The 4-H Achievement project is designed to help you acquire techniques which will be helpful in the future. Looking closely at your projects may help you set goals for your future. Identifying skills and the experiences that developed them may help you in the future as you complete scholarship forms, college admission forms and job applications and resume's. In 10th grade you can apply for the Indiana 4-H Accomplishment Scholarship. This Scholarship is for any type of post high school educati
Information on the Franklin County 4-H Livestock Auction. Thank you to all of our supporters!
Many of our 4-H projects are exhibited on posters. 4-H members should be creative with their posters, but there are special rules that must be followed when making a 4-H poster so that you don't get marked down.
The 4-H aerospace program provides youth with educational information about aerospace that develops project skills (i.e., principles of flight, model rocket construction, model rocket safety) and life skills (i.e., decision-making, using science and technology, developing communication skills). These fun-filled, hands-on learning experiences are provided under the direction of caring adults.
The Arts and Crafts 4-H project allows youth to learn life skills and grow in project knowledge while expressing creativity in a variety of mediums.
Youth learn how to weave baskets.
The 4-H beef program and related activities (such as workshops and tours) provide youth with a fun and hands-on learning experience which develops both beef subject skills (such as nutrition, housing, and health care) and life skills (such as responsibility, decision-making, nurturing, and communications). Skills are learned under the direction of caring adults.
"How to" information for making and using icing as decoration for cakes, cookies, etc. A project that can be done individually or in a group. This activity, which can be enjoyed by families and friends, also is an introduction to a money making skill and career.
Uses instructional materials that deal with young children at different ages (i.e., infants, toddlers, pre-school) and baby-sitting. Characteristics of various ages are studied and followed by observations and interactive activities.
Youth will collect and display items of interest, adding to it each year and keep inventory of what they have in their collection.
The 4-H Computer project is designed for youth to engage in an interactive project to learn all levels of familiarity with computers. Learn life skills while gaining hands-on computer specific knowledge. First youth are introduced to how they work, features, and programs. Then they advance to exploring connections and repairs, creating and managing networks, and lastly being capable of teaching others about technology.
Educational materials are designed to teach clothing selection, wardrobe planning, care of clothing, and personal grooming. Included are activities to be completed at home and in stores.
The Creative Writing Project is designed to help interested youth explore and develop their writing talents in an experimental learning environment.
Crops includes all 4-H Corn, Hay, Soybeans, Tobacco and Wheat Projects
The educational 4-H dairy cattle program and related activities (such as workshops and tours) provide youth a fun and hands-on learning experience which develops both dairy subject skills (such as nutrition, housing, and health care) and life skills (such as responsibility, decision-making, nurturing, and communications) under the direction of caring adults.
The 4-H Dog Project provides youth a fun and hands-on learning experience that develops life skills, as well as teaches valuable information about properly caring for their animal. Subjects such as general care, nutrition housing, training and health care are presented in the curricular materials, through workshops and in preparation of an exhibit. Youth also have the opportunity to develop responsibility, decision-making, nurturing, and communication skills through active participation in the 4
The 4-H electricity/electronics program provides youth with educational information about electricity and how it can be used to benefit the human race. The electricity/electronics program develops project skills (i.e., safe practices, proper use of fuses and circuit breakers, proper lighting techniques, proper wiring techniques) and life skills (i.e., decision-making, using science and technology, developing communication skills). These fun-filled, hands-on learning experiences are provided unde
There are more kinds of insects in the world than all other organisms combined. They live on the earth's surface, in the soil, and in water. Insects live in deserts, rain forests, hot springs, snow fields, and dark caves. This project will help you study insect and their relationship with people. You can also learn how to collect, preserve, and identify insects.
Fashion Revue is an opportunity for youth in the 4-H Sewing (Wearable) and Consumer Clothing projects to model their projects.
Youth create artwork through a variety of mediums.
Youth will learn basic information and skills needed to grow healthy plants and flowers.
The "Fantastic Foods" curriculum series is designed to help youth have fun in the kitchen as they prepare different foods, do fun experiments, and go on fact-finding missions. The curriculum is designed around six major categories: healthy food selection, smart food purchasing, food safety and science, food preparation, food preservation, careers, and food around the world.
