Ohio State - Erie County 4-H

10/13/2026

Attention families of High School Seniors!!!

Ohio 4-H Pathways to the Future, in collaboration with the Ohio State College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Admissions Team, is reaching out to ask for your support in gathering information about your senior's post-secondary plans. This survey will help us better understand and support their aspirations, whether they’re considering college, vocational training, the workforce, or another pathway.

We kindly ask that you encourage your senior to complete this short survey, which will guide us in providing resources tailored to their goals and improve our efforts in future years. The deadline to complete the survey is October 31.

Survey Link: https://go.osu.edu/postsecondaryplans

Thank you for your support and for being part of this journey with us. We look forward to empowering our young leaders toward a successful future!

10/05/2026

🍀 National 4-H Week is almost here!

From fairgrounds and community gardens to robotics labs and classrooms, Ohio 4-H youth are proving they’re not just ready for the future, they’re Beyond Ready.

During National 4-H Week (October 4-10), we celebrate the young people, volunteers, educators, and supporters who make 4-H a powerful force for leadership, learning, and service.

Join us in recognizing the skills, confidence, and resilience that 4-H helps build in youth across Ohio and beyond. 💚

10/05/2026

Let’s paint the nation green! We’re kicking off with a bold splash of Ohio 4-H spirit on MONDAY, OCTOBER 5TH. Whether it’s a green hat, shirt, face paint, or even green socks— show the world you’re by wearing green tomorrow!

09/30/2026

09/21/2026

Students meet agriculture and community service — that's what organizations like FFA and 4-H offer to young learners.

Here is a look into both organizations, which have chapters all over, beginning with 4-H: https://tinyurl.com/3b6s9t8d

09/21/2026

📢 Livestock Auction Check Pickup Reminder 🐄🐖🐑

Exhibitors who sold animals through the Livestock Auction can pick up their checks on:

📅 Wednesday, September 23
🕓 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 Senior Fair Board Office

Important Reminders:
✅ Thank you cards must be turned in to the Extension Office before check pickup.
✅ Checks must be picked up by the exhibitor only.
✅ Please bring a valid photo ID.
✅ Checks must be cashed by November 25.
✅ Any checks not picked up during the scheduled pickup time will be mailed.

Thank you to all of our exhibitors for a successful auction season!

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09/03/2026

Two amazing opportunities for 4-H teens. If you are an Erie County youth and are interested, please contact Angie or Mary Beth!

In 2027, Ohio 4-H teens will have the opportunity to participate in two unique Global Immersion Projects:

Greece at the American Farm School in Thessaloniki, where participants will explore agricultural innovation, food production, leadership development, Greek culture, and iconic destinations like Meteora and the Mount Olympus region.

Austria at the LFS Pyhra Agricultural High School, where youth will work alongside Austrian students, explore agriculture and food systems, visit Vienna, hike in the Alps, and gain real-world international experience.

These experiences are designed for Ohio 4-H members who are curious about the world, passionate about agriculture, and ready to develop their leadership skills.
To apply, youth must first receive a nomination from an Ohio 4-H Professional. Then applications are sent directly to those nominated.

Nomination deadline: September 30

Interested Ohio 4-H members should contact their county 4-H Professional at their local Extension office to learn more about the nomination and selection process.

More information about these and all 2027 Global and Cultural Immersion experiences can be found on the Ohio 4-H Youth Development Cultural Immersion webpage: https://ohio4h.org/families/just-teens/cultural-immersion-projects

08/26/2026

Check out the new Clover Awards program from Ohio 4-H Youth Development! Erie County will be releasing county-specific information (application due dates, etc.) in the next few days!