Taylor County Iowa 4-H

09/14/2026

Our Bedford Clover Kids kicked off the new year learning all about APPLES! They enjoyed taste testing the various apple products the most!🍏🍎

We're so excited for a great new year! There is still time to enroll in Clover Kids here: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/taylor/clover-kids

09/14/2026

Reminder: Applications are due this Wednesday, September 16 to [email protected] or to the Taylor County Extension Office.

Applications have opened for Taylor County 4-H Livestock Committees.

This committee will support Taylor County 4-H Staff, livestock superintendents, volunteers and members in conducting meaningful educational experiences to help youth grow and reach their full potential for Taylor County 4-H. They will also work alongside the junior livestock superintendents.

Committee applications are due to Kristen by Wednesday, September 16 and will be reviewed by the Taylor County Extension Council.

Read the job description and complete the application below in the comments or by visiting our website (Under Applications and Forms): https://www.extension.iastate.edu/taylor/club-resources

09/14/2026

Taylor County enjoyed a day of professional development focused on leadership development and programs. Kristen is eager to implement what she learned back into Taylor County!

09/11/2026

What a fun (& sweet) way to kick off the new 4-H year! We're so happy you guys could make it out to our Back to School Bash! We can't wait for a BIG year full of fun, growth and learning in Taylor County 4-H.

Thank you to Taylor County Cattlemen Association - Iowa for grilling for our group!

09/11/2026

📋 Virtual Club Officer Trainings 📋

Join us on October 22, November 4, or November 17 at 7:00pm.

The training will feature: Leadership Discussion, Parliamentary Procedure, Officer Breakouts, and a Mock Meeting.

Registration is open in 4-H Online and will close 1 day prior to training ➡️ https://v2.4honline.com/

09/09/2026

There is still time to RSVP for our Back to School Bash tomorrow evening (9/10)! Weather pending, we will be at the Pavilion OR in the 4-H Building! We can't wait to see you and celebrate a great year!

🍀RSVP here: https://iastate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9ocefo6e9WmUh7g

You're invited to attend our 4-H Back to School Bash! Come celebrate, connect and kick off a great new 4-H year!

We're looking forward to a jam-packed night!
🍀Discover 4-H & Clover Kids programs available to youth.
🎉Celebrate a New 4-H Year
🍔Enjoy a Meal Together with your 4-H Family
🏆Celebrate Your Hard Work
🤾‍♀️Get competitive with a Gaga Ball Tournament

Whether you're a current 4-H family, a Clover Kid, or you've been wondering what 4-H is all about, we'd love to have you join us!💚

🍀RSVP here: https://iastate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9ocefo6e9WmUh7g

09/08/2026

Celebrating and congratulating our 2026 State Fair Participants that represented Taylor County 4-H! As a county, we are proud of each and every exhibitor and the work they did on the big state during the Iowa State Fair!🍀

Read more of our county youth's stellar accomplishments here: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/taylor/2026-taylor-county-fair-state-fair-results

09/08/2026

Reminder, any rule request must be submitted to [email protected] by TODAY.

Any rule change requests or proposals for the Taylor County Fair Book should be made to Kristen no later than Tuesday, September 8th via email: [email protected]

Contact Kristen with any questions.

09/04/2026

🍀Enrollment for Taylor County Clover Kids is open!

🌱A new year means new opportunities to explore, learn, and grow! It’s time to choose your projects and pathways and get ready to lay your foundation for what is ahead in your Clover Kids & 4-H Journey! Exciting news - we've expanded to New Market with a New Market Clover Kids. Choose from:

🍀Bedford Clover Kids
🍀Lenox Clover Kids
🍀New Market Clover Kids

Not a Clover Kid yet? Now is the perfect time to join! Discover what Taylor County Clover Kids is all about and connect with other youth while learning by doing through fun activities that build skills you’ll use for years to come.

Enroll your youth in Clover Kids through 4-H Online today or reach our to Kristen Smith at the Taylor County Extension Office with any questions | [email protected]

➡️ https://v2.4honline.com/
💲New this year in Taylor County - online payment method!

09/03/2026

Can’t wait to see you next Thursday, September 10 at 6 p.m. at the fairgrounds for a nice meal and celebration! All are invited. RSVP here: https://iastate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9ocefo6e9WmUh7g