The forestry project will help you to learn how to identify trees, uses of trees, the benefits of trees, and the importance of our woodlands. A knowledge of trees and woodland management leads to a greater enjoyment of the outdoors. An understanding of tree characteristics will allow future landowners to choose the best varieties for urban or rural benefits that include cooling, wildlife habitat, and reducing erosion and other types of pollution.
The 2021 Franklin County 4-H Fair is planned for July 19-24, with Pre-Fair Judging July 14-18.
Find all of the 4-H judging results for the 2014 Franklin County 4-H Fair here!
Find the judging results from the 2015 Franklin County 4-H Fair here!
Find all the 4-H Results from the Franklin County 4-H Fair here! Check back often for updates!
Find all the results for the 2017 Franklin County 4-H Fair and the 2017 Indiana State Fair 4-H Competitions here!
Our county 4-H Project Labels match the label size for the Indiana State Fair projects. Download yours here! Mini 4-H project labels are here too!
A 4-H project is a series of learning experiences for 4-H members. There are over 50 project areas available for 4-H'ers to choose from in Franklin County. Many projects have manuals or books to assist the 4-H'er with his/her project. 4-H is a "learn by doing" program.
The gardening project introduces youth to vegetable gardening. Youth will learn about planning a vegetable garden, planting, fertilizing, different vegetable pests, harvesting, storage techniques and careers.
How to document your heritage through ancestral listing. The project can be done as an individual or group with a parent or grandparent. It helps young people know where their ancestors resided, traveled, and developed some family tradition.
This project introduces youth to the fascinating hobby of "rock hunting." Geology involves studying the earth's crust, its layers, and their history. Youth learn to identify Indiana rocks, minerals, and fossils.
Youth learn how to neatly and creatively wrap boxes and packages.
The 4-H goat program and related activities (such as workshops, tours) provide youth a fun and hands-on learning experience which develops both goat subject skills (such as nutrition, housing, and health care) and life skills (such as responsibility, decision-making, nurturing, and communications) under the direction of caring adults.
The 4-H Health project is designed for youth interested in basic first aid and healthy well-being as well as though interested in pursuing a medical profession. In this hands-on and fun project youth will practice first aid skills, explore hygiene, nutrition, and physical fitness, and then put all the knowledge gained into practice as they develop their own personal plan and practice making decisions. Disease prevention, decision making, and healthy lifestyle choices are just a few of the life s
Youth learn how to grow and care for a variety of herbs.
Youth learn about local, state, national and world history.
Educational materials applying principles of design to home design and decoration as well as information about care of home furnishings.
The 4-H Horse and Pony Project provides youth a fun and hands-on learning experience that develops life skills, as well as teaches valuable information about properly caring for their animal. Subjects such as general management, training, nutrition, housing, and health care are presented in the curricular materials, through workshops and activities such as horse bowl, Hippology and judging, and in preparation of an exhibit. Youth also have the opportunity to develop responsibility, decision-maki
Youth learn about other countries and cultures.
Members enrolled in animal/livestock projects who choose not to exhibit live animals at the fair, may exhibit a poster on a topic covered in the project manual.
Youth learn how to prepare various foods using a microwave.
Mini 4-H is a program designed to encourage positive development of children in first and second grade. The goal of the Mini 4-H program is to help young children explore friendships outside the family, explore the way in which things work, practice both small and large muscle control, and think about the ways people work together on projects.
Youth build and paint models.
Needle craft includes: Hand Work Knitting, Embroidery, Crocheting, Needlepoint, Crewel, Candle-Wicking, Chicken Scratching, Hand Quilting, Tatting, Huck Embroidery, Hemstitching; also Pulled, Drawn and Counted Thread Work and Punch Needle Work. Does not include latch hook, plastic canvas, machine knitting, machine quilting or arm knitting/crocheting.
Youth learn how to properly care for their pets.
Youth learn how to take quality photographs and to properly use a camera.
Learn how to successfully grow potatoes in your garden.
Members will create a hand-formed piece or unit of pottery that must be fired.
