NEW PROJECT ALERT! Introducing... WEARABLE ART Have a passion for fashion where your creativity can take over? Look no further! The criteria of this project will be available in the 2026 Porter County 4-H Handbook that will be ready soon!
Author: portercounty4h
Mini 4-H Meeting
The first Mini 4-H meeting of the year will be January 14th at 6 pm in the 4-H Building out at the Porter County Fairgrounds. Mini 4-H is available for youth in grades K-2 who would love to dive into the non-competitive atmosphere of 4-H. This meeting will have fun activities, learning opportunities and a … Continue reading Mini 4-H Meeting
Beef Cattle Weigh In
Members in the beef steers, market heifers, commercial heifers project should mark their calendars for Saturday, February 21 form 8:00 to 10:00 am for weigh in. It will be held in the 4-H Building at the Porter County Fairgrounds.
New Record Sheets for 2026 Program Year
New for the 2026 program year! Porter County 4-H is introducing the new 4-H General Record Sheet. Instead of completing a separate record sheet for each project, 4-H members in grades 3–12 will now complete ONE record sheet for all their projects. Important: To receive 4-H'ers complimentary fair pass and show your livestock, these record … Continue reading New Record Sheets for 2026 Program Year
Seeking 4-H Swine Superintendent
Due to our former swine superintendent, Greg, announcing his resignation of serving as the project superintendent, we are on the search for a new superintendent. If you are interested in applying for this position, please email Jen at myersjn@purdue.edu. Deadline for applications is February 2, 2026. If interested and are new to the 4-H volunteer … Continue reading Seeking 4-H Swine Superintendent
Volunteer Development Opportunity
The following program is for Volunteers who feel like they would like to improve their skills in the following areas. Take a look at the topics and register at the link provided: https://tinyurl.com/CloverCafe26
Washington Wiz Kids Meeting Dates
Here are the meeting dates for Washington Wiz Kids. We meet at the Washington Evangelical Free Church in the gym. Thanks! Monday, January 5 @ 6:30 pm Monday, February 2 @ 6:30 pm Monday, March 2 @ 6:30 pm Monday, April 13 @ 6:30 pm Monday, May 4 @ 6:30 pm Monday, June 1 @ … Continue reading Washington Wiz Kids Meeting Dates
Porter County Swine Show Survey
The Porter County Ag Society and 4-H Council are seeking input from Porter County 4-H Swine Project families in regard to potentially changing the swine shows to a one day event instead of a two day event at the fair in the near future. We are asking all swine families enrolled in Porter County 4-H … Continue reading Porter County Swine Show Survey
Dairy Cattle Show Moved to New Date
Attention Dairy Cattle Families! The 2026 Porter County 4-H Dairy Cattle show has been moved to a new day during fair week! The show will take place on Saturday, July 25th. More information will become available as we get closer to the Porter County Fair (Official).
4-H Day at the Statehouse
4-H Day at the Statehouse February 10, 2026 This is a great opportunity for youth in the grades 7-12 to tour the building, learn about legislative processes, meet with legislators, and experience Indiana history. Be on the lookout for more information to come out in January 2026.
Porter County 4-H Hub 