• Horse Project Drill Team meet & practice will start April 30th at the Fairgrounds.
• Sheep and Goat weigh in will be May 3rd from 9 to 11 am at the Fairgrounds.
• Dog Practices start May 6th and are every Tuesday at 6:30 pm until July 8th.
• 4Honline Help day will be May 10th from 1 pm to 6 pm at the Extension office. (Details below)
• The May Ambassador Meeting will be on May 10th at 6 pm at the Extension Office Room 108
• The May Federation Meeting will be on May 10th at 7 pm at the Extension Office Room 108
• ANIMAL ID DEADLINE IS MAY 15TH
• Auction Committee Meeting will be on June 4th at the Fairgrounds at 7pm.
• The June Ambassador Meeting will be on June 14th at 6 pm in Room 108 of the Extension Office.
• The June Federation Meeting will be on June 14th at 7 pm in Room 108 of the Extension Office.
• Fillmore County 4-H Dog show will be July 12th, at the Fairgrounds.
• County Fair will be July 21st - July 27th, 2025

Alex will be available on May 10th from 1 to 6 pm to help 4honline issues related to Animal ID and enrollment, Contact Alex prior to May 10th at coexx049@umn.edu to ensure a help time. Otherwise use the Scheduler located at the top of the page.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 10th at 1 PM and join us to tour one of the most state-of-the-art show lamb operations in the region. By attending this tour, you’re stepping into a place where innovation meets tradition, and where tomorrow’s farming practices are being shaped today.

As part of the tour, you’ll get an up-close look at:

• Innovative Sheep Farming Techniques: Learn how modern technology is transforming the show lamb industry through AI & ET breeding. Discover how the facility incorporates cutting-edge breeding, feeding, and animal health management practices.

• Knowledgeable Experts: Hear from Graham and Evan, MN 4-H and FFA alumni, about their operation, how they have incorporated technology into their practices, and their thoughts on the future of the sheep industry.

• Q&A Sessions: Have all your questions answered! Come with your questions about show lamb nutrition, pre-show daily routines, AI/ET, show barn set-up, equipment, etc.

Why Attend?

This event offers a unique opportunity for 4-H sheep exhibitors to:

• Expand their knowledge of the sheep industry and show lambs.

• Learn directly from experts in the field who are shaping the future of the show lamb industry.

• Engage with peers and mentors who share the same passion for sheep and the junior livestock industry.

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1PM

Dee Brothers LLC

27285 Galaxie Ave W, Farmington MN

Sponsored and hosted by the Goodhue County 4-H Sheep PDC - no registration is required. Attendance will be taken at the event and communicated back to counties with participation.

🐄🐑🐐🐖 Curious about livestock judging?

This summer, take your 4-H experience to the next level by joining one of our Minnesota 4-H Livestock Judging Day Camps!

These hands-on camps focus on the evaluation of beef, meat goats, sheep and swine—an essential skill to enhance your livestock project knowledge. This day camp will be a fun and educational way to boost your confidence and understanding of animal selection. Whether you're new to judging or want to sharpen your skills, you’ll learn:

✅ Fundamentals of animal evaluation

✅ Key judging terms

✅ Judging logistics

✅ and so much more!

Camp Details:

👤 Open to all 4-H youth in grades 6-12 and adults interested in coaching

💰 Cost is $10 per person (includes supplies and lunch).

💻 Register in 4-H Online by May 25 for Fertile and June 5 for St. Peter and Alexandria.

🚨 Register soon, as space is limited!

June 16-18, 2025: Grades 6-8

June 18-20, 2025: Grades 3-5

*Families have the option to enroll their 5th grade youth in the 6-8th grade camp.

Have fun, meet new friends and explore new things at 4-H Regional Camp at Whitewater State Park! Campers will spend three days and two nights at camp enjoying swimming, hiking, nature activities, games, the arts, music, crafts, educational programs, great food, cabin life, reflective campfires and more! Throughout camp, you will experience and learn leadership, teamwork, cooperation and self-responsibility, while making healthy lifestyle choices. 4-H staff and high-school aged camp counselors (9th – 12+) are prepared and ready to deliver an exciting and safe camp for you! You don’t want to miss 4-H Regional Camp this summer! Camp is open to all youth, so invite your friends to join!!!
Who: Youth currently in grades 3-5 and 6-8

What: 4-H Regional Summer camp
When: June 16-18: Grades 6-8
June 18-20: Grades 3-5

Where: Whitewater State Park, near St. Charles, located in the beautiful bluffs of SE Minnesota, with cliffs, trout streams, prairie areas and hardwood forests.
Whitewater State Park provides a perfect background for 4-H Regional Camp!

Cost: $110.00/camper. If cost is a concern for your family, please contact your local 4-H Educator to discuss options. Registration fee includes meals and lodging for three days/two nights, supplies, water bottle, and a camp t-shirt. Registration fees are non-refundable.

Register: The registration form is available online at mn.4honline.com until May 30th. Please click “events” under your child's profile and you should be able to find the event. Not a current member? Please contact your local 4-H office to get started and access the camp registration!

Questions about camp? Contact Kim Stehr at winge109@umn.edu or Rebecca Paulson at rpaulson@umn.edu

Questions about how to register through 4HOnline? Please reach out to Jeannie Ward at wardx064@umn.edu

Alexander Coe

Fillmore County 4-H Extension Educator

902 Houston St NW # 3, Preston, MN 55965

University of Minnesota

Email: coexx049@umn.edu

Office Phone: 507-765-3896

M - F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Cell: 507-216-2999

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