Clay County 4-H
Welcome to the Clay County 4-H Information page!
This page contains links to the web pages containing 4-H club, project, leader / volunteer, and fair information. Let us know if we need to add or update any information by sending an email to Ashley at aevinger@purdue.edu.
2026 Clay County Fair dates: July 18-24, 2026
Contact Us
Contact Us:
Natalie Korniak, Extension Educator - 4-H Youth Development
Ashley Evinger, 4-H Program Assistant
4-H Enrollment Information
Enrollment for Indiana 4-H opens each year on October 1. Members are encouraged to complete enrollment and select their clubs by January 15 to take full advantage of all the opportunities 4-H has to offer.
Mini 4-H is available to youth in grades K–2 and is FREE.
NEW FOR 2026
Clay County 4-H is FREE for all 4-H members!
4-H members have the opportunity to explore topics that interest them through hands-on learning experiences called projects. Members select their projects during the 4-H enrollment process. Each project includes a manual that guides youth through the learning process and outlines the requirements for successful completion.
Knowledgeable adult volunteers and Extension staff support each project area and often offer workshops, giving youth the chance to learn in a fun, social environment. Projects are organized into beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, allowing members to build skills, deepen their knowledge, and take on new challenges each year.
Projects are designed to be completed over time, providing meaningful educational experiences beyond the classroom. Many youth choose to exhibit their projects at the local county fair, where they can proudly showcase what they have learned to their community.
Clay County 4-H offers over 60 exciting projects for youth to explore! Check out our 4-H Handbook and the rules and requirements below to discover opportunities that match your interests.
Your Clay County 4-H club serves as your home base, and there are many clubs to choose from. Club leaders distribute project manuals and other important materials throughout the year and are a great resource for questions and guidance.
Members are welcome to attend any club meeting that fits their schedule or interests. You may choose a club outside of your township or join a livestock-focused club if its meeting times are more convenient for your family.
Project manuals and additional information are available through the Purdue Extension–Clay County Office. Our staff is happy to answer questions and help support your 4-H experience.
Purdue Extension–Clay County
6656 N. State Road 59
Brazil, IN 47834
Office Hours:
Monday–Friday | 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Closed during County Government holidays
Phone: 812-448-9041
Voicemail is available outside of business hours.
The Clay County 4-H program uses the FairEntry system to register all projects exhibited at the fair, check in projects, record results, and report required information to the Indiana State Fair. All projects—including animal, building, and Mini 4-H projects—must be registered through FairEntry by July 1 in order to be eligible for exhibition at the Clay County 4-H Fair.
Clay County 4-H Resources
This is a very helpful place to start for new members!
4-H Camp 2026
Dates: June 7–13, 2026
Location: Shakamak State Park
Clay County 4-H campers will join 4-H’ers from Sullivan, Daviess, Owen, and Vigo Counties for a week of fun, learning, and adventure! Daily activities include boating, recreation, crafts, swimming, outdoor cooking, nature exploration, and plenty of silly songs and chants.
Who Can Attend:
4-H Camp is open to youth currently in grades 3–6.
Cost:
The cost per camper is to be determined for 2026 and includes a free camp t-shirt.
Online registration will be available with payment options by credit card or cash/check (submitted to the Extension Office).
4-H Camp Counselors Needed! (Grades 8–12)
Looking to level up your leadership skills while having the most fun week of the summer? Become a 4-H Camp Counselor! Counselors help lead activities, mentor younger campers, and enjoy games, swimming, outdoor adventures, chanting, and more.
If you love working with youth and spending time outdoors, this opportunity is for you!
Questions?
Contact Natalie at korniak@purdue.edu
What Is Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care?
Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care (QLC) training was developed specifically with Indiana 4-H members in mind. This grassroots program is facilitated by Purdue Extension, the Purdue Animal Science Department, and industry partners.
The Indiana 4-H Quality Livestock Care program is a required, comprehensive training for all 4-H youth participating in the following livestock projects:
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Beef
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Dairy
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Goats (all types)
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Poultry
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Rabbits
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Sheep
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Swine
This training is both a county and state requirement. Youth who do not complete the required training will not be eligible to exhibit livestock at the county and/or state fair.
The goal of the Quality Livestock Care program is to help youth understand their responsibility in animal stewardship, food systems, and consumer confidence while gaining practical knowledge and credibility within the livestock industry.
Clay County Quality Livestock Care Training Dates
Please call the Extension Office at 812-448-9093 to RSVP for a training session or register online using the link next to your selected date.
Members must be registered BEFORE attending a training.
All trainings will be held at 6:00 p.m. in the Exhibit Hall on the following dates:
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March 18, 2026 – https://clayqlcmarch18.4honline.com
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April 27, 2026 – https://clayqlcapril27.4honline.com
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May 21, 2026 – https://clayqlcmay21.4honline.com
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June 30, 2026 – https://clayqlcjune30.4honline.com
IMPORTANT: Members must complete this training by July 1, 2026 in order to exhibit livestock.
