Hamilton County 4-H Workshops
Below is list of county workshops by project. Keep checking back as more are scheduled.
Resources:
- List of project supplies for sale at the Extension Office
SCHOLARSHIP WORKSHOP ALL 4-H HIGH SCHOOL SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS AND SENIORS (PARENTS ALSO WELCOME)
Scholarship information packets will be available soon in the Extension office.
Please join us on Wednesday, December 7 at 6:00 p.m. in the Extension Office Conference Room on the 4-H Fairgrounds for a 4-H Scholarship Workshop. This is your chance to learn how you can apply for the 2023 national 4-H trips and receive 4-H scholarship funds for college. The workshop will be led by 4-H Volunteer Cathi Wahnsiedler. Scholarship information and applications are available here. Packets also are available at the Purdue Extension Office. It is helpful to have this packet or review the applications online before the workshop for reference.
If you are unable to attend this workshop and you have questions regarding scholarships and awards, please contact Cathi Wahnsiedler at cathiwahn@aol.com or 317-440-8542.
4-H’ers will learn to properly build a rocket from a kit and ideas for making a show rocket. Sample rocket building materials and rockets will be available for viewing. Workshop will be most beneficial for first and second year members. Any questions about the workshop or project, contact project leader, Elvina and Darryl Beals at 317-773-8260 or Darryl's cell at 317-606-0012.
4-H’ers will learn to properly build a rocket from a kit and ideas for making a show rocket. Sample rocket building materials and rockets will be available for viewing. Workshop will be most beneficial for first and second year members but advanced members are welcome to attend with questions. Any questions about the workshop or project, contact project leader, Elvina and Darryl Beals at 317-773-8260 or Darryl's cell at 317-606-0012.
Leathercraft
May 6
9:00 am - Noon
Annex
Friends Forever 4-H Club will be hosting a leather craft workshop for grades 7th-12th ONLY. The Leather Guilders will NOT be bringing all of their supplies or helpers. This is an additional workshop to help the older kids finish their bigger projects.
Please RSVP by April 6, 2023 to jennyrumple@gmail.com with the following information.
Project type:
Carving tools-
Punches or stamps needed-
Stencils-
Will you be lacing and needing to purchase lacing from them?
If there are any additional tools or supplies you think you will need please include that in the email.
If you would like to email pictures to me of anything needed, that would be great. This will help so much to have an additional time to work on those bigger projects and ensure we have what you all are needing.
Contact Jenny Rumple at 317-670-4202 or jennyrumple@gmail.com with any questions.
YQCA
Completion required to show animals at the state or county fair
Take online at
https://yqcaprogram.org/
cost: $12
(Use your age on Jan. 1)
In person workshops; preregister at
https://yqcaprogram.org/
cost: $3
May 13
10:30 a.m. - Noon
Dining Room/Kitchen
This workshop is a great opportunity to learn the expectations of the project, safety, helpful pointers of grilling and what the judges look for at the fair. We will provide hamburgers for the kids to grill during the workshop and learn with the help of the project leaders. Parents are welcome to join. Everything is provided, please just bring pen and paper to make any needed notes. For more information about the project or workshop, contact Krissi Purpura, 765-602-0736 or krissipurpura@gmail.com.
4-H'ers are asked to bring their bikes to all workshops except the introductory one on May 25. Meet on east side of the swine barn at the fairgrounds in Noblesville. 4-H'ers will learn bicycle safety and riding techniques. Come and join in the fun of games and a bicycle rodeo.
YQCA
Completion required to show animals at the state or county fair
Take online at
https://yqcaprogram.org/
cost: $12
(Use your age on Jan. 1)
In person workshops; preregister at
cost: $3
For questions about the project or the workshops, contact project leader, Tonya Cassell at 317-385-6019. (call or text)
All workshops 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. in Annex (unless noted)
Feb. 27
March 16
April 10 - Dining Room
May 4
June 5, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
June 17, 9 - 11 a.m.
July 10, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
*All workshops are hands on workshops. 4-H’er must bring all their own decorating materials. Go to website for information letter, frosting recipe and decorating tips.
For questions about the project or the workshops, contact project leader, Tonya Cassell at 317-385-6019. (call or text)
6:30-8:30 p.m. in Winks unless noted
Returning dancers only
Jan. 24, 31
Feb. 7, 14, 21-Hall B, 28 - Dining Room
Beginners & Minis start
March 7, 14, 21, 28
April 11, 18, 25
May 9, 16, 23, 30-Hall A
June 6, 13, 20, 27
July 11
For more information about the project or the workshop, contact project leader, Phillip Anderson, 317-294-2775 or ruralphil@gmail.com
YQCA
Completion required to show animals at the state or county fair
Take online at
https://yqcaprogram.org/
cost: $12
(Use your age on Jan. 1)
In person workshops; preregister at
cost: $3
YQCA
Completion required to show animals at the state or county fair
Take online at
https://yqcaprogram.org/
cost: $12
(Use your age on Jan. 1)
In person workshops; preregister at
cost: $3
Annex
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
May 13
Electric letter with lots of valuable information
So many great resources on the Indiana 4-H page
Check it out
https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/projects/4-h-project-electric.html
For more information at the workshops or the 4-H Entomology project, please contact Project Leader Nicole Hendrickson at 765-810-4768 or nikkihendrick12@yahoo.com
Horse Arena, 6:30 p.m.
