Daviess County 4-H

Welcome to 4-H in Daviess County!

As the largest youth development program in the nation, 4-H is 100+ years old.

4-H programs, conducted by Purdue Extension, operate in each of Indiana’s ninety two counties. The 4-H program provides opportunities for youth in grades K-2 (Mini 4-H) and for youth in grades 3-12.

4-H experiences provide hands on learning as guided by adult staff and volunteers through after school programs, 4-H camps, award trips and 4-H community clubs.

4-H is for youth from towns/cities as well as from rural communities.

For more information such as dates, projects, activities, etc. please see sections below

To join 4-H, go to the 4-H Online website on or after October 1, 2025 - Click Here or see below for directions and links.

Should you need assistance or have any questions, regarding the Daviess County 4-H Program, please call the office, 812-254-8668 and we will be happy to assist you.

Contact Us and Quick Links

Purdue Extension - Daviess County
Wes Richardson
4-H Youth Development Educator
richa276@purdue.edu
812-254-8668

Blue Ribbon Wranglers
- Cindy Barber
- Valerie Clarke
Classy Clovers
- Aaron Korff
- Cliff Armstrong
Country Cougars - meets in Odon
- Stacey Berry
- Josh Dove
- Jenny Dove-Farley
Hearts At Home
- Shannon Smith
- Chadd Smith
Jefferson
- Chris Jarrett
- Shawna Brinson
Jr. Leaders
- Sylvia & Roger Clinton
- Wes Richardson
Kidding Around
- Megan Nowling
- Jerry Lubbehusen
Shooting Sports
- Jody Schultheis
- April Sircy-Carrico
- JR Crew
- Jason Hedrick
- Gordon Keith
Spurs & Saddles
- Lancy Shaw
- Lauren Wininger
Sugarland Club
- Kendra Harner
UnderDogs
- Kensay Babrick
- Kristin Ferguson
Vikings - Meets in Montgomery
- Heather Madison
- Jessica (Jess) Barber

The Indiana 4-H Youth Development Program has a variety of involvement opportunities available. We rely heavily on adults who care about the development of youth across the state in order to deliver positive youth development experiences to our youth. All volunteers must pass a background check and participate in training provided by your County 4-H Educator.

TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER IN DAVIESS COUNTY Please call the office at 812-254-8668 X2222 and speak with Wes Richardson.

ADDITIONAL VOLUNTEER INFORMATION - CLICK HERE

Current Volunteers may re-enroll using this link - 4-H Online

October 1, 2025

4-H Enrollment Begins

Early enrollment maximizes all the experiences, trips, and opportunities that 4-H has to offer. Questions call 812-254-8668.

Enrollment is easy as 1, 2, 3

1. Enroll on or after October 1, 2025 on 4-H Online

2. Program Fees For Daviess County

Grades K - 2 - $5.00 per member for the year
Grades 3 - 12 - $20.00 per member for the year
Family maximum is $60 per family
Family assistance is available for those in need

3. Step By Step Directions found Here

2024-2025 4-H Board of Directors Listing

Barr-Reeve - Kelly Cummings and Chadd Smith

Bogard - Travis Yoder

Elmore - Joseph Hastings

Harrison - Sandra Rice

Madison & Van Buren - Eden Bault

Madison & Van Buren - Brandt Lawyer

Steele - Mike Nowling

Veale - Bob Murphy

Washington - Amy Bennett and Autumn Rhoads

At-Large - JJ Arney

Treasurer - Stacey Berry

Ext. Homemakers - Sylvia Clinton

Farm Bureau - Phil Flint

Extension Board Representative - TBD

Grounds Committee Representative - Chance Berry

At Large, Livestock Chairman - Josh Dove

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Schedule of Meetings

Meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7 PM, unless otherwise noted.

Meetings will be in the Food Court or the 4-H Exhibit Building pending number in attendance.

