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🎯 Hunter Education Course Coming Up! 🦌Interested in learning more about hunting safety and completing your Hunter Educat...
09/01/2026

🎯 Hunter Education Course Coming Up! 🦌

Interested in learning more about hunting safety and completing your Hunter Education certification? A Kansas Hunter Education Internet-Assisted Course will be held September 26, 2026, at the Butler County 4-H Community Building in El Dorado.

πŸ“… Date: September 26, 2026
⏰ Check-in: 7:30–8:00 a.m.
🌲 Field Day: 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
πŸ’² Cost: FREE
πŸ“ Location: Butler County 4-H Community Building, 200 N. Griffith, El Dorado

Pre-enrollment is required, and space is limited! Butler County Extension is helping facilitate registration for this course, but the course itself is conducted by Hunter Education instructors.

πŸ“ž To pre-enroll, contact the Butler County Extension Office at 316-321-9660. Registration is open through September 23 or until the course is full. No drop-ins will be accepted.

Participants will need to complete the required online portion after pre-registering and bring their printed certificate of completion to the field day.

Congratulations to these Butler County 4-H members on their performance at the Kansas 4-H Livestock Sweepstakes!
08/31/2026

Congratulations to these Butler County 4-H members on their performance at the Kansas 4-H Livestock Sweepstakes!

πŸ“¬ The September 4-H Newsletter is Here! The latest Butler County 4-H newsletter is now live on our website! Be sure to c...
08/28/2026

πŸ“¬ The September 4-H Newsletter is Here!

The latest Butler County 4-H newsletter is now live on our website! Be sure to check it out for important upcoming dates, reminders, opportunities, and everything you need to know as we wrap up the 4-H year and look ahead to what’s next.

Inside this issue:
β€’ 4-H Open House information & project booth sign-up
β€’ Record book & pin application deadlines
β€’ Upcoming events and important dates
β€’ And more!

πŸ‘‰ Read the September newsletter:https://www.butler.k-state.edu/4-h/September%202026.pdf

Don’t miss an important deadline. Take a few minutes to give the newsletter a read! πŸ’š

πŸŽ‰ A BIG 4-H THANK YOU TO OUR SUMMER INTERNS! πŸŽ‰If you’ve been around the K-State Extension - Butler County office this su...
08/17/2026

πŸŽ‰ A BIG 4-H THANK YOU TO OUR SUMMER INTERNS! πŸŽ‰

If you’ve been around the K-State Extension - Butler County office this summer, you probably noticed two things: a LOT of programs happening and a LOT of fun happening along the way! πŸ’š

We are so thankful to Kara and Karsyn for the energy, creativity, hard work, and laughter they brought to the office all summer long. From leading programs and working with youth to jumping in wherever they were needed, they helped make this summer one to remember!

πŸ“š Programs completed: 37 across the county!

πŸ’¬ Their summer in their own words: "[This summer] has been one of the most rewarding and meaningful experiences either of us has had. As we return to Kansas State University to continue our studies, we do so with new knowledge, valuable experiences, and an even greater appreciation for the community we are fortunate to call home. We are grateful for everything we have learned and for the opportunity to serve Butler County this summer."

We’re excited to see where their next chapter takes them, and hope they’ll come back to visit us (and keep the office laughing)!

Thank you, Kara & Karsyn, for an unforgettable summer with Butler County 4-H! We’re so glad you were part of the team! πŸ₯³

08/17/2026
Take a trip down memory lane with us! πŸ„πŸ“ΈWe're sharing a collection of Butler County 4-H members and their livestock at t...
08/06/2026

Take a trip down memory lane with us! πŸ„πŸ“Έ

We're sharing a collection of Butler County 4-H members and their livestock at the Kansas State Fair from the 1970s. These photos are a fun reminder of the generations of 4-H members who have represented Butler County with pride. πŸ’šπŸ€

Be sure to check the description under each individual photo for more information about the people, projects, and stories behind these snapshots from our history.

