Purdue Extension - Floyd County
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Purdue Floyd County Extension
floydces@purdue.edu
3000 Technology Ave, L2110
New Albany, IN 47150
(812) 948-5470
Monday - Friday
8 AM - 4 PM
4-H brings youth together to learn new ideas, develop skills, work cooperatively to problem-solve community issues and needs, and to become leaders in their community. The basis for the program is to utilize their HEADS for clearer thinking, HEARTS for greater loyalty, HANDS for larger service, & HEALTH for better living. Not just for their own benefit, but for their club, community, country & their world.
The public is invited to 4-H Corporation Board meetings usually held on the 4th Monday of each month at Newlin Hall. Call the Floyd County Extension office to confirm meeting dates and times.
Youth & Adult 4-H Enrollment & Information
Floyd County Fair June 7-11, 2027
2026-27 Floyd County 4-H Clubs
4-H’ers may choose as many clubs and projects as they wish but are not required to participate in a club or have an animal to join. Some clubs do not meet during the summer. Sign up at v2.4honline.com to attend these 4-H clubs. Once enrolled, youth will be on a club roster, and the leader will contact you. 4-H members do not have to attend a 4-H club or own an animal to participate.
4-H Singers of Floyd County - For K-12 of all singing abilities. Most meetings are held on the 2nd & 4th Saturday at 1 PM at St. John United Presbyterian Church in New Albany, use main ramp door. For questions contact Dr. Charlie Mitchell at chmitchell1@gmail.com.
Bailando Lamas - A club for youth in grades K-12 to focus on learning about, caring for, training and showing llamas and alpacas. Meetings are held 1-2 times a week, April through June, which includes events like parades, nursing home visits etc. with indoor meetings once a week during the other months & typically 2-3 practices throughout June/July leading up to State fair. Most meetings are in the evening and occasionally early Saturday afternoons. For more info contact Kendall Lanham, klanham1018@gmail.com, (502)689-5434 or Abigail Kreutner, abigailkreutner@gmail.com, 812-778-0499.
Jr. Leaders - A club for youth in grades 7-12 to provide adult 4-H volunteers with additional assistance in 4-H clubs, as well as assisting with county activities. Jr. Leaders also serve as mentors and role models to the younger 4-H members by sharing their experiences with them. Activities include fundraising, community service and project development. Meetings are at the Optimist Club at 6:45 PM. on the first Thursday of each month. Co-Leaders are Jamie Schilmiller, jamieschil@hotmail.com or Kristi Kunaschk, kristi.kunaschk@gmail.com.
Optimist 4-H Club - A club for youth in grades K - 6, who are interested in project workshops throughout the year. Workshops will be held at the Georgetown Optimist Club, creating project material to exhibit at the fair, such as crafts, cooking, demonstrations, individual and group projects. Bev Oehrle 502-345-75
Blue Ribbon Rabbit Club - A club for grades K-12 who want to learn how to care for and show rabbits in a 4-H setting. Meetings will begin January 2027. Contact Erin Uhl at ethackeruhl@gmail.com or Matt Uhl,muhl24@gmail.com for more information.
Shamrocks 4-H Club – Is a universal club for grades K - 12 who are interested in all projects. Meetings will be held once a month tentatively on the 3rd Saturday morning at Purdue Technology Center at 3000 Technology Avenue, New Albany Indiana. For more information contact: Kyla McCollum, shamrockclub2023@gmail.com.
Shooting Sports -
• Archery -Safe Shooters – This is a club for youth in grades 3 - 12 who are interested
in learning about and developing their archery skills under the guidance of certified instructors. Archery meets at the Georgetown Optimist Club. Dates vary, normally the 3rd or 4th week, Sunday to Wednesday, 6-7:30. No meetings held in June, July or October. Contact Bev Oehrle 502-345-7569 for details.
• Firearms-Safe Shooters - This is a club for youth in grades 3 - 12 who are interested in learning about and developing their firearms skills and safe handgun practices under the guidance of certified instructors. There may be an additional annual fee to cover range usage in addition to the 4-H membership fee. Meeting dates & times to be announced at the Indian Creek Shooting Center, Gun Club Rd, Georgetown, Indiana. For details contact: Marc Dragoo at FloydCounty4HFirearms@hotmail.com. Enroll in 4-H Online before attending.
