Introduction

Club Leaders: Tim Grossman
Phone: 517-303-1808
E-mail: tim.a.grossman@gmail.com 
The best way to contact this club: Email Tim Grossman

Club Meeting Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Club Meeting Place: Elkhart Airport - Blue Building (1211 County Road 6, Elkhart, IN 46514) OR Goshen Airport FBO (17229 County Road 42, Goshen, IN 46526)
Club Meeting Dates: Club meetings are usually on the last Monday of the month; January-June
January 26, 2026 - Meeting at Clover Hill Building at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
February 23, 2026 - Meeting at Northridge High School PLTW Lab
March 30, 2026 - Meet at Elkhart Airport
April 27, 2026 - Meeting at Goshen Airport FBO
May 18, 2026 - To be determined
June 22, 2026 – To be determined

Club Focus:  4-H Members will learn and explore the science and technology of flight and aviation. Example activities included build and fly model aircraft, program and fly drones and build rockets for the county 4-H rocket launch. Model Rockets, Electricity, Small Engines and Weather are recommended for members. Field trips are being planned for local airports and other aviation and aerospace centers in Indiana.

Club Leaders:
Adam Noffsinger
574-518-1997
Adam@noffdevelop.com

Jennifer Noffsinger
574-612-3146
jenniferkaye14@gmail.com

Club Email Address: leaders@ec4hatv.com 
The best way to contact this club: Text Adam or Jennifer Noffsinger

Club Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Club Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Club Meeting Dates:
October 14, 2025 at 7:00pm in Ag Hall
November 11, 2025 at 7:00pm in Ag Hall
January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm in Ag Hall
February 10, 2026 at 7:00pm in Ag Hall
March 10, 2026 at 7:00pm in Ag Hall
April 14, 2026 at 7:00pm in Ag Hall
May 12, 2026 at 7:00pm in Beef/Dairy Arena
June 9, 2026 at 7:00pm in Maple Hall
August 11, 2026 at 7:00pm in Ag Hall
September 8, 2026 at 7:00pm in Sheep/Swine Arena

Banquet: TBD

Trail Rides:
November 15, 2025 at 8:00am @ ATV Trails
April 11, 2026 at 8:00am @ ATV Trails
April 25, 2026 at 8:00am @ ATV Trails
June 6, 2026 at 8:00am @ ATV Trails
June 9, 2026 at 7:00pm @ Grandstands Track
June 27, 2026 at 8:00am @ Grandstands
August 28-29 - ATV Campout

Club Focus: ATV Safety

Club Leader: Dustin Mast & Samantha Mast
Club Email address: 4hautomechanics@gmail.com 
Best way to contact club: Email Dustin or Samantha via club email

Meeting Time: 6:30pm
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds, various locations
Meeting Dates:
October 9, 2025 @ Building E
November 13, 2025 @ Sheep/Swine Arena
December 11, 2025 @ Sheep/Swine Arena
January 8, 2026 @ Ag Hall
February 12, 2026 @ Sheep/Swine Arena
March 12, 2026 @ Sheep/Swine Arena
April 9, 2026 @ Sheep/Swine Arena
May 14, 2026 @ Dairy Barn
June 11, 2026 @ Sheep/Swine Arena
August 13, 2026 @ Dairy Barn

Club Focus: Basic Auto Mechanics, open to all youth in grades 3-12

Club Leader: Michael Klotz
Phone: 574-361-3278
Email: michael.klotz@rop.com 
Best way to contact club: Email Michael Klotz

Meeting Time: 6:00pm to 9:00pm (There will be 1 hour time slots for each group)
Meeting Place: 4-H Blacksmithing Shop on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Meeting Dates: First and third Monday of each month. January-July 2026. The first Monday for introductory 4-Hers and the 3rd Monday for advanced 4-Hers.

Meeting Dates:
1st Year Members:
January 5, 2026
February 2, 2026
March 2, 2026
April 6, 2026
May 4, 2026
June 1, 2026
July 6, 2026
July 7, 2026

2nd Year members:
January 19, 2026
February 16, 2026
March 16, 2026
April 20, 2026
May 18, 2026
June 15, 2026
July 20, 2026

Club Focus: Blacksmithing safety, knowledge and techniques

Club Leader: Jeff & Doris Biller
Phone: (Cell) 574-354-8209
E-mail: elk.co.4h.bicycle.club@gmail.com 
The best way to contact this club: Call Doris Biller

Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Meeting Dates:
January 20, 2026
February 17, 2026
March 17, 2026
April 21, 2026
May 19, 2026
June 16, 2026
July 7, 2026

4-H Bicycle Rodeo: June 19, 2026 – will be held in the parking lot on the North side of the Extension Office, Elk. Co. 4-H Fairgrounds

Club Focus: Teach bicycle skills and knowledge

Club Leader:
Regina Goodman
574-536-9288
hoppin215@gmail.com

Melody Dunithan
574-522-0669
mdunithan81@gmail.com

Best way to contact this club: Text, call or email Regina Goodman or Melody Dunithan
Club Facebook Page (open to public): www.facebook.com/4HCameraCorps
Club Facebook Page (closed to public): www.facebook.com/groups/1482366451779659/
Club Email: elkhartcountycameracorps@gmail.com 

Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Meeting Dates: 4th Thursday of the month January-June
January 22, 2026
February 26, 2026
March 26, 2026
April 23, 2026
May 28, 2026
June 25, 2026

There will also be various field trips during the year to practice photography skills.

Club Focus: The art of photography

About the club:
The Camera Corps is a newer club to the Elkhart County 4-H program. It is not the same as the Photography Project. Members can enter a Photography project through their local club and/or in Elkhart County Camera Corps 4-H Club. Camera Corps is for members who want to learn more about cameras and their settings, composition, be involved in community service projects, and participate in photography opportunities during fair week.

