Author Archives: andrea.amador

County Photography Contest

Sent,  Dear 4-H Members and Families, This is a call for entries for the 2024 Tarrant County 4-H Photography Contest.  As a reminder, this is the contest that will serve as the qualifier for State for 4-H Seniors. All photos must be uploaded through the entry form. 4-H Photo Contest Google Form  by Thursday, March 14, 2024. We will follow the 2023-2024 Photography Rules and Guidelines  Remember, the State photo contest will be open for entries from April 1st to April 15th through 4-H Online and Submittable. The county contest will be judged before this time… Read More →

What is a 4-H Project Training

Sent,  Hello Tarrant County 4-H families, If you are new to 4-H or just need a refresher on how 4-H projects work, completing projects, starting new projects and keeping good records.  Please sign up to join us Monday, February 26th from 6:30-8:00 PM virtually via Zoom.  Scan the QR code on the flyer or sign up at the link below.  Let me know if you have any questions.  See you there! Registration link: https://forms.gle/nP8xjAeXruy3zr437 Jordan Peldyak Tarrant County 4-H Prairie View A&M University College of Agriculture, Food, and… Read More →

2024 Houston Calf Scramble Entries Needed

Sent,  Dear 4-H Members and Families, We have received your online entries for your 2024 HLSR scramblers.  This is a call for a second wave of entries, as our waitlist is beginning to dwindle.  If you have additional students that would like to scramble at the 2024 show, please have them complete the application (with all signatures and notarization) and e-mail it back to me.  Make sure they put ALL dates they are available, so that I can get them scheduled as soon as something becomes available.  The… Read More →

District IV Livestock Judging

Sent,  Dear 4-H Members and Families, Click on the link below to see the District IV Livestock Judging Contest Memo.  Please note that this year the location has been moved from the Brazos Expo Center to the Louis Pearce Pavilion in College Station. 2023-2024 Livestock Judging Contest Memo  

4-H Prairie View S.A.L.E Scholarship

Sent,  Dear 4-H Members and Families, I am very excited to announce that the 2024 San Antonio Livestock Exposition Scholars Scholarship application is now open. I have attached the English and Spanish flyers for you to share with your communities and youth. This scholarship is a great opportunity to help our youth towards their post-secondary education. Please share the flyer, link, and QR code in your blogs, social media, newsletters, emails, and committee meetings. We want to make sure this opportunity is presented to every youth we work… Read More →

Vet Science Skills Camp

Sent,  Dear 4-H Members and Families, Keller 4-H Veterinary Science Project is hosting a 4-H Veterinary Science Skills Camp on April 20, 2024 in Springtown, Texas. This camp will be open to 4-H members in 5th – 11th grades. Youth will be grouped by age as they rotate through the stations. Dr. Gursky and Dr. Doering are two Veterinarians who will be teaching as well as several Veterinary Technician. More information will be coming soon once the details are finalized in the coming weeks. Sign up to get… Read More →

Tandy Leather 4-H Workshop Opportunities

Sent,  To The 4-H of Tarrant County, For more than 100 years Tandy Leather has been inspiring people to make their mark in leather crafting by providing materials needed to create one-of-a-kind projects. No matter if you are new to the craft or a seasoned professional, Tandy Leather is a trusted brand in the leathercrafting community. Much like 4H, we aim to inspire creativity and foster lifelong passions. Our Fort Worth Flagship store is the perfect location to explore your interest in leather crafting and further develop your… Read More →

CYC and ALA Meeting 1.22.24

Sent,  Dear 4-H Members and Families, Join us for our January CYC Meeting! The Adult Leaders will also be meeting Monday night at 6:30pm.  

4-H Bake a Palooza

Sent,  Dear 4-H Members and Families, Keller 4-H is hosting a “Bake-a-Palooza” – Youth Baked Goods Contest! When: Saturday, February 17, 2024 Where: 1801 Circle Dr., Fort Worth, TX  76119 Check-in begins at 8:00 a.m., *All baked goods must be turned in by 9:00 a.m. Please read the Flyer and Memos below for full information! 3 Age Divisions (Junior, Intermediate & Senior) 5 categories (Breads, Cakes, Candy, Cookies, Pies) $5 per entry or $20 for all 5 categories Awards for 1st – 3rd place For questions, email: 4hkeller@gmail.com… Read More →

Join the Smithsonian for a Collaborative Action Research Project!

Sent,  Dear 4-H Members and Families, We are seeking youth participants ages 14-19 to join a virtual collaborative action research project focused on our Food! How do we ensure good nutrition for all?. Please pass along the information below to students in your network, and please do let me know if there are any questions at all. Thanks so much!  Alexa =========================================================As part of the Network for Emergent Socio-Scientific Thinking (NESST), the Smithsonian Science Education Center is assembling a group of students ages 14-19 to participate in a collaborative action research program on the topic of Food! How do we ensure good nutrition for… Read More →