Henderson County 4-H

We are still accepting entries for the Apple Recipe Contest! We would love to see some incredible dishes from our 4-H'ers. Don't forget, there is a 'Kids' category, so even the youngest bakers can join in on the fun!

Register here: https://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/2024/07/2024-apple-recipe-contest/

Join Henderson County 4-H to learn the basics of sewing! Our 4-H sewing sessions provide youth ages 8-18 the opportunity to delve into the world of sewing.

Register here: https://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/2024/08/4-h-sewing-registration-now-open-for-fall-2024/

🍀Please join us in congratulating these talented youth on their successes at state contest!

2024 Livestock Judging State Contest Results - Buncombe & Henderson Counties 19 youth competed in Raleigh for the North Carolina State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest from July 31 – August 2nd. They all competed in Skill-a-thon, Quizbowl, and Livestock judging. They’ve put in long hours practicing every week since the middle of February and have learned a lot! Youth who pa...

4-H’ers Sam L. and Aaron A. had a great time at Western Carolina University for the 77th annual 4-H Electric Congress!

This is an all-expenses-paid event, but 4-Hers must earn their place through participation and completion of 4-H electric program.

Sam and Aaron enjoyed hands-on workshops, educational sessions with industry experts, and a career fair encouraging interactions with power company representatives at this year’s 4-H Electric Congress!

Thank you to the sponsors, Duke Energy, and Dominion Energy, along with all of our donors and supporters for continuing to make this event possible!

Join Henderson County 4-H to learn the basics of Knitting and Crocheting! During this six week series, participants will learn basic techniques, practice hands-on skills, and create their own projects. Whether you’re a total beginner or have some experience, everyone’s welcome to join! Open to ages 8-18. All materials are provided!

Register here: https://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/2024/08/4-h-knitting-and-crocheting-classes-fall-2024/

https://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/2024/08/4-h-knitting-and-crocheting-classes-fall-2024/

4-H Knitting and Crocheting Classes - Fall 2024 Join Henderson County 4-H to learn the basics of Knitting and Crocheting! During this six week series, participants will learn basic techniques, practice hands-on skills, and create their own projects. Whether you’re a total beginner or have some experience, everyone’s welcome to join! Open to a...

That’s a wrap on Agriculture 4-H Day Camp! 🍀🐝
We had a blast learning about Ag from our farmers in Henderson County! Thank you so much to those who provided tours and education to the campers!

NC 4-H State Livestock Judging Competition! Proud of the these 4-Hers who worked hard this year! Thank you to our livestock agent Abby Whitaker for being a great coach!

A great week was had at NC 4-H Congress! Congratulations to our
- 4-H Presentation state presenters
- 4-H A.I.R.E winners
- Outgoing West District Officers
- 4-H Entertains presenter and…
- Two newly inducted 4-H Honor Club members!!

We are so proud of our 4-Hers and the volunteers who work with them! More specific highlights from the week to come!

🍀 Help us wish Henderson County 4-H'ers a safe and successful week at 4-H Congress in Raleigh! We know this wonderful group will represent Henderson County well! 🍀

We have had a great week here at Millstone 4-H Camp! 🍀🍀🍀

Thank you to our donors who contributed to 4-H Camp Scholarships making this experience a reality!

The results are in and they show we have some pretty awesome 4-Hers! 🍀🍀

A 4-H Project Record is a completed summary of a project area where 4-Hers showcase how and what skills they learned within their 4-H project! 4-Hers set their goals at the beginning of the year to complete by the end of their project. Volunteer judges share this is one of their favorite things to help with, to read all about the awesome things 4-Hers are learning!

**Click to see the results of the project records who advanced to the west district level.**
https://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/898440-2022/

Come out and make nature journals with 4-H PA Alex!

Need to get the kids out of the house? Looking for something to do away from the heat and rain? Join us TODAY at Green River Library for a free 4-H activity!

Come out and create your own nature journal! During this program participants will learn how to use their journal as a tool to study the world around them.

4:30pm
Green River Library
For ages 8-18

The Honeybee 4-H Club was buzzing 🐝 with excitement to get into some hives last week!

4-Hers with the Young Naturalist 4-H Club competed Saturday, May 4 in the State 4-H W.H.E.P competition held at FENCE State Park in Tryon, NC. Read more about the competition and results by clicking the link below!
https://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/2024/05/4-h-w-h-e-p-competition-2024-results/

“I am so very proud of all of our competitors as well as for those who attended all of the WHEP practices every week. Congratulations to all our WHEPPERS. You all are awesome!!” – Ranae Worrell (4-H Club Leader)

We had a great day “learning by doing” on Saturday with 4-H Teens!

Skills learned:
✅ Canoeing and boat safety
✅ Casting and fishing
✅ Orienteering workshop (compass skills and pacing - organized and led by 4-H West District officers Maggie McCall and Ellie Askin)
✅ Making recylced paper to reuse or compost

Thank you Orchard Lake Campground. Saluda NC for being a great host site to have fun while learning!
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🍀Looking for some fun (and educational) programs this summer? Check out the 4-H Discovery Series at public libraries across the county! 🍀

Programs are listed here: https://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/2023/11/edneyville-library-4-h-discovery-series/

🍀🍀4-H County Activity Day, 2024!🍀🍀
This past Saturday Henderson County 4-H had 44 presenters participate in the public speaking program and 4 performers in 4-H Entertains!
(not all pictured).

