Kittitas County 4-H

06/06/2026

Congratulations to all of the Top 10 Seniors, Intermediates, and Juniors in the 2026 Sheep & Goat Pre‑Show Judging. Your hard work, sportsmanship, and dedication to your animals truly shine.

Thank you to our families, leaders, and volunteers who make opportunities like this possible. We’re thankful for the support from our amazing community!

06/04/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Kittitas County 4-H Class of 2026! 🎓

As you celebrate this incredible milestone, we want to recognize and thank each of you for the time, dedication, leadership, and hard work you have invested in 4-H throughout the years. Whether you were raising livestock, developing leadership skills, serving your community, competing in projects, or mentoring younger members, you have helped make our 4-H program stronger.

Your commitment, perseverance, and willingness to learn have left a lasting impact on our clubs, our communities, and everyone who has had the opportunity to work alongside you. We are proud of all that you have accomplished and excited to see where your future takes you.

A heartfelt thank you also goes to the parents, guardians, families, and volunteers who supported these young people every step of the way. Your encouragement, countless hours, transportation, guidance, and unwavering support helped make their 4-H journey possible.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! We wish you continued success and hope you will always carry the Head, Heart, Hands, and Health of 4-H with you wherever life leads.

Special thank you to Root 'n' Tillie Media for our photo shoot and to Glenna Maskal and Kittitas County 4-H Council for sponsoring the Senior 4-H Cords.

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05/23/2026

Heads up, families — the State 4‑H Teen Conference is filling quickly this year. If your teen is hoping to attend (especially for high‑demand workshops like the vet school tour), early registration is the best way to secure their spot.

This conference is an amazing chance to experience WSU, build leadership skills, and connect with teens from across Washington.

Learn more and register:

June 23-26, 2025 • Washington State University High-school aged teens (those who have completed 8th grade and up) are encouraged to come to the Pullman Campus of Washington State University in June of 2025 for…

05/21/2026

Interested in learning how 4‑H still exhibits are judged?
Our friends in King County are hosting a 4‑H Still Entry Judges Training on May 30 in Puyallup, and it’s open to anyone who wants to build their skills or explore judging for fairs and events.

Workshops include Food Activities, Photography, Textile Arts, and Posters/Public Presentations.
Full‑day and partial‑day options are available, and cost should never be a barrier.

Learn more or register here:
https://extension.wsu.edu/king/event/4-h-still-entry-judges-training-westside

05/21/2026

🍀 Clover Rovers Baking Spotlight! 🍰
Ashlyn & Brielle from our Kittitas County 4‑H Baking Project in the Clover Rovers club baked these incredible cupcakes — and they even shared their recipe so everyone can try them at home.

Their creativity, teamwork, and bright smiles are exactly what make 4‑H such a special place for youth to learn and grow.

Recipe link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19x9vpM5tTlm9IPwFoTIja2Mh6R6_h7yo/view?usp=sharing

Great job, Ashlyn & Brielle. You make Kittitas County 4‑H proud.

05/20/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the 2026 Kittitas County 4-H scholarship recipients!

Each of these outstanding youth has demonstrated leadership, dedication, and a commitment to their communities. Please join us in celebrating their hard work and bright futures.

Congratulations to:
• Veronica Mattson – Jeanette K. Burghart Memorial Scholarship
• Aleksandra Adams – 4‑H Leaders Council Scholarship
• Hailey Vraves – 4‑H Leaders Council Scholarship
• Hunter McKean – Barbara Schnebly Shaw Scholarship
• Chloe Clyburn – Barbara Schnebly Shaw Scholarship
• Georgia Jenks – 4‑H Endowment Trust Fund Scholarship

We’re proud of all the amazing youth who applied and continue to make a positive impact through 4-H! 💚

05/19/2026

Registration is NOW OPEN for the Kittitas County 4-H & Be Crash Free RideSafe Dirt Bike Clinic!

We are excited to partner with Be Crash Free to offer a fun, hands-on riding clinic for youth ages 8–18 on June 20th from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

This 4-hour introductory course is designed to help young riders build confidence and learn safe riding skills in a supportive environment with certified instructors. Participants will learn:
✔️ Basic motorcycle controls
✔️ Riding safety and protective gear
✔️ Starting, stopping, and turning
✔️ Balance and obstacle navigation

📍 Date: June 20, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
💲 Cost: $150
👦 Ages: 8–18

Riders will need to provide their own dirt bike and required safety gear (please reach out if you do not have a bike but would like to participate).

This is a great opportunity for youth interested in riding and for families interested in future Kittitas County 4-H dirt bike opportunities!

Register here:
https://motors.becrashfree.com/p/i5OaMvZgzrpy

Please share with anyone who may be interested!
#4-HGrowsHere

05/18/2026

🍀Huge Congratulations 🏆 to our On Target Shooting Sports Kittitas County 4-H Youth who had a great showing at State this past weekend.

05/17/2026

World Baking Day tastes a little sweeter thanks to our Sheepsteers 4‑H Club.

They sent in their cinnamon roll recipe and some awesome baking photos — and we couldn’t resist sharing their hard work and creativity.

Great job, Sheepsteers!
Recipe: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aoLKEe4UKNEYNhq9Pt6A-_l-4iTQWelA/view?usp=sharing

#4-HGrowsHere

05/16/2026

The May Focus is here and full of helpful info for families—events, meetings, pre‑show updates, and upcoming opportunities across Kittitas County 4‑H.
Take a look and stay connected with everything happening this month.

https://extension.wsu.edu/kittitas/youth/4-h-focus/