May 22
June 5, 12, 19, 26
All workshops 4 - 6 pm, Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, Llama Barn (*unless otherwise noted)
March 5, 12, 19, 26
YQCA
Completion required to show animals at the state or county fair
Take online at
https://yqcaprogram.org/
cost: $12
(Use your age on Jan. 1)
In person workshops; preregister at
cost: $3
Please contact Evelyn Burton at evelyn.s.burton@gmail.com with any questions.
6:30-8:30 p.m. in Winks unless noted
Beginners & Minis start
March 7, 14, 21, 28
April 11, 18, 25
May 9, 16, 23, 30-Hall A
June 6, 13, 20, 27
July 11
All workshops 6:30-7:30 p.m.
April 11
May 16
June 6
July 11
All workshops are at 27745 Webster Pit Road, Atlanta, IN. For questions, contact project leader, Heather Lawson at 317-450-9472 or heather@arcadiachristian.com.
First 2 llama workshops are in the Llama Barn, 6:30-7:30pm
March 13
April 10
Last 2 workshops are held 6:30-7:30pm at the Leader’s llama farm at 4923 E 161st, Noblesville
May 15
June 12
For questions about the project or workshops, contact Project Leader, Kelly Michaels at 4h@kellynicolecreative.com or 317-508-9993.
May 13
9:30 a.m. -11 a.m.
Winks
The workshop will include some practice presentations to prepare 4-H’ers for judging at the fair. 4-H’ers are encouraged to bring their pets. (This is optional.) Please bring your Pocket Pets project manual for assistance with activities and questions. Workshop will be from 9:30 am -11 am. If you have questions about the pocket pet project, feel free to contact the Project Leader, Kay Dugger at (317) 696-4473 (send text first) or kdugger@comcast.net
Blood Testing Dates: TBD
YQCA
Completion required to show animals at the state or county fair
Take online at
https://yqcaprogram.org/
cost: $12
(Use your age on Jan. 1)
In person workshops; preregister at
cost: $3
For more information, please contact Pygmy Goat Project Leader, Brittany Swackhamer at 765-412-1781 or bsswackhamer@gmail.com
All Harey Hopper meetings/workshops begin at 7:00 pm
Jan. 24 - Annex
Feb. 28 - Annex
March 28 - Hall C
April 25 - Annex
May 9 - Annex (tattoo)
May 23 - Annex
June 27 - Annex (6-9 pm Record Night)
Aug 22 - Hall C
2024 Meetings
Jan 23 - Hall C
YQCA
Completion required to show animals at the state or county fair
Take online at
https://yqcaprogram.org/
cost: $12
(Use your age on Jan. 1)
In person workshops; preregister at
cost: $3
Important Resources:
Please check out our facebook group for more information and past videos…
Hamilton County 4-h Scrapbooking https://www.facebook.com/groups/279598016522415
4-H Handbook—There are many updates for all project this year including the scrapbook project. Our information can be found on pages 94-96 of the handbook.
https://extension.purdue.edu/county/hamilton/4H/Projects-Hamilton-County-4H/Scrapbook.html
Recommended adhesives:
Craft stores such as Joanns, Michaels, Hobby Lobby, Amazon, independent scrapbook stores sell a variety of adhesives. I will have a few at the workshops for purchase if you need them. We recommend using acid free and ligin free adhesives and products because they will last longer and preserve your project for safe keeping.
Contact project leader, Angela at agaffordasmus@gmail.com or text 317-617-0310 to RSVP, ask questions and get more information on FB: Hamilton County 4-H Scrapbook https://www.facebook.com/groups/279598016522415
May 3
7:00 - 8:30 pm
Hall A
This is a general information workshop for wearable and non-wearable sewing projects and participation in Fashion Revue!
Activities and information available at the workshop include:
-Survey for interest in summer small group sewing workshops—dates and times etc.
-Project examples
-help with pattern selection and choosing sizes of patterns
-sewing construction resources
4-H'ers may bring any sewing projects and questions to the workshop for individual help!
Fashion Revue
You are sewing a garment (or a few) that you are proud of...now what?! Learn how to pull together your garments into a flattering outfit, hear some helpful hints for judging night, and practice your modeling skills that will show off your hard work! 4-H’ers will have the opportunity to receive individual help, so bring any questions you have.
YQCA
Completion required to show animals at the state or county fair
Take online at
https://yqcaprogram.org/ cost: $12
(Use your age on Jan. 1)
In person workshops; preregister at
https://yqcaprogram.org/
cost: $3
- Hunter Education
- Archery
- Muzzle Loading
- Pistol
- Rifle
- Shotgun
March 21, 6-8 p.m. Hall C
4-H’ers and their parents are encouraged to attend. 4-H’ers should bring their Swine Project manuals. The first portion of the meeting will be a guest speaker and group discussion. The second portion will provide 4-H’ers an opportunity to complete an activity from the project manual. This will count toward their activities for 2023.
For more information about the 4-H swine project and this event, contact 4-H Swine Superintendent, John Higginbotham at 317.501.4362 or higginbotham93@gmail.com.
YQCA
Completion required to show animals at the state or county fair
Take online at
https://yqcaprogram.org/
cost: $12
(Use your age on Jan. 1)
In person workshops; preregister at
https://yqcaprogram.org/
cost: $3
March 8, 7 pm Llama Barn
March 15, 6 pm, Bane Welker, PendletonMarch 18, 10:00 am
Annex
"This workshop will be to discuss the new and changed project requirements in the 4-H handbook. We will also discuss tips to get into vet school and ideas of how to get involved with veterinary medicine and animals now. We will finish our workshop with a game of Veterinary Jeopardy."
For questions about the workshop or the vet science project, contact project leader Kyle Schmidt at kylesarahschmidt@gmail.com or 317.645.6275.