Tarrant County 4-H

Teen Adventure Camp – July 19 – 24, 2026 – Ages 13 – 18

This six-day camp is packed with amazing activities including activities on Lake Brownwood, mountain biking in the hills, fishing, Outdoor Education, Ropes Course & Teambuilding, as well as Sports and Games. Come connect with other teens around the campfire and see why Texas is home to high adventure. There will also be dances/pool activities/rec-time and of course campfires.

Ag Discovery – July 12 – 16, 2026 – Ages 12 – 18

Youth will travel from the Texas 4-H Center to Stephenville for an immersive experience at Tarleton State University. While there, they will explore diverse agricultural career paths through hands-on sessions in animal production, meat science, nutrition, and research innovation. Campers will tour university facilities, interact with faculty and professionals, and see real-world applications of agriculture in action. This experience helps youth connect their interests to future education and career opportunities in the agricultural industry. Evenings will be filled with dances, Camp Olympics, and campfires, creating a fun and memorable camp experience.

East Region Hoof to Grill Program

Topics include: Introduction to 4-H Meat Judging, Farm to Fork, Packing & Retail, and Grilling 101.

This is open to 4-H members, parents, volunteers, and agents.

Horticulture Exploration Day

Horticulture Exploration Day is designed for high school students to learn more about careers in horticulture and opportunities within the Texas A&M Department of Horticultural Sciences. Participants will:

Explore career pathways in horticulture
-Learn about Texas A&M admissions and student life
-Interact with faculty and current students
-Participate in hands-on classes and demonstrations
-Discover potential college and career interests

The event is a great opportunity for students interested in agriculture, science, environmental systems, plant sciences, and related pathways.

Event details and registration information can be found here: https://hortsciences.tamu.edu/horticulture-exploration-day/

Entries are open for the 2026 State 4-H Horse Show! Enter now in Texas Show Pass through midnight on July 1, 2026.

Texas Show Pass: https://4h.texasshowpass.com/login

For state show rules and regulations, a schedule of events, hotel information, and other helpful resources, please visit https://texas4-h.tamu.edu/events/horse/.

Join us on Friday, July 10th from 12-1 p.m. via Zoom for a pre-show informational meeting! This is a great time for families to ask any questions they may have prior to arrival on the grounds. The link will be shared via email soon.

2026 Texas A&M Meat Judging Camp.

Camp will be held July 16–18 and is open to students ages 12–18. The flyer for this year’s camp is attached, and the registration link is included below.

https://animalscience.tamu.edu/meat-judging-camp-11/

Record Book Judges Needed! We will provide an overview of the process, and we will match you with books that come from a club other than the one you might be a part of. Please email us to RSVP!

Meet your 2026-27 C*C Officer Candidates! We will listen to their speeches and vote Monday night. *Each club gets 3 votes per officer position.

3 WEEKS UNTIL TEXAS 4-H ROUNDUP! Get your presentations prepared, your stenos packed, and your food challenge boxes organized. With 208 champion buckles waiting to be awarded, put your game face on and get ready to compete. Drop in the comments what contest(s) YOU will be competing in!