County & State Opportunities & Events

October 1-7, 2023

Monday, October 2nd 

4-H FUNdraiser at Panda Express

Order anytime from 11:00am to 9:00pm either online or in person at the Helena Panda Express!

Bring flyer on phone or paper. Click here for a printable flyer(PDF, 500KB)

Tuesday, October 3rd

4-H FUNdraiser at MacKenzie River Pizza

Order anytime on Tuesday to support LCC 4-H Be sure to bring the community night voucher on phone or paper.

Click here for a printable flyer(PDF, 418KB)

Wednesday, October 4th

4-H FUNdraiser at Buffalo Wild Wings

Order anytime on Wednesday to support LCC 4-H Be sure to bring the community night voucher on phone or paper.

Click here for a printable flyer(PDF, 141KB)

Friday, October 6th

4-H Friday! - Wear Green and 4-H Attire

Show your 4-H Spirit and wear your 4-H shirt or 4-H green today!

Sunday, October 8th

4-H Open House

From 1-3pm in the BHB come celebrate 4-H and learn about what all LCC 4-H has to offer!

Greater Helena Gives Lewis & Clark County 4-H Foundation

We’re so excited to be a part of #GreaterHelenaGives! You can support the Lewis & Clark County 4-H Foundation by visiting https://bit.ly/3Jsbybk on May 1st 8 PM to May 2 at 8 PM, you will have 24 hours (one day!) to give where your heart is! Let’s show everyone that Greater Helena Area is full of generosity! #GreaterHelenaGives.

 4-H FUNdraiser at Flying Giant

Join 4-H on Thursday, May 16th from 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at the Flying Giant for some FUN! Group rates available for 4-H members & $2 / person will be donated back to 4-H. Click here to view the flyer(PDF, 60KB). 

4-H FUNdraiser at Buffalo Wild Wings

On Wednesday, June 12th from 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., go and get yourself some lunch or dinner and help support the Lewis and Clark 4-H program at Buffalo Wild Wings. Please show the flyer on your phone or print off the flyer by clicking here(PDF, 254KB).(PDF, 254KB) The money raised will go to the Lewis & Clark County 4-H Council. Thank you for eating out to support a great program that teaches kids life lessons. 

Dates
Thursday, October 12th at 6:00pm - BHB
Tuesday, October 17th at 5:30pm - Extension Office
Saturday, November 4th at 9:00am - Extension Office (almost full!)

We're offering 3 sessions for new 4-H families to learn more about what being a "4-H family" is all about! Come to learn more information on what the 4-H year looks like, county/state 4-H opportunities, and more! There will also be time for questions. The Oct. 17th & Nov 4th sessions will be capped at 30 people.

Please Click HERE to fill out the interest form!

Club Leader Workshop
October 19th at 6:00pm
Extension Office - Upstairs Conference Room

Whether a new or returning club leader, join us for an evening that will work on leading an effective, engaging, and fun club meeting! Gain new ideas for activities, fundraisers, and more!

Please Click HERE to fill out the interest form!

October 28, 2023, from9:00 - 12:00. Check-in at 8:45.
Location: 800 N. Hoback.

$10 fee covers snacks, lunch, and supplies. Money will be received at check-in.

Click here to register for the Fall Into Leadership Training

Awards Night
October 29, 2023 at 5 PM

The 2023 Awards night – “Spooktacular Awards Night!” will be Sunday, October 29th, with a potluck dinner to begin at 5:00 pm.

• Last Names A-I – Main Dish
• Last names J-R – Sides & Salads
• Last names S-Z – Dessert

The awards ceremony will begin immediately following dinner at 6:00 p.m. Truck-Or-Treat will be at 7:00 p.m. Wear your best halloween attire and prepare for a haunted “Trunk-Or-Treat”

The ambassadors are excited to acknowledge and celebrate the hard work and achievements of the Lewis and Clark County 4-H youth at this event. We are looking forward to seeing you all there.

Trunk-Or-Treat 
4-H Clubs: participate in the first annual Trunk Contest - decorate, hand out candy, and compete for the Spooktacular Bragging Rights Traveling Trophy.

Contact Beverly Schneider, prosecutrix97@yahoo.com, or (406) 788-8856 if you have questions.

