Strafford County 4-H

07/17/2026

Summerfest is officially underway!

Last night kicked off an incredible weekend with the annual Fire vs. Police Softball Game followed by a spectacular fireworks show!

Now we're ready for the rest of an exciting weekend at Stratham Hill Park! Be sure to stop by the 4-H barns on Saturday to check out exhibits, watch the animal shows, enjoy hands-on activities, and learn more about all that 4-H has to offer.

We'll see you at Summerfest!

07/06/2026

Today is the last day to register for building and animal exhibits for the 2026 Stratham Summerfest!

We can't wait to celebrate America's 250th Birthday and another amazing Summerfest with all of you! 🇺🇸🍀
https://extension.unh.edu/event/2026/07/stratham-4-h-summerfest

06/30/2026

Do you make jewelry, artwork, woodworking projects, sewn items, candles, baked goods, or other handmade creations? Then it's time to showcase your talents at the NH 4-H Summerfest Maker's Market!

Reserve your own table and share your creativity with the community while gaining valuable real-world experience in:
🍀Running a small business
🍀Pricing and selling your products
🍀Talking with customers
🍀Building confidence and entrepreneurial skills

Register Here: https://unh.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2ggGmbU6UgMKEHc

06/28/2026

Show off your green thumb at the Summerfest Potted Plant Competition! Whether you've grown flowers, herbs, succulents, vegetables, or a creative container garden, we'd love to see what you've been growing.

USA 250 Challenge: Add some red, white, and blue to your potted plant entry! This can be done by using flowers, flags, or decorations!

Register for the potted plant competition here:
https://unh.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0DRDvEEfRjAFn3U

06/27/2026

We are celebrating USA 250 with the Stratham Summerfest King Arthur Baking Contests!

Youth King Arthur Recipe: Classic Birthday Cupcakes
https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/recipes/classic-birthday-cupcakes-recipe
Decorate your cupcake with the frosting of your choice. Add decorations to commemorate the 250th birthday of America!

Adult King Arthur Recipe: Red, White, and Blue Blondies
https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/recipes/red-white-and-blue-blondies-recipe

Register for the contests by July 3rd here: https://unh.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0DRDvEEfRjAFn3U

Tender golden cupcakes topped with rich chocolate buttercream icing; perfect for birthday celebrations.

06/19/2026

Registration for Stratham Summerfest is now open! https://ez-fair.com/fair-events/336/register

06/10/2026

Let the Thirsty Moose take care of dinner on June 18th and support the Wildside Explorers 4-H Club at the same time!

05/15/2026

The two-day/overnight Experience is Full
The one-day Explorer Experience is still open.

🚨 TOMORROW IS THE LAST DAY 🚨

After tomorrow… registration is CLOSED.

Don’t miss:
🌊 2 days in Meredith by the lake
🚤 A boat experience you’ll actually remember
👯 Meeting new people from across NH
🔥 Exploring what’s next for your future

Plus—participants may be eligible for a $500 UNH scholarship 👀

This is one of those things you either go to… or wish you did.

📅 June 22–23
⏳ Registration closes TOMORROW

Last chance, sign up now:
https://extension.unh.edu/event/2026/06/discover-your-future-grit-grow-summit-teen-experience