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Become a State 4-H Ambassador

Curious about what it takes to become a South Dakota State 4-H Ambassador? View the position descriptions, term timeline, and application process.

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2024 Rangeland and Soils Days hosts more than 100 youth

June 28, 2024

More than 100 youth participated in the 40th annual Rangeland and 19th annual Soils Days on June 12-13, 2024, in Watertown.

Frank Huber riding a tan horse in a corral.

Frank Huber’s 4-H Member Career Comes to Conclusion

Bennett County 4-H member, Frank Huber, began 4-H when he was a Cloverbud and is now an eighteen-year-old who will be finishing his 4-H career this year. He will leave the program with some well-developed skills, such as leadership and bill writing.

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Operation Occupation: Unlock Your Potential

Operation Occupation aims to give young people an insight into various career opportunities right from their screens. The interactive gaming experience allows youth to explore different industries and specific career paths while participating in a virtual escape room format.

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4-H Volunteer Recognition Awards

Nominate a volunteer to be recognized at the state-level for their impact in 4-H. In addition to the Volunteer and Shooting Sports Hall of Fames, volunteers can be nominated for the Outstanding Youth Service, Outstanding Volunteer, Emerging Volunteer and Outstanding Shooting Sports Volunteer awards.

South Dakota 4-H Members Participate in Western National Roundup

February 07, 2020

Members of South Dakota 4-H attended the Western National Roundup January 8-12, 2020, in Denver, Colorado.

Rangeland and Soil Days attendees observing a grassland area.

39th annual Rangeland and 18th annual Soil Days set for June 14-15 in Watertown

March 20, 2023

SDSU Extension, Codington Conservation District and South Dakota Natural Resources Conservation Service are hosting Rangeland Days and Soil Days on June 14-15 in Watertown, South Dakota.

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SDSU Extension 4-H awards 2025 shooting sports scholarships

September 16, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce the seven recipients of 4-H shooting sports state-level scholarships.

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SDSU Extension 4-H awards 2025 scholarships

September 18, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce the 11 winners of its 2025 4-H state-level scholarships.

Group of 4-H youth being sworn in in the state legislative chamber in Pierre South Dakota

South Dakota 4-H Legislature Program

The South Dakota 4-H Legislature Program engages youth in a hands-on mock legislative session.