Post Rock District 4-H Resources and Events
We are excited to provide a listing of many current and upcoming events and activities available for Post Rock District 4-H members. There are so many opportunities in 4-H, and we may have missed some below. If you notice an opportunity missing, contact a Post Rock District Office.
Event Resources
2026 4-H Event Listing
State & District 4-H News and additional information concerning these events, see our Newsletter. Please be sure to check for Registration deadlines on each event. It may be the month prior to the event.
August
Save the date for the 2026 Kansas 4-H Livestock Sweepstakes! It will be hosted August 22-23 in Manhattan. The deadline to register is August 1. All participants must be entered by their local extension unit. The contest rules, schedule, and more information is posted on the Livestock Sweepstakes page of the youth livestock website. Youth may participate in as many or as few contests as they would like over the course of the weekend. Individuals who compete in livestock judging, skillathon, and senior/open meat judging will be eligible for the sweepstakes award. Teams who compete in livestock judging, skillathon, senior/open meat judging, and quiz bowl will be eligible for the sweepstakes team award.
Two great state-level 4-H events will be offered in the month of August. See more below. State 4-H Horticulture Judging Contest: Saturday, August 15 in Manhattan. Interested youth should notify their Extension Office so we can form district teams. Adult volunteer coaches are also needed. For more information, go to the State 4-H Horticulture Judging website. Kansas 4-H Wheat Expo: Tuesday, August 4 in El Dorado. Watch for more information to come. Refer to the following link, which we expect to be updated soon, to learn more. Kansas 4-H Wheat Expo Information
August 15 , 10:00AM
Goddard Place 2834 170th Ave., Penokee, KS
13-18 Years Old
$15 Per Person, Lunch Included
Build Yourself - Explore your strengths, set goals, and grow your confidence.
Build Your Team - Strengthen communication, solve challenges, and work together.
Lead Beyond Limits - Discover your leadership style and take action t make a difference.
We are planning a Post Rock District 4-H Record Book workshop to be held sometime in August (likely). This workshop is designed to be a helpful insight into all things project records and pin applications as we near the deadline of October 1 . Plan to learn more about the ZSuites platform, pin application process, tips and tricks on project records and have the opportunity for Q&A. Watch for an email to go out soon with more information and registration details. If you have questions, please contact Jenilee Godsey at jenileem@ksu.edu.
We will host a series of Q&A sessions via ZOOM to help our 4-H families navigate record book and pin application questions. These will be informal opportunities to join during the scheduled times and ask questions as needed. If you have questions, please contact Jenilee Godsey at jenileem@ksu.edu. To join sessions on the following dates: https://ksu.zoom.us/j/9974228762? pwd=VjBvUEx6NGlmK2R1Z0JwcjRwWkdrZz09 Thurs., August 27th from 6:30-7:30 PM Tues., September 8th from 7:30-8:30 PM Mon., September 14th from 6:30-7:30 PM Wed., September 16th from 12:00-1:00 PM Wed., September 23rd from 7:00-8:00 PM Tues., September 29th from 12:00-1:00 PM
The Kansas State Fair invites Kansas 4-H Clubs to participate in the 2026 4-H Bale Decorating Contest. This creative competition allows clubs to showcase teamwork, creativity, and pride in 4-H while celebrating the decorating theme for the 2026 Kansas State Fair: “America 250". Bales will be provided by the Kansas State Fair and decorating may on the Kansas State Fair Grounds between Thurs., September 10 @ 10 AM through Fri., September 11 @ 10 AM. Entries for the Hay Bale Decorating Contest are due no later than Friday, August 14 . Entries and more information can be found here: Kansas State Fair 4-H Hay Bale Decorating Contest
State 4-H Horticulture Judging Contest: Saturday, August 15 in Manhattan
The contest is hosted by the K-State Department of Horticulture and Natural Resources. If you are
interested in participating as an individual or on a Post Rock District team, contact your local
Extension Office ASAP so that we can meet the state’s August 7 deadline. An adult coach will also
need to be identified for anyone participating. Costs and travel are the responsibility of each
participant. The study list for the knowledge portion of the contest has been updated and is available
with other contest details on the Kansas 4-H State Horticulture Judging Contest webpage.
