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Beyond Ready

4-H is equipped to support youth in becoming Beyond Ready – prepared to plan and navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Group of youth participants at rangeland and soil days.

SDSU Extension invites youth to 2026 Rangeland and Soil Days

March 24, 2026

South Dakota State University Extension invites youth interested in learning more about grasslands and soil health to the 2026 Rangeland and Soil Days in Belle Fourche.

A large group of people stands on the Capitol steps and smiles for the camera

SDSU Extension 4-H youth enjoy day at the Capitol

March 24, 2026

More than 75 youth and supporters enjoyed the opportunity to learn more about state history and government during the 2026 4-H Capitol Day on Feb. 20.

Series of trophies on display at a 4-H contest.

4-H

4-H is the nation’s largest youth development organization, involving young people in urban, suburban and rural communities. 4-H fosters an innovative, “learn by doing” approach with proven results.

Diagram - Parts of a dog. For assistance reading this graphic and data set, please call SDSU Extension at 605-688-4792.

Dog Skill-a-thon Study Guide

View a collection of articles, quizzes and study resources to prepare for 4-H Dog Skill-a-thon competitions.

a boy working with blocks to build a machine to move a toy. He is standing infront of his classmates.

4-H STEM Challenge

View this year's 4-H STEM Challenge packet and scoresheet.

Group of Collegiate 4-H members standing in front of Great Smoky Mountains National Park sign

4-H Alumni

4-H offers ways to continue being involved whether you recently graduated or participated decades ago.

Adopt-A-Cow: Dairy

Virtual program for students to follow their "adopted" cow and calf through-out the school year.

Citizenship Washington Focus delegates on the front steps of the U.S. Capitol.

Travel, Overnights, and Sponsored Trips

The following guidance and best management practices govern travel and transport of minors, sponsored trips, and overnight events for the South Dakota 4-H program. Collectively, these practices enhance youth safety, program integrity, and fund stewardship.

Three female 4-H youth presenting sheep in a show ring.

South Dakota 4-H Youth Livestock Literacy

South Dakota 4-H Youth Livestock Literacy requirements.