Chickasaw County 4-H

08/14/2026

📣 We're hiring! Chickasaw County Extension is looking for a County Youth Coordinator to lead our 4-H program!
Passionate about helping kids grow into confident leaders and communicators? This role plans and delivers hands-on 4-H clubs, camps, and community programs across Chickasaw County — with hours in the office and out in the community (some evenings/weekends required).
📍 Chickasaw County Extension Office, 115 N. Broadway Avenue, New Hampton, IA 50659
📅 Please send letter of interest, resume and ISU Application to office or email to [email protected], 563-380-9131
Chickasaw County Extension District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/jobs/chickasaw-county-youth-coordinator

07/29/2026

‼️ATTENTIONChickasaw 4-H members!‼️
Check out this great oportunity that you are invited to attend!

🍀 Calling all 4-H sewing enthusiasts! 🧵

Join Lorelai Kuecker for a fun and inspiring virtual workshop on Wednesday, September 23rd, from 5:45–7:15 PM at Red Roxy Quilt Co. in Decorah!

At just 17 years old, Lorelai has a passion for encouraging and supporting others. She'll showcase her unique collection of constructed pieces, share the stories behind some of her favorite creations, and answer your questions during this interactive session.

🎟️ Registration: $10 per participant
👕 Open to 4th–12th grade 4-H members
🎁 Plus, participants will have a chance to win door prizes from Red Roxy Quilt Co.!

📅 Register by September 16th at 4:30 PM by calling the Winneshiek County Extension Office at 563-382-2949.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow sewing enthusiasts, gain inspiration, and explore a one-of-a-kind collection! 🪡💚

07/29/2026

‼️Mark your calendars!‼️

🍀The 2027 Fair Dates are set. We hope to see you back out at the fairgrounds on July 6-12 2027!🍀

07/26/2026

Update on the Family Fun Night Pool Party!
It has been cancelled for today. Please be on the lookout for a future date!

07/14/2026

We still have room for more campers!
We will be offering one more camp on July 21st.
Whirling Wonderful Weather invites youth to explore the fascinating science behind everyday weather. Through hands-on, interactive activities, participants will investigate wind, clouds, temperatures, and storms while learning how and why weather changes. This engaging program builds curiosity, encourages observation, and helps youth better understand the forces shaping the world around them. https://www.extension.iastate.edu/chickasaw/summer-day-camps-registration-open

07/12/2026

Come out to the Chickasaw County Dairy Show!!

📅 Day: Sunday, July 12, 2026
🕒 Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Big 4 Fairgrounds

We extend our sincere thanks to our amazing Banner Sponsors for their generous support and contributions. Your partnership helps make this show possible, and we truly appreciate your commitment to our exhibitors, youth, and community. Thank you for helping us create a memorable and successful event!

07/11/2026

Come out and see the Chickasaw County Dairy Show!!

Get ready for a moo-velous and goat-tastic event at the Dairy Cattle & Dairy Goat Show! Watch dedicated young exhibitors proudly showcase their dairy animals while demonstrating the hard work, responsibility, and daily care that goes into raising them. From graceful dairy cows to playful dairy goats, each class highlights the strong bond between exhibitors and their animals. Come cheer them on, learn about the dairy industry, and enjoy a day that's sure to be udderly entertaining. Don't miss this dairy delight—it's going to be legen-dairy!

07/11/2026

Come out to the Chickasaw County Rabbit Show!!

📅 Day: Saturday, July 11, 2026
🕒 Time: 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Big 4 Fairgrounds

We extend our sincere thanks to our amazing Banner Sponsors for their generous support and contributions. Your partnership helps make this show possible, and we truly appreciate your commitment to our exhibitors, youth, and community. Thank you for helping us create a memorable and successful event!

07/11/2026

Come out to the Chickasaw County Swine Show!!

📅 Day: Saturday, July 11, 2026
🕒 Time: 8:00 AM
📍 Location: Big 4 Fairgrounds

We extend our sincere thanks to our amazing Banner Sponsors for their generous support and contributions. Your partnership helps make this show possible, and we truly appreciate your commitment to our exhibitors, youth, and community. Thank you for helping us create a memorable and successful event!

07/11/2026

While we wait for the weather to cooperate, here's a little entertainment for all our horse enthusiasts! 🐴🌧️

To help pass the time, enjoy this fun video of our 4-H kids and our Regional Director taking on the pole bending challenge. The games have been postponed to Sunday, July 12, at 8:30 a.m. We hope it brings a smile to your face, and we can't wait to see everyone back in the arena then. Enjoy!