01. Calendar of Events

April

• Horse Possession Deadline (Apr 1)
• Easter Sunday (Apr 5)
• State Shooting Sports Match (Apr 10-18)
• Livestock Celebration (Apr 12)
• Fuel 4 Life Cooking Class (Apr 18)
• Volunteer Appreciation Week (Apr 19-25)
• Rocket Day (Apr 25)

May

• Deadline for State Boards (May 1)
• Regional Culinary Arts Contest (May 12)
• EBR 4-H Foundation Grants Due (May 15)
• State Food Challenge (May 20)
• 4-HU Registration Deadline (May 29)
• 4-HU State Board Interviews (May 29)

June

• EBR 4-H Foundation Award Announcement (June 1)
• SED Horse Show (June 16-17)
• 4-H University (June 23-25)

July

• 4-H Camp Parent Meeting (July 1)
• 4-H Summer Camp (July 20-23)
• WE LEAD (July 22-24)

02. Events

Upcoming Events

• 4-H University June 23-25 (8th - 12th grades)
• 4-H Summer Camp (4th - 6th grades)

Visit our EVENTS PAGE for more information about upcoming 4-H events like Bash on the Bayou, 4-H Night with the Pelicans, 4-H Camp, 4-H University, and much more!

03. Rocket Day

Announcing a ROCKET DAY - April 25, 2026 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Here is the link to sign up- https://forms.office.com/r/LW9MsYmsTy

4-H Beginner Rocket Day is an exciting, hands-on event where youth learn the basics of model rocketry alongside members of the Civil Air Patrol- Auxiliary of the USAF. Participants will explore rocket safety, simple physics, and aerospace concepts, then build and launch their own beginner rockets. This fun, educational day is perfect for newcomers and curious minds who want to experience teamwork, STEM learning, and the thrill of launch day—no prior experience needed!

Location: LSU LaHouse

Participants should bring their own lunch.

04. Volunteer Appreciation Week

East Baton Rouge 4-H Volunteers Help Youth Become Beyond Ready

During Volunteer Appreciation Week, East Baton Rouge 4-H proudly recognizes the volunteers who make it possible for young people to gain real world experiences that help them become Beyond Ready for life, work, and their future pathways.

With the support of caring volunteers, youth participate in hands on civic learning, leadership development, and community service that turn curiosity into purpose, build strong relationships and a sense of belonging, and expose youth to future college and career pathways. These experiences help youth develop essential skills such as responsibility, communication, problem solving, empathy, and leadership.

In East Baton Rouge, over 60 youth and adult volunteers supported 514 youth through clubs, events, service projects, and educational activities this year—contributing 940 volunteer hours, valued at $29.14 per hour. More importantly, their impact is seen in confident, capable young people who are ready to lead and serve their communities.

Louisiana 4-H volunteers play a vital role in helping youth build character, caring, and accountability while exploring meaningful future opportunities. We are grateful for all they do to help our youth become Beyond Ready.

Interested in volunteering with 4-H? Contact the East Baton Rouge 4-H Office

• 225-389-3055
• Olivia Picard - opicard@agcenter.lsu.edu
• Candace Derbes - caderbes@agcenter.lsu.edu

05. Parish Sponsor Contact Form

Help us update our sponsor contacts! Please share the sponsor form with past and present supporters of EBR 4-H. Sponsor Form Link:

East Baton Rouge 4-H Sponsor Contact Update

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