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SDSU Extension presence growing in Sioux Falls-area youth development programs

May 26, 2023

The SDSU Extension team based in the Sioux Falls Regional Office is working to provide quality education and programming for youth in the Sioux Falls area.

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Why Tattoo Your 4-H Livestock?

Proper identification of animals helps create an honest record keeping system. With current DNA blood typing procedures animals can be identified through parentage, but when it comes to everyday practices on the farm or ranch a good tattoo can be a huge time saver in the event of a lost ear tag.

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Grant County 4-H’er Masters Hobby, Launches New Cupcake Business

December 02, 2021

Baking and binge-watching baking shows has always been a hobby for Hope Karels. It wasn’t until two years ago that the Grant County 4-H’er felt the urge to perfect her cupcake confectionary skills.

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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.

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SDSU Extension 4-H State Ambassadors for 2024-25 announced

November 04, 2024

The State 4-H Ambassador program provides leadership and mentoring opportunities as participants support 4-H and serve as positive role models. Through their service, State 4-H Ambassadors develop skills that can prepare them for future career opportunities, including public speaking, event planning and public relations.

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Talking With Teens and Youth During Challenging Times

Youth are regularly faced with uncertain situations, disappointments and potential mental health challenges. It is important for caring adults in their life to be able to know how to talk to them during these times.

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2025 4-H Camp Policies and Releases

View Policies and Releases for 2025 4-H camps and conferences.

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Organizing, Chartering, Reporting, and Disbanding 4-H Clubs/Affiliates

The following procedural guidance guides local 4-H clubs and affiliates as they organize, charter, report, and eventually disband. Collectively, these practices ensure that South Dakota 4-H clubs and affiliates are meeting appropriate federal or state guidelines and program best practices.

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SDSU Extension 4-H youth compete well at national shooting sports event

July 13, 2026

South Dakota State University Extension 4-H youth brought home top honors from the 2026 4 H Shooting Sports National Championships on June 21-26, 2026, in Grand Island, Nebraska.

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4-H Drama & Theater Project

The world of drama and theater impacts you every day. By participating in the 4-H Drama and Theater project, you will explore the exciting world of acting, and learn more about yourself and others.