October-December each year

• The primary purpose of a 4-H Junior Superintendent is to work with adult county project superintendents in planning events, workshops, and other learning activities.
• The Junior Superintendent has a vote during committee meetings and is the youth voice for individual projects.
• Junior Superintendents are teen leaders in their project area, and are required to uphold the standards as such.
• Any current 4-H member 13 years old or older who wishes to take a more active part in their 4-H project area can approach the adult project superintendent and inquire about availability. The junior superintendent is then voted in at October, November, and December meetings.
• Each project can have up to 5 junior superintendents.

Applications due April 12, 2024 for 2024-25 Year

• The primary purpose of a 4-H Ambassador is to strengthen the 4-H program through public relations. A 4-H ambassador must conduct himself or herself with integrity in a mature manner that sets a good example by which other 4-H members may follow.
• The Lewis & Clark County Ambassador Program consists of a team of up to eight Ambassadors. Any current 4-H member 13 years old or older who wishes to enhance their leadership skills through, fun, hard work, and involvement in the Lewis & Clark County 4-H Program is welcome to apply.
• Ambassador Application(PDF, 224KB)

Begins November 25th

• Click here to sign up as a club or project or Call the Extension Office at (406) 447-8346 if you have a group that would like to sign up
• A maximum of 4 gift-wrappers at once is recommended (1 adult 2-3 kids)
• A great fundraising opportunity!

Saturday, January 6th, 2024 8:00-5:00 p.m.
Registration will close Friday, January 5th at 12:00 p.m.

Lewis & Clark County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall and 4-H Bill Hamilton Building

Air Rifle/Air Pistol

3-D Archery 

Target Archery

3-D will be shot in the 4-H Bill Hamilton Building.

The Adult Fun Shoot fundraiser will take place at the same time as the tournament. There will be one dedicated bale each line for the adults. Two adults per line time. There will be a 5:00 p.m. line time for adults also. If interest is high enough from adults, we may add an additional bale each line time.

Payment- You have the option to pay online through Bow Score or you can pay by check, please include a copy of your registration with the check and mail before the deadline to avoid a late fee.

If you need help registering or have questions, please contact Sam Allen at 406-461-8583

Saturday, February 10, 2024 from 9:00-4:00 p.m
East Valley Middle School

Registration is due Wednesday, January 31st at 5:00 p.m. on Google Forms

• Grand Foods: This event is for 4-H members who would like to challenge themselves with preparation of a new food that can be used for a special event.
• Members can enter one homemade food item to the competition.
• Open to all students whether or not you are enrolled in Foods and Nutrition

Grand Food Rules(PDF, 120KB) (PDF, 120KB)

Saturday, February 10, 2024 from 9:00 - 4:00 p.m.
East Valley Middle School

Registration due Wednesday, January 31st at 5:00 p.m. on Google Forms

• Open to all students whether or not you are enrolled in Foods and Nutrition

Purpose

To prepare an appealing, nutritious dish that can be prepared easily by using common ingredients available in many homes. Meal should be prepared using food safety techniques and reflect creative use of ingredients. The presentation should exhibit knowledge of the foods prepared, excellent public speaking and use of visual aid skills.

Participants 

Individuals or teams of two. Team members should divide work and interview responses equally. An uneven distribution of work will impact the evaluation. Both individuals and teams will receive one score per judge.

Time

Meal preparation and cleanup: 60 minutes
Presentation: 15 minutes
One point/per minute will be deducted from total score for going over 60 minutes preparation time

Theme

Each year the stir ups contest will have a recipe theme. Recipes range from the simplest to more complicated combinations of ingredients which showcase healthy nutritious meals with the advantage of ease of preparation. Creativity is the key to unique presentation– there is no reason to stick to traditional ingredients.

The Theme for this year is SALADS

•  Provided Ingredients include: 
• • Beef
  • Shrimp
  • Italian sausage
  • Arugula
  • Cabbage
  • Spinach
  • Cucumber
  • Tomato
  • Edamame
  • Avocado
  • Peppers
  • Nuts
  • Blue Cheese
  • Smoked Gouda
  • Apples
  • Oranges

For more information please click here.

