Exhibits are pre-entered. online. Pre-entries are due to Extension Office by 4:00 p.m., July 21st, 2023. Paper forms are below if you prefer that to online submission.
Exhibit Hall Entry Form
Cloverkid Entry Form
Entry day is Wednesday, August 2nd, 2023, between 9:00 A.M - Noon.
Choose from 1 of 4 diffferent levels that build on skills and knowledge from the previous level
All food entries require the recipe to be included with the exhibit
All food preservation entries require a 4-H Food Preservation Card attached to the entry (and recipe)
4-H Food Preservation Card printable
4-H Food Preservation Card PDF fill-in
Cooking 101
- Learn how to use MyPlate
- Learn how to avoid spreading germs while cooking
- Learn how to measure and mix ingredients
- Learn how to test baked goods for doneness
- Learn how to brown meat
- Learn how to set the table for a family meal
Cooking 201
- Understand and prevent foodborne illnesses
- Learn how to thaw foods
- Learn proper knife techniques
- Learn how to read Nutrition Fact labels
- Learn how to make soups, rice, pasta, and other foods
Cooking 301
- Practice making bread, grilling meats, vegetables, and fruit
- Learn how to and practice making butter
- Learn about yeast, gluten, and different types of fats
Cooking 401
- Learn about herbs and spices
- Learn how to make ethnic foods
- Practice making cakes, candy, pastries, and pies
Curriculum for each level can be ordered from Shop4h.org
Cooking 101 Curriculum
Cooking 201 Curriculum
Cooking 301 Curriculum
Cooking 401 Curriculum
FOOD PRESERVATION
Unit 1 Freezing Project Manual
- Learn how to safely freeze foods and maintain quality
- Learn how to use frozen foods in healthy recipes
Unit 2 Drying Project Manual
- Learn how to safely dry foods and maintain quality
- Learn how to use dried foods in healthy recipes
Unit 3 Boiling Water Canning Project Manual
- Learn how to safely preserve fruits, tomatoes, fruit spreads, and pickles
- Learn how to use home-canned foods in healthy recipes
Unit 4 Pressure Canning Project Manual
- Learn how to safely preserve tomatoes, vegetables, and meats
- Learn how to use home-canned foods in healthy recipes
Curriculum for each level can be ordered from Shop4h.org
Home Food Preservation Curriculum - Drying Project Manual
Home Food Preservation Curriculum - Boiling Water Canning Project Manual
Home Food Preservation Curriculum - Pressure Canning Project Manual
Home Food Preservation Curriculum - Freezing Project Manual
For more information on Food preservation and safe preservation practices