DeKalb County 4-H

10/21/2026

🐰What a fantastic night for Cherokee County 4-H and DeKalb County 4-H at the DeKalb County VFW Fair!

Our 4-H members proudly showed their rabbits and brought creativity to the Rabbit Costume Contest. A special thank-you to our showmanship judge for sharing her time and expertise with our members. A big thank-you to our costume judges for helping us decide which rabbits were dressed to impress—and which ones were simply hopping into the spotlight! 🐇

Congratulations to our showmanship winners:
🏆 Overall Showman: Rowan Moses
🏆 Cherokee Champion Showman: Forrest Lea
🏆 DeKalb Champion Showman: Rowan Moses
🏆 Open Show Overall Showman: Julianna Brooks

Congratulations to all of our 4-H members who participated! Every one of you worked hard, learned new skills, and represented your counties wonderfully. We are so proud of all the kids and their dedication to their rabbit projects! 🎉

10/15/2026

10/13/2026

🐔🌟 2026 Northeast Alabama 4-H Chick Chain Show & Auction! 🌟🐔

Come out and support our 4-H members as they showcase all their hard work with their Chick Chain projects!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
VFW Fairgrounds – Fort Payne, AL
🐔Show: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
🏆Awards: 2:00–3:00 PM
💰Auction: Immediately following awards, around 3:00 PM

This is a great opportunity to come see the birds, support our 4-H youth, and take home some quality poultry! We hope to see you there! 🐔 ❤️

For more information: DeKalb County Extension Office: 256-845-8595

10/06/2026

🐷 It’s time to SQUEAL with excitement! 🐷

DeKalb County 4-H is gearing up for the 2027 Pig Squeal Project!
This hands-on program teaches youth how to care for, raise, and show pigs while building responsibility and confidence.

📅 Important Details:
• Cost: $175 (for two pigs) — No cash accepted
• Ages: 9–18 (as of Jan. 1, 2027)
• Mandatory Meeting: December 8, 2026
• Pig Pick-Up: January 16, 2027
• Show & Auction: Tentatively May 8, 2027
💰 Entries Due: November 13th!

For more information, contact our office at 256-845-8595.
Let’s make this year’s Pig Squeal the best one yet! 💚

10/02/2026

Our hike for tomorrow has been rescheduled for December 5th due to the potential rain and storms that are forecasted for the area.

🥾🌲 Northeast Alabama 4-H Regional Hiking Club! 🌲🥾

Ready to hit the trail? Join our 4-H Hiking Club and explore the outdoors while building confidence, friendships, and a love for nature!

Throughout the year, youth will participate in guided hiking trips across multiple counties, discovering new trails, learning outdoor skills, and experiencing the natural beauty of our region—all while having fun and staying active.

✅ Open to youth interested in hiking and outdoor adventure
✅ Multiple hikes planned throughout the year
✅ Learn trail safety, teamwork, and environmental awareness

📲 Registration is now open on 4-H Online!
http://v2.4honline.com/

Lace up your boots and come adventure with us! 🥾🍃

Contact our office for more information at 256-845-8595.

10/01/2026

🎃🍂 DeKalb County 4-H Pumpkin Contest! 🍂🎃
Get creative and show us your best carved or decorated pumpkin!
📅 Entries due: October 28th

How to Enter:
Post a picture of you and your pumpkin in the comments of this post
Email it to [email protected]
Or text it to (334) 734-1229

✨ Only one entry per 4-H’er. Cloverbuds: Ages 5–8 and 4-H Members: Ages 9–18

We can’t wait to see your creative pumpkins! 🎃🧡

09/21/2026

🚜🌱 Sand Mountain & Beyond Tour Day! 🌱🚜
Our Sand Mountain & Beyond 4-H members had a great day exploring careers and industries across Marshall County! From marine and agriculture to manufacturing and aviation, our group got to see so many different career opportunities firsthand.

We visited:
🚤 Guntersville Marine
🧂 Guntersville Marine Salt Facility
🪰 Tucker Milling Black Soldier Fly Larvae Facility
🐄 K Supply
✈️ ACE Aeronautics

A huge thank you to everyone who welcomed our 4-H members, shared their knowledge, and gave us a behind-the-scenes look at their operations! We’re excited to keep learning, exploring, and discovering what’s possible beyond our own backyard! 💚

09/11/2026

🏹 4-H Archery Club is BACK! 🏹

Do you have a youth interested in learning archery? Our 4-H Archery Club is open to youth ages 9–18! Come learn more about the program, safety, and how to get involved in this exciting sport! All equipment is provided.

🎯 Interest Meeting: October 5th at 5:30 PM - DeKalb County VFW Post Home

📅 Club Meetings: November 9 • December 14 • January 11 • February 1 • March 29
4:00–6:00 PM at the DeKalb County VFW Fairgrounds

Interested? Come to the interest meeting or call the DeKalb County Extension Office at 256-845-8595 with any questions!

09/10/2026

Homeschool club will start back tomorrow! We hope to see you there🍀

🍀📚 DEKALB COUNTY 4-H HOMESCHOOL CLUB IS BACK! 📚🍀
We’re excited to announce our 2026–2027 Homeschool Club schedule! 🎉

Whether you’re a new or returning 4-H member, we’d love for you to join us for a year full of hands-on activities, learning, friendships, and FUN! 💚

📅 Meeting Dates:
🍀 September 11
🍀 October 8
🍀 November 13
🍀 December 11
🍀 January 8
🍀 February 12
🍀 March 12

⏰ 9:00–11:00 AM
📍 DeKalb County VFW Post Home
👧🧑 Ages 5–18 welcome!

Questions? Give us a call at 256-845-8595.

🍀 Come grow with DeKalb County 4-H! We can’t wait to see you there! 💚

09/09/2026

Don't forget that the Cherokee County 4-H and DeKalb County Livestock Club will meet this afternoon!

🐄🐖🐑 LIVESTOCK CLUB IS BACK! 🐐

Cherokee County 4-H & DeKalb County 4-H are teaming up for another great year of Livestock Club! 🌱

📅 Interest Meeting: September 9
📍 Sand Mountain Research Station – 13112 AL-68, Crossville, AL 35962
⏰ 4:00–5:30 PM
👧🧑 Ages 9–18

Throughout the year, members will have opportunities to learn about cattle, goats, sheep, swine, animal care, and more! 🐮🐷🐑

📆 2026–27 Club Schedule
• Sept. 9 – Interest Meeting
• Sept. 23 – Sand Mountain Research Station
• Oct. 14 – Sand Mountain Research Station
• Oct. 16–24 – DeKalb County VFW Fair 4-H Livestock Club Fair Week
• Nov. 4 – Marks Animal Hospital
• Nov. 11 – Field Trip (Location TBD)
• Dec. 16 – Sand Mountain Research Station

📞 Questions?
Cherokee: (334) 844-5005
DeKalb: (256) 845-8595

Come join us and get involved in the livestock world! 🐄🍀