Objectives of the 4-H Camera Corps:

1. Develop valuable life skills such as maturity, leadership, self-reliance, sportsmanship, organization, cooperation, communication, and responsibility.
2. Experience the pride of capturing memorable moments in a visual and artistic manner.
3. Learn about photography as an art, a science and a communication tool.
4. Observe, enjoy, and capture your surroundings in a photographic world. 
5. Explore photography as a hobby or profession.
6. Prepare for citizenship responsibilities by working in groups and by supporting community and fair activities.
7. Develop an awareness of photography related careers such as graphic design, storyboarding, and the use of photo software for photo manipulation and editing.

Completion Requirements:
The requirements for completion in the Elkhart County 4-H camera corps are as follows:

1. Must exhibit at least one entry in the Elkhart County 4-H Fair.
2. Complete at least 4 Fair Week Photography Assignments.
3. Accumulate at least 100 points on the point list. The list consists of attendance, fundraising participation, community service, fair week exhibits, photography challenges, various 4-H activities, photographing an event, photographing other clubs, participating in field trip opportunities, etc.
4. Complete the 4-H Photography Record Sheet (on website).
5. Compete at least 1 Community Service Project.

Club Leader: Monica Newton
Phone: 574-536-7373
Club Email Address: 4htechies@gmail.com 
Best way to contact this club: Email Monica Newton

Club Meeting Time: 6:30pm
Club Meeting Place: E3 Robotics (3709 Cassopolis St. Suite E, Elkhart, IN 46514)
Club Meeting Dates: Last Monday of the month, January-June
January 26, 2026
February 23, 2026
March 23, 2026
April 27, 2026
May 25, 2026?
June 29, 2026

Club Focus: 4-H Members will learn how to code, build and program robots for 4-H competitions, explore newer technologies and systems such as AI, Cobots, 3D Printing and Arduino microcontrollers. 

Field trips to local robotics programs and STEM facilities are anticipated. The Computer Science State fair projects are recommended for members.

Club Leader: Troy & Emili Zahner
Phone: 574-633-4873
Email: teaz@fourway.net 
Best way to contact this club: Email Emili Zahner

Meeting Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Meeting Place: Nelson’s Express
Club Meeting Dates:
March 5, 2026
March 12, 2026
March 19, 2026
March 26, 2026

County 4-H Tractor Contest: May TBD 2026 from 8:00am to 12:00pm

Club Focus: Farm Tractor Safety and Mechanics

Club Leader:
Clark Warner
574-377-4800
wffgrain@gmail.com 

Josh Honderich
574-320-3315
jesslexicole@gmail.com 

Dean Howard
574-349-5449
dean@millerdoorandtrim.com 

Best way to contact the club: Email Dean

Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Meeting Place: TBD
Meeting Dates: January-August
January 26, 2026
February 23, 2026
March 30, 2026
April 27, 2026
May 18, 2026
June 29, 2026
July 20, 2026

Club Focus: Sportfishing Techniques

Club Leader: Corey Sharp
Phone: 574-533-0554
Email: sharp22@purdue.edu 

Meeting Time: 9:00am-11:00am
Meeting Place: Elcona Country Club
Club Meeting Dates: Saturdays, February 28-April 4
February 28, 2026
March 7, 2026
March 14, 2026
March 21, 2026
March 28, 2026
April 4, 2026

Club Focus: Garden Tractors

Club Leader: Melody Dunithan
Phone: 574-522-0669
Best Way to Contact: Email or text Melody
Club Email: elkhartcountygenealogyclub@gmail.com 
Club Facebook: 4HGenealogyClub

Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds, Fair Board Room
Meeting Dates: January through May, the 3rd Tuesday of the month.
January 20, 2026
February 17, 2026
March 17, 2026
April 21, 2026
May 19, 2026

Club Focus: Genealogy

Club Leader: Tammy Gerber
Phone: 574-361-1653
Email: verngerber@msn.com 
Club Email: ecjrleaders@gmail.com 
Club’s Facebook page: Elkhart County Junior Leaders
Best way to contact this club: Email/text Tammy Gerber

Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds and various places throughout the county
Meeting Dates:
December 11, 2025 – Location to be determined
January 24, 2026 – Saturday Bowling
February 26, 2026
March 26, 2026
April 23, 2026
May 28, 2026
June 25, 2026
July 15, 2026 (subject to change)

Club Focus: Leadership

Club Leader:
Lauren Zeugner
574-536-6434
lzeugner@the-papers.com 
laurenzeugner@gmail.com 

Larry Cripe
574-831-4442
klcripe@bnin.net 

Club Facebook page: none
Club Email: 4hmediaclubelkhartcounty@gmail.com 
Best way to contact this club: Email or text Lauren Zeugner

Meeting Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Meeting Place: Community Church of Waterford
Club Meeting Dates: Jan.-July, the 4th Thursday of the month
November 13, 2025 - club meet & greet (2nd Thursday)
January 22, 2026
February 26, 2026
March 26, 2026
April 23, 2026
May 28, 2026
June 25, 2026
July 16, 2026 @ Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds

Special Dates:
June 13, 2026 – Clover Chronicles Workshop (9:00am to 1:00pm) @ Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
July 9, 20206 – Video Training Workshop (6:30 to 8:30 pm) @ Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
July 23, 2026 Set up 4-H Media Room & Fairgrounds Tour (6:00 pm @ Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds)
July 24, - August 1, 2026 - Elkhart County 4-H Fair
August 6, 2026 - Awards Meeting

