Owen County 4-H

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🍀September 2026 4-H Youth Development Newsletter 📬Check out the latest newsletter for important information on enrollmen...
09/01/2026

🍀September 2026 4-H Youth Development Newsletter 📬

Check out the latest newsletter for important information on enrollment, highlights from the Kentucky State Fair, upcoming programs and club meetings!

The newsletter is available to view and download on the new Owen County Extension website.

https://extension.mgcafe.uky.edu/sites/extension.mgcafe.uky.edu/files/2026-09/September-4-H-Newsletter-2026.pdf

Be sure to check it out and stay connected with all things Owen County 4-H by viewing the new events page https://events.mgcafe.uky.edu/events?type=extension_event

Kentucky 4-H enrollment is going digital! 💻🍀Starting September 1, families will use 4-H Online to enroll youth members a...
09/01/2026

Kentucky 4-H enrollment is going digital! 💻🍀

Starting September 1, families will use 4-H Online to enroll youth members and register for county and state 4-H opportunities.

Getting started is easy:

1️⃣ Manage the whole family from one account
3️⃣ Explore local and statewide opportunities
4️⃣ Register for clubs, camps, events, and more

Ready to get started?

🔗 Enroll on 4-H Online: https://4-h.mgcafe.uky.edu/4honline
New families will select sign up and follow the prompts to make an account.

Returning families will select sign-in using the email you provided your county office in the past and select reset password to access your account. If you are unsure of this email contact your local extension office.

So long, sweet summer! Say goodbye to the dog days, and hello to fun 4-H Activities at our GET THE SCOOP event!Bring the...
08/26/2026

So long, sweet summer! Say goodbye to the dog days, and hello to fun 4-H Activities at our GET THE SCOOP event!

Bring the whole family and find out all that 4-H has to offer on either September 3rd or September 29th from 5-8PM. You can get a free scoop of ice cream, get registered in 4-H Online with help from extension staff, and if you visit each station and get your "passport" stamped, you could win a free 4-H Camp Registration for 2027 or registration to a 4-H event for the 2026-2027 program year!

An Equal Opportunity Organization

A huge CONGRATULATIONS to these two COUNTRY HAM PODIUM FINISHERS!!Austin Bourne got 2nd place ham in the 2013 division. ...
08/20/2026

A huge CONGRATULATIONS to these two COUNTRY HAM PODIUM FINISHERS!!

Austin Bourne got 2nd place ham in the 2013 division.
Ryan Preston got 3rd place ham in the 2010 division.

They each beat out over 100 others in their respective divisions to place in the top 3! Congratulations!!

Our 3 Country Ham youth gave their speeches this morning at the Kentucky State Fair! I am so proud of Ryan, Charleigh, a...
08/20/2026

Our 3 Country Ham youth gave their speeches this morning at the Kentucky State Fair! I am so proud of Ryan, Charleigh, and Austin! They are competing against ~1100 youth from across the state! 🍀🍀

If you’re coming to the State Fair, be sure to complete the State Fair Student Challenge!!
08/19/2026

If you’re coming to the State Fair, be sure to complete the State Fair Student Challenge!!

‼️ATTENTION TEACHERS, 4-H AGENTS &STUDENTS‼️

Are you planning to attend the KY State Fair? Engage with KY Agriculture by completing our State Fair Student Challenge!

Those who complete the challenge will be entered to win:
🎁 One of MULTIPLE $50 gift cards
🎁 PLUS a $50 donation to their club or classroom!

Students can pick up AND drop off their completed challenge at the Kentucky Department of Agriculture booth!

Kentucky Soybean
Kentucky FFA Association
Kentucky 4-H
Kentucky Poultry Federation
Kentucky Pork Producers Association
Kentucky Beef Council
Kentucky Corn and Small Grains
Kentucky Farm Bureau
The Dairy Alliance
Kentucky Livestock Coalition
kentuckyhorsecouncil

08/19/2026
Cloverville is ready for you! Here’s a look at artwork from our very own Nora Miller representing Owen County on the Ag ...
08/18/2026

Cloverville is ready for you! Here’s a look at artwork from our very own Nora Miller representing Owen County on the Ag is Everywhere tapestry! Come and see it and all of our wonderful Owen County exhibits for yourself starting on THURSDAY!

If you have been contacted and haven’t picked up your state fair tickets, they are ready at our office!

We hope to see you all tonight!!
08/11/2026

We hope to see you all tonight!!

Want to MASTER gardening? Become a Level 1 Junior Master Gardener!

This program, designed for grades 3 - 5, introduces young gardeners to the art and science of gardening, and helps them develop leadership and like skills to be come good citizens within their communities, schools, and families.

Come to our informational night on Tuesday, August 11th, 2026 at 6PM, held at the Owen County Extension Office. We will discuss what goes in to becoming a Junior Master Gardener, the plans for the course, and answer any questions you may have! We can't wait to see you there!

Outside of grades 3-5, and interested in being a Junior Master Gardener? Let us know! With enough interest we will begin offering higher levels of the JMG Curriculum. 🍀

HAPPY NEW (4-H) YEAR! 🎉🎊🍀The 4-H program year starts September 1st, 2026! That means it's almost time to enroll! Everyon...
08/10/2026

HAPPY NEW (4-H) YEAR! 🎉🎊🍀

The 4-H program year starts September 1st, 2026! That means it's almost time to enroll! Everyone, even if you filled out an enrollment form in the past year, will need to register their child in 4-H Online starting September 1st, 2026. Use the link below (and in the comments) to fill out a form to receive enrollment information once it opens. This link DOES NOT register you for 4-H. You will provide us your contact information, and once the enrollment period opens, we will send you a link to register your child(ren) in 4-H.

Link to sign up for registration information: https://uky.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0VTJYjtGgcIOnHM

This will be VERY IMPORTANT for 4-H Summer Camp registration this spring, so if you are interested in going you should also sign up for information.

If you have any questions, contact Bryce Charles, Owen County 4-H Agent, by email at [email protected] or by call/text at (502) 484-5703.

Address

265 Ellis Highway
Owenton, KY
40359

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+15024845703

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