Routt County 4-H news & updates
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Learn more about Routt County 4-H on our WEBSITE.
- See a list of our 4-H clubs and when they meet.
- Learn about all the projects 4-H has to offer.
- The Colorado 4-H WEBSITE also offers project information and record book links. Click on the area of a project of interest (word on picture square), then click on the project you want to learn more about.
Join us on April 2 at 6pm for our Mandatory New Member Orientation Dinner. We will discuss important topics while enjoying a meal and getting to meet new people!
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Colorado 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Trainings
- March 7-9, 2025: Morgan County (Rifle, Pistol, Shotgun, and Archery)
- March 14-16, 2025: Weld County (Rifle, Pistol, Shotgun, and Archery)
- March 21-23, 2025: Pueblo County (Rifle, Pistol, Shotgun, Archery, Muzzleloading, Western Heritage, Hunting and Outdoor Skills)
- March 28-30, 2025: Garfield County (Rifle, Pistol, Shotgun, Archery, Muzzleloading, Western Heritage, Hunting and Outdoor Skills)
Reminder: All volunteers must be enrolled and approved before they can register for the trainings
Shooting Sports Dates - Dates are Subject to Change
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May 1 - Add/Drop/Change Deadline
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July 9 - Fair Entry Registration Due
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July 13 - Air Rifle, Air Pistol, .22 Pistol Completion Day
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July 19-20 - Shotgun, Archery, .22 Rifle Completion Weekend
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July 25 - Exhibit Day
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July 30 - Exhibit Day Projects going to State Due
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Project Dates - check out the following links for important project dates!
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January 12, February 9, March 9, April 13, 12pm-2pm, Winter Horse Rides at the Routt County Fairgrounds Indoor Arena. All 4-H Horse members are welcome to join us every second Sunday of the month to come and ride their horse with their friends.
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February 11, February 25, March 11, March 25, April 8, April 22, May 6, 6pm, Dog Classroom in the Trout Creek Room.
Join Cathy, 4-H Dog Leader, to learn all about the dog projects. Topics to include:
- Breeds
- Careers
- Grooming
- General Knowledge
RSVP Here!
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NWSS Catch-it-Calf Applications Extended to December 15th
The NWSS Catch-it-Calf Program is designed so that successful participants catch a calf, feed it, and return with the animal one year later as a market-ready steer at the National Western Stock Show. The steers are judged on production and carcass quality, while the participants are judged on showmanship, record books, and a personal interview. The program is open to youth ages 14-19 as of January 1, 2025. Applications are due December 15, 2024.
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American Southdown Breeders Association - Ewes for Youth
Goal of program: To help fund and accelerate new junior breeders trying to grow the quality of their breeding program and develop mentorship between the new breeder and an established breeder. Applications are due January 1, 2025.
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Targhee Sheep Association - Starter Flock Program
Calling all young producers! Apply now for a chance to be awarded your very own sheep through our Starter Flock Program. This is an amazing opportunity to grow, learn, and make new friends. Applications due March 1, 2025 - apply today!
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Suffolk Sheep Association - Ewe Grant Program
Routt County 4-H Sheep Members! Unites Suffolk Sheep Association Ewe grant program is designed to provide financial assistance for a young person in purchasing a registered Suffolk ewe for youth interested in starting a Suffolk flock. Applications are due March 1, 2025. For more information, visit the grant application.
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Livestock Dates - Dates are Subject to Change
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2024-2025 Record Books are posted on the Colorado 4Colorado 4-H websiteH website. Need help finding your record book, or would you like it printed out? Shoot us an email.
Pages that can be completed NOW -
Pages to be working on through project -
Pages that are completed at the END of your project -
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Project Workshops - Click on the following links to see the tentative schedule for the following workshops. All members must be fully enrolled in Routt County 4-H before attending these workshops.
Project Requirements - please make sure you are aware of the requirements for your project. You can find a complete list of the requirements on the Colorado State 4-H Website.
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Sample 4-H! Blues Break Camp - February 18-20, 2-4pm
Join us for 3 days of sampling 4-H projects. $10/day.
- February 18 - Cake Decorating and Hand Sewing
- February 19 - Baking and Macramé
- February 20 - Junk Drawer Robotics and STEM Challenge
Schedule is subject to change, all changes will be noted in sign-up and in Newsletter.
RSVP early before spaces fill up.
BONUS - Enroll in Routt County 4-H as a new member and get your camp fees credited to your enrollment. That is up to $20 off your $40 enrollment fee!
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General Project Dates - Dates are Subject to Change
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Routt County 4-H Leadership Opportunities | |
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Leadership Development Conference - January 25-27
Senior Aged (14-18) 4-H members are encouraged to join us for LDC in January. Cost to attend is $200. Registration closes January 5 in 4-HOnline.
Event Details will be updated on the 4-H event webpage, under the “LDC” tab
Please note, any cancelations made AFTER the deadline will not be reimbursed, and members must pay the full $350 if they cannot attend.
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National 4-H Conference - April 11-16, 2024
Open to members 15-19, come and participate in a premier civic engagement event held in Arlington, Virginia and Washington D.C. More information on the National 4-H Conference can be found here.
Members interested in applying must submit the following by December 20th. After all applications are received, applicants will be interviewed for their final selection.
- a resume
- a cover letter explaining why they would like to attend the conference
- a letter of recommendation from our office.
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Routt County 4-H Cloverbuds | |
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What is a Cloverbud? Cloverbuds are members from 5-7 years old who are not quite ready to participate in many of the projects and activities that the rest of the older 4-H members participate in.
What can Cloverbuds do? The Cloverbud program is focused on participation, teamwork, and learning (not so much on competition). Several of our clubs host Cloverbud events during their regular monthly meetings, and our Routt County 4-H Junior Leaders host 5 Cloverbud workshops throughout the spring and summer to get our youngest members excited about 4-H.
Enrollment - $15/Cloverbud Member
Here is a LINK to how to enroll, and much more. Cloverbud members are not required to attend monthly meetings, but any member wanting to join the Cloverbud workshops must be enrolled as a Cloverbud member. Call our office with any questions - we are here to help you!
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THANK YOU all for the help that you pour into our Routt County 4-H youth each and every year. We could not do what we do without all of you!
Club Leaders Meeting Dates -
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Routt County CSU Extension - 4-H
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Colorado State University Extension is an equal opportunity provider. Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension ensures meaningful access and equal opportunities to participate to individuals whose first language is not English.
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Colorado State University Extension es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. Colorado State University no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad y se compromete a proporcionar adaptaciones razonables. Office of Engagement and Extension de CSU garantiza acceso significativo e igualdad de oportunidades para participar a las personas quienes su primer idioma no es el inglés.
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