Register for your 4-H clubs now

Grades K-13

New and returning members can sign up for their club(s) in 4H.ZSuite.org

If you want to join a new or additional club, contact the 4-H office with any questions and visit the club page for more details about each club: https://www.morris4h.org/4-h-clubs. 

Need help with your 4H.ZSuite registration? Visit the 4-H Registration page for more information: https://www.morris4h.org/4-h-clubs/4-h-registration-4h-zsuite

Invite your friends to join 4-H too!

Record Books due to the 4-H Office

September 15, 2026 - from club leaders to the office

The club leaders have received all record books and now have a chance to check for completeness and sign them. All books are due to the office by September 15.

Looking forward to seeing the books, ribbons, and awards at our awards ceremony on November 13th.

Club Scrapbooks
September 15, 2026 to the 4-H office

Club Scrapbooks can also be submitted for a chance to get your club's name on the big trophy for the "Best Club Scrapbook". 

In addition, big trophies are available for "Best Treasurer's Record Book" and Best Secretary's Book" to get your club's name on them. The record books for those are available to members who held these club positions. Links can be found on our 4-H Club Resources Page. The best of all who receive an Excellent score will be recognized at the awards ceremony in November and the club's name will be recorded on the respective trophy. Treasurer's Record Books and Secretary's Books are due to the club leader by September 1st.

Build and fly a model rocket!

Saturday, September 26 @ 9am-12pm
Grades 1-12

Join the Morris County 4-H model rocket club for a build and launch session on September 26 from 9-12 at North Branch Park, 355 Milltown Road in Bridgewater, NJ 08807.

Each participant will build a 15" long NEXUS streamer rocket that will fly on a 1/2A6-2 or A8-3 motor. You will also learn about: parts of a model rocket, Flight path of a model rocket, how model rocket motors work, and how to prepare a rocket for launch. 

The material fee for the workshop is $15 per participant. For payment information and registration, please follow the link: https://forms.gle/rk2tgqTae5wCfyVF9

Join the Needle and Stitch sewing club

Monthly meetings in Morristown

Sign up for the sewing club "Needle and Stitch" now! Learn basic hand-sewing skills, practice stitches and techniques, create fun sewing projects, and build confidence and creativity. No prior sewing experience needed! Meets once a month in a Wednesday in Morristown. 

Contact the 4-H office with any questions or register in 4H.ZSuite.org

Promote 4-H at local events

4-H will have a table or booth at many events in Morris County throughout the year. All 4-H families are invited to participate (talk to visitors about 4-H and your club, offer an activity, hand out flyers, bring your friendly animal - if permitted at the event, and help with the set-up and take-down). It is a lot of fun! Please contact the group if you would like to be included: mc4hpromotions@gmail.com. Or simply support 4-H and the events by visiting and stopping by at the 4-H table to say Hi. 

• Olde Succasunny Day - September 19, 2026, 10-3

• Festival on the Green - September 27, 2026, 12-5

• STEM Career Carnival for Kids at the Chatham Library - October 3, 2026

• Christmas On the Farm at Riamede - November 7 (and 8), 2026, 10-4

• Career Carnival for Kids at the Parsippany Library - November 14, 2026

National 4-H Week

October 4-10, 2026

National 4-H week is the first full week in October. A week that will rally, inspire and connect 6 million 4-H’ers, 3,500 educators, 500,000 volunteers and 35 million alumni. Events in every county and state celebrating and amplifying the 4-H mission: preparing youth to be Beyond Ready for life and career.

It is a way to highlight and promote 4-H locally on the club, community, and county level. All clubs and members are encouraged to offer an activity or event that promotes their club and 4-H, dress in their 4-H t-shirt or gear, and talk to friends, neighbors, and extended family members about 4-H.

• October 4-10 - 4-H Window Display Contest, see the details below.

Calling all 4-H clubs: Submit decorated Pumpkins to Event at Frelinghuysen Arboretum

Friday, October 16, 2026 (drop off between 9am-4pm)

All 4-H clubs are invited to decorate a pumpkin and have it displayed at the Boo-Tiful Pumpking Walk & Craft Fest at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum which will take place the next evening, on Saturday, October 17 from 6-8pm. Carved, painted, or otherwise adorned pumpkins are all great.

Dropping off a decorated pumpkin on October 16 for the exhibit is free - see the flyer for details. Contact the office if you would like to drop off your pumpkin (in a box) before the 16th.

Participating in the Frelinghuysen Arboretum family craft event and viewing the pumpkin displays on October 17 is $20 per family - more information about the event can be found on the Morris Parks page. 

Entrepreneur Workshop with XP Start-up Labs

Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9am-3pm
Age 13-18

Have you ever thought of turning your hobby or idea into a business? Morris County 4-H is proud to partner with XP Start-up Labs to bring you this free entrepreneur workshop for youth 13-18 years old.
Join Educator & Startup Strategist, CJ Meenan, as he delivers step-by-step instruction on how to start, monetize & grow your business with confidence. Topics include: Business Selection, Marketing, Sales Management, Finance, and Venture Capital.

