4-H Auction Information
The auction will be held at Steuben County Park on Crooked Lake. We welcome all community members to attend and support our 4-H youth. If you are unable to join us in person, you may still participate by submitting an add-on sheet to support individual exhibitors.
Contact Us
Steuben County Extension
(260) 668-1000 x1400
Auction Format: Premium Auction Only
This year’s auction will follow a Premium Auction Only format:
- All animals shown in the auction ring will return home with the 4-H exhibitor
- There will be no “Keep by Buyer” option
- There will be no consignment (market truck) option
- Buyers interested in purchasing animals should coordinate directly with a 4-H family outside of the auction
Exhibitor Participation
- Each exhibitor will enter the auction ring one time only
- Buyers will have one opportunity to support each 4-H member
Additional Ways to Support
- Buyers may contribute through “Add-Ons” to support any 4-H member’s project
Champion Recognition
- Buyers of Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion animals will have their photos taken in the sale ring immediately following the sale
Payment Information
- Cash or check accepted on-site
- Invoices available and can be mailed after the auction
- Credit cards and online payments are not accepted