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South Byron 4-H Club June Meeting |
June meeting was fun @ Fondy Sports Complex! Meeting was held with fair updates and reminders, raffle ticket distribution, Adult Leader concession stand volunteers, 4-H apparel distribution. Next month leads us into our meeting and tour of Forest Ridge Holsteins.
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Mark your calendar for Arts Camp! |
Arts Camp will be BACK in 2026 from October 3-4. Arts Camp is an opportunity for youth in grades 6-8 to explore many types of art including: drawing, painting, theater, dance, culinary, nature arts, & music. 4-Hers can join us at Upham Woods in Wisconsin Dells to grow their creative skills, connect with new friends, and explore sparks. Registration will be open from July 15-August 15. Learn more
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| Need Market Livestock points for the fair? |
We are pleased to welcome guest speaker Mike Yahr, who will present on Fair Animal Nutrition and Care. Mike brings valuable experience and encourages youth to ask questions about their own livestock projects. This workshop will also include a hands-on learning activity, where participants will create their own feed rations after learning the basics of feeding market livestock. It’s a fun and practical way to apply what they learn right away!
When: Thursday, June 25 at 5:00 PM
Where: Fond du Lac County Campus (FCC), 400 University Dr., Room 205/206
Registration is required by June 22 at https://forms.gle/nNqQWeAA8MrxQN9G6 so we can plan materials for the hands-on activity.
Bonus: Youth who attend can earn 2 points toward selling eligibility if they still need points.
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Dairy Showmanship Workshop & Updates |
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We have scheduled a second in person showmanship workshop in FDL for those not able to attend others that have been in the area. "Red Carpet Ready - What does it mean to make your animal look her best at all times?" is scheduled for Monday, July 6, 2026 at 6:30pm to approximately 7:30pm at Forest Ridge Holsteins, W2133 Randellen Lane, Eden 53019 This workshop will be presented by Joseta Halbur and will fulfill the showmanship workshop requirement to participate in the dairy project for the FDL County Fair. Please come ready to work with cattle.
The Market Livestock Committee is looking for five Dairy Project adults and/or exhibitors, 12 years and older, to help on Thursday, July 16 from 3:45 to 4:45 with the Meat Animal Sale meal. Please reach out to Jessica Francis at 920-539-8530 or franjes14@gmail.com with any questions.
Sarah Loehr, Dairy Superintendent
608.792.7013 | sarahloehr24@gmail.com
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NEW Market Livestock Committee Updates |
HERDSMANSHIP
This is an important update regarding herdsmanship as it differs from what is outlined in the 2026 Fair Book.
Beef/swine herdsmanship awards will be based on the number of animals in the club or chapter. Three awards will be given for large clubs/chapters, and three awards will be given for small clubs/chapters. Cash prizes of $40, $30, and $20 will be awarded.
Lamb/sheep and market goats herdsmanship awards will be given as a group. Only three awards will be given to the entire group. Cash prizes of $40, $30, and $20 will be awarded.
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County Fair Office Information |
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Fair Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am-4:30pm
Contact the office at office@fonddulaccountyfair.com or 920-929-3168 with any questions about exhibits, entries, camping, or tickets.
Camper registration is available on the fair website under Exhibitors. Forms must be returned to the Fair Office.
Reserved weekly parking passes are now available on the Fair website under Buy Tix.
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Volunteers Still Needed for the Food Stands & Silent Auction! |
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Save the Date for 4-H Graduation on Sunday, July 19th at 2pm at the Fond du Lac County Fair in the Expo building.
Youth in grades 12 & 13, please complete this graduation survey by Friday, June 26 to indicate whether you will be graduating or staying with the 4-H program one additional year. This also helps us have an accurate program and materials for graduation.
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TLA Meeting - June 22, 6:45pm at Rolling Meadows Meeting Room
LEGO Club - June 23, 6:30-8:00pm, Fond du Lac County Campus
Cloverbud Day Camp: Foodie Camp - June 24, 9am-3pm, Fond du Lac County Campus
Junior Master Gardeners - June 25, 1pm at the Fond du Lac County Campus
Dog Project Class - June 25, 5pm at FDL Co Fairgrounds Rec Center
Market Livestock Nutrition Workshop - June 25, 5pm at the Fond du Lac County Campus
Youth can earn 2 points by participating
Swine/Sheep/Goat Barn Pen Set Up - June 27, 7:00 a.m.
Mandatory Small Animal Barn Set Up - June 27, 9am at the Fairgrounds Small Animal Barn
Around the World Camp - June 29-July 1, 9am-3pm, Fond du Lac County Campus
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Extension Office Closed - Friday, July 3
Dairy Showmanship Workshop - July 6, 6:30pm, Forest Ridge Holsteins, W2133 Randellen Lane, Eden
Small Animal Project Meeting - July 7, 6:30pm, FDL County Fairgrounds Small Animal Barn
Junior Master Gardeners - July 9 & 23, 1pm at the Fond du Lac County Campus
Pre-Fair Judging - July 9, 1-7pm, FDL Co. Fairgrounds
Dog Project Class - July 9, 5pm at FDL Co Fairgrounds Rec Center
Market Livestock Barn display set up - July 12, 8am-5pm
Mandatory Market Livestock Pre-Fair Meeting - July 12 OR July 14, 3 pm, FDL Co. Fairgrounds Cow Palace
Market Livestock Barn display set up - July 13, Barns open at 8am
Pre-Fair Judging - July 14, 1-7 pm, FDL Co. Fairgrounds
Fond du Lac County Fair - July 15-19
4-H Graduation - July 19, 2:00 pm, Fairgrounds Expo Building
Market Livestock Wrap Up Meeting - July 19, 5:30 pm
Cloverbud Day Camp: Superhero Camp - July 22, 9am-3pm, Fond du Lac County Campus
TLA Meeting - July 27, 6:45 pm, Rolling Meadows
STEM: Wizarding Day Camp - July 28-30, 9am-3pm, Fond du Lac County Campus
*No LEGO Club meeting in July
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