Jefferson County 4-H Newsletters are sent out on the 15th of every month, and include updates on events, deadlines, and information about Countywide 4-H activity. To get this newsletter sent straight to your inbox make sure you are enrolled in 4honline (Link). For a printed copy email email 4h.jefferson@wsu.edu
MAY 2026
Table of Contents:
Upcoming Local 4-H Events
Upcoming State Events
Upcoming National Events
Volunteer News
Upcoming Community Events
Useful Community Information
Stay up to date with all the upcoming 4-H events by checking out our event calendar – linked below. You can subscribe to the calendar by scrolling down to the bottom right hand of the page and clicking on the ‘subscribe’ link. All events are updated monthly by the 15th.
SPRING FAIR MAY 30th!:
We are two weeks away from the big day at Twin Vista Ranch. 4-H Clubs will be fundraising, sharing animal knowledge, doing public presentations, and hosting folks from all across the County for a fun day on the Farm. We need as many volunteers and participants as possible. If you have not yet talked to your leader about the event you can get information here (link) and sign up here: Public Presentations – Volunteer – Bake Sale
Work Parties to get the farm set up for the event will be held on Wednesday May 27th from 1-8pm and Friday May 29th from 4-8pm. Hope to see you there!
PROPOSITION 1 INFORMATION:
Jefferson County is proposing a levy that will benefit Parks and Recreation, Community Centers, 4-H and the Fairgrounds. This levy must be approved by voters across Jefferson County. It is not an increase in funding, it would replace the existing funding that comes from the County General Fund each year. More Information about the upcoming measure on the August 4th 20206 Ballot can be found here (link).
NEW 4-H LEADERSHIP CLUB:
Are you ready to lead, create, and make a real impact? Join us to build something amazing in our community! The Jefferson County 4-H Leadership Club is launching an exciting new opportunity for middle and high school students like you!
What’s This About?
We’re building a brand-new summer camp on Marrowstone Island launching in summer 2027—and we need YOU to help make it happen. As a member of our leadership club, you’ll:
- Design and plan camp activities, schedules, and experiences
- Serve as a youth camp counselor and mentor younger campers
- Develop real leadership skills while working with experienced adult advisors
- Make lifelong memories with peers who share your passion for making a difference
Meeting Details
📅 When: Monthly meetings starting October 2026, either Mondays or Wednesdays 4 or 4:30 pm
📍 Where: Likely Port Hadlock at the Jefferson County Extension Office
👥 Who: Middle school and high school students in Jefferson County
What You’ll Gain
- Leadership experience you can put on college applications and resumes
- Hands-on project management skills
- New friendships with students who care about community
- A chance to create something meaningful for your community
Ready to Join?
Contact your local 4-H office or reach out to Amber Miller at HappyHaystacks4-H@gmail.com to learn more!
UPCOMING 4-H EVENTS
Click on the link to go to our events calendar for more information about each event
Animal Certificates Due – May 1st 2026 – if you have not turned a certificate in talk to your club leader!
Spring Fair – Public Presentations (link) May 30th 2026 – Twin Vista Ranch
Jefferson County Fair Committee – June 4th 2026 – 6pm at Jefferson County Fairgrounds.
Leaders Council Meeting (link)– June 8th – 6:30pm (zoom option available)
Monthly Rabbit Meet Up – June 12th 2026 (3rd Fridays) at 4:30pm – Twin Vista Ranch Classroom
Proposition 1 Vote: August 4th (ballots will be mailed out on July 15th) Information Website (link)
Jefferson County Fair (link) – August 15th, 16th, 17th 2026 – Jefferson County Fairgrounds
UPCOMING STATE 4-H EVENTS:
Upcoming Judge’s Training Opportunity
Are you interested in supporting youth and learning how 4-H fair judging works? Join us for the 4-H Still Entry Judges Training (Westside) on May 30 from 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM at the Puyallup Research Center, Allmendinger Room (2606 W Pioneer, Puyallup, WA 98371).
This introductory course will prepare you to become a registered WA 4-H judge in Photography, Posters, Presentations, Food Activities, or Textile Arts. It is open to current 4-H volunteers, parents, and anyone in the community interested in fair judging.
Judge’s Training Highlights
- 4-H judging principles (Danish system, working with youth, scorecards)
- Hands-on workshops in your chosen area
- Knowledge check and mock judging
- Networking with other judges and instructors
Fees and Support
- $25: Full day (become a registered judge, includes lunch)
- $10: Partial day / learning only (no lunch)
- Cost a barrier? Attend at no cost or pay what you can afford – no questions asked.
- King County residents: If you plan to judge Food Activities, your full-day registration is covered by the King Family Living Project.
Register for the Judge’s Training today! After training you will receive an email with a link to pay via Square.
Sign up for Teen Conference!
High-school aged teens (those who have completed 8th grade and up) are encouraged to come to the Pullman Campus of Washington State University in June each year for the Washington State 4-H Teen Conference.
Some highlights include: touring the beautiful Pullman campus of WSU, staying in college dormitories, eating at WSU’s dining center, and attending workshops and tours to highlight career pathways and opportunities. We will include workshops to help youth begin preparing for college applications, scholarship applications, choosing a college major, and choosing a career pathway. We will also have opportunities for leadership development, service projects, team-building activities, and fun!
- Date: June 22-25, 2026
- Location: WSU Pullman Campus
- Ages: High School students who have completed 8th grade through 12th grade
- Registration: Will open in early May via 4-H Online
All event information will be at our Teen Conference webpage.
State 4-H puts out a ‘Tuesday News’ newsletter each week – you can view it at the link below.
UPCOMING NATIONAL 4-H EVENTS:
2027 Youth in Action Scholarship Portal is Open – (more at this link)
VOLUNTEER NEWS:
Report your hours and help us communicate the value of what our Volunteers do to WSU and Jefferson County Government. Follow the link below to make your report digitally. There are also paper forms you can send in at the WSU Jefferson Extension Office. GivePulse Volunteer Hours Report (link)
How to Become a Volunteer:
- Complete Background Check (Every 3 years)
- Complete Training: Child First, EP 14, and WA 4-H Volunteer Orientation
- Enroll on 4-H Online
- Report your volunteer hours!
If you have any questions about accessing these training opportunities please reach out to your County Coordinator. You can also find more information on our volunteer page.
Jefferson County 4-H Volunteer Information Page (link)
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS:
USEFUL COMMUNITY INFORMATION:
Other events that are happening in our Community that might interest you!
Know of an upcoming event that 4-H’ers should know about? Send it to us! 4h.jefferson@wsu.edu