UConn 4-H Hartford County

Last call for registrations for the July 8th CPR/AED/First Aid training.

Get CPR & AED Certified with UConn 4-H! Open to 4-H volunteers and youth 13+. $20 certification fee for volunteers and $40 certification fee for youth. Participants must complete a 4-hour training prior to in-person class. Sessions are from 6pm-9pm at the following dates and locations:

5/29 - 24 Hyde Ave, Vernon, CT 06066
6/18 - 270 Farmington Ave, Suite 262, Farmington, CT 06032
7/8 - 1066 Saybrook Rd, Haddam, CT 06438

Register today - s.uconn.edu/4-hcpr

It's signing season in 4-H!

Hartford County 4-H celebrated Ava, Madelyn and Tahlia, Officers in the Hartford County 4-H Fair Association who recently graduated high school and will be attending UConn CAHNR. UConn 4-H is preparing youth to be Beyond Ready for life and career. Youth are gaining knowledge and skills in 4-H that prepare them to step out into the world and succeed.

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Congratulations to Debbie Crosset, the 2025 Hartford County 4-H Fair Association Premium Book Dedication Recipient. Fair Association President Tahlia, presented Debbie with the first copy of this year's book.

Debbie Crosset

Debbie is a 50 year volunteer, who has mentored generations of 4-Hers. Her connection with 4-H began as a 10-year-old member in Granby. Debbie has willingly given her time for decades as a fair judge and steward at the Hartford County 4-H Fair. On the county and state levels she has served as a clothing evaluation coordinator and member of the Hartford County 4-H Advisory and Expressive Arts Day Committees. She also served as a camp counselor at Hartford County 4-H Camp.

On a club level, Debbie has led project groups in sewing, quilting, cooking, arts and crafts, woodworking, electricity, and music, always promoting creativity, resilience, and fun. Debbie’s always adapting to challenges, including successfully transitioning her programs to virtual cooking during the COVID-19 pandemic. She has mentored numerous club officers and supported 4-H members in community service with projects, such as organizing Memorial Day floats and creating quilts for charity.

Debbie has continuously guided youth with patience, and creativity, empowering them to take on ambitious projects, learn complex skills, and encourage future growth.

Thank you, Debbie, for all that you do for Hartford County 4-H!

Open to all teens and volunteers. Register today.

Join the UConn 4-H Teen Council for the 4-H Fair Leadership Summit! This evening session will be packed with a media training (Run by National 4-H Council), Biosecurity Best Practices (Sara Tomis, UConn One Health Educator) and two sessions run by our very own teen council. Interesting in registering? Use the link to sign up

S.UConn.edu/leadershipsummit

Today’s a great day to come out to Red Robin, Enfield. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or order take-out. 20% of your purchase goes to Hartford County 4-H Fair. Just mention the fundraiser to your server or select the fundraiser tab when doing online ordering.

Save the date and join us November 15th for a conference designed just for 4-H volunteers.

Calling all UConn 4-H Volunteers! We are looking forward to connecting you all at the UConn 4-H Volunteer Conference on November 15th 2025. An exciting opportunity for you to gain training, network with volunteers across the State and receive recognition for the work you do every day. Be on the lookout for more information.

Teens, forms for fall award trips and Teen Council are due to the county office by May 17th.

Don't delay! Interested in attending a National trip or applying for a UConn 4-H Teen Council position?

The UConn 4-H Recognition Forms are due to County offices in the month of May, check with your County office on specific deadlines.

https://4-h.extension.uconn.edu/forms/

Thank you to everyone who has visited their local Tractor Supply Store and supported the Clover Campaign. Dollars raised in this campaign directly support Hartford County 4-H members.

If you haven’t shown your support, plan to visit your local CT Tractor Supply Store this weekend. Campaign ends Monday, May 5th.

Visit your local Tractor Supply Co. today to help support our 4-H programs camp and leadership activities!

See the full list of Connecticut tractor supplies using this link: s.uconn.edu/uconn4htsc

Honor Family nominations are due to the Hartford County Office on June 1st! Nomination forms can be found at: s.uconn.edu/honorfamily2025

Congratulations to Albert and Walter! Thank you volunteers for all you do and Happy Volunteer Appreciation Week!

Congratulations to the UConn 4-H Rising Star & Hall of Fame award recipients! Our volunteers are the backbone of our county programs and we are thrilled to recognize these individuals.

Are you interested in nominating a worthy 4-H volunteer? The application for our 2026 volunteer awards is now open and closes July 1 at the County level. Send completed applications to your County 4-H educator.

s.uconn.edu/volunteernominationpacket26

It’s a great time to visit Tractor Supply and show your support for 4-H.

Visit your local Tractor Supply Co. today to help support our 4-H programs camp and leadership activities!

See the full list of Connecticut tractor supplies using this link: s.uconn.edu/uconn4htsc

Calling all horseback riders….it’s not too late to sign up for Hartford County 4-H Camp Bring Your Own Horse to Camp Week. Opportunities are still available to lease a camp horse for the week too.

Hey there friends!
If you love hanging out with horses, check out our horse programs. We still have availability in our week long Bring Your Horse to Camp Week. We also still have spots for overnight campers to add Horse as one of their activities for the week. Visit our website now to add!