OSU Extension Hancock County

09/07/2026

Youth Pavilion Club Staffing at the Hancock County Fair - Monday September 7

As another successful Hancock County Fair comes to a close, we want to thank all of the 4-H members, volunteers, advisors, families, and fairgoers who made this year a memorable one!

The Youth Pavilion will be staffed by the Hancock County 4-H Office from 10 a.m. to Noon, followed by booth tear down from Noon to 3 p.m.

Thank you to everyone who visited the Youth Pavilion and supported our 4-H youth throughout the fair. We are proud of the hard work, dedication, and accomplishments showcased in every exhibit and project.

See you next year! 🍀

09/06/2026

Youth Pavilion Club Staffing at the Hancock County Fair - Sunday, September 6

Spend part of your day at the Youth Pavilion and explore the outstanding 4-H project displays and club booths at the Hancock County Fair!

Our volunteers are available throughout the afternoon and evening to answer questions about 4-H, share information about their clubs, and help visitors learn more about the projects on display.

Thank you to the following clubs for staffing the Youth Pavilion today:

🍀 The Baking Critters
🍀 Buttons & Bows
🍀 Eagle Creek
🍀 Paws Fur Fun
🍀 Magic Makers

Please note: The Youth Pavilion is closed from 10 a.m. to Noon.

Come support our 4-H youth and celebrate their hard work, creativity, and accomplishments!

09/05/2026

Youth Pavilion Club Staffing at the Hancock County Fair - Saturday, September 5

Make plans to visit the Youth Pavilion at the Hancock County Fair and explore the outstanding 4-H club booths and project displays!

Our 4-H volunteers are available throughout the day to answer questions about exhibits, projects, and the many opportunities available through Ohio 4-H.

Thank you to the following clubs and volunteers who are staffing the Youth Pavilion today:

🍀 Riverbend
🍀 Down in the Country Kids
🍀 Horsemasters
🍀 Country Critters
🍀 Volunteer Lori

Stop by to support our youth and see the creativity, knowledge, and hard work they have put into their projects and displays!

09/04/2026

The results are in!

Congratulations to Clever Clover, winner of the 2026 Hancock County Fair Booth People’s Choice Award in the Large Booth category!

Thank you to all who stopped by, voted, and supported all of the amazing exhibitors this year.

There’s still time to enjoy the fair! Be sure to stop out and visit the Hancock County Fair through Monday to see all the incredible exhibits, booths, and displays that make our 4-H members so special.

09/04/2026

The results are in!

Congratulations to His Kids, winner of the 2026 Hancock County Fair Booth People’s Choice Award in the Medium Booth category!

Thank you to all who stopped by, voted, and supported all of the amazing exhibitors this year.

There’s still time to enjoy the fair! Be sure to stop out and visit the Hancock County Fair through Monday to see all the incredible exhibits, booths, and displays that make our 4-H members so special.

09/04/2026

The results are in!

Congratulations to Vine & Branch, winner of the 2026 Hancock County Fair Booth People’s Choice Award in the Small Booth category!

Thank you to all who stopped by, voted, and supported all of the amazing exhibitors this year.

There’s still time to enjoy the fair! Be sure to stop out and visit the Hancock County Fair through Monday to see all the incredible exhibits, booths, and displays that make our 4-H members so special.

09/04/2026

Youth Pavilion Club Staffing at the Hancock County Fair - Friday, September 4

Come check out the amazing 4-H club booths and project work in the Youth Pavilion at the Hancock County Fair!

Our dedicated 4-H volunteers are available throughout the day and would be happy to answer your questions about 4-H, club activities, and the exhibits on display.

Support our youth and see the creativity, skills, and hard work they have put into their projects and booth displays.

A special thank you to the following clubs whose advisors are staffing the Youth Pavilion today:

🍀 Lucky Star
🍀 Jolly Jacksons
🍀 Gold Star
🍀 Rocky Ford Guys & Gals
🍀 Biglick Buckeyes
🍀 Hancock Hareraisers

09/03/2026

Youth Pavilion Club Staffing at the Hancock County Fair - Thursday, September 3

Come check out the amazing 4-H club booths and project work in the Youth Pavilion at the Hancock County Fair!

Our dedicated 4-H volunteers are available throughout the day and would be happy to answer your questions about 4-H, club activities, and the exhibits on display.

Support our youth and see the creativity, skills, and hard work they have put into their projects and booth displays.

A special thank you to the following clubs whose advisors are staffing the Youth Pavilion today:

🍀 Blue-Ribbon Stock
🍀 Final Drive
🍀 Northwest Stars
🍀 Hancock County Shooting Sports
🍀 Millstream Farmers
🍀Science Explorers

09/03/2026

🚫💧 Liquid Loss in Home Canning? Here's What You Need to Know! 🫙
Ever open your canner and find jars with less liquid than expected? 😩 You're not alone—and it’s not always a deal-breaker! Here are a few common causes:
🔸 Heat fluctuations during processing
🔸 Overfilling jars
🔸 Not removing air bubbles
🔸 A poor seal

👉 Good news: Food above the liquid line may darken, but it’s still safe to eat!
❗ BUT—if more than half the liquid is gone, pop that jar in the fridge and use it within a few days.

🔗https://nchfp.uga.edu/how/can/general-information/causes-and-possible-solutions-for-problems-with-canned-food/

09/02/2026

Learn more about those plants in your backyard. They may be more scary than you know. Sign up today!

Register for the Invasive Plant Workshop on Saturday, October 3rd by using the QR code found at the bottom of the flyer. Or, call the Hancock County Extension Office at 419-422-3851.