πŸ“… Kansas State Fair Reminder: If you are exhibiting static exhibits, poultry, or rabbits at the Kansas State Fair, your entry forms are due to the Butler County Extension Office by Tuesday, August 11, at 5:00 p.m. Don't miss this important deadline!

We can't wait to see another generation of Butler County 4-H members continue the tradition this September. Good luck to all of our State Fair exhibitors!

The Butler County 4-H Horse Show showcased the hard work, dedication, and countless hours our exhibitors have invested i...
07/30/2026

The Butler County 4-H Horse Show showcased the hard work, dedication, and countless hours our exhibitors have invested in their horses throughout the year. Congratulations to every participant for their outstanding sportsmanship and commitment in the show ring!

A special thank you to Three Wooden Crosses Cowboy Church for graciously allowing us to use your arena and helping make this year's show possible. We truly appreciate your generosity and partnership in supporting Butler County 4-H youth.

🐴 2026 Butler County 4-H Horse Show Award Winners πŸ†

⭐ High Point Senior: Jacob S, Cassoday Boosters
⭐ Reserve High Point Senior: Teagan G., Benton Busy Bees

⭐ High Point Intermediate: Mayley D., Flint Hills
⭐ Reserve High Point Intermediate: Levi R., El Dorado Trailblazers

⭐ High Point Junior: Jace D., Flint Hills

Congratulations to all of our award recipients, and thank you to everyone, families, volunteers, judges, and supporters, who helped make this year's horse show a success. We are proud of each of our exhibitors for being Beyond Ready both in and out of the arena!

πŸ₯© Congratulations to our Butler County 4-H Carcass Contest winners! πŸ†Please help us congratulate this year's top five ex...
07/28/2026

πŸ₯© Congratulations to our Butler County 4-H Carcass Contest winners! πŸ†

Please help us congratulate this year's top five exhibitors:

πŸ₯‡ 1st Place: Luke P., Flint Hills
πŸ₯ˆ 2nd Place: John F., Lily Lake
πŸ₯‰ 3rd Place: Luke P., Flint Hills
πŸ… 4th Place: Cora B., North Butler
πŸ… 5th Place: RoseMarie F., Lily Lake

These exhibitors demonstrated the knowledge, dedication, and hard work it takes to produce high-quality livestock. We are proud of their accomplishments and the effort they put into their projects throughout the year.

A sincere thank you to Fleming Feed & Grain for sponsoring the Butler County 4-H Carcass Contest and to Walnut Valley Packing for generously allowing us to use their facility. Your partnership helps make meaningful learning experiences like this possible for our 4-H members!

Congratulations again to all of our participants, and especially to our top five! Check out the photos below to celebrate these outstanding exhibitors. πŸ“Έ

07/27/2026

πŸ“¬ Butler County 4-H Families: Be sure to check your email!

Important information has been sent regarding:
⭐ Kansas State Fair entry information!
πŸ„ Premium Auction buyer cards are now available for pickup at the Extension Office.

If your child qualified for the Kansas State Fair or participated in the Premium Auction, please review your email carefully and take note of any deadlines and required forms.

Questions? Give the Butler County Extension Office a call; we're happy to help!

🐴 The Butler County Fair Horse Show is back on! 🐴We're excited to announce that the rescheduled Butler County Fair Horse...
07/27/2026

🐴 The Butler County Fair Horse Show is back on! 🐴

We're excited to announce that the rescheduled Butler County Fair Horse Show is set, and we can't wait to see our 4-H horse exhibitors back in the arena!

πŸ“… Tuesday, July 28
⏰ Show begins at 6:00 p.m.
πŸ“ 3 Wooden Crosses Arena, 5118 SW 100th, Augusta, KS

Come cheer on our exhibitors as they showcase the dedication, hard work, and horsemanship they've developed throughout the year!

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206 N Griffith Ste. A
El Dorado, KS
67042

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Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 11:30am

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