4-H Key Award Applications (11th-13th grade)

4-H Key Award Information Key Award – Barron County 4-H Key Award (must be in 11th, 12th, or one year post high school during the 2025-2026 4-H year). Application can be found here:  https://go.wisc.edu/6547zaor on the Barron County 4-H Website. The Wisconsin 4-H Key Award is the highest recognition a 4-H member can receive, honoring youth […]

4-H Graduates/Scholarships

4-H Graduation – Information Re: 4-H Members in grades 12 and one year post high school 4‑H Graduation Information (12th Grade + One Year Post‑HS)   4‑H members may graduate the year they finish high school or continue for one additional year. All 12th/13th grade youth members must complete the survey: Survey link: https://go.wisc.edu/p9qw8y Local Scholarships […]

Sheep/Hog Weigh-in Information

Sheep Weigh-in Information – Date: Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 pmBarron County Fair Grounds Hog Weigh-in Information* Purchase one tag per hog ($3 each).* Tag hogs* Take a picture of each hog with the readable tag in the ear.* Complete registration found at https://forms.gle/XPMDcncwK53puNMz8* Registrations must be completed on or before 11:59 […]

Tractor Safety

Tractor Safety Certification Course set The Northwest Region Tractor Safety Certification Program will be held June 8-11, 2026 at the Barron High School.   The program runs from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of that week, and 8:30 am to 12:00 pm on Thursday for testing. The cost is $20 […]

Dairy Project All Member Meeting

Join us for our Dairy Project All Member Meeting. This is a great opportunity to get connected, stay informed, and set yourself up for a successful season. Who Should Attend Meeting Details Date: Sunday, May 3Time: 1:00 PMLocation: Barron County Government Center, Room 110335 E Monroe AveBarron, WI 54812 Stay on Track Be sure to […]

Dairy State Fair Kick-Off Meeting (Updated Date & Time!)

Getting ready for State Fair? Let’s kick things off together! This meeting is for all dairy members planning to participate in the State Fair and will cover everything you need to feel prepared and confident heading into the season. Meeting Details Date: Sunday, April 19Time: 1:00 PMLocation: Barron County Government Center, Room 110335 E Monroe […]

YQCA Clarification

YQCA certification is only required for dairy youth who plan to participate in Miss Q Dairy or the Wisconsin State Fair. Dairy members who are not participating in Miss Q or State Fair do not need to complete YQCA. Requirements Dairy Participant Details Upcoming Instructor-Led YQCA Training Date: March 24, 2026Time: 6:00 PMLocation: Barron High […]

Barron County Fair Barn Quilt Square Contest

July 15–19, 2026 Barn quilts were originally created as a way to encourage economic development by promoting agricultural tourism and local businesses while drawing travelers into rural communities. While traditional quilts are made from many repeating squares, a barn quilt is always a single square design. During her time as Barron County Fairest of the […]

2026 Barron County 4-H Sheep Clinics

The Barron County 4-H Sheep Project is hosting a series of clinics for youth interested in learning more about raising and showing sheep. These events are a great opportunity for both new and experienced members to gain knowledge, ask questions, and build skills for the upcoming fair season. Lamb Project Kick-off Presentation Monday, April 136:30 […]

Small Animal Committee Meeting

Barron County 4-H Small Animal Project parents and volunteers are invited to join us for a progress and update meeting. As we move through the season, this meeting will focus on sharing current updates, reviewing what has already been accomplished, confirming details, and clarifying next steps. Our goal is to make sure everyone feels informed, […]