News! From Washington County

• D11 Spring Spectacular Results
• D11 Photography Contest Results
• Multi District Horse Judging Results
• Multi District Livestock Judging Results
• District and State Contest Reimbursement Form Open
• 4-H Livestock Project Visit Request with CEA Pearl Jones.

County Upcoming Events

• 4-H County Council & Parent Association Meeting May 6, 2024
• Record Book Workshop: FINAL Workshop Before Submission May 8, 2024
• Washington County Ag Day May 15, 2024
• Washington County Extension Office Closed May 27, 2024
• Washington County 4-H County Camp May 31, 2024
• BMGA Kids Kamp Registration Open - Limited Seating!
• County and District Record Book Judges Needed
• Washington County 4-H Youth Rodeo & Show
• 2023-2024 4-H Record Books DUE June 3, 2024
• 2024 Star Award Applications DUE June 3, 2024
• Washington County 4-H Star Award Interviews June 11, 2024
• Washington County Extension Office Closed July 4, 2024
• Food & Nutrition Kids in the Kitchen Camp July 10,2024
• SAVE THE DATE Washington County 4-H Family Night August 2, 2024

District Upcoming Events

• D11 Horse Show May 29-30, 2024
• SAVE THE DATE D11 Leadership Lab June 12-14, 2024
• SAVE THE DATE Junior Leadership Lab July 9, 2024
• Train Like a Champion Showmanship Show July 20, 2024

State Upcoming Events

• State 4-H Roundup Entries Open on 4-H Online May 1, 2024
• State 4-H Roundup Entries Close on 4-H Online May 13, 2024
• Texas 4-H Storyboard Contest Entries Close May 15, 2024
• District 11 4-H Horse Show May 29-30, 2024
• Texas State 4-H Roundup June 3-6, 2024
• Texas 4-H Outdoor Challenge June 15-16, 2024
• State 4-H Horse Show July 21-27, 2024



Major Show Happenings

• 2024-2025 Major Show STEER LATE Tag Orders DUE May 29, 2024
• Summer 2024 Major Show HEIFER LATE Tag Orders DUE May 29, 2024
• Summer 2024 Major Show SHEEP & GOAT LATE Tag Orders DUE May 29, 2024
• Summer 2024 Major Show SWINE Tag Orders DUE May 29, 2024
• Major Show Lamb and Goat Validation June 17, 2024
• Major Show Steer Validation June 18, 2024
• Major Show Heifer Validation June 19, 2024
• Major Show Swine Validation June 20, 2024

USEFUL WEBSITE LINKS

Washington County 4-H is excited to announce a summer Food and Nutrition Program, Kids in the Kitchen, on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. This program will provide educational hands-on activities geared to teach food safety, preparation, and nutrition.

The program will take place on July 10, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Washington County Expo Event Center in Brenham. The cost is $25 (4-H member) and $40 (non-member) per child. Children aged 8-14 are eligible to register, but please note that space is limited to 20 participants. So, we encourage you to register early to secure a spot for your child!

For more information, please contact the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office in Washington County (979-277-6212). Registration materials and more information can also be found on our website, https://washington.agrilife.org/.

The 2024 Texas 4-H Digital Story Board Contest registration will open on May 1^st and remain open until May 15th. For more information visit the Fashion and Interior Design page.

Directions to register for the 2024 Texas 4-H Digital Story Board Contest

1. Go to 4-H Online
2. Event name 2024 Texas 4-H Digital Storyboard Invitational
3. Entry selection and $15 fee payment will take place here.
4. You will receive a link to Submittable to upload entry.

Registration is OPEN for the 2024 Texas 4-H Outdoor Challenge at Long Acres Ranch in Richmond, Texas. Come out for a day of fun competition in skills like kayaking, fishing, riflery, outdoor first aid, archery, and so much more! Registration is open now through May 15th, so get your submissions in NOW! Reach out to Larry Hysmith for more information at larry.hysmith@ag.tamu.edu. 

2024 Texas 4-H Roundup

Texas 4-H Roundup is the pinnacle event of the state 4-H program. The event consists of approximately 50 competitive events, with some of these contests requiring each individual or team to qualify at the county and district level to compete. Senior level (9th-12th grade) 4-H members participate at this event, which also holds scholarship recognition, retiring of the State 4-H Council, educational workshops, a trade show, and high energy assemblies.

REGISTRATION DEADLINES:

April 29, 2024: Deadline to submit volunteer screening application for those who will be serving as a chaperone of youth from their county

May 1, 2024 - May 13, 2024 : Roundup Registration through 4HOnline

May 14, 2024 – May 15, 2024: Additional $50 Late Fee

May 16, 2024 – May 17, 2024: Additional $250 Late Fee

May 18, 2024 – May 31, 2024: Additional $500 Late Fee

NO REGISTRATION ACCEPTED AFTER MAY 31st