The 2022 edition of the Porter County Handbook is now available as a downloadable PDF document at https://bit.ly/2022PorterCo4HHandbook. It's imperative that you get rid of all old editions of the handbook, as there have been numerous changes this year. All 4-H project areas that have State Fair eligibility have been updated by the Indiana 4-H Program. … Continue reading 2022 Porter Co. 4-H Handbook Now Available
Category: Animal Projects
Beef Project & Dairy Finished Steer Exhibitors
ID Day is scheduled for February 12th at the 4-H Building. Please thoroughly read the attached document with all the information you need to know for ID Day. Currently, Porter County is at the Red COVID advisory level. When at the Red or Orange level, masks are required of everyone in all county-owned facilities. If … Continue reading Beef Project & Dairy Finished Steer Exhibitors
Dairy Finished Steer Project Members
Dairy finished steer showman: Just a reminder, finished steer weigh in is Saturday, February 12th. I know information was sent out to everyone with a 10:00 a.m. start time. We would like to amend that to starting at 10:30 a.m. and ending at 1:00 p.m. for weigh in. If you're able to volunteer and stick … Continue reading Dairy Finished Steer Project Members
Poultry Project- Turkey and Broiler and Roaster Order Forms
Please see the attached order forms and their deadlines. Turkey Order forms are due February 28, 2022 Roaster Order forms are due April 1, 2022 Broiler Order forms are due April 30, 2022 Russell Gluth, 219- 462-7748, russgluth@yahoo.com 2022 Boiler & Roaster Order Form 2022 Turkey Order Form
FREE Virtual Show Pig Conference!
The Show Pig Conference takes place live on February 12, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST. This online event will spotlight selection, nutrition, showmanship, and networking from several friends of the Indiana 4-H program. Those interested in attending can register and find out more at https://showpigconference.com/. *Please note there are options to upgrade the … Continue reading FREE Virtual Show Pig Conference!
4-H Manual Pick-Up Event – RSVP Required
We will once again be offering a manual pick-up event for project manuals/resources* on Tuesday, February 15th from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Expo Center's Patio Room (main parking lot). Please RSVP at https://bit.ly/2022Manuals by 12:00 noon on Monday, February 14th. Please list all family members (or whomever you are picking up for) and include the … Continue reading 4-H Manual Pick-Up Event – RSVP Required
Rabbit Project Workshops
Please mark your calendar with the following workshop dates. All workshops will be at 2:00 pm in the 4-H building (north side) at the Fair Grounds. Sunday, February 6 - Welcome to the Rabbit Project. Come learn what is new for this year. Sunday, February 27 - What to Look for in a 4-H Show … Continue reading Rabbit Project Workshops
Beef & Dairy Finished Steer ID Day – February 12
Please save the date of Saturday, February 12, 2022 for ID Day. More information will be posted here and sent directly to Beef and Dairy Finished Steer exhibitors in late January.
Indiana Horse & Pony Public Speaking, Demonstration, Horse Bowl, and Hippology Contest
Hippology Contest: Saturday, April 2, 2022 @ Purdue University – register by March 21 Horse Bowl: Saturday, April 2, 2022 @ Purdue University – register by March 21 Horse Public Speaking & Demonstrations: Thursday evening, April 14, 2022 - virtual event – register by April 6 There is a $15 registration fee for each event. Porter County 4-H members who have … Continue reading Indiana Horse & Pony Public Speaking, Demonstration, Horse Bowl, and Hippology Contest
COVID Protocols for In-Person Gatherings
UPDATED 12/08/2021: As of December 8th, 2021, the Indiana State Department of Health has upgraded Porter County to the RED COVID Advisory Level. Effective today, 12/08/21, masks will be required of everyone at 4-H events and when visiting any county-owned building. Additionally, three feet of social distance is recommended. Please review the information below for … Continue reading COVID Protocols for In-Person Gatherings
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