4-H Horticulture Skill-A-Thon

The South Dakota 4-H Horticulture Skill-A-Thon is an opportunity for youth to demonstrate their knowledge of gardening practices and plant development, ability to identify plant specimens, and other horticulture-related knowledge. The contest consists of three parts: judging, a written test, and plant identification. Study materials specific to the contest are available from South Dakota 4-H and the National Junior Horticulture Association.

Individuals must be registered in FairEntry for the Horticulture Skill-A-Thon Contest by August 1 at 11:59 p.m. CDT. Registered individuals will select a time to participate in FairEntry. We reserve the right to adjust a participant’s time frame, if needed. 

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