Adams County 4-H offers many different contests each year. Our staff will conduct the county contest as similar to the state contest as possible, utilizing the same rules, time allowances and judge’s score sheets. You can find the complete details, entry forms and judging forms for each contest by contacting the Adams County Extension Office.
· 4-H Workshops & Camps - These are a wide variety of topics and activities that are available for the youth to attend and learn from. Deadlines vary so please read your Adams County Extension Newsletter.
· Shooting Sports Competition—Individual entry only. Youth who are registered and have had instruction from a certified 4-H shooting sports instructor in the current year can participate. Participants may compete in shooting activities and a written test. Shooting sports instructors can be contacted for information about equipment requirements.
· 4-H Public Speaking Contest — Individual entry only. Youth research, write, and present an original speech or Public Service Announcement (PSA). The speech or PSA should relate directly to the participant’s 4-H experience.
· 4-H Preforming Arts Contest — Individual or team. Youth perform a talent of their choice.
· 4-H Presentation Contest — Individual or team. Youth research, write and present a demonstration showcasing something that they want to teach.
· 4-H Fashion Show — Individual entry only. Youth sew a garment or purchase a garment and model it for the judges. Judging includes clothing construction; modeling, fit, confidence and poise; and how well they respond in an interview process. All participants model their garments for the audience during the public 4-H Fashion Show.
· Ice Cream Contest — Individual entry only, with a rolling partner to assist in rolling. All youth are eligible to make their own ice cream. They are judged on the mixing, measuring, and taste of the ice cream.
· Awards Application — Youth prepare a document summarizing their 4-H experiences using the Adams County forms. The forms are available on-line. Competition is held for each curriculum area.
· The Golden Cover Award—Youth are selected from an application to serve as an ambassador to the Adams County 4-H program.
· Diamond Clover Program — The program consists of six levels that require a 4-H member to plan and report a broad range of age-appropriate accomplishments. The program’s overall goal is to provide 4-H members a rich and diverse learning experience.
· College Scholarships—College scholarships are available on the state and local levels. Deadlines vary so please read your Adams County Extension Newsletter.