*Not updated for the new 4-H year*

Saturday, May 6th
Bill Hamilton Building

• Registration Due: Sunday, April 23rd at 11:55 p.m. on Google Forms

• Open to all students whether or not you are enrolled in Foods and Nutrition

Gather your team and show off your skills at Parliamentary Procedures! 

Sunday, March 10th 
Location TBD

Registration Due: Wednesday, February 28th at 5:00 p.m. on Google Forms

• Communication day has long been a part of 4-H. It is competitive in nature, yet it is also intended to be an educational event for all those involved. Communications Day allows 4-H members to practice their public speaking skills, to share what they’ve learned, to teach others, and to share ideas and concepts! And it is an excellent way to practice preparing for bring educational display to Fair. Youth may sign up for one communications category.
• Public Speaking and Demonstration Tips(PDF, 18KB)
• Presentation Worksheet(PDF, 100KB)
• Tips for Presentations(PDF, 60KB)
• Communications Day Guide (with time limits)

Communications Day Age Divisions: 

Cloverbuds (Non-Competitive): 5-8 years old

Junior I: 8-10 years old

Junior II: 11-13 years old

Senior: 14-19 years old

Categories available at Communications Day: 

Illustrated Talk/Demonstration  -All Divisions

Illustrated Talk/Demonstration Judging Form(PDF, 228KB)

Illustrated Talk Instructions(PDF, 732KB)

Demonstration Instructions(PDF, 832KB)

Prepared Speech /Impromptu Speech – All Divisions

Prepared Speech Judging Form(PDF, 225KB)

Prepared Speech Instructions(PDF, 1MB)

Impromptu Judging Form(PDF, 224KB)

Career Communication – All Divisions

Career Communication Judging Form(PDF, 48KB)

Career Communication Instructions(PDF, 1MB)

Video Contest – All divisions

Video Judging Form(PDF, 228KB)

Video Contest Instructions(PDF, 882KB)

Promotional Package – All Divisions

Promotional Package Judging Form(PDF, 227KB)

Promotional Package Instructions(PDF, 1006KB)

Commercial – All Divisions

Commercial Judging Form(PDF, 226KB)

Commercial Instructions(PDF, 789KB)

*Not updated for the new 4-H year*

Sunday, April 23rd setup at at 1:30 p.m. and judging starting at 2:00 p.m. at Augusta Community Center
Location TBD 

*All county wide members are invited. Please call Teresa Converse-Lane at (406) 799-2349 for more information and to register. 

April 14, 2024
4:30 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church

• A Sewing Revue has been held by the Lewis and Clark County 4-H program since the 1980’s. The Sewing Revue at both county and state level (Congress) is an educational component of the 4-H Clothing program. It emphasizes development in selecting, constructing, accessorizing and showing an item the member has sewn.
• You do not need to be in the sewing, handiwork or quilting project to participate

• Narrative for Sewing Revue(PDF, 48KB)

May 16th - June 2nd 

The 2024 4-H Photo Show will be on exhibit from May 16 – June 2 at the Holter Museum of Art.

Photos need to be delivered to the Holter on May 13, 2024

For more details click here.

Are you interested in serving as a camp counselor this coming summer? This is a unique opportunity for 4-H teens to develop your leadership skills, work with a great team of peers, and provide a memorable and meaningful experience as a mentor to our younger 4-H'ers. Applications are open now, and deadline to apply is Friday, December 1, 2023.

Being a summer camp counselor is a commitment: there are monthly planning meetings with your required attendance, a mandatory overnight winter counselor retreat to build our team, and responsibilities outside of our meetings to plan and organize your camp activities. It's strongly recommended that you also enroll in the 4-H teen leadership project. 