The 4-H Poultry Project provides youth a fun and hands-on learning experience that develops life skills, as well as teaches valuable information about properly caring for their birds. Subjects such as such as general care, nutrition housing, and health care are presented in the curricular materials, through workshops and activities such as poultry judging, and in preparation of an exhibit. Youth also have the opportunity to develop responsibility, decision-making, nurturing, and communication sk
Public speaking is an important communication skill. In this project members will practice this skill by writing and delivering a speech related to 4-H.
The 4-H Rabbit Project provides youth a fun and hands-on learning experience that develops life skills, as well as teaches valuable information about properly caring for their animal. Subjects such as such as general care, nutrition housing, and health care are presented in the curricular materials, through workshops and activities such as Rabbit Ambassadors and in preparation of an exhibit. Youth also have the opportunity to develop responsibility, decision-making, nurturing, and communication
In the 4-H Recycling project, you'll learn to redefine waste by finding creative, alternative uses for items.
The purpose of scrapbooking is to preserve. It is to help you remember a moment in your life in a special way. You will probably not be able to scrapbook every picture or every event in your life-but it is a great way to remember those very special times, people or places.
Participants sew garments or non-wearable items of increasing difficulty as they progress and build their skills over time. The garments range from simple items to a tailored suit or coat. Non-wearable items range from simple items such as basic pillows to duffle bags, window treatments, household organizers, etc.
The 4-H sheep program and related activities provide youth with a fun and hands-on learning experience which develops both sheep subject skills (such as nutrition, housing, and health care) and life skills (such as responsibility, decision-making, nurturing, and communications) under the direction of caring adults.
The 4-H shooting sports project teaches safe operation of firearms and archery equipment. Volunteer instructors must be certified at a workshop. Three disciplines are offered in Franklin County, they are: archery, rifle, and shotgun.
The 4-H Small Engine project creates the education and hands-on opportunity for youth to learn all about engines. In this project youth will identify and discover the function of different engine parts, learn compression ratios, and safety issues, and lastly tear down and rebuild an engine all while learning the valuable life skills 4-H emphasizes like self-discipline, self-motivations, and goal-setting.
The soil and water science project teaches youth about soil, water, and environmental stewardship . Learn about soil and water quality, how they interact, and how we can protect and preserve them.
Fishing can be a hobby and a source of study for your entire lifetime. The 4-H Sportfishing project will introduce you to fish, fishing, and aquatic habitats.
The 4-H Sports project gives youth the opportunity to research and learn more about their favorite sport, whether they are a player or a spectator.
The 4-H swine program and related activities (such as workshops and tours) provide youth with a fun and hands-on learning experience which develops both swine subject skills (such as nutrition, housing, and health care) and life skills (such as responsibility, decision-making, nurturing, and communications) under the direction of caring adults.
The 4-H Talent project gives youth a chance to showcase their special talents during a show/contest at the annual 4-H fair in July. Categories include: Vocals, Instrumentals, Dance and Novelty and can be solo or group acts.
The 4-H Agricultural Tractor and Lawn & Garden Tractor programs provides youth with educational information about agricultural tractors and lawn tractors and machinery that develops project skills (i.e., principles of engine operation, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, safe operation) and life skills (i.e., decision making, using science and technology, developing communication skills). These fun-filled, hands-on learning experiences are provided under the direction of caring adults.
The 4-H Veterinary Science Project provides youth a fun and hands-on learning experience that helps them learn more about the Veterinary Science profession, and opportunities for careers in animal health. Subjects such as general health care, physiology, anatomy and careers are presented in the curricular materials, through workshops such as Science Workshops for Youth, and through hands on experiences with local veterinarians. Youth also have the opportunity to develop responsibility, decision
Youth will learn basic information about weather and climate science, including what causes variations in weather and why we have different seasons and climates on the earth. In this project you will observe and record weather conditions and learn weather symbols.
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Observing and studying wildlife can provide a lifetime of enjoyment. This project will help you learn to identify wildlife, basic wildlife needs, and how wildlife interact with other wildlife and with people. At the advanced level you will learn how to create a wildlife habitat, wherever you live.
The 4-H wood sciences program provides youth with educational information about wood and how it can be used to construct items. The wood science project develops project skills (i.e., safe practices, using hand tools, using power tools, making specialized wood cuts) and life skills (i.e., decision-making, using science and technology, developing communication skills). These fun-filled, hands-on learning experiences are provided under the direction of caring adults.