Club Focus: Media/ Journalism and Publishing the Clover Chronicle Newspaper

Club Leader:
Jennifer Granzow
574-238-0572
jennifer.granzow@gmail.com 

Andrew Granzow
574-361-1540
andrew.granzow@gmail.com 
Club Email: jennifer.granzow@gmail.com OR andrew.granzow@gmail.com 
Facebook: None
Best way to contact this club: Email to Jennifer Granzow or Andrew Granzow

Meeting Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds - RC outdoor track, except February & March in the Sheep/Swine Arena
Meeting Dates:
October 16, 2025, 6:00-7:30pm at RC outdoor track
November 2, 2025, 3:00-5:00pm at RC outdoor track
February 19, 2026, 6:30-8:00pm at Sheep/Swine Arena
March 19, 2026, 6:30-8:00pm at Sheep/Swine Arena
May 21, 2026, 6:30-8:00pm at RC outdoor track
June 11, 2026, 6:30-8:00pm at RC outdoor track
July 15, 2026, 6:30-8:00pm at RC outdoor track

Club Focus: Engage in fun while learning and driving remote control devices

Club Leader: Harold Schmucker
Phone: 574-202-6774
Email: harold@maplenet.net 
Club Email: elkhartshootingsports@gmail.com 
Best way to contact this club: Email Harold Schmucker or the club email

Safety Meeting:
January 10, 2026, Saturday, 8:00am – 1:00pm in the Maple Hall Building at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds (Mandatory for 1st year rifle members)

Archery Meeting Dates:

• January 8, 2026, Thursday, 5:30pm- 8:30pm at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds (1st year Shooters only)
• February 5, 2026, Thursday, 5:30pm - 8:30pm at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds (1st year Shooters only)
•  March 5, 2026, Thursday, 5:30pm - 8:30pm at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds (1st year Shooters only)

Rifle and Pistol Meeting Dates:

• January 17, 2026, Saturday, 12:00pm – 5:00pm at the Elkhart Rifle and Pistol Range, 325 Oakwood Ave., Elkhart, IN (1st year Shooters Only)
• February 14, 2026, Saturday, 12:00pm– 5:00pm at the Elkhart Rifle and Pistol Range, 325 Oakwood Ave., Elkhart, IN (1st year Shooters Only)
• March 14, 2026, Saturday, 12:00pm – 5:00pm at the Elkhart Rifle and Pistol Range, 325 Oakwood Ave., Elkhart, IN (1st year Shooters Only)

Shotgun Training Schedule: Recommended for all new shotgun shooters, they will be taught shotgun fundamentals.

• February 7, 2026, Saturday, 1:00pm – 2:00pm at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds (Not live fire)
• March 7, 2026, Saturday, 1:00pm - 4:00pm at the 4-H Fairgrounds Range, Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds (Dress appropriate for conditions as this is an outdoor event)
  Above 2 dates are for first year shotgun shooters teaching shotgun fundamentals.

Archery, Rifle, Pistol, Shotgun – Combined Outdoor Schedule Meeting Dates: Shooting Blocks will REQUIRE Signup

• April 4, 2026, Saturday, 12:00pm – 5:00pm at the 4-H Fairgrounds Range, Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
• April 18, 2026, Saturday, 12:00pm – 5:00pm at the 4-H Fairgrounds Range, Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
• May 2, 2026, Saturday, 12:00pm – 5:00pm at the 4-H Fairgrounds Range, Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
• May 16, 2026, Saturday, 12:00pm – 5:00pmat the 4-H Fairgrounds Range, Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
• May 30, 2026, Saturday, 12:00pm– 5:00pm at the 4-H Fairgrounds Range, Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds

Trophy Shoot:

• June 13, 2026, Saturday, 11:00am – 5:00pm at the 4-H Fairgrounds Range, Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
• June 27, 2026, Saturday, 11:00am – 5:00pm at the 4-H Fairgrounds Range, Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds

Family Picnic: Awards at the 4-H Fairgrounds
August 23, 2026, Sunday, Lunch: 1:00pm, Awards: 2:00pm at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds

Shooting Sport Exhibits for the 2025 Elkhart County 4-H Fair:
Check-In Date: ECCC Building at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds to be determined
Pick-Up Date: ECCC Building at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds to be determined

If your exhibit is selected for State Fair, you must come to the ECCC building on State Fair check out day, (date and time to be determined) so your project can be transported to the State Fair. You will need to come to the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds, (date and time to be determined) to pick up your State Fair project, ribbon, and pin.

Club Focus: Learn about shooting sports education, archery, rifles, pistols, and shotguns.

Club Leader:
Rosanne Markham
574-596-4967
exlagirl@hotmail.com 

Linda Anderson-Mauser
574-903-6208
landersonm@aol.com

Faith Snowden
574-850-4659
etsy.stitch.princess@gmail.com 

Best way to contact this club: Email Linda or Faith

Club Meeting Place: Stitch Princess, 23647 US 33 Suite A, Elkhart IN 46517
Meeting Time: 2-hour classes from 2:00pm-8:00pm; Contact leader for your time slot
Club Meeting Dates: Every Wednesday, October through May

Club Focus: Sewing Skills

Club Leader:
Phil Lechlitner
574-536-4122
plechlitner@wanee.org 

Jason Nine
574-209-1000
9jasonj@gmail.com 

Club Email: elkhartcounty4hbeefclub@yahoo.com 
Best way to contact the club: Club Email or Text

Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds Maple Hall (old Home & Family Arts Building)
Club Meeting Dates: 3rd Monday of the month, November and January-June
November 17, 2025
January 19, 2026
February 21, 2026- Weigh in only, Make Up 2/28/2026
March 16, 2026
April (TBA) – Beef Activity
May 18, 2026
June 15, 2026
Thursday, July 16, 2026 (Carry in meal 6:30pm)

Banquet: Saturday, August 15, 2026, at Nelson’s Banquet Hall- 6:30pm

Tagging & Weigh In Dates:
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 9:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. at the Shipshewana Livestock Auction, Shipshewana, IN
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 9:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. at the Shipshewana Livestock Auction, Shipshewana, IN

Club Focus: Beef Production

Beef Club Advisory Meetings: On the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds at 7:00p.m.