This full-day workshop will take place on Saturday, October 17 from 9am to 3pm at the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy in Morristown.

Register here now: https://forms.gle/cYRtAQycH3NyD3Xk7

4-H Trunk-or-Treat at CCM

Saturday, October 24, 2026, 12pm-2pm

We will hold our fourth annual 4-H Trunk-or-Treat on Saturday, October 24 from 12pm-2pm. This year, it will be at the County College of Morris and will include games, activities, and treats, of course. The event is open to the public and free for trick-or-treaters. Don't miss the costume parade at 1:30pm! 

4-H clubs, families, and volunteers are invited to come and decorate their cars. Registration to offer a decorated car / space (for 4-H clubs, families, or non-profit groups) is available here: https://forms.gle/k4Pmyr2saaSVbh478. 

Morris County 4-H Awards Ceremony

Friday, November 13, 2026, 6pm at CCM

Morris County 4-H invites all member families to join us at the Awards Ceremony to honor 4-H members and leaders receiving county level and higher awards in recognition of their work during the 2025-2026 4-H program year. This year we have a new venue for our annual Awards Ceremony: the Davidson Rooms at the CCM Student Center. 

When:

Friday, November 13, 2026, 6pm

NEW LOCATION:

Davidson Rooms in the Student Center at County College of Morris
        214 Center Grove Road, Randolph, NJ 07869

(RSVP link and more details will be available closer to the date)

4-H Holiday Tree at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum's "Festival of Trees" 

Ornaments drop off by Wednesday, December 2 at the 4-H Office or at the Arboretum on Friday, December 4 at 1pm.

4-H will decorate a tree again at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum's Festival of Trees. All 4-H clubs are invited to make ornaments that show what their club is all about. 

The ornaments can be dropped off at the 4-H office by Wednesday, December 3 during office hours (M-F, 9-4). Alternatively they can be brought to the tree decorating at the Arboretum Mansion on Friday, December 4 at 1pm (please let us know so we can coordinate). 

No unwrapped edible items, flammable things (candles), confetti, glitter, artificial snow, live plants or flowers etc. should be used as part of the ornaments / decorations or during the decorating. 

We can't wait to see this year's creations!

The Festival of Trees Exhibit at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum is open to the public on select days in December and tickets are $10 per person. Visit the Arboretum's events page: https://www.morrisparks.net/events/festival-of-trees/

Cookie Decorating for a Cause

Sunday, December 6, 2026

Calling all 4-H members and families. Come decorate cookies with us to benefit Nana's Gift, a non-profit organization providing underserved children in Northern New Jersey with gifts during the holiday season.

WHERE: 4-H Office, 550 West Hanover Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960 (off Raynor Rd and Morris View Dr)

WHEN: Saturday, December 6, 2026, 1-5pm

Not available on the 13th but want to participate? No problem - drop off your cookies to be decorated, finished ones, or supplies at the office by Friday, December 4 during office hours 9-4.

Please let us know here what you would like to help with so we know how many to expect:

RSVP link will be available closer to the event.

4-H Teen Winter Camp

Event Dates: February 5-7, 2027
(Application will be available in December and due by January 15, 2027)

For 4-H'ers in grades 8-13

Winter camp is a fun weekend getaway for teens in grades 8-13. Members from Sussex, Somerset, Warren, and Morris Counties gather together for sledding, hiking, crafting, games, and making new friends at L.G Cook 4-H Camp in Stokes State Forest. On Friday night, teens play a variety of icebreaker games. Saturday is spent exploring the various camp activities. 

The cost for the weekend is $80.00 and includes meals.

Link to the application will be available in December.

March with 4-H in the Morristown St Patrick's Day Parade

Saturday, March 13, 2027 (10am-2pm)

Wear your finest 4-H green and march with the Morris County 4-H group in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Morristown. All 4-H clubs and member families are invited to join in the parade behind the official 4-H float/truck. Come and wear your 4-H t-shirts, sweatshirts, bandanas, or anything green. Clubs bring their club banner for members to carry. Calm and friendly project animals may participate in the parade too.  Marchers arrive between 10-11am to decorate the truck. The parade steps off at noon and lasts till 2pm. If your club would like to apply for a $25 mini grant towards new club banner supplies, please contact the office for the form.

The parade starts at the Morristown Municipal Building parking lot - access and drop off is from Franklin Street - continues around the Green and ends at the Morristown High School. You can park at the high school or somewhere in between.

The exact position in the parade will be announced after March 2 (last year it was Division 3, Position 25).

Click the link for a map and more parade details: https://morris.njaes.rutgers.edu/4h/st-patricks-day-parade.html

Link to the RSVP will be available in February.

2027 Fair Theme Contest

Wednesday, March 17, 2027 - deadline to submit

Calling all 4-H members! Turn your love of 4-H into a 4-H Fair Theme! 