We are so proud of each and every 4-Hers! Thank you to our 22 volunteer judges who helped on Saturday and the parents, grandparents, and leaders who continually contribute to these youth.

It is Day 5 of Volunteer Appreciation Week!

Today we celebrate the volunteers of yesteryear! Volunteers have been and will always be the backbone of 4-H.

Do you recognize any of these Henderson County 4-H'ers from the past?

🍀It is Day 4 of Volunteer Appreciation Week!

Today local 4-H youth share their appreciation for volunteer leaders. Read their comments and learn the huge impact that volunteers can have on a youths life. 🍀

🍀It is day 3 of Volunteer Appreciation Week!

Today we highlight a few of our ❤️ many ❤️ award winning volunteers! We are so thankful for ALL of our volunteers! 🍀

It is Day 2 of Volunteer Appreciation Week!

Today we highlight the volunteers whose passion and dedication lead them to continue learning! Thank you for taking time out of your busy lives to attend training sessions.

Are you interested in becoming a 4-H Volunteer? Or are you currently involved in 4-H and want to learn more? Check out these upcoming training opportunities.

🍀June 1st- 4-H Club: Target Shooting Sports Program Focus
🍀June 11th - 4-H Club: Community and Special Focused Clubs

Sign up for these training sessions here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdw1GyPmYKYtPJ4WljJ22vL8TQnh9sw9FQE7EFO7IN7XeykyQ/viewform

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEShjfwMYZ_9buS2I3Q7RZbQbLkdqfSsU0CnrUECwoVZO8zQ/viewform

🍀Today marks the beginning of National Volunteer Week!🍀

This week will be spent celebrating our amazing 4-H volunteers who play a crucial role in shaping the lives of young people in North Carolina. They go above and beyond, investing time, energy, and passion to make a lasting difference within Henderson County 4-H, expecting nothing in return.

All of our volunteers, past and present, have made a positive impact on the community! 🍀Comment and share a story about a 4-H Volunteer who made an impact on your life.🍀

Thank you She Farms Too- Henderson County Farm Bureau Women for teaching 4-H Club members important life skills in such a fun way!! 🍀

FREE local opportunity for families and educators will take place at the Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center in Mills River, NC on April 22nd from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Faculty from the NC State University College of Education will provide four break-out workshops to choose from. Meal provided so registration is REQUIRED for this FREE event! Click the link below to register!
https://buncombe.ces.ncsu.edu/2024/03/ncsu-college-of-education-program-for-families-in-wnc/

Workshop #1: Assisting Young Children to Read
Workshop #2: Strategies for Supporting Multilingual in Grades k-12
Workshop #3: Building Resilience in Young Adolescence and Teens
Workshop #4: Preparing for College by the College Foundation, Inc.

🐐 Does your child enjoy being around farm animals? Here is their chance to care for goats at Carl Sandburg Home NHS. Kids ages 11-17 are encouraged to apply!

Henderson County 4-H FRESH Program 2024 Henderson County 4-H and the National Park Service are thrilled to announce the continuation of the FRESH (Flat Rock’s Exceptional Sandburg Helpers) Program for summer 2024! FRESH participants will have the opportunity to learn about goat care and management, complete daily chores, and interact wi...

We still have ASPARAGUS & ELDERBERRIES for sale!

Asparagus is only $2 per plant.
Elderberries are only $16 per plant.

Buy today before they sell out! Proceeds benefit Henderson County 4-H youth.

Order here: https://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/2024/02/4-h-plant-sale-for-2024/

🌱 Have your ordered your plants yet? Now is your chance to order Elderberries!

Elderberries are very easy to grow and good for you due to a very high anthocyanin content. The berries are popular for their unique flavor in pies, sauces, jellies, and jams. The flowers can also be used to make syrup and other recipes!

🍇Quick Facts
Elderberry is prized for its medicinal qualities

Elderberry shrubs produce large, creamy-white flowers

Elderberries are not drought tolerant.

Keep the soil moist throughout the establishment period

Elderberry shrubs can reach up to 12’.

pH: 6.0 - 6.8

Spacing:
In-row spacing: 3’ - 6’
Between rows: 10’ - 12’

Check out our Website for more Info: https://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/annual-spring-plant-sale/

AIRE (Application, Interview, Resume, and Essay) is a workforce development and college prep program where you “interview” to win National 4-H trips! These trips are at no cost if you are selected for the “job!”

*Must be an active member of 4-H to participate in this program*

4-H A.I.R.E What is A.I.R.E? AIRE (Application, Interview, Resume, and Essay) is a workforce development and college prep program where you “interview” to win National 4-H trips! These trips are at no cost if you are selected for the “job!” Who Can Participate? Youths, ages 11 – 18, are eligible to pa...

Make sure you order your plants soon!

Know Before You Grow: Asparagus

🌱Asparagus is a long term investment! A well prepared, well cared for asparagus bed can be productive for ten years or more, so choose its spot carefully. Asparagus grows tall with fern-like foliage which could make an attractive garden border or backdrop.

🌱Quick Facts
An asparagus plant can last 15 years.
Crowns grow vertically and horizontally. Planting at the right depth is important.
Good soil moisture is important at planting for good root and fern growth.
Begin harvest two years after planting crowns, and three years after planting seeds.

🌱pH: 7.2 or higher

🌱Spacing:
In-row spacing, green: 12” - 14” between plants
In-row spacing, purple: 6” - 8” for purple varieties
Between rows: 5’

Check out our Website for more Info: https://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/annual-spring-plant-sale/