September
We will host a series of Q&A sessions via ZOOM to help our 4-H families navigate record book and pin application questions. These will be informal opportunities to join during the scheduled times and ask questions as needed. If you have questions, please contact Jenilee Godsey at jenileem@ksu.edu. To join sessions on the following dates: https://ksu.zoom.us/j/9974228762? pwd=VjBvUEx6NGlmK2R1Z0JwcjRwWkdrZz09
September 8th from 7:30-8:30 PM Mon., September 14th from 6:30-7:30 PM Wed., September 16th from 12:00-1:00 PM Wed., September 23rd from 7:00-8:00 PM Tues., September 29th from 12:00-1:00 PM
There are many opportunities to gain leadership experience as a volunteer at the Kansas State Fair.
It is a great way to get leadership hours to contribute toward your project record book or earn an
achievement pin. Volunteering is also a fantastic way to grow as a club leader, project leader, or
even train to be a county fair judge in a project area of interest! If you want to volunteer or have
some questions, contact your local Post Rock District Office and we will assist you with signing up!
- GREETERS: Serve as a greeter at the 4-H Centennial Hall informational booth any day during the State Fair.
- JUDGING ASSISTANTS: Serve as a judging assistant on September 10 or 11 in a static project judging area of interest. Record notes for judges, assist with organizing projects, help enter exhibits, etc.
- FASHION REVUE EVENT ASSISTANTS: Western Kansas is responsible for hosting the fashion revue at State Fair this year. We can use teen and adult volunteers. If you are able to help September 19 please let your local office know!
October
The Cottonwood Extension District and Barton County Community College are teaming up to host “Pathfinders Program”, a day all about career exploration. This event will be held October 3 from 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM at Barton County Community College. Sessions held cover hands-on career exploration in EMS, welding, plumbing, construction and more. Additionally, there will be sessions on team-building and tracks for adults to attend. For questions, contact Jenilee Godsey at jenileem@ksu.edu.
REGISTER
The application and information about the State 4-H Youth Leadership Council and National 4-H Conference are available now! The Youth Council Application and National 4-H Conference Application will be combined this year, with applicants indicating if they are applying for one or both opportunities. Any Kansas 4-H member between the ages of 14 and 18 before January 1, 2027, may apply as a Council Representative, and those 15-18 before January 1, 2027, may apply for the National 4-H Conference. This year's KYLF delegation will elect representatives for one-year terms on the Council. Up to six National Conference Delegates will be selected through an interview prior to KYLF, and they serve a two-year term on the council. The deadline to apply will be October 1, 2026.
Complete details are available online at the appropriate links below.
Kansas 4-H Youth Leadership Council Information
National 4-H Conference Information
National 4-H Week is October 3-10, 2026. 4-H clubs, 4-H families, and 4-H members can use National 4-H Week as a platform to showcase activities, recruit new members, say thank you to sponsors, and spread the word about the value of 4-H in fostering leadership, encouraging community service, developing friendships, and offering hands-on learning.
48 Hours of 4-H is a community service challenge for all members in Kansas 4-H! The challenge takes place October 10-11. 48 Hours of 4-H is an opportunity for 4-H members and supporters to engage in a concentrated period of community service and project work. You can complete a service project as a member, family, group, or as a 4-H club project! Remember to register your project with Kansas 4-H on the challenge website!
November
The annual Post Rock District Officer and Member Leadership Training is set for November 7. Full planning is still in the works, so watch for more information to be listed in the September newsletter. This training helps members learn about the important roles of officers and committees. You’ll build leadership skills to grow as an engaged 4-H member. All ages and levels of experience are invited. If you want to help plan or present, let Jenilee Godsey know at jenileem@ksu.edu.
Additional Opportunities
Sign-up for Kansas 4-H 2026 Summer Camp is open! Kansas 4-H camp sessions are posted at https://rockspringsranch.org/summer-camps/sessions-rates. 4-H and non-4-H youth are welcome to register to enjoy 4-H camp! Each family will register directly with Rock Springs Ranch through the website. Before you register, contact your local Extension Office and your club leader. There may be club or county-level event scholarships available.
If you are seeking opportunities related to livestock projects - like spring shows and other contests - the KSU Youth Livestock Program website provides a listing of many opportunities. It certainly doesn’t contain every learning and competition opportunity, yet it is a great reference point as you plan for spring and summer. Visit https://www.asi.k-state.edu/extension/youth-programs/events/. The North Central Kansas Livestock Circuit is not affiliated to K-State Extension or Kansas 4-H, but it provides many showing opportunities in our region. Follow their Facebook page for information: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ncklc.