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Apply Now to be a Camp Counselor in 2026!

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The 2026 4-H Camp Counselor application is now open! Due Friday, January 9th, 2026. Before submitting application online, see below for additional forms that need to be completed and submitted as part of the application process.

2026 Camp Counselor Application (online application) For youth interested in serving as a New or Returning Camp Counselor (must be 14 & older to be a counselor). You will be asked to upload the following forms within the application portal: 1. Standards of Behavior form 2. Ohio 4-H Camp Cell Phone Policy and Tar Hollow Electronics Policy/Camp Counselor Code of Conduct form 3. Counselor Permission to Participate. After you complete the online application, you will receive a follow-up email to complete the Ohio 4-H Health Statement. You will need to upload a current picture within this online portal.

Teen Opportunity: Junior Fair Board Applications – due 1/9/2026 (online)

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  • 2026 Junior Fair Board Application (online application) For 4-H and FFA youth interested in serving on the Fairfield County Junior Fair Board.  Membership is open to youth between the ages of 14 and 18 years old. New members must be 14 years old by October 1st, 2026 of the current year to serve.

Support the Fairfield County Junior Fair Board – Kroger Rewards

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Help the Fairfield County Junior Fair Board raise money while shopping at no additional cost to you! 

Kroger Community Rewards

1. Start at Kroger.com
2. Sign in with your current Kroger account or create a new one. Note: You must have a registered Kroger Rewards card in order to participate in the Community Rewards program
3. Click the Community Rewards tab and search for “Fairfield Co 4H Advisory Committee”, then click Enroll
4. Once you select your charity, it will be saved and you will support 4-H each time you shop!
5. The 4-H Advisory Committee will allocate these funds to the JFB upon receipt

Scholarship Opportunity: South Central Power – due 1/30/2026

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South Central Power Company Scholarship programs help high school seniors who want to continue their education at a college, vocational, or technical school.

The South Central Power Company Foundation is offering five scholarship categories:

  • Academic Excellence
  • Career-Technical
  • Community
  • Leadership
  • Opportunity

Steps to apply for a scholarship

  • Review the five scholarship categories and rules and guidelines
  • You may submit only one application.
  • Be sure to use the correct scholarship category to submit your application.

The 2026 scholarship application and guidelines will be available in early December. The deadline to apply for the 2025 scholarships is Jan. 30, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. 

You’re invited – Jr. Fair Dairy Cattle Exhibitor Meeting: December 10th

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Sent on behalf of Fairfield County Junior Fair Dairy Cattle Superintendent:

Junior Fair Dairy Cattle Exhibitors and 4-H/FFA Advisors,

As a Fairfield County Junior Fair dairy cattle exhibitor family, the Junior Fair Dairy Cattle Superintendent is inviting you to come and talk about the 2025/2026 Dairy Shows on Wednesday, December 10th, beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Fairfield County Ag Center/OSU Extension Office. We hope that you can join us at this open meeting!

You’re invited – Jr. Fair Meat/Market Goat Exhibitor Meeting: November 25th

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Sent on behalf of Fairfield County Junior Fair Meat/Market Goat Superintendents:

Junior Fair Meat/Market Exhibitors and 4-H/FFA Advisors,

As a Fairfield County Junior Fair meat/market goat exhibitor family, the Junior Fair Meat/Market Goat Superintendents are inviting you to come and talk about the 2025/2026 Junior Fair Shows on Tuesday, November 25th, beginning at 6 p.m. at OSU Extension Office/Fairfield County Ag Center. We hope that you can join us at this open meeting!

Exciting Leadership Opportunity for 4-H Youth at the American Farm Bureau Convention in Anaheim, CA

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We’re excited to share a national opportunity for 4‑H members!

Youth Leadership Program

📅 Save the Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026

🌎 Location: American Farm Bureau® Convention, Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA

✔️ Action Needed: Encourage your 4‑H youth to register today.

 

Please share this opportunity with your 4‑H families — or consider making it a multi‑day leadership experience for your teens. Reach out to your local Farm Bureau for possible support while also strengthening this important relationship.

 

This FREE program for 4‑H members gives youth the chance to:

🍀 Connect with farmers, ranchers, and industry leaders nationwide

🍀 Network with other youth leaders and build leadership skills!

🍀 Attend the Empowering Young Leaders reception with AFBF President Zippy Duvall

Click here for more information.

There may also be opportunities for your 4‑H’ers to help staff the 4‑H booth during the event. Contact bhecht@4‑H.org if your registered delegation wishes to volunteer.