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
4-H Newsletter & Calendar
Monthly Contests
November – Public Speaking Contest (Public Speaking Worksheet)
February – Piggy Bank Contest
March – Demonstration Contest (4th & 5th)
March – Interactive Exhibit Contest (6th, 7th, & 8th)
Golden Clover Award Form
What’s Happening in Smith County 4-H?
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Smith County 4-H’ers Compete in Central Region 4-H & MTSU Horse Judging Competition
On Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 12 Smith County 4-H’ers traveled to the Tennessee Miller Coliseum on the campus of Middle Tennessee State University to compete in the Central Region 4-H…
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Smith County 4-H’ers Compete in Regional Horse Bowl & Hippology Contest
On Saturday, January 17, 2026, 12 Smith County 4-H’ers traveled to the campus of Cumberland University in Lebanon, Tennessee, to test their knowledge at the Central Region 4-H Horse Bowl&…
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Smith County 4-H’ers Attend 2026 State 4-H Congress
This year, Smith County was represented by three outstanding 4-H’ers at the 79th Annual Tennessee 4-H Congress, which was held in Murfreesboro and Nashville on March 7-11, 2026, and attended…
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Smith County 4-H’ers Compete in 2026 Central Region Public Speaking Contest
On Saturday, February 7, 2026, two Senior High 4-H’ers represented Smith County in the Central Region 4-H Public Speaking Contest held on the campus of Cumberland University in Lebanon, Tennessee. …
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2026 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…
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2025 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…