Advisory Board Meeting Dates:
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Monday, July 20, 2026 - Before work night at fair

Club Leader: Jade Mattson
Phone: 574-971-1204
Email: 4hcatclubelkhart@gmail.com 
Best way to contact this club: Call or email Jade Mattson

Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Meeting Dates: January –July, 3rd Thursday of the month
January 15, 2026 @ Fair Board Room
February 19, 2026 @ Fair Board Room
March 19, 2026 @ Fair Board Room
April 16, 2026 @ Fair Board Room
May 14, 2026 @ Fair Board Room
June 18, 2026 @ Fair Board Room
July 16, 2026 @ Cat/Dog Building
August 17, 2026 - Banquet at Ag Hall

Club Focus: Cat care

Club Leader: Stephanie Kronk
Phone: 574-312-8674
Email: strenshaw08@gmail.com 
Best way to contact this club: Call or text Stephanie Kronk

Meeting Time: 7:30 p.m.
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds - Ag Hall (January-April)
Meeting Dates: 3rd Thursday of the month from January-June, no May date currently
January 15, 2026
February 19, 2026
March 19, 2026
April 16, 2026
June 18, 2026 @ Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds Dairy Barn
November 18, 2026

4-H Dairy Club Banquet: August 6, 2026 at 7:00pm @ ECCC Building

Club Focus: Dairy cattle

Club Leader: Ken Metzler
Phone: 574-535-3018
Email: Kdmetzler57@gmail.com 
Club Email: dfcclub@gmail.com 
Best way to contact the club: By email or phone to Ken

Meeting Time: 6:45pm registration and 7:00pm meeting
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Meeting Dates:
January 15, 2026 - ECCC Room A
February 19, 2026 - ECCC Room A
March 12, 2026 - ECCC Room A
March 19, 2026 - ECCC Room A
April 16, 2026 - Ag Hall
May 2, 2026 - Tagging Day- Dairy Feeder Barn 7am-10:30am
May 21, 2026 - Beef/Dairy Arena
June 18, 2026 - Barn set-up – Dairy Feeder Barn
July 21, 2026 – Dairy Feeder Barn

Dairy Feeder Advisory Board Meetings: First Monday of the month at 7:00 pm
September 8, 2025 – Maple Hall
October 6, 2025 – Maple Hall
November 3, 2025 – Maple Hall
December 1, 2025 - Maple Hall
January 5, 2026 - Maple Hall
February 2, 2026 - Maple Hall
March 2, 2026 - Maple Hall
April 6, 2026 - Maple Hall
May 4, 2026 - Fair Board Room
June 1, 2026 - Maple Hall
July 7, 2026 - Maple Hall
July 20, 2026 – Dairy Feeder Barn

Weigh In and Tagging: May 2, 2026 @ TBD in the Dairy Feeder Barn on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Achievement Banquet: TBA

Club Focus: Dairy Feeder Calves

Club Leader: Melissa Cloud
Phone: 574-849-9872
Email: msebastiancloud@yahoo.com 
Club Facebook page: Elkhart County 4-H Dog Club Training Group
Club Email: elk4hdogclub@gmail.com 
Best way to contact this club: Personal email to Melissa Cloud

Club Meeting Dates: Tuesdays
Club Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Club Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds at Maple Hall
Club Business Meeting Dates:
January 20, 2026
February 17, 2026
March 17, 2026

Parent Meeting:
June 9, 2026 at 7:15pm in Ag Hall

Training Dates:
1st Year Members Weekly, every Tuesday beginning March 24, 2026 at 7:00pm on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds.
2nd Year and Older Weekly every Tuesday beginning March 31, 2026 at 7:00pm on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds.

Dog Agility Dates:
Starting July 6, 2026 weekly, every Monday until the fair at 7:00pm on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds

Advisory Board Dates:
2nd Thursday of every month in 2026 except October and December. March, July, and August meetings will begin at 6:30pm. All others begin at 7:00pm. All meetings will be held on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds at Clover Hill.

Club Banquet:
September 8, 2026 on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds at Ag Hall

Club Leader:
Crystal Kniesly
574-612-3519
kaprikid@msn.com 

Tyler Hunter
574-274-9982
jthunterj67@yahoo.com 

Best way to contact club: Call Crystal Kniesly
Club Email: ElkhartCty4HGoatClub@gmail.com 
Club Facebook: Elkhart County 4-H Goat Club

Meeting Location: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m.
Club Meeting Dates: 3rd Tuesday of the month, October, January-July
October 21, 2025 - Sheep/Swine Arena
January 20, 2026 - Sheep/Swine Arena
February 17, 2026 - Sheep/Swine Arena
March 17, 2026 - Sheep/Swine Arena
April 21, 2026 - Sheep/Swine Arena
May 19, 2026 - Goat Barn
June 16, 2026 - Goat Barn
July 21, 2026 - Goat Barn

Additional Meetings/Events:
August 18, 2026 – 6:00pm Goat Club 2025 Awards Banquet location TBD

Goat Tagging/ID:
April 25, 2026 – Time TBD in Goat Barn, Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
May 2, 2026 – Time TBD in Goat Barn, Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds

Club Focus: Goats

Club Leader:
Carla Weaver
25723 County Road 138
Goshen, IN 46526-9235
Phone: 574-238-4996
Email: weaver482@gmail.com 
Best way to contact this club: Email or by phone to Carla Weaver

Club Meeting Dates: Jan-July, 2nd Monday of the month
Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: At leader’s home or barn
Meeting Dates:
January 12, 2026
February 9, 2026
March 9, 2026
April 13, 2026
May 11, 2026
June 8, 2026
July 13, 2026

Club Focus: Guernsey Dairy Cattle

Coming soon!

