective volunteers should not enroll here until instructed by 4-H staff.

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Robotics

Resources for the Robotics Project

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Sew Masks for Local Doctors

A local Facebook group is organizing to help people stuck at home sew face masks for doctors. As you probably already know, there's a shortage of medical face masks that help keep doctors and their patients safe from spreading COVID-19. On this Facebook Group you can find sewing patterns and instructions for how to safely deliver your masks. This is a great project to give back to your community during quarantine!

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Sewing & Clothing

Resources for the Sewing & Clothing Project

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Sheep

Resources for the Sheep project

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Sheep Declaration Form

Please complete this form and turn it in at the same time you get your market lambs tagged (1st Saturday in March). Only breeding sheep need to be recorded on this form.

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Shooting Sports

Resources for various Shooting Sports Projects

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Shop 4-H: Curriculum

Over 450 4-H curriculum books

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Spring Fair Schedule 2024

This is the schedule for Spring Fair--subject to change.

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Standards of Behavior for Adults

This document outlines the standards of behavior for all adults (employees, volunteers, and parents) working with minors in 4-H.

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State Ambassador Resources

It is both an honor and a responsibility to be a 4-H State Ambassador because you are a role model to other youth and representative of the Oregon 4-H Youth Development program. Please read this for more details on roles and responsibilities.

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State Project Record Forms

This link contains all other project records (Horse, statics, 4-H Resume, etc.).

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STEM and Industrial Arts Exhibits

Engineering/Industrial Arts/Science/Technology (Aerospace-Computers-Robotics)

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STEP It Up 2020

STEP Classes are open to 4-H members and non-members alike to try out new activities and get a taste of all 4-H has to offer. The STEP It Up Winter series takes popular skills from the Fall and challenges youth to STEP It Up by honing their abilities through multiple sessions. These classes are designed to prepare youth to enter an exhibit or contest at fair; if this is of interest to your child, please contact your class leader and/or Dana Utroske.

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