4-H STEM Bots empowers children in 1st – 12th grade to be independent problemsolvers,
while working cooperatively with their peers on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math activities. Each month will feature a different themed activity which will require them to be constructive, creative, and think strategically. Sample topics include robotics, coding, science experiments, engineering
challenges, math games, and STEM career exploration. There is a $10 annual fee to cover material costs in addition to the 4-H membership fee, which allows children to participate in other clubs and state competitions. STEM Bots meet the third Saturday of each month from 9am - 11am at the Purdue Technology Center (3000 Technology Ave in New Albany). Please contact Laura Swessel, swessel1@hotmail.com or Sam McCollum: mccolluj@purdue.edu with questions.
Gaming 4-H Club is a competitive video gaming club that is more than just playing games. Grades 3-12 learn teamwork, strategic thinking & effective communication as they work together to achieve common goals. It also offers a unique platform for students who may not be involved in traditional sports to find their niche, build confidence and connect with peers. Beyond the screen it can foster leadership, improve problem-solving and even open doors to scholarships and careers in the expanding digital landscape. A waiting list will be formed if more than 24 youth enroll in each group. Members are not allowed to miss more than 3 consecutive meetings. Contact Kathryn Haley, kathaley122@gmail.com for club info.
4-H Dog Club: Train Your Pup and Develop Life Skills!
Join the Floyd County 4-H Dog Project and embark on a fun, hands-on learning experience
for youth in grades K-12! This program goes beyond just training your dog - it helps you develop valuable life skills.
Curriculum:
• First Year: Master the fundamentals! Learn to train your dog to respond to seven essential obedience cues, fostering nonverbal communication with your furry friend.
• Second Year and on: Take your skills to the next level! You'll explore advanced dog training techniques and teach your dog more complex obedience exercises.
Group Activities: The fun doesn't stop there! Participate in engaging activities like
dog games, pursuing the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification, teaching tricks, and
even participating in pet therapy sessions.
Learning Beyond Training:
The program goes far beyond basic commands. You'll delve into:
• Dog Care: Learn to assess vital signs, understand dog body systems, manage the needs of older dogs, and even identify dog ownership laws.
• Responsibility & Planning: Create a dog care budget, research common dog health problems, conduct a safety inventory for your dog, and select the right food.
• Project-Based Learning: Develop an exhibit on a specific topic like dog breeds, safety tips, or proper socialization - all while honing your research and presentation skills.
Requirements & Contact:
All participating dogs must have the completed 4H671W Dog Vaccination form.
You can find it online at https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/projects/4-h-project -dog.html or by contacting the Extension Office.
The club meets once a month through December, with more frequent meetings
starting in January. Meetings are held at the Floyd County Fairgrounds and led
by Candy McKing, a (CPDT-KA) and AKC evaluator and exhibitor. You can
reach her via email at c.mcking@aol.com
The Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) program reaches beyond traditional agriculture to meet the needs of citizens and homeowners.
Soil Sample Information- Bring soil sample to Extension Office. Open Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
Beginning Gardening Series - Check out Gina's new gardening video series! She will cover a variety of gardening topics such as vegetable gardening, herbs, planting trees, woody plants, and perennials! She will also discuss what you should be doing with your garden at certain times of the year.
Pollinator Day 2027 - Mark your calendars and save the date for Pollinator Day 2027! It will be April 24th! Join us for FREE family-fun and learn all about pollinators and how we can help them!
The Health and Human Sciences (HHS) program focuses on four main areas: human health, human development, food nutrition, and family resource management. Education on a wide variety of subjects affecting families or consumers is also offered to community groups and service organizations in the county.
Floyd County Employee Wellness Toolkit
Check out Purdue NEP approved recipes, cookbooks, and inspirations at their website here!
The goal of Community Development (CD) is to “Provide Indiana citizens with educational programs and information they can use to: increase community vitality, build leadership capacity, enhance public decision-making, and resolve public issues.” The five focus areas for this program are: Community and Public Policy Engagement, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Civic Engagement, Learning Centers and Workforce, and Planning & Visioning
Check out Our Community Garden!
Learn about the newly added Pollinator Paradise to our parking lot!
To learn more about Community Development, visit their website here.