More information will be available on the Fair Page: https://www.morris4h.org/4-h-fair

Deadline is March 17. Send submissions to morris4h@njaes.rutgers.edu to be considered in the contest.

The winning theme will be highlighted all over the Fair, used by clubs in their club display, and more. 

4-H Science-Sational Day - Save the date!

Saturday, March 20, 2027 (10am-3pm)
Grades K-6

Save the Date for our 2027 Science-Sational Day!
Dive into a day filled with engaging hands-on science activities designed to inspire curiosity and foster a love for learning. This 4-H event connects youth with the wonders of science, aligning with our 4-H mission to cultivate leadership and life skills. We believe in empowering young minds through practical experiences. 4-H Science-Sational Day will feature interactive stations and workshops that make STEM accessible and enjoyable for all participants. Don't miss this opportunity to explore and discover!

The flyer and registration information will be available in February.

4-H Public Presentations

Friday, May 14, 2027 (6pm)
Registration will be available in April and due by May 7
Grades K-13

All members are invited to give a presentation at the Morris County 4-H Public Presentation Day on May 14 at the County College of Morris. Public presentations are a big part of the 4-H experience. The topic can be on pretty much ANYTHING you are passionate about. It could be something you already did for school or other group, or something you want to learn about. Maybe a demonstration about your hobby, your pet, or favorite food, a performance, or an illustrated talk about a topic of your choice. Members in grades 8-12 who receive an excellent score at their county Public Presentation qualify to participate at the State Public Presentations event. 

Check-in will be at 6pm. Presentations will begin at 6:30pm, followed by an awards ceremony after a short break.

There is a Morris County 4-H video with tips for a successful presentation plus a NJ 4-H document with helpful details. Get more details on the Club Resource Page.   

The registration link will be available in April.

NJ State 4-H Rabbit, Cavy, Small Animal, Herpetology, and Poultry Show

Event Date: September 26, 2026
Registration was due by August 29

The 2026 NJ State 4-H Rabbit, Cavy, Small Animal, Herpetology, and Poultry Show will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

All 4-H members currently enrolled in one or more of these animal projects for the 2025-2026 year are invited to enter. All entry forms were due by August 29 (https://go.rutgers.edu/e02tj3w2)

More details can be found here: https://nj4h.rutgers.edu/smallanimals/smallanimalshow/

National 4-H Animal Science Career Night Webinar

September 29, 2026, 7-9pm
Youth in grades 7–13 (ages 12–19)

Join us for the National 4-H Animal Science Career Night Webinar, an exciting evening designed to help young people explore careers in the veterinary and animal science fields! 

Hear directly from two outstanding professionals in the veterinary field:

• Dr. Hannah Neill, DVM, MS, Clinical Instructor, Large Animal Field Service, Schreiber School of Veterinary Medicine at Rowan University

• Dr. Michelle D’Alessandro, DVM, Belle Mead Animal Hospital, Hillsborough, New Jersey

Participants will gain valuable career exploration insights, advice, and firsthand perspectives from professionals working in the veterinary industry.

This is a great opportunity for youth interested in animals, veterinary medicine, animal science, and future career possibilities to learn from professionals and explore where their interests could take them.

Presented by the National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals, Animal Science Working Group.

Register here by September 28: https://rutgers.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4TlBXBpBV8DkCz4

Questions? Email mb2173@njaes.rutgers.edu or call 908-526-6644.

National 4-H Congress

Event Dates: November 27 - December 1, 2026
Applications were due by August 5
For 4-H members in grades 9-12 as of September 2026

National 4-H Congress is a unique leadership opportunity for 4-H members from all 50 states. The event focuses on leadership, youth empowerment, community service, career development, and cultural diversity. The event brings over 1,000 4-H members to Atlanta over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. New Jersey sends approximately 15-20 4-H members and two adult chaperones to the event each year. Delegates apply from each county and then final delegates are selected through a state application and interview process. See the website for the application timeline and more details https://nj4h.rutgers.edu/leadership/nat4hcongress/ Applications were due by August 5.

Free NJ Farm Bureau student membership for 4-H

Grades 11 &12

Interested in Agriculture? Maybe you want to pursue a career in the field or connected areas? High school juniors & seniors who are 4-H members can get a free student membership. It will provide access to many resources and local experts - and looks great on resumes and college apps. Active 4-H or FFA members only.

Find out more here: https://njfb.org/join/

New Jersey 4-H License Plate

A group of civic minded 4-H teens who participated in the Legislative Leadership Experience have come together with the idea of having a 4-H clover specialty plate in NJ. Other states have done this and it’s time for NJ 4-H to join the movement!

We’re working on getting a legislative sponsor for a bill to make this happen, and the first step is to gauge interest from NJ motorists this summer. Please help us by adding your name, town, and county to this interest survey: https://go.rutgers.edu/nj4hplate 

Click on the flyer to print / share. If you're interested in joining this movement, contact Warren County 4-H Agent, Alayne Torretta, at torretta@njaes.rutgers.edu.