Most of all, it's a lot of fun! Many kids say summer camp is their favorite thing about the 4-H program. If you want to be considered as a teen camp counselor, and can commit to the time and responsibilities, please apply now! Teen 4-H'ers ages 13 to 18 may apply. Applications available at https://lc4hcamp.com/apply/

Important dates: 

• February 25 at 4:00 p.m. - Upstairs Extension Office
• April 7 at 4:00 p.m. - TBD
• April 28 at 4:00 p.m. - Upstairs Extension Office
• May 19 at 4:00 p.m. - Upstairs Extension Office
• June 30 at 4:00 p.m. - Upstairs Extension Office
• August 3 at 4:00 p.m. - BHB

4-H Camp Adult Chaperones

We are seeking 2 to 3 adult 4-H volunteers who are interested in serving as a summer camp chaperone. Duties include attending the camp counselor training/planning workshops throughout the year, and accompanying the campers and counselors at 4-H Camp August 4-8, 2022.  Questions? Contact Luke Duran at ElementL@bresnan.net or 406.461.7799. 

August 4-8, 2024
Loon Lake

Registration Due:Friday, May 31st at 5:00 p.m. Click here for the form.

• Any enrolled Lewis & Clark County 4-H'ers ages 8-13 (4-H age) are invited to register for 4-H Summer Camp.
• Camp will be August 4-8 at Loon Lake 4-H Camp near Bigfork.
• Fees are $200 per camper, which includes all transportation, accomodations, meals, camp materials/supplies, and a t-shirt.
• Registration forms can be printed and should be mailed, or brought in person to the Extension Office with payment to be accepted.
• Registration is limited to 60 campers and will be first come first served, so bring your forms in as soon as possible to reserve your spot!

View the 2022 4-H Summer Camp Report

October 20-22, 2023
Billings Hotel and Convention Center
Billings, MT 

Registration and payment: Friday, October 6th at 5:00 p.m.

Cost: $175

• Fall Training is the annual leadership development retreat for Montana 4-H Ambassadors and Teen Leaders that are 14+. The event is planned, implemented, and evaluated by the State Ambassador Officer Team. Youth will leave the weekend prepared and excited to take the knowledge and skills they have gained and apply them in their counties.

Click here for more information.

Throughout the year
Multiple Dates

Click here for more information.

Montana 4-H Shooting Sports events provide 4-H Shooting Sports members with opportunities to participate in fun and educational competitive matches in archery, air rifle, air pistol, and small bore rifle.

April 19-21, 2024
Jefferson County School, Boulder, MT 

Registration Due: TBD

Must be 13+

• This event is a 4-H member favorite: It provides an opportunity for youth and adults to enhance their leadership, communication, and team building skills in an action-packed and interactive setting.
• Rec Lab programming provides participants with tips and tricks for being a better club, camp, and community leader.
• This event is ideal for younger senior members to attend as a first-time state event. It allows them to form relationships with 4-H peers from across the state, broaden their skills, and widen their network.

Click here for more information.

*Not updated for the new 4-H year*

July 11-14, 2023
MSU in Bozeman

Click here for more information.

Montana 4-H Congress provides youth from across the state an opportunity to come together on the Montana State University campus in Bozeman for four days and participate in an event like no other. Congress offers both youth and adults a venue in which to learn, be challenged, and most of all, have a great time with their peers. Its purpose is to provide a safe and fun environment for youth to experience all that 4-H has to offer - contests, workshops, social events, and more.  

• Families will register youth through ZSuites
• This is event is for 13 and older youth members
• Chaperones must be 21 or older and be a certified 4-H Volunteer. If you are interested in being a chaperone please fill out this google form 
• Registrations due to the Lewis & Clark County Extension office by Thursday, June 14th by 5:00 p.m.

Click here for more information.

Montana 4-H International Program for Young Adults (IPYA) is a three to a six-month international exchange program to countries around the world for those interested in a rural, work experience. Upon their return to the U.S. delegates are required to update country guides and to report on their experiences to schools across Montana.

Chaperones accompany a group of national delegates to a specified country for one month every summer. Chaperone applications are reviewed by States' 4-H International Education Programs (S4-HIEP) and decisions are made by early March. Chaperones provide conference call orientations, assist with national and in-country orientations, participate in all exchange program activities such as 4-H camps or other field trips, and are available, by phone, to assist host families throughout the exchange. Chaperones also stay with host families for the duration of the exchange.

*Not updated for the new 4-H year*

Sunday, January 15-Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Begin on Sunday, January 15 at 3:00 p.m. and end on Tuesday, January 17 in the early afternoon around 1:30 p.m.
Location- Helena, MT- Seminar activities will take place at Delta Colonial Hotel
Registration Deadline: January 8, 2021 on ZSuites

Montana Citizenship Seminar is designed to inspire 4-H youth as they learn about the rights and responsibilities of citizenship.