4-H Grounds

Address: 4H Way, Washington, IN 47501

Newsletters

August 2025 Newsletter

2025 Daviess County 4-H Fair Newsletter

June 2025 Newsletter

May 2025 Newsletter

April 2025 Newsletter

March - No Newsletter

February 2025 - Newsletter

December - Newsletter

November - Newsletter

October - No newsletter

State 4-H Projects

Animal Science
- Animal Education (Cat, Dog, Poultry, Rabbit, Alpaca/Llama posters)
- Beef
- Cat
- Dairy Cattle
- Dairy Goat
- Dog
- Horse
- Llama and Alpaca
- Poultry
- Pygmy Goat
- Rabbit Sheep
- Swine
- Vet Science
Communication & Expressive Arts
- Arts & Crafts
  - Arts & Crafts, General (Scrapbook)
  - Construction and Architectural Replicas (Construction Toys & Farm Scene)
  - Fine Arts
  - Model Craft
  - Needle Craft
- Cake Decorating
- Communications (Demonstrations, Informative 4-H Presentation, Professional Persuasive Presentation, Public Speaking) and Creative Writing
- Consumer Clothing
- Home Environment
- Performing Arts
- Photography
- Sewing & Fashion Revue
Engineering & Technological Science
- Aerospace
- Computer Science
- Electric
- Lawn and Garden Tractor Safety and Operator Skills
- Robotics
- Small Engine
- Tractor and Mower Safety and Operating Skills
- Woodworking
- Zero-Turn Mower Safety and Operator Skills
Healthy Living
- ATV Safety
- Bicycle
- Child Development
- Foods (Baked & Preserved)
- Health
- Shooting Sports
- Sportfishing
Leadership and Citizenship
- Genealogy
- Jr. Leaders
- Leadership
Plant & Environmental Science
- Beekeeping
- Entomology
- Floriculture
- Forestry
- Garden
- Geology
- Soil and Water Science
- Weather and Climate Science
- Wildlife

Click HERE for additional information on 4-H State Projects

County Specific 4-H Projects

Abe Lincoln
Alfalfa
Americana
Aquatic Science
Collections
Corn
Creative Wrap
Cupcake Decorating
Family Camping
Greeting Card
International
Melons
Reading
Recycling
Scarecrow
Soybeans
Sports
Sunflower
Welding
Wheat

Mini 4-H Projects

Mini Abraham Lincoln
Mini Bicycle
Mini Bugs
Mini Collections
Mini Crafts
Mini Electric
Mini Farm Animals (not live animals)
Mini Foods
Mini Forestry
Mini Garden
Mini My Pet & Me
Mini Models
Mini Photography
Mini Plants & Flowers
Mini Poultry
Mini Rabbits
Mini Reading
Mini Robotics
Mini Sewing
Mini Whale & Dolphins
Mini Wildlife Adventure
Mini Livestock (live animals)

Please see the Daviess County 4-H Handbook for exhibit guidelines

Manuals for County Specific Projects

Creative Wrap - No manual. See Handbook for Guidelines.

Crops

Cupcake Decorating - No manual. See Handbook for Guidelines

Family Camping - No manual. See Handbook for Guidelines.

Greeting Card - No manual. See Handbook for Guidelines.

International - See Handbook for Clarification of Guidelines.

Reading Manual

Recycling Beginning

Recycling - Intermediate & Advanced

Scarecrow - No manual. See Handbook for Guidelines.

Small Animals - See Handbook for Guidelines

Sports - No manual. See Handbook for Guidelines.

Sunflower - No manual. See Handbook for Guidelines.

Welding - Manual - 1st year welding members only. See Handbook for Guidelines.

** State 4-H Project Manuals can be found online at https://shop4-h.org **

Required Materials for Green Record Book for Grades 3-12

My Record of 4-H Achievement
Summary Record Sheet - For your Grade
Livestock Record Sheet - Required in Green Book if you show animals that require YQCA Training

Project Record & Skills Sheets for Grades 3-12

Mini Project Record Sheets

Mini 4-H Liability Livestock Form - Required (K-2) for ALL livestock projects

Project Supplies

Please see list below for current inventory - items are on a first come first serve basis and may be depleted through-out the year. *Manuals for projects will no longer be provided from the office; once the supply is depleted, you must order the manual through https://shop4-h.org/ . Thank you!

Entomology card packet - $5.50

Foam Board - $3.75

Insect pin vial - $3.75

Poster Sleeve - $1.25

Salon Sleeve (photo) $1.00

Shake light - $16.00 (3 available)

White poster board - .50

To order additional electric supplies visit EE in a box at - http://www.eeinabox.com/

Livestock Requirements

YQCA Classes are available online at https://yqcaprogram.org/
In-Person Quality Livestock Care Training is available throughout the year with the the 4-H Youth Development Educator.
Mini 4-H Liability Release Form 2025 - Required by all mini 4-H'ers showing live animals
BOAH Premise ID - Required for all livestock

Animal Identification Information page - you will find 4-H ID Requirements, Directions for entering animals in 4-H Online, vaccination forms and other helpful information

ON THE STATE SITE (CLICK HERE): Then choose species desired

Poultry Bleeds - Required to show at the Daviess County Fair

1. Call the Extension Office test see if local tester is available - 812-254-8668

2 Call SIPAC to have the testing done. However, the cost is $30 plus $1 per bird and you need to call before arriving to make sure someone is available. Normal hours are 8 AM - 5 PM (Mon - Fri). Prices may be updated for the 2025 - 2026 4-H Program Year.

Extra Resources

BOAH - Home Page Link

Southern Indiana Purdue Agricultural Center (SIPAC)
11367 East Purdue Farm Road
Dubois, IN 47527
Phone: 812-678-3411

2025 Daviess County 4-H Handbook

In this handbook you will find information for Daviess County Clubs, County Specific Project information, educator contacts, guidelines, and more. Please check the handbook for any 4-H related inquiries.

2025 Daviess County 4-H Handbook

2025 Daviess County 4-H Fair

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2025 Daviess County 4-H Fair

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