State Fair: General Information & Showing

The Colorado State Fair is August 28– September 7 in Pueblo, Colorado. The state fair provides a number of opportunities for 4-H and FFA members as well as the general public. Opportunities and general events include, but are not limited to: Horse, Livestock, & Small Animal Shows; Concerts & Other Specialty Events; Various Contests; Rodeos; […]

Meat Quality Assurance (MQA) (4-H/FFA) -2026

Meat Quality Assurance Training for 4-H/FFA members consists of walk-through learning stations and a test. The training is required for all members who are enrolled in livestock projects (Market and/or Breeding). Lincoln County 4-H & FFA Members will be required to complete MQA as follows:  1x–First year taking a livestock project 1x-When the member turns […]

4-H STATE CONFERENCE CONTESTS AVAILABLE:

The State 4-H Conference will be June 16-18 in Fort Collins at CSU campus. There are many workshops and contests available to senior age members. Contact the office to learn more about contest requirements and participation. *There is a cost to enter contests as well as general registration and travel costs. *Some contests require team […]

4-H Demonstration Success

Demonstrations and speeches offer youth the opportunity to learn many important life skills including, but not limited to, public speaking, planning, critical thinking, audience engagement, how to find and utilize resources, and leadership. Youth learn about a particular topic or item of interest and how to convey what they have learned or would like to […]

DISTRICT & STATE OFFICER OPPORTUNITIES:

District or State Officer Interest– Senior (Driving-Age) Members who may be interested in running for a District or State Office need to contact the office by the end of February to get more information and complete the application process. *All offices require extensive travel and time commitment as well as event travel and registration expenses. […]

4-H-> Activity Page (February ’26)

4-H’s (February ’26)

Welcome 4-H Members & General Reminders (2026) & Minimum Participation Requirements

We want to welcome our new and returning 4-H members and families!  The following are some tips and reminders for the 4-H year. ¨ For Questions->Contact the office via phone or email  (sooner than later). ¨ 4-H information, events, and updates will come out through the newsletter and email (information goes to the primary email listed in […]

Family & Consumer: Tax Season is Almost Here

Tax season is just around the corner with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announcing that it will begin accepting returns on January 26. It’s important to meet with a tax preparer each year after you have received and gathered up all documents to determine if you need to file a tax return, if you are […]

4-H Newsletter (February ’26)