What members do: The 4-H year begins September 1. 4-H member records (from the previous year) are submitted, reviewed, and judged. Members enroll in 4-H projects.
Major events: Officer Training, Achievement Program, National 4-H Week, Kick-off Party, Horse Program Activities Begin, 4-H Music Competition
Winter
What members do: Members receive project manuals and records. Members set goals for their projects.
Major events: Bowling Tournament, Penny Carnival, Pizza Day Fund-raiser, Beef Weigh-in, Day of Dabbling
Spring
What members do: Members make progress towards accomplishing their project goals.
Major events: Judging Team Activities, Advanced Day of Dabbling, Legislative Connection
Summer
What members do: Members complete projects. Members complete fair entry information and exhibit at the 4-H Fair. Members complete 4-H records. The 4-H year ends on August 31.
Major events: Wilderness Day, 4-H Resident Camp, 4-H Softball Tournament, 4-H Fair, Illinois State Fair
