Tippecanoe County 4-H

Calling ALL YOUTH interested in agriculture, science, and hands-on learning!

Join Purdue Extension for the 2026 Crop & Soil Science Workshop on June 16 from 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. at the Purdue University Crop Diagnostic Training & Research Center in West Lafayette. Lunch is provided!

Youth in grades 3–12 will explore interactive activities like:
🌽 Corn & soybean growth stages
🪱 Soil pits and soil health demonstrations
🚁 High-tech agriculture with sensors & drones
🐞 Scouting insects in forage fields
🌾 Grain storage safety
🧪 Understanding pesticide labels & protective equipment
🔍 Agronomic scavenger hunt
🌱 Proper soil sampling and fertilizer recommendations

4-H membership is NOT required — all youth are welcome!
📅 Register by June 9, 2026 👇https://20264hcropsoilsciencedayatdtc.4honline.com/...

📍 Purdue University Agronomy Center for Research & Education
4530 US-52, West Lafayette, IN

Welcome BACK Lane Shepard to the summer intern team! 🖤💛

"Hey 4-H family and friends! My name is Lane Shepard, and I am very excited to be returning as a 4-H intern this year! I will be a senior at Huntington University this fall, where I am majoring in Business Marketing and Management. I enjoy working with different social media platforms and marketing, as well as connecting with youth through our 4-H programs. I am really looking forward to being back and getting the chance to connect with a lot of new people. A few fun facts about me are that I am absolutely obsessed with miniature dachshunds, I can never turn down a good cup of coffee, and I love learning new things! If you see me around, come say hello! I am looking forward to a great summer and cannot wait to see everyone at the fair!"

Join Purdue Extension for the Big Pine Creek Field Day: Reducing Inputs in a Variable Market!

Learn from industry experts and explore the latest in agriculture technology, conservation, and crop management strategies during this hands-on field day event.

📅 Wednesday, June 3, 2026
🕘 9:00 a.m.–Noon EDT
🍽 Lunch provided following the program
📍 Albertson Truck Wash
755 W SR 18, Fowler, IN 47944

Featured topics and speakers include:
🌾 Navigating the new Endangered Species Rules
🚁 Drone technology in agriculture
🐄 Grower opportunities with Benton Dairy
📡 Ag technology innovations
🌱 Soil health and watershed research projects

Plus, visit additional displays from NRCS, Keystone Cooperative, Pence Group, and more!

RSVP by the end of the day on May 28 👇
https://www.ccsin.org/event-details/big-pine-creek-field-day-reducing-inputs-in-a-variable-market

Welcome Makenzee Smith to the summer intern team! 🖤💛

"Hi everyone! My name is Makenzee Smith, and I am entering my senior year at Purdue University, where I study Animal Sciences with a concentration in Animal Production and Industry. I am passionate about animal agriculture, youth development, and educating others about food production. In my free time, I enjoy reading, spending time outdoors, and spending quality time with friends and family. I am excited for this internship because it will allow me to gain valuable hands-on experience working with youth and communities while continuing to grow personally and professionally."

🍑🍑🍑 Who loves peaches?! 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️

4-H is partnering with The Peach Truck, famous for delivering orchard-fresh Southern peaches every summer. Every box sold helps support 4-H programs: $10 from each box purchased will be donated to 4-H! If you love peaches (or peach cobbler!), this is a delicious way to support 4-H! Get your order in by May 31 at 4hpeaches.com

Our office will be closed Monday, May 25th.
We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th at 8:00 a.m.
Thank you for your understanding. 🖤💛

🌙🔦 Discover the hidden world of insects after dark!

Join Purdue Entomology and local partners for Insects in a New Light — a FREE evening program exploring nocturnal insects through black lighting technology.

Participants will learn about:
🔍 Insect diversity
💡 How black lighting works
📱 Using iNaturalist to contribute to community science

Then, head outside to experience black lighting stations and see what insects appear after sunset!

This is a fun opportunity for youth, families, Master Gardeners, Master Naturalists, and anyone curious about the natural world.

📍 Multiple locations available in and around our area
🗓 View dates, times, and details here: https://ag.purdue.edu/department/entm/outreach/events.html

🖤💛

📣ATTENTION 4-H FAMILIES
If you plan to exhibit Beef, Goats, Poultry, Rabbits, Sheep, or Swine at county or state fair, you must complete the Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care Program or the online YQCA course.

✅ Indiana 4-H QLC
• Register at 2026QLC.4honline.com or through the Events tab in your 4-H Online account
• Cost: $3 (cash/check at the door)

✅ Online YQCA Option
• Cost: $12
• Required for some national shows

No certificate = No participation in county or state fair livestock shows.
Register early and make sure you’re ready for fair season! 🍀

⚾🍀 Join us for 4-H Night with the Lafayette Aviators! 🍀⚾

Come out and support our amazing 4-H youth as they take the field and throw out the FIRST PITCH at 7:00 p.m.!

Bring your family, wear your 4-H green, and enjoy a fun night of baseball, community, and 4-H spirit at Loeb Stadium!

📅 Tuesday, June 16
📍 Loeb Stadium: 2250 Wallace Ave, Lafayette, IN 47904
🕖 First Pitch: 7:00 p.m.

Click the link to purchase tickets: https://lafayette-aviators-ehom.vivenushop.com/event/johnstown-millrats-at-lafayette-aviators-75ybsr

🏈🌱 Calling all young athletes and ag explorers! 🌱🏈

Join us for the Indiana 4-H Ag to Athletics Camp and discover how agriculture connects to the world of athletics!

📅 July 29, 2026
📍 William H. Daniel Turfgrass Research Center
🍀Open to 4-H members in grades 3–6 from Benton, Fountain, Tippecanoe, and Warren counties
⏰ Drop off: 8:30–9:00 a.m.
⏰ Pick up: 3:30–4:00 p.m.
🍎 Lunch and snacks provided!
Registration is required through 4-H Online before camp day. https://in.4honline.com/ #/user/sign-in

Don’t miss this fun opportunity to learn how agriculture plays a major role in athletics! Questions? Contact Will Walls at [email protected] or 765-474-0793.