Club Leader:
Betsy Kelly
574-361-0477
betsykelly2015@gmail.com

Tim Leer
574-238-6261
talfarm@yahoo.com 

Best way to contact this club: Phone or email to Betsy Kelly or Tim Leer

Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Club Meeting Dates: 1st Monday of the Month
January 5, 2026 at Sheep/Swine Arena
February 2, 2026 at Sheep/Swine Arena
March 2, 2026 at Sheep/Swine Arena
April 6, 2026 at Sheep/Swine Arena
May 4, 2026 at Sheep/Swine Arena
June 1, 2026 at Sheep/Swine Arena
July 6, 2026 at Lamb Barn

Additional Meetings/Events
Retinal Scanning/Tagging - May 7, 2026 starting at 5:00 p.m. in the Lamb Barn, Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Retinal Scanning/Tagging - May 9, 2026 starting at 7:00 a.m. in the Lamb Barn, Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Carcass Show - July 16, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the Sheep/Swine Arena, Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds

Club Focus: Lambs

Club Leader: Valerie Jacobs
Phone: 574-354-0612
Email: poultryleader@gmail.com 
Best way to contact the club: Call or text Valerie Jacobs

Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Meeting Dates: 2nd Monday of the month, October through June
October 13, 2025 - Sheep/Swine Arena
November 10, 2025 - Ag Hall
December 8, 2025 - Ag Hall
January 12, 2026 - Ag Hall
February 9, 2026 - Ag Hall
March 9, 2026 - Ag Hall
April 13, 2026 - Ag Hall
May 11, 2026 - Beef/Dairy Arena
June 8, 2026 - Ag Hall
July 20, 2026 – The Barn

New Member Meetings: 3rd Monday of the month at 7:00pm at the Maple Hall Building
October 20, 2025
February 16, 2026
March 16, 2026
April 20, 2026

Achievement Banquet: August 10, 2026 - ECCC at 6:30pm

Important Dates:
December 8, 2025: Geese orders due exhibition and commercial
Jan 1, 2026: Suggested to place orders for exhibition birds and commercial turkeys
Jan 12, 2026: Exhibition duck orders due
Feb 9, 2026: Turkey orders due and commercial bantam duck orders due
April 1, 2026: All exhibition animals must be in your possession
April 13, 2026: Commercial duck, commercial roaster and broilers order due
End of April: Geranium pick up
May 30, 2026: T-shirt orders will be due
July 11, 2026: Exhibition bird banding from 7:00am-1:00pm; pullorum testing; no call ducks, pigeons or guineas
July 18, 2026: REQUIRED - Commercial bird banding, EXCEPT turkeys 7:00am-1:00pm
July 21, 2026: Carcass show at 6:00pm
July 23, 2026: Fair check-in from 12:00pm-7:00pm
July 24, 2026: Exhibition show and showmanship starting at 8:00am
July 25, 2026: Commercial show starting at 8:00am
July 31, 2026: Check out is to be determined

Club Focus: Poultry

Club Leader:
Israel Stark
574-849-8823
starkiw2740@msn.com 

Tammy Stark
574-849-8824
starktl@msn.com 

Club Email: ec4hrabbitclub@gmail.com 
Club Facebook: Elkhart County 4-H Rabbit Club
Best way to contact this club: Call Israel Stark or Tammy Stark

Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Meeting Dates: Most meetings are the 2nd Thursday of the month, January- July
January 8, 2026 - Maple Hall Building
February 12, 2026 - Maple Hall Building
March 5, 2026 - Ag Hall
April 16, 2026 - Maple Hall Building
May 14, 2026 - Beef/Dairy Arena
June 11, 2026 - Maple Hall Building
July 9, 2026 - Maple Hall Building

New Family Meeting Date:
February 5, 2026 at 7:00pm – Maple Hall

Breed ID Expo:
March 14, 2026 – 10:00am-1:00pm & 2:00pm-3:00pm – Maple Hall Building

Club Work Dates:
April 25, 2026, Work Day 1 - 8:00am - Rabbit Barn
June 27, 2026, Work Day 2 - 8:00am - Rabbit Barn
July 18, 2026, Work Day 3 - 8:00am - Rabbit Barn
July 31, 2026, Work Day 4 - TBD - Rabbit Barn

Achievement Banquet:
August 11, 2026 7:00pm - ECCC

Club Focus: Rabbit Education

Advisory Board Meetings: Most meetings are on the first Monday of the month on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds at 7:00pm

January 5, 2026 - Clover Hill
February 2, 2026 - Clover Hill
March 2, 2026 - Clover Hill
April 13, 2026 - Clover Hill
May 4, 2026 - Clover Hill
June 1, 2026 - Clover Hill
July 6, 2026 - Clover Hill
September 14, 2026 - Clover Hill
October 5, 2026 - Clover Hill
November 2, 2026 - Clover Hill
December 7, 2026 - Clover Hill

Club Organizational Leader: Ashley King (Holdeman)
Phone: 574-354-7403
Email: ashleyholdeman4h@yahoo.com

Assistant Leaders:
Heidi Jackson
574-361-0758
chjackson24@gmail.com 

Heather Riegsecker (1st & 2nd year members)
574-370-0443
heatherriegsecker@legacysleepers.com 

