July 4-H Newsletter

 It's ALL THAT AND THEN SOME... in the July 2025 4-H Newsletter.  TONS of reading... print your copy today!  Lots of Fair READY details!

Reminder for 4-H Exhibitors

Subject: Important Reminders for 2025 Branch County 4-H Exhibitors!

Dear Branch County 4-H Families,

It’s officially time! FairEntry is now OPEN for the 2025 Branch County Fair — running from June 1 through June 30. Get ready to register your projects and prepare for a totally 90s fair experience!

As you complete your entries, please keep the following reminders in mind — many of these come directly from your project superintendents:

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Tag Numbers:
Make sure you're entering the correct tag numbers for each of your animals individually in Fair Entry. Incorrect or missing tag numbers does make entry day check in at the fair a bit more complicated. So if we are able to do this ahead of time it will ensure a smoother check in process for all.

Still Project Reminders:

• Dioramas – Please follow size guidelines. Space is limited and we want to ensure that these amazing displays are able to be shown off during fair.
• Puzzles – No glass or plexiglass coverings allowed.
• Puzzle Projects by Age – Please reference the 4-H guidelines for the recommended number of pieces based on exhibitor age.
• Diamond Art – Please submit without glass coverings.
• LEGO Projects – Must meet minimum piece counts:
• Ages 8–11: 500 pieces
• Ages 12–14: 1,000 pieces
• Ages 15 and up: 1,500 pieces
  Projects under the required number of pieces will be graded down.

Need Help or Have Questions?
Guidelines and rules for all projects can be found in both the Branch County Fair Book and the Branch County 4-H Guidelines. These are attached for your convenience and also available on the Branch County 4-H Blog Spot under 4-H Documents.