Carroll County Extension

05/29/2026

Carroll County 4-H Families!

The June 4-H Tribune is now available! Make sure to read through for important reminders in regards to the Carroll County 4-H & FFA Fair! Lots of information in regards to upcoming programs too!!

The Tribune has been emailed to all families and can also be found online at https://extension.umd.edu/locations/carroll-county/local-4-h-youth-education/tribune/

05/29/2026

Have you finished your online entries for the Fair yet? It's not too late! If you have not yet completed them you only have 12 DAYS...

NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Entries can be completed at www.carrollcountyfair.com When you go to the website, you will find the "Online Entries" tab in the upper right hand corner.

Entries MUST be completed by WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026 by 11:59PM. No late entries will be accepted. If you run into an issue with the entry system you will need to email [email protected]. Please note that it may take a day or two to get back to your questions as the entry system are run by volunteers.

05/29/2026

Thank you Tyler, The Farmer's Wife Designs, for always making our visions for the awards come to life! We are so excited to get to hand these out.

05/28/2026

Roll up your sleeves and dive into the world of clay! In this fun two-day youth workshop, participants will learn clay hand-building techniques to create a one-of-a-kind coil pot inspired by their favorite animal. During the first session, youth will build their piece using low-fire clay, and in the second session, they’ll glaze and add colorful finishing touches. Finished pieces can be used as a planter or decorative artwork, picked up later, and even entered into the fair!

The workshop will take place on June 17, 10 AM–2 PM and July 1, 10 AM–2 PM at the Extension Office. Participants must attend both sessions and should bring a lunch each day. The program cost is $20 (cash or check) or $20.96 (credit). Limited spots are available. This workshop is for youth 10 years and older

Register here https://forms.gle/TUeGS2DjEz4WQ7Hk7

05/26/2026

News from Carrollton 4-H Club!!

The Carrollton 4-H Club had our May meeting and it was packed full with fun!

After our regular business meeting Gwennie C. gave her Diamond Level 2 presentation on All About Nutrition. She informed the club members all about healthy food choices!

Next we had a Bike Rodeo demonstration by Bentley H. and Jack H. They went over bicycle equipment, safety, proper clothing and riding events.

We finished up the evening with our club craft project, string art! Club members will be able to enter this project in the fair!

Report submitted by Club Reporter Everly H.

05/22/2026

If you are planning to bring animals to the Sheep, Goat and Swine Classic, your registration papers and money are due to the Extension Office today, Friday, May 22nd.

Entry form and payments can be left in the Dropbox after hours. Entry forms can be found in the online May 4-H Tribune at https://extension.umd.edu/locations/carroll-county/local-4-h-youth-education/tribune/

05/22/2026

Soft pretzels and focaccia?! What a fun night for our 4-H members at the Carroll County Career and Tech Center!
Thank you so much to Mrs. Koch and her students for sharing their talents with our 4-Hers!
Each participant was able to make, bake and take home their own creations!

05/17/2026

Evaluate! Compare! Mark! Defend!

Nearly 60 Maryland 4-H members participated in the Maryland 4-H Livestock Judging Clinic!! Members learned that you have to start at the structural foundation when judging to learning about parts, setting up your judging books. Lots of time spent on reasons too!

We had a fantastic market lamb class for the clinic! 4-H members spent time learning how to handle market lambs and evaluation! Members then went right into judging a market class and then worked on reasons in small groups!

This day wouldn’t have been possible without the support of the King Family for bringing in a market lamb class. Sheepman Supply Company for sponsoring door prizes for all participants! We also appreciate the support of Blackhawk East Livestock Judging Program for sharing teaching resources and door prizes!

A special thank you to all of the volunteers and past members of the Maryland 4-H Judging “A” Teams for spending their day working with these 4-H members! We look forward to seeing everyone throughout the summer and at the state contest later this year!!

Feel free to drop pictures in the comments too!

05/16/2026

Here’s a once in a lifetime opportunity for 4-H members!! Check this out!

Calling all youth livestock exhibitors near Washington, D.C! 🐏🐮🐷🐐

History is happening on the National Mall this summer, and we want you to be part of it. Join us as a Youth Agricultural Ambassador during the 250th anniversary celebration of our nation at this year’s Great American State Fair. You’ll represent the next generation of agriculture by showcasing your animals and engaging directly with thousands of fairgoers from 10:00 AM–11:30 AM each day.

When: June 25 – July 10
Where: Washington, D.C. on the National Mall

Space is limited! Apply no later than Friday, May 22, 2026, to secure your spot: https://airtable.com/appIwZN8eg5Fn9hPf/pagSIPn3pncjzn2iX/form

05/15/2026

Just a few spots left for our Clover Members!

Looking for something fun for your 5-7 year old Clover Members? Look no further than everyone’s favorite 3 day Clover Fun Days! Join us for just one or both of our fun-filled Clover Fun Day programs this summer! Clovers will spend their days making art and crafts, playing games, movie time, field trips and much more! The program is led by our Senior 4-H Members and Alumni members. You are welcome to share this opportunity with family and friends!

Join us July 13-15, 2026 for this fun filled 3 days! More information and price information can be found at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc52q1c6bgqKjDSRRlBpx9FNtuKcFfU17IzNOq69YHbOMPcSQ/viewform?usp=dialog