Spokane County 4-H

Yesterday we celebrated our three graduating Youth Advocates for Health (YA4-H!).
Parker is headed to WSU with intent to major in psychology, sociology, and criminology.
Zeeq is attending SFCC to study forensic sciences.
Kaden has applied to one of SCC's selective entry Echocardiography programs.
Oh The Places They Will Go! ❤️

We want to interview the Spokane 4-H youth! Whether you've been in 4-H for 6 years or 6 months, we want to hear from YOU! All ENROLLED YOUTH are invited to be interviewed!
Please click the link below, and fill out the interview questions to help tell your story! We would love to have all questions answered, but it is not required. Please put some thought into your answers and speak from the heart! We are so proud of our youth and want to show you off! Thank you for participating!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXsyyId-uo4Ud8Pf2KkTFWPCSKYSPc_AZdjuggSNrjEORhbQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor

We are still on the hunt for some families looking to make some AMAING memories!!

Applications Now Open for 4-H International Exchange Inbound Hosting Opportunities – Summer 2026

We are looking for families willing to host International Exchange students from Japan and South Korea for three weeks from July 23 to August 15. These international youth are placed with families around the state of Washington, and they will arrive and depart from Ellensburg.

All host families must speak English in the home and have youth between the ages of 9 and 17 to be paired with a host sibling. Interested host families must submit application with States 4-H Exchange.

For more information or to see the list of visiting delegates, contact Carolyn Russo at [email protected].

Consider hosting an international exchange youth and show them the best Washington State has to offer!

Looking for a satisfying and limited‑time way to support the Spokane 4‑H?

The Spokane 4‑H Budget and Fund‑Raising Committee (BFR) would love to have you join us! We meet just 5–7 times a year and welcome members from every project area. The BFR helps manage and distribute funds that directly support our Spokane 4‑H youth and volunteers. We oversee the Spokane 4-H $70,000 WSU Foundation account and, over the past 18 years, have provided $29,000+ in scholarships and $34,000+ in 4-H program support. Our fund‑raisers are simple, focused, and easy to jump into. Be a part of the only group in the Spokane 4-H organization that provides support to all youth and volunteers across the Spokane County 4-H program.**BFR meetings typically run 60–75 minutes and are held primarily on Zoom.**


If you’re interested, reach out to the BFR secretary‑treasurer Gary Varrella at 509‑435‑3369 (text) or [email protected].

4-H Scholarship Winners

Congratulations to 2026 4-H Scholarship recipients. These scholarships, each in the amount of $700, are provided by the 4-H volunteer-led Spokane Committees – the Budget and Fund Raising Committee and the Horse Projects Committee.

2026 HS Grad Scholarships

· Parker Blais – Maria Imperial Memorial Scholarship provided by the Horse Projects Committee

· Stella Marsh – Malina Strong Memorial Scholarship provided by the Horse Projects Committee

· Ezeequal Michel – Budget and Fund Raising Committee Scholarship

· Megan Siemers – Budget and Fund Raising Committee Scholarship

Post-Secondary [Continuing Education] Scholarship

· Maia Siemers (Attending WSU) -- Budget and Fund Raising Committee Scholarship

Exciting News for Rabbit Lovers in Spokane Valley!
A new 4-H rabbit club, The Bunny Bunch, is coming to Spokane Valley!
Led by experienced rabbit project leader Catherine Evans, this club is a great opportunity for youth to learn about rabbit care, showmanship, responsibility, and all things rabbits while making new friends along the way.
Open to all 4-H ages — whether you're new to rabbits or already have experience, we'd love to have you join us!
We're also looking for a co-leader! If you have rabbit experience and would enjoy helping youth learn and grow through the 4-H Rabbit Project, we'd love to hear from you. Serving as a volunteer leader is a rewarding way to share your knowledge and support the next generation of rabbit enthusiasts.
For more information about joining the club or becoming a volunteer co-leader, please contact:
Jennifer Fees: [email protected]
OR
Catherine Evans: [email protected]
406-215-5575
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with families who may be interested!

This week's Spokane County Interstate Fair 4-H Still Life Spotlight is Legos.

For a 4-H fair project with an America’s Birthday theme, build patriotic scenes using red, white, and blue bricks, such as a 3D American flag, a miniature Statue of Liberty, or a Fourth of July parade float. Create iconic landmarks like the White House or a scene featuring fireworks over a city skyline.

Patriotic 4-H LEGO Ideas

• Flag Scene: Build an American flag using red, white, and blue bricks, incorporating tiny white round studs for stars.

• Historical Landmark: Construct a miniature Statue of Liberty, the Liberty Bell, or the White House.

• 4th of July Celebration: Create a scene showing a family picnic with a grill, red/white/blue food items, or a parade scene with tractors, trucks, and figures.

• Level 1 (Grades 3-5): Build a single, recognizable object like a flag, a firework, or a small monument.

• Level 2 (Grades 6-8): Create two related items, such as a parade float and a marching band member, or a park scene with a fountain and a monument.

• Level 3 (Grades 9-12): Build a complex, three-item scene like a, miniature, version of Washington D.C. featuring the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and Capitol Building.

For more LEGO ideas, make sure you check out the Friday Update!
Important Dates to Remember:
Entry Forms Due: August 11, 2026
Booth set-up Date: September 8, 2026
Class 1-17 Arrive: September 8, 2026
Class 18-23 Arrive: September 9 and 10, 2026
Fair Dates: September 11–20, 2026

Release of Exhibits: September 21, 2026

Starting early allows time to plan, gather materials, and create something truly meaningful. We’re excited to see the creativity and pride our 4-H youth bring to this year’s fair!

2026 Washington 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest
June 27th Grant County Fairgrounds

Toay is the last day for registration!There will be NO REGISTRTION day of event.

Registration on 4honline

https://2026LivestockJudging.4honline.com

We want to bring these items to your attention as there are changes in the state contest, please click the following link to learn more :
https://extension.wsu.edu/4h/events/livestock-judging-contest/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSERftleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFwVjdDQjdsY2l5dFJ0MTFyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHn1SnYn48mmbYRA5GgA-_RXiv_0Kp36D1EvlFjIoaI3IvpYpbF7_rfqWbHj2_aem_LzqsFSN6NFDGaCf8M_tTPg

Happy Trails Horse Camp June 24-28 in Chewelah, WA!

Learn horsemanship, goat tying and roping from amazing clinicians! Enjoy trail rides in the foothills with friends. Build a vet kit and a wooden saddle rack. Overnight campout at Rustlers Gulch for the oldest group… Skits, games and more. You won’t want to miss out.
Registration is at the following link

https://forms.gle/RwFoon13GDKcyyDR6

Parents and Guardians: if you have a youth between 13-18, they are invited to take part in the National 4-H Annual Index survey. Their voice can help shape the future of 4-H! The survey will take about 15-24 minutes to complete and will ask about their 4-H experience in 2025.

The deadline to complete the survey is July 15th.

https://4hcouncil.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1Y6R6QLVqJJIyKq