Youth delegates gain hands-on experience with the legislative process by participating in a mock legislature, create and debate bills, work with other youth from across the state, meet with elected officials, tour the capitol, and participate in a service-learning project.

Click here for more information. 

*Not updated for the new 4-H year*

January 21, 2025
Helena, MT

• Registration is due Wednesday, January 4th on ZSuites
• Legislative Breakfast is a chance to interact with our state’s politicians and share the impact 4-H has on you and your community.This is an excellent opportunity for any 4-H member who wants to practice for Communications Day or as an activity for Teen Leadership.

The Legislative Breakfast provides an opportunity to educate Montana legislators about the work and success of 4-H in the state. It brings together youth and adult constituents from across Montana to share stories of achievement drawn from their 4-H experiences.  The breakfast also reinforces the vital role of the MSU Cooperative Extension Service budget, which supports 4-H in Montana communities.  

Click here for more information. 

Click the image above or go to: https://2023lewisandclarkcounty4h.sched.com/

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Exhibitor's Handbook & Schedule

2024 4-H Exhibitor's Handbook(PDF, 5MB)

Camp Spots Map(PDF, 785KB) Available to reserve Monday, July 3rd (not updated for this year)

2024 4-H Schedule of Events(PDF, 217KB) (PDF, 147KB)

Livestock Sale

PAYMENT POLICY - PLEASE READ

IMPORTANT: Our kids work hard to prepare their animals for the sale and so to ensure timely payment, we've put a payment policy in place: "Payment is due on the day of sale unless arrangements have been made by the buyer with the Extension Office prior to the date of the Livestock Sale." Please contact Extension if you need to make prior arrangements. See our Livestock Sale Policy(PDF, 31KB) for more information.

Pocket Bids (Fillable PDF)(PDF, 217KB) - For Buyer's Who Can't Attend In Person (Due Wednesday, July 25th at 12:00 p.m.)

2022 Livestock Auction Sale Program 

Indoor Project Auction Form(PDF, 131KB)

• There will be a live indoor auction of indoor projects in the Exhibit Hall
• The auction starts at 3 PM on Saturday, July 28th
• Please bring your items at 2:30
• Perishable food items need to be prepared the day of the auction. We will be keeping food items in the cooler until they are purchased. Please include a printed photo and recipe for your food item to be set on the silent auction table. 

Click HERE for a video tutorial on how to register

Click HERE(PDF, 1014KB) for written out instructions

Tips for exhibitors making online entries:

• recommended browsers: Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. Older versions of internet explorer may cause unexpected results
• Register all entries for each exhibitor in the family before proceeding to the payment section.
• Be sure to click the "submit" button when you have completed your entries. Entries are not final until they have been submitted
• Check your email inbox for a confirmation email with a list of your entries and any related fees.
• You will receive a second email when your entries have been approved by the office.

Step by step instructions by projects

Indoor Project Entries(PDF, 2MB)

Livestock Project Entries(PDF, 4MB)

Dog Project Entries(PDF, 3MB)

Horse Project Entries(PDF, 3MB)

Cloverbud Project Entries(PDF, 2MB)

Round Robin Winners

Junior Round Robin Winners

• Grand- Alyssa White
• Reserve-Brooklyn Smith

Senior Round Robin Winners

• Grand-Mariah Olson
• Reserve- Abigail Gruber

Ultrasound Evaluation Results

Swine Symbol of Excellence (SOE)

• 2023 SOE Results(PDF, 140KB)
• SOE Guidelines(PDF, 104KB)

Certified Goat

• 2023 Goat Ultrasound Results(PDF, 128KB)
• Goat Ultrasound Guidelines(PDF, 144KB)

Certified Lamb

• 2023 Lamb Ultrasound Results(PDF, 202KB)
• Lamb Ultrasound Guidelines(PDF, 55KB)

Steer of Merit (SOM)

• 2023 SOM Results(PDF, 143KB)
• SOM Guidelines(PDF, 173KB)