Dakota County 4-H

Dakota County 4-H 4-H is an organization for any youth in Kindergarten through one year past high school. Town, or country Dakota County 4-H has something for you!

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Another spectacular day at the MN State Fair for our general exhibitors. Congratulations to all!
09/05/2026

Another spectacular day at the MN State Fair for our general exhibitors. Congratulations to all!

So much talent showcased in the 4-H Building at the Minnesota State Fair! We wish our youth the best of luck as they s...
09/04/2026

So much talent showcased in the 4-H Building at the Minnesota State Fair! We wish our youth the best of luck as they showcase their exhibits and participate in conference judging.

Best wishes to our 4-H youth headed to the 4-H Building at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds for showcase judging! You got...
09/03/2026

Best wishes to our 4-H youth headed to the 4-H Building at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds for showcase judging! You got this!

Youth in grades 7+ are invited to join us for 4‑H Camera Camp, Oct. 15–16 at Camp Eden Wood in Eden Prairie! Participant...
09/02/2026

Youth in grades 7+ are invited to join us for 4‑H Camera Camp, Oct. 15–16 at Camp Eden Wood in Eden Prairie! Participants will spend two days building skills in photography basics, lighting, special effects, and drone photography. They’ll get hands‑on practice supported by experienced photographers, while also learning about careers in the field. Cost is $50 and includes lodging, meals, snacks, and materials. Space is limited. Register on 4‑H Online by Sept. 28. More info at z.umn.edu/4HCameraCamp

Staff are planning project learning workshops for 2026-27 and would like ideas and suggestions for topics and/or to offe...
09/01/2026

Staff are planning project learning workshops for 2026-27 and would like ideas and suggestions for topics and/or to offer.

Do you have a special talent or skill to share? Is there a project youth in your household would like to explore?

Send ideas to Kris V, [email protected].

Stop by and learn what Dakota County 4-H has to offer.Thursday, October 86 - 7:30 p.m.Dakota County Extension and Conser...
08/31/2026

Stop by and learn what Dakota County 4-H has to offer.

Thursday, October 8
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Dakota County Extension and Conservation Center
4100 220th St W, Farmington

Talk to staff, make a craft, meet current 4-H'ers and learn how to enroll.
Questions can be directed to Kris V, [email protected], 651-480-7700.

Congratulations to our Senior Dairy Judging Team on placing 2nd at the State Competition yesterday!!! We are incredibly ...
08/28/2026

Congratulations to our Senior Dairy Judging Team on placing 2nd at the State Competition yesterday!!!

We are incredibly proud of each of you and all the hard work, dedication, and commitment you have poured into this team. Your efforts truly paid off, and you should be so proud of this accomplishment!

A huge thank you to Eric and Gabriella Houdek for the countless hours, guidance, and dedication you have given to this team. Your time and commitment have made such an impact, and we are so grateful for everything you do!

Congratulations, team! We are so proud of you!

Planning is underway for 2026-27 general project education opportunities. Staff are looking for suggestions on any subje...
08/27/2026

Planning is underway for 2026-27 general project education opportunities.

Staff are looking for suggestions on any subjects or guest instructors. General projects range from foods to photography and agronomy to aerospace. Contact Kris Vatter with any and all suggestions., [email protected].

A huge congratulations to our Senior General Livestock Judging Team for placing 2nd at the State Contest! We are so prou...
08/27/2026

A huge congratulations to our Senior General Livestock Judging Team for placing 2nd at the State Contest! We are so proud of all their hard work and dedication!

Next stop: Kansas City in October!

Also a big thank you to our coaches Matt Duff, Katie Radman and Charlie Radman for the countless hours they put in preparing these youth!

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4100 220th Street W Ste 101
Farmington, MN
55024

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