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 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, 2023 - 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
812-254-8668
Important Daviess County 4-H Messages
Daviess County 4-H Show Schedule
2022-2023 4-H Handbook
Indiana State Fair Dates
July 28, 2023 - August 20, 2023
4-H Announcements
4-H T-Shirts
Information coming soon - watch for your 4-H Newsletter mid-March
4-H New Project
Family Camping - check the handbook (County Only) for project guidelines
4-H Manuals & Paperwork
Items needed may be requested via 4-H Online or you may stop by the office. When requesting via 4-H Online, please allow 48 hours for orders to be assembled. Thank you!
Click here for event directions
POULTRY AND RABBIT - Manuals are NOT Required this year. Please include a livestock record sheet in your Green Record Book.
BOAH - Premises Registration - MUST Have Premises ID for tagging - REQUIRED
Newsletter Sections for 2023
** Forms are at the bottom of this page
PLEASE CHECK GUIDELINES BEFORE STARTING PROJECTS
Daviess County 2022-2023 4-H Handbook for exhibit guidelines
Questions call the office at 812-254-8668 or
Email Lisa at lpetty@purdue.edu
Project Manuals & Forms - to pickup items at the office
Link to State 4-H Projects Only - Click Here
Links for County Only Projects
Make sure to refer to the County 4-H Handbook for Exhibit Guidelines for County Only Projects.
Creative Wrap - - No manual. See Handbook for Guidelines.
Cupcake Decorating - - No manual. See Handbook for Guidelines
Family Camping - NEW PROJECT
Greeting Card - - No manual. See Handbook for Guidelines.
International - - No manual. See Handbook for Guidelines.
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 mebers only. See Handbook for Guidelines.
Daviess County - Mini Manuals
Please see the Daviess County 4-H Handbook for exhibit guidelines
Mini Livestock - see handbook for guidelines & important information (link above)
Mini liability livestock form - required (k-2) for ALL livestock projects.
FORMS & RECORD Sheets for Grades 3 - 12
Required for Green Record Book
- My Record of Achievement
- Summary Record Sheet - For your Grade
- Livestock Record Sheet - Required in Green Book if you show animals that require YQCA Training.
Project Record Sheets
Crops: Alfalfa, Corn, Soybeans & Wheat - (ONLY 1 copy attached to your project)
Consumer Clothing - (required only in your notebook)
Recycling - (required only in your notebook) - see project leaflet above for forms
Craft Cards, Food Recipe Cards are available on State Project page
Check back soon for updated 2022-2023 information
- 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 Clinton
- Roger Clinton
- Kidding Around
- Megan Nowling
- Jerry Lubbehusen
- Angie Clinton
- Shooting Sports
- Jody Schultheis
- JR Crew
- Jason Hedrick
- April Sircy-Carrico
- Spurs & Saddles
- Megan Cornelius
- Lesly Spillman
- Sugarland Club
- Kendra Harner
- Roy Ice
- Swine Time
- Michaela Chambers
- Laura Chambers
- UnderDogs
- Kensay Babrick
- Vikings - Meets in Montgomery
- Heather Madison
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
Additional Volunteer information - Click Here
Begining October 1, 2023 - Returning 4-H Volunteers may re-enroll here - 4-H Online
NEW - Poultry and Rabbit - Manuals are no longer required only a livestock recored sheet
ANIMAL ID TAGGING REQUIREMENTS
MINI Liability Release form - click here for the printable PDF form. This form is requirement by all mini 4-H'ers showing live animals.
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 - 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 2022 - 2023 4-H Program Year.
Southern Indiana Purdue Agricultural Center (SIPAC)
11367 East Purdue Farm Road
Dubois, IN 47527
Phone: 812-678-3411
YQCA CLASSES are only available on line at
Click here for link
IN State Board of Animal Health (BOAH) - You may also sign up for MESSAGE alerts here
BOAH - Premises Registration - MUST Have Premises ID for tagging - REQUIRED
Indiana State Fair Dates for 2023 - July 28, 2023 - August 20, 2023
4-H Enrollment Begins
Early enrollment maximizes all the experiences, trips, and opportunities that 4-H has to offer. Questions call 812-254-8668.
Enrolllment is easy as 1, 2, 3
- 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
- Families assistance is available for those in need
3. Step By Step Directions
New Member - Click here for a printable PDF file
Returning Member - Click here for a printable PDF file
2021-2022 4-H Board of Directors Listing
Barr-Reeve - Kelly Cummings and Clint Fuhs
Bogard - Chance Berry - Chairman
Elmore - Jerry Lubbehusen
Harrison - Scott Armes - Co-Chairman
Madison & Van Buren - Kelly Ferguson and Vacant position
Steele - Mike Nowling
Veale - Paul Flint
Washington - Tara Brower and Jon Casper
At-Large - Kevin Frette and JJ Arney
Treasurer - Eric Lane
Ext. Homemakers - Sylvia Clinton
Farm Bureau - Phil Flint
Extension Board Representative - TBD
Grounds Committee Representative - Jon Casper
Livestock Representative - Josh Dove
- February 21, 2023
Minutes
August 2021 - Click here for minutes
September 2021 - no meeting
October 2021 - Click here for minutes
November 2021 - Click here for Livestock Meeting Minutes
December 2021 - Click here for Directors minutes
January 2022 - Click here for Directors minutes
February 2022 - Click here for Directors minutes
March 2022 - Click here for the Directors minutes
April 2022 - Click here for the Directors minutes
May 2022 - Click here for the Directors minutes
June 2022 - Click here for the Directors minutes
July 2022 - Click here for the Directors minutes
July 2022 - Click here for the 4-H Show Review minutes
August 2022 - Click here for the Directors minutes
September 2022 - Click here for the Directors minutes
October 2022 - No minutes
November 2022 - Click here for the Directors minutes
December 2022 - Click here for the Directors minutes
January 2023 - Click here for the Directors minutes
February 2023 - Click here for the Directors minutes