Best of Luck at the Iowa County Fair!
As we head into the Iowa County Fair, we want to wish all of our 4-H members the very best of luck with their projects. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment throughout the year are what make this event so special. Whether you're exhibiting livestock, showcasing a creative project, or participating in one of the many fair activities, take pride in everything you have accomplished. Remember to have fun, learn from the experience, and support your fellow exhibitors. We are proud of each and every one of you and look forward to seeing all your hard work on display. Good luck and enjoy the fair!
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Join us Saturday, October 24 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Iowa County Fairgrounds in Mineral Point for the annual 4-H Art & Craft Show! Shop a wide variety of unique, handmade items from talented local crafters—all under one roof. The Iowa County 4-H Equine Club will also be offering a food stand during the event. Don’t miss this great opportunity to find one-of-a-kind gifts and support 4-H!
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Great news—updated 4-H record book pages are now available and editable in Canva! Members can easily customize their Yearly Record Book, including cover pages, project lists, goal setting, stories, and project area pages such as expressive arts, leadership, family & health, agriculture, STEM, and more. Take advantage of these user-friendly templates to make record keeping easier and more engaging!
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Explore the basics of plants and plant science—plant growth, soils, plant varieties, pest control measures, equipment, and gardening techniques—through 4-H plants, soils, and gardening projects. Learn about crop and soil sciences wherever you can grow plants, whether that’s in a basket, on a small garden plot, or on an acre of land.
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2026-2027 State & National Experiences Calendar |
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Please note: Due to September 1 being the beginning of the program year, 4-H Online may be locked down until September 2. Please plan on registration for Fall Forum being open from September 2-15.
Registration is opening soon for Fall Forum 2026, held from November 6-8, 2026 in Stevens Point, WI!
At Fall Forum, participants can look forward to:
- An inspiring keynote address
-Opportunities to participate in dozens of youth- and adult-led workshops
- Choose-your-own-adventure interactive activities
- Reflection on the weekend and future goal setting
Registration will open on September 2 and will close on September 15, 2026!
Explore more about Fall Forum here: go.wisc.edu/4hfallforum
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The Iowa County 4-H Leaders Association is committed to helping make 4-H accessible to all youth. Families may request reimbursement for a portion of the registration fees they pay for an experience in 4-H.
The Leaders Association may reimburse up to 1/3 of the total cost of the experience. Reimbursement amounts are subject to approval and available funds.
A short reflection (3 questions below) is required as part of the reimbursement process to help us share the impact of the program with our supporters.
Reimbursement requests may be submitted for participation in approved educational livestock events, including but not limited to Show Clinic, Area Animal Science Days, Animal Judging, Arts Camp, Art Classes, etc.
If you have any questions, please contact the Extension Office. 608-930-9850.
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Feedback, questions or accessibility issues: info@extension.wisc.edu | © 2023 The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities or limitations should be made prior to the date of the program or activity for which it is needed. Please do so as early as possible prior to the program or activity so that proper arrangements can be made. Requests are kept confidential.
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law.
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