LaSalle 4-H Contests and Workshops September-October 2024

LaSalle 4-H Pet Show
September 26, 2024

Come hangout with the Jr. Leaders and show everyone your adorable pet! Bring A Lawn Chair!
Registration is between 5:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 26, 2024.
The show will begin promptly at 5:30 p.m. at the Jena Town Park (amphitheater area).
Each 4-H’er can only enter one pet! 1. Categories of pets include: Dogs, Cats, Rabbits, Fowl (Birds), Fish, Reptile and any other. Dogs must be on a leashes and cats in a pet carrier. 2. Elementary members will compete separately depending on the number of exhibitors. Jr. High and High School members will compete separately in categories where 5 or more pets are registered. In categories where less than 5 pets are registered, Jr. High and High School members will compete together. 3. In each category, animals will be judged on characteristics such as: best groomed, largest (height), smallest (height), most unusual, longest hair, prettiest eyes, etc. 4. This is a fun pet show. It is not necessary to have a registered animal. Grooming, cleanliness and temperament are important. 5. Each 4-H’er will receive a participation ribbon. 4-H’ers whose pet wins a division will receive a rosette. You will not want to miss all the fun and excitement. There will be a Best Trick competition awarded. The Owner/Pet Look-a-Like competition always allows for your creativity. So, get your canine friend ready for the miniature obstacle course!

Geaux Grilling Workshop
October 21, 2024

We will be lighting fires and cranking up the pits at the LaSalle 4-H Food Science Grilling Workshop. 7th - 12th grade 4-H’ers, join us for a hands-on learning experience into meat science, and food safety and preparation. Bring your appetite to the 4-H meeting room under the courthouse on Monday, October 21 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Closed-toe shoes are a must! Return the $10 registration fee to help cover food costs to: LaSalle 4-H, P.O. Box 101, Jena, LA 71342. Deadline to Register October 7, 2024.


Around the World: Flavors of Fall Culinary Class
October 14, 2024


Who likes to spend time in the kitchen? Come join other youth in the “4-H kitchen” on October 14 and indulge in the bold and savory flavors of Fall during this culinary class.
This class will feature 3 recipes from around the world with the “Fall” season in mind. Participants will have a hands-on learning experience to sharpen their knife skills, food safety knowledge, and culinary skills.

The class is open to 4th-6th grade youth. A $30 registration fee is due by 10/7. Limited to 20 participants. Youth will also receive an incentive item upon attending the class.
Call the 4-H office at 992-2205 for more information. Registration flyer available at club meetings and in the 4-H Office.

Pumpkin Workshop
October 28, 2024


Attention Club members - 4th-6th grades. This year we will be holding the Pumpkin Workshop on October 28 in the 4-H Office’s downstairs conference room from 9:00 a.m.. - Noon. YOU MUST PROVIDE YOUR OWN CLEANED-OUT PUMPKIN! At the workshop you will be provided information on growing your own pumpkins, the nutritional value, and create pumpkin snacks. Don’t forget Glow-in-the-Dark Slime! The highlight of the workshop will be “pumpkin carving”. You will be able to carve your own pumpkin to bring home and display for Halloween. You must bring a pumpkin that has been cleaned and is ready for carving. *Hint* Thick walled pumpkins will need their insides scraped much more! Return the registration form with $10.00 to the 4-H Office by October 16.


4-H Fall Cookery Contest
October 15, 2024
Check in 5:15pm. Judging begins 5:30 p.m.

Start getting those ideals ready for the Fall Cookery Contest! The October contest will consist of three (3) categories.

Rice Cookery - Must contain one (1) cup of rice and be focal point of dish.
Egg Cookery - 2 categories (Egg Dessert and Egg Other)- Dish must contain 4Whole Eggs.
PB&J Sandwich Challenge - Traditional Sandwich with your own creative touches!

More details to come in October 4-H Newsletter!




Please note: If you have a disability which requires special assistance for your participation in any 4-H activity, please contact the LaSalle Parish 4-H Office at 318-992-2205.

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