The success of Clay County 4-H depends on volunteers. Our volunteers are hardworking, dedicated, giving individuals who have been through legal screening process as prescribed by Purdue University.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a Clay County 4-H Volunteer! Here are the steps you will need to take in order to become an approved volunteer for our organization.
NEW VOLUNTEER ENROLLMENT
- Go to v2.4honline.com and enroll as an Adult volunteer.
- Once all of your information is entered, you will need to complete the Youth Safety Training that should pull up before submitting your application. If you have trouble with the training pulling up on your computer, please call the Extension Office & we can provide you with a paper form of it. This training is required for every adult volunteer each year.
- Once your references and background checks come back to us, you will then be an approved volunteer for Indiana 4-H.
RE-ENROLLMENT
Please be sure that you re-enroll each year on v2.4HOnline.com. Our program year starts October 1st. Please see instructions on how to Enroll in 4-H Online as a Returning Adult Volunteer.
Minor Safety Training is mandatory for all Clay County 4-H Volunteers each year.
Please contact the Clay County Extension Office with any questions. Become an Indiana 4-H Volunteer!
2025 Senior 4-H'er Letter & questionnaire
The Indiana 4-H Youth Development Program annually awards more than $125,000.00 in scholarships to 4-H members to pursue post-secondary education. Scholarships are awarded to recognize youth participating in Indiana’s 4-H Youth Development Program on their achievements and life skill development resulting from their participation in a variety of 4-H experiences. You can view the information and applications for these scholarships by clicking here.
We also have Clay County 4-H Scholarships available- please check below for those being offered.
2025 Clay County 4-H Jr. Leader Scholarship
2025 Clay County Extension Homemakers Scholarship
The 2024-2025 Clay County 4-H Council was elected in October, 2024. Please see below for position assignments.
2026 Exhibit Hall & Livestock Projects - Rules & Requirements
If you have a question about a project, please call the Extension Office at 812-448-9041.
Can't find what you're looking for? Try the Indiana 4-H Website!
2026 General Livestock Terms (last updated 1/5/26)
2026 Livestock Auction - Coming Soon!
4HOnline Animal ID Instructions
Indiana State Fair Terms & Conditions
Beef
Beef Terms & Conditions 2026 (last updated 1/5/26)
Beef enrollment packet - Coming Soon!
4Honline Beef ID Tutorial
Cat
Cat Enrollment Packet - Coming Soon!
Dairy
Dairy Terms & Conditions 2026 (last updated 1/5/26)
Dairy Enrollment Packet - Coming Soon!
Dog
Dog Terms & Conditions 2026 (last updated 1/5/26)
Dog Enrollment Packet - Coming Soon!
Goat
Goat Terms & Conditions 2026 (Last updated 1/5/26)
Goat Enrollment Packet - Coming Soon!
4honline Dairy Goat ID Tutorial
Horse & Pony
Horse & Pony Terms & Conditions 2026 (last updated 1/5/26)
Horse & Pony Enrollment Packet - Coming Soon!
Clay County Horse & Pony Handbook
Poultry
Poultry Terms & Conditions 2026 (last updated 1/5/26)
Poultry Enrollment Packet - Coming Soon
Rabbit
Rabbit Terms & Conditions 2026 (last updated 1/5/26)
Rabbit Enrollment Packet - Coming Soon!
4HOnline Rabbit ID Instructions
Sheep
Sheep Terms & Conditions 2026 (last updated 1/5/26)
Sheep Enrollment Packet - Coming Soon!
Swine
Swine Terms & Conditions 2026 (last updated 1/6/26)
Swine Enrollment Packet - Coming Soon!
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Mini 4-H is a program designed to encourage positive development of children, Kindergarten through second grade. The goal of Mini 4-H is to help young children explore friendships outside the family; explore the way in which things work; practice both small and large muscle control; and think about the ways people work together on projects.
The NON-COMPETITIVE learning environment for Mini 4-H includes:
- Planned learning activities in which children are invited to be active and explore materials and ideas without the pressure of completing a specific product or exhibit.
- Low adult/leader to child ratio that allows time for adults/leaders to provide individual, positive encouragement and assistance.
- Simple, interesting activities that are fun.
- Encouragement of children to participate in a group activity by sharing and or displaying their activity projects.
- Rewards that are identical and/or ribbons of the same color for everyone.
State 4-H resources
4-H Day at the Indiana Statehouse
4-H Discovery Challenge and Discovery Classroom
State 4-H Robotics Competition
Agricultural Equipment Diagnostics Program
Consumer Decision Making CDE