4-H encourages diverse groups of youth to develop their unique skills and talents to the fullest potential. Young people participate in 4-H through clubs, special interest groups, after-school programs, camps, and many other activities. “Learning by doing” through hands on activities and community involvement empowers 4-H’ers to develop and strengthen life skills.
Contact Information
4-H Youth Development, Executive/Administrative, Community Economic Development
4-H Newsletter & Calendar
Monthly Contests
November – Public Speaking Contest (Public Speaking Worksheet)
February – Demonstration Contest (4th & 5th)
February – Interactive Exhibit Contest (6th, 7th, & 8th)
March – TBD
Smith County 4-H Handbook
What’s Happening in Smith County 4-H?
Smith County 4-H’ers Compete in Hippology Contest on January 21, 2023
Eight Smith County 4-H members recently competed in the Central Region Hippology Contest held at Cumberland University on Saturday, January 21, 2023. The Hippology Contest allows 4-H youth to demonstrate…
2023 4-H Chick Chain
The 4-H Chick Chain project allows 4th-12th grade 4-H’ers to gain skills in responsibility and management by raising baby chicks into layer hens. The Chick Chain project is for 4-H members who have…
Smith County Public Speaking Contest Held on December 13, 2022
The Smith County 4-H Public Speaking Contest was held on Tuesday, December 13, 2022. Local 4-H clubs from the entire county were represented by fifty-seven 4th-10th grade 4-H’ers who competed…
Smith County 4-H Team Places 5th in National Poultry Judging Contest
Smith County 4-H was proud to represent Tennessee at the National Poultry & Egg Conference held in Louisville, Kentucky on November 16-17, 2022. By placing first at the state contest…
5th Annual Smith County 4-H Banquet Celebrates Smith County Youth
Smith County 4-H hosted its fifth annual 4-H Banquet on Thursday, November 3, 2022. 4-H members, their families, volunteers, and supporters gathered at the Smith County Ag Center to celebrate…
Sixteen Smith County 4-H’ers Complete Chick Chain Project at 2022 Show & Sale
Each spring, 4-H members in Smith County have the opportunity to become involved in the 4-H Chick Chain. This activity allows 4-H’ers to receive one-day-old baby chicks to raise. The…