NEWBERRY, S.C. — 4-H has lots of opportunities with upcoming deadlines. Please check out what we have to offer. Our website is up-to-date and you can follow along on Facebook using the links below my signature. All projects are open to youth ages 5-18 and require 4-H membership unless otherwise stated. Let us know if you have questions.
-Pullet Chain: for youth that want to raise chicks. Day old chicks will be placed with the youth around the beginning of May and the youth will raise them, show them in the fall, and complete a 4-H poultry project record book. Registration for the 2020 4-H Pullet Chain is open until March 2.
-Laying Flock Project: for youth that already have birds and are not interested in raising new birds this year. Youth in this project have the same opportunities to show as those in the Pullet Chain. Youth will also complete a 4-H poultry project record book. Registration for the 2020 4-H Laying Flock Project is open until April 30.
This market project is one in which youth raise a wether goat. At the end of the project, these animals are sold as market animals at the final show. Cost vary.
Each project participant will have the opportunity to participate in the Midlands Region as well as other 4-H sanctioned rabbit project shows. Date and locations of shows will be shared as they become available. For 2020, it is the responsibility of the youth and his/her family to secure a rabbit for the project. It does not matter what breed of rabbit you select. If you need assistance locating a rabbit, contact your local 4-H Extension Agent. You must be registered by May 31, 2020 in order to be eligible for project awards. Cost: $15
Youth will be supplied with a record book and a few seed packets to help get them started. Youth will be responsible for managing a small garden (50 sq ft.) and keeping records throughout the project season. Record books have been specifically designed for each age division. At the end of the project, youth will submit their record book for judging at the county level. County-winning record books in the Junior and Senior age divisions will advance to the regional- and state-level for judging.
Tomato Project: Coming Soon!
Engineering challenges are fun and engaging ways to allow youth to compete in various STEM disciplines like bridge building, energy, GPS, robotics, rocketry, and more. South Carolina 4-H Engineering Challenge is offered in the spring annually to youth, ages 9-18, across the state. The goals of this 4-H program are to provide a safe learning environment where youth can try, fail, and try again, gain valuable life skills, increase interest, confidence, and knowledge in science, and encourage futures in STEM-related careers. Some challenges require club or classroom work prior to the competition event. Other challenges require youth to create their designs onsite. In addition to challenges, the South Carolina 4-H Engineering Challenge hosts a STEAM Fair to further excite youth about opportunities in STEM careers and education. Since it began in 2012, the competition has grown to over 250 participants annually. Youth that participate report increased confidence and knowledge in science skills. We will continue with this effort to grow and support additional 4-H Engineering Challenges within the STEM field. The 2020 SC 4-H Engineering Challenge will be hosted at Piedmont Technical College – Newberry Campus on Saturday, May 2, 2020! ***NOTE: 4-H membership not required AND it’s in Newberry this year!!!
-High School Opportunities: The 4-H Pinckney Leadership Conference is one of South Carolina’s premier programs for youth leadership development geared towards rising 10th and 11th grade students. Housed at Clemson University, students will enjoy the following activities: leadership workshops, team building, community engagement, experiencing college life on Clemson’s campus, whitewater rafting, and more! June 21-27, 2020 OR July 12-18, 2020 Cost: $100 https://www.clemson.edu/extension/4h/pinckney/conference.html
-Middle School Opportunities: The 4-H Pinckney Leadership Camp is a traditional summer camp for rising 7th and 8th grade students. Housed at Camp Long (Aiken, SC) students will enjoy the following activities: leadership workshops, team building activities and high ropes course, community engagement, traditional camp activities, and more! Camp Long, Aiken, SC July 26-31, 2020 Cost: $55
https://www.clemson.edu/extension/4h/pinckney/camp.html
-Session 1, June 14-18, 2020 (Sunday – Thursday) will be at Camp Long, near Aiken, SC. Cost is $295 for current 4-H members and $310 for non-members.
-Session 2, July 19-23, 2020 (Sunday – Thursday) will be at Camp Bob Cooper, near Summerton, SC (off I-95). The cost is $305 for current 4-H members and $320 for non-members.
*A physical and immunization record are required for registration. Download and complete the flyer and return it along with a $75 non-refundable deposit. The balance will be due a minimum of 2 weeks prior to camp.
SC 4-H Sporting Clays Tournament Fundraiser
Now taking registrations and sponsorships for our 4-H Sporting Clays Tournament Friday, June 5, 2020. It will again be held at the National Wild Turkey Federation, Palmetto Shooting Complex in Edgefield, SC. This shoot is open to all levels of shooters. If your company is interested in sponsoring a youth team, please contact Lori Frager at Lfrager@clemson.edu or Rick Willey at rwlly@clemson.edu. Lunch is included with the team registration, but is only $15 for non-shooter adults and $10 for non-shooter youth 10 and under. Golf carts are an addition $10 per cart. They can hold 4 people and their gear. You can go to the following secure link to register and pay, or mail in the registration form along with your check for your team or sponsorship. Link to Register and Pay
Save the date! We have a goal of raising $4000 on this date. This is a great way to give back to 4-H without too much coming from your budget. Can’t wait? start now!
We still have our Get Cooking with Newberry County 4-H Cookbooks available for $10 in the office. All 140 recipes have been used in local 4-H programs. Swing by and get your copy today!
–Clemson Extension