Sierra Cross
574-370-6421
countrycross241@gmail.com 

Heather McKay
574-536-0588
heather.mckay0415@gmail.com 

Best way to contact the club: Phone or email Ashley King (Holdeman)
Club email: leaders@elkhartcounty4hsaddleclub.com OR ashleyholdeman4h@yahoo.com 
Club Facebook: Elkhart County Saddle Club

Club Meeting Times: 6:30pm for 1st & 2nd year members and then following at 7:00pm for general meeting
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Club Meeting Dates: January - July, 2nd Monday of the month
January 12, 2026
February 9, 2026
March 9, 2026
April 13, 2026
May 11, 2026
June 8, 2026
July 13, 2026

Club Focus: Promoting equine safety & education: building youth life skills

Club Leader: Jerod & Megan Erb
Phone: 574-202-4440
Email: elkhartcountyswineclub@gmail.com 
Club Facebook: Elkhart County Swine Club

Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Meeting Dates: Jan-July, 2nd Tuesday of the month
January 13, 2026
February 10, 2026
March 10, 2026
April 14, 2026
June 9, 2026
July 14, 2026 @ 6:00p.m.

Tagging Dates:
May 2, Saturday at 7:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. at Gate #4, Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
May 16, Saturday at 7:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. at Gate #4, Elkhart County 4- H Fairgrounds

Club Focus: Swine

Club Leader: Sarah Snyder
Phone: 574-612-4757
Email: smsnyder2004@yahoo.com 
Club Facebook page: none
Club Email: bristolboosters@yahoo.com 
Best Way to Contact: By club email or call Sarah Snyder

Meeting Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Meeting Place: Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church (20943 C.R. 6, Bristol, IN 46507)
Club Meeting Dates: December-July
December 1, 2025
January 5, 2026
February 2, 2026
March 2, 2026
April 6, 2026
May 4, 2026
June 1, 2026
July 7, 2026

Club Focus: Leadership and General Projects

Club Leader: Penny Stroup
Phone: 574-536-5404
Email: m.p.stroup75@gmail.com 
Club Facebook page: none
Best way to contact this club: Email, call or text Penny Stroup

Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Penny Stroup’s Home (17429 CR 8, Bristol, IN 46507)
Club Meeting Dates: Last Monday of the month January-July
January 26, 2026
February 23, 2026
March 30, 2026
April 27, 2026
May 25, 2026
June 29, 2026
July 27, 2026

Club Focus: General Projects

Club Leader: Katrina Gregg
Phone: 574-849-1532 (text available)
Email: busybobcats1983@gmail.com 
Club Facebook page: none
Best way to contact this club: Call or text Katrina Gregg

Meeting Time: 6:30pm
Meeting Place: Elkhart Central Fire Station (500 East Street, Elkhart, IN)
Club Meeting Dates: October-May, 3rd Tuesday of the Month
October 21, 2025
November 18, 2025
December 16, 2025
January 20, 2026
February 17, 2026
March 17, 2026
April 21, 2026
May 19, 2026

Club Focus: Leadership and Creativity

Club Leader: Lloyd and Kathy Overholt
Phone: 574-596-4289
Email: kathie17180@yahoo.com 
Best way to contact this club: Text Kathy Overholt

Meeting Time: 6:30-7:30p.m.
Meeting Place: Martin’s Side Door Deli - Upstairs (575 E. Jackson Blvd., Elkhart, IN 46516)
Meeting Dates: 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, February through July
February 2 and 16, 2026
March 2 and 16, 2026
April 6 and 20, 2026
May 4 and 18, 2026
June 1 and 15, 2026
July 6 and 20, 2026

Club Focus: General Projects

Club Leader:
Rachel Miller
574-370-6156
calebandrachel.service@gmail.com 

Cindy Evers
574-674-5345
lcevers@gmail.com 

Club Facebook page: none
Best way to contact this club: Email or call Cindy Evers or Rachel Miller

Meeting Time: 6:45-8:00pm
Meeting Place: Bethany Missionary Church (56295 County Road 1, Elkhart, IN 46516)
Club Meeting Dates:
January 5, 2026
February 2, 2026
March 2, 2026
April 13, 2026
May 4, 2026
June 1, 2026
June 29, 2026

Club Focus: General 4-H projects and community service

Club Leader: Linda Wagner
Phone: Home: 574-875-7622 / Cell: 574-536-8755
Email: mikelwagner73@gmail.com 
Best way to contact the club: Call Linda Wagner

Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Meeting Place: Elkhart Valley Church of the Brethren Cabin (24955 CR 24, Elkhart, IN 46517)
Meeting Dates: December-June, 2nd Tuesday of the month
December 9, 2025
January 13, 2026
February 10, 2026
March 10, 2026
April 14, 2026
May 12, 2026
June 9, 2026

Club Focus: General Projects

Club Leader: Pat McKinley
Phone: 574-575-8449
Email: wilma8998@yahoo.com 
Club Facebook page: Concord Lads and Lassies 4-H
Best way to contact the club: Facebook page or call Pat McKinley

Meeting Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Elkhart Valley Church of the Brethren Cabin
Club Meeting Dates: 1st Monday of the month, Year-round
September 7, 2025
October 6, 2025
November 3, 2025
December 1, 2025
January 5, 2026
February 2, 2026
March 2, 2026
April 6, 2026
May 4, 2026
June 1, 2026
July 6, 2026
August 3, 2026

Club Focus: Community Service; Life Skills; Helping members with their 4-H projects

Club Leader: Barb Bute
Phone: 574-575-2328
Email: mayberryloves1964@yahoo.com 
Best way to contact this club: Call Barb Bute

