Special Interest- County only

The objective of the Special Interest Project is to provide an exhibit opportunity for 4-H’ers with hobbies, activities, or interests that do not fit into any 4-H project areas and to allow these 4-H’ers to share these special interests with others.

Examples of topics suitable for the Special Interest Project: countries/cultures, dance, auto racing, motocross, law enforcement, firefighting, dinosaurs, livestock judging, hiking/camping, travel, etc. There are countless possibilities for all 4-H’ers!

Rules for All Divisions:

  • The topic of the exhibit must not qualify as part of any other 4-H project area in White county. If you are unsure if your topic qualifies for the Special Interest Project, contact the Extension Office.
  • A Special Interest Project Proposal must be completed and approved by the 4-H Extension Educator no later than June 1st. This completed and
    approved Project Proposal must be attached to the exhibit.
  • A broad, general topic may be repeated from year to year, but the sub-topic must be different each year. For example, if law enforcement is the general topic, the member could create an exhibit about the White County Sheriff Department one year and an exhibit about the FBI the next
    year.
  • All posters, notebooks, and display boards must include a reference list indicating where information was obtained, giving credit to the original author, to complete the 4-H member’s exhibit. This reference list should/might include web site links, people and professionals interviewed, books, magazines, etc. It is recommended this reference list be attached to the back of a poster or display board, be the last page of a notebook, or included as part of the display visible to the public. A judge is not to discredit an exhibit for the manner in which references are listed.
  •  A completed General Record Sheet (4-H 528) must be turned in at project check-in.
  • For 3-Dimentional Display of all levels – Items unattached to the display may be included in the exhibit as long as they fit within the overall size limitations. The White County Ag Association will not be liable for any loss or damage to any unattached items.

Requirements by Division

Grades 3-5 Exhibit one (1) of the following:
• Poster (See General Rules: 4-H Exhibits, 4-H Project Exhibits -Other Than Live Animals for general
rules regarding poster projects)
• 3-Dimensional Display – 24” wide x 24” deep x 36” high maximum size. Items unattached to the
display may be included in the exhibit as long as they fit within the overall size limitations. The White
County Ag Association will not be liable for any loss or damage to any unattached items.
• Notebook

Grades 6-8 Exhibit one (1) of the following:
• Poster (See General Rules: 4-H Exhibits, 4-H Project Exhibits – Other Than Live Animals for general
rules regarding poster projects)
• 3-Dimentional Display – 24” wide x 24” deep x 36” high maximum size. Items unattached to the
display may be included in the exhibit as long as they fit within the overall size limitations. The White
County Ag Association will not be liable for any loss or damage to any unattached items.
• Notebook

Grades 9-12 Exhibit one (1) of the following:
• Poster (See General Rules: 4-H Exhibits, 4-H Project Exhibits – Other Than Live Animals for general
rules regarding poster projects)
• 3-Dimensional Display – 24” wide x 24” deep x 36” high maximum size. Items unattached to the
display may be included in the exhibit as long as they fit within the overall size limitations. The White
County Ag Association will not be liable for any loss or damage to any unattached items.
• Notebook