Meeting Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Meeting Place: Zion Missionary Church (1135 East Hively Ave., Elkhart, IN 46517)
Meeting Dates: 3rd Thursday of the month, January-June
January 15, 2026
February 19, 2026
March 19, 2026
April 16, 2026
May 21, 2026
June 18, 2026

Club Focus: Service projects

Club Leader:
Deb Pepple
574-333-2247
djudson1953@aol.com 

Suzette Yurko
574-293-0935
suzyurko@gmail.com 

Club Facebook page: Jamestown 4-H Club Elkhart Indiana
Best way to contact this club: Facebook page

Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Jamestown United Methodist Fellowship Hall (59218 CR 3, Elkhart, IN)
Club Meeting Dates: 1st Thursday of the month *No meeting in August, November, or January
September 4, 2025
October 2, 2025
December 4, 2025
February 5, 2026
March 5, 2026
April 2, 2026
May 7, 2026
June 4, 2026
July 2, 2026

Club Focus: Education and Service

Club Leader:
Joshua Culp
574-238-0932
jculp41151@gmail.com 

Tammy Victor
574-361-7704
tl_shel@yahoo.com 

Club Facebook page: none
Club Email: none
Best way to contact this club: Call or text Josh Culp or Tammy Victor

Meeting Time: 7:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds, Fair Board Room
Club Meeting Dates: 2nd Monday of the month, Year Round
October 13, 2025
November 10, 2025
December 8, 2025
January 12, 2026
February 9, 2026
March 9, 2026
April 13, 2026
May 11, 2026
June 8, 2026
July 13, 2026
August 10. 2026
September 14, 2026
October 12, 2026
November 9, 2026

Club Focus: Community Service

Club Leader: Lois Clark
Phone: 574-575-8772
Email: lutuck12@gmail.com 
Club Email: none
Best way to contact this club: Call or text Lois Clark

Meeting Time: 6:30 p.m.
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Meeting Dates: 4th Monday of the month, January-June
January 26, 2026
February 23, 2026
March 23, 2026
April 27, 2026
May 2026 - TBD
June 22, 2026
July 13, 2026

Club Focus: General projects

Club Leader:
Jill Leer
574-538-8480
jillleigh1014@gmail.com 

Mary Moore
574-903-3047
m_swartzentruber@hotmail.com 

Club Facebook page: none
Club Email: fairfieldpioneers@gmail.com 
Best way to contact this club: Call Jill or Mary

Meeting Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
Club Meeting Dates: 2nd Tuesday of the month, January through July
January 13, 2026 @ ECCC – Room B
February 10, 2026 @ ECCC – Room B
March 10, 2026 @ ECCC – Room B
April 14, 2026 @ ECCC – Room B
May 12, 2026 @ TBD
June 9, 2026 @ ECCC – Room B
July 14, 2026 @ Ag Hall

Achievement Banquet: TBA

Club Focus: General 4-H projects

Club Leader: Sharon Schaubert
Phone: 574-534-1375
Email: wesingforjoy@gmail.com 
Best way to contact this club: Email Sharon Schaubert

Club Meeting Dates: January-June, 1st Thursday of the month, EXCEPT January due to the holiday
Meeting Time: 6:30p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Meeting Place: Sugar Grove Church, 58512 Old County Rd 17, Goshen, IN 46528
January 8, 2026
February 5, 2026
March 5, 2026
April 2, 2026
May 7, 2026
June 4, 2026

Club Focus: Encourage, educate and equip 4-H’ers for life through projects, activities and community service

Club Leader:
Audrey Smith
574-831-5326

Marci Scales
574-349-1533

Best way to contact this club: Call Audrey Smith (home phone)
Club Email: ggg4hclub@gmail.com 

Meeting Time: 6:30p.m. – 7:30p.m.
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds - Ag Hall
Meeting Dates: Year-round, the 3rd Monday of the Month except June
October 20, 2025
November 17, 2025
January 19, 2026
February 16, 2026
March 16, 2026
April 20, 2026
May 18, 2026
June 22, 2026 @ Sheep/Swine Arena

Awards Meeting: August 24, 2026 @ Maple Hall

Club Focus: Community Service

Club Leader: Sarah Sark
Phone: 574-875-5117 x 2208
Email: ssark@bashor.org 
Best way to contact the club: Email Sarah

Meeting Dates/Time: During group times on campus
Meeting Place: Bashor Children’s Home

This membership is by invitation only by club leaders, and includes Mini 4-H

Club Focus: Community Resources and Experiential Learning

Club Leaders:
Sandy Bates
574-349-1930

Susan Franko
574-202-6806

Sarah Homes
574-370-7339

E-mail: harrisonhelpers4hclub@gmail.com 
Best way to contact club: Text Sandy Bates at 574-349-1930 or Susan Franko at 574-202-6806

Meeting Time: 7:00p.m.-8:00p.m.
Meeting Place: Harrison Christian School (64784 CR 11, Goshen, IN 46526)
Meeting Dates: 3rd Tuesday of the month from January- June
January 20, 2026
February 17, 2026
March 17, 2026
April 21, 2026
May 19, 2026
June 16, 2026

Club Focus: Responsibility/Teamwork

Club Leader: Ruth Yankey
Phone: 574-536-2057
Email: ryankey747@gmail.com 
Best way to contact this club: By phone or email Ruth Yankey

Meeting Time: 6:30pm-7:30pm
Meeting Place: Mt. Joy Mennonite Church (200 N. 23rd Street, Goshen, IN 46528)
Meeting Dates: Club meetings are the 4th Wednesday of the month, except no club meeting in July
February 25, 2026
March 25, 2026
April 22, 2026
May 27, 2026
June 24, 2026
August 26, 2026

Year End Recognition: August 26, 2026

Club Focus: Working with youth (grades 3-12) with development challenges/disabilities and encouraging others to join us

Club Leader: Gene & Cinde Bontrager
Phone: 574-533-6463
Email: kindclovers4h@hotmail.com 
Best way to contact this club: Email

Meeting Time: 7:00 pm
Meeting Place: Lifepoint Church (1006 S. 16th Street, Goshen, IN)
Club Meeting Dates: 3rd Monday of the month January-October
January 19, 2026
February 16, 2026
March 16, 2026
April 20, 2026
May 18, 2026
June 16, 2026
July 20, 2026
September 21, 2026
October 19, 2026

Club Banquet: Sunday, August 9, 2026
Club Focus: Club Activities, Service Projects, 4-H Business

Club Leader:
Heather Cash
574-304-2617
hrcash78@gmail.com 

Jaime Stacy
574-849-6551
stacyjaime@gmail.com 

Best way to contact the club: Email or text Heather Cash

Meeting Time: 6:30p.m.
Meeting Place: Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds - Clover Hill #1
Meeting Dates:
January 13, 2026
February 17, 2026
March 10, 2026
April 14, 2026
May 12, 2026
June 9, 2026
July 14, 2026
August 8, 2026

Club Focus: General Projects

Club Leader:
Jennifer Prough
574-215-3348
jprough22@gmail.com 

Jennifer Smeltzer
574-322-1766

Best way to contact this club: Text or email Jennifer Prough

Meeting Time: 6:30pm
Meeting Place: Middlebury Food Pantry (13307 County Road 16, Middlebury, IN 46540)
Meeting Dates: 3rd Monday of the month, January-August
January 19, 2026
February 16, 2026
March 16, 2026
April 20, 2026
May 18, 2026
June 25, 2026 from 5pm-6:30pm – Thursday - Mock judging – Bring a completed project to be looked at; 200 Mill Street
July 20, 2026 – No meeting
August 17, 2026 – End of year meeting

Club Focus: Community Service

Club Leader: Rachel Buckley
Phone: 574-361-7443
E-mail: rabuckley00@gmail.com 
Best Way to Contact Club: Email Rachel

Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Meeting Place: Northridge High School Media Center (56779 Northridge Drive, Middlebury, IN)
Meeting Dates: 2nd Monday of the Month
October 14, 2025
January 12, 2026
February 19, 2026
March 9, 2026
April 13, 2026
May 11, 2026
June 8, 2026 (Fairgrounds)
July 13, 2026 (Time/Location TBD)

Club Focus: General projects

Club Leader: Tonya Jaberg
Phone: 574-903-6364
Email: tonyakj@maplenet.net 
Best way to contact this club: Call, text or email Tonya

Club Meeting Dates: 3rd Monday of the month, October-November, January-June
Meeting Time: 6:30pm
Meeting Place: Peoples Bible Church in Benton, in the basement
Club Meeting Dates:
October 20, 2025
November 17, 2025
December - No Meeting
January 19, 2026
February 16, 2026
March 16, 2026
April 20, 2026
May 18, 2026
June 15, 2026

Club Focus: Leadership, Teamwork, and General Projects

Club Leader: Jeff Culp
Phone: 574-354-7527
Email: jdculp@maplenet.net 
Facebook: happyhustlersuniontownship4hclubelkhartcounty
Club Email: hhuniontwp4h@gmail.com 
Best way to contact this club: Club email or phone Jeff Culp

Meeting Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Meeting Place: Woodview Elementary School Cafeteria (Nappanee, IN)
Meeting Dates: 2nd Monday of the month except in June and August
January 12, 2026
February 9, 2026
March 9, 2026
April 13, 2026
May 11, 2026
June TBD, 2026
August 14, 2026

Club Focus: Increasing 4-H involvement, public speaking, hands-on involvement and participation

Club Leader:
Donna Rummel
574-253-3271
drummel74@gmail.com 

Mindy Berger
574-596-3209
dmmlberger@gmail.com 

Club Facebook page: Panther Paw 4-H Club Union Twp Elkhart County
Best way to contact this club: Email Donna Rummel

Meeting Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Meeting Place: Woodview Elementary School (800 E Woodview Dr., Nappanee, Indiana 46550)
Club Meeting Dates (2nd Monday of the month January - June):
Tuesday, January 12, 2026
Tuesday, February 9, 2026
Tuesday, March 9, 2026
Tuesday, April 13, 2026
Tuesday, May 11, 2026
Monday, June 8, 2026

Club Focus: General 4-H projects

Club Leader: Regina Morehouse
Phone: 574-202-3279
Email: rhouse@maplenet.net 
Club Email: jacksonians4-H@gmail.com 
Best way to contact club: Text Regina Morehouse

Meeting Times: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Sunnyside Park (68546 Clinton Street, New Paris, IN 46553)
Meeting Dates: 2nd Monday of the month, January- July
January 12, 2026
February 9, 2026
March 9, 2026
April 13, 2026
May 11, 2026
June 8, 2026
July 13, 2026

Club Focus: General Projects

Club Leader: Patti Bailey
Phone: 574-261-3368
Email: bailey6circus@fourway.net 
Club Facebook page: none
Best way to contact this club: Text Patti Bailey

Meeting Time: 6:30pm
Meeting Place: Wakarusa Town Cabin (107 S. Walnut Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573)
Club Meeting Dates: 4th Monday of the month November- July
November 24, 2025
December 22, 2025
January 26, 2026
February 23, 2026
March 23, 2026
April 27, 2026
May 25, 2026
June 22, 2026
July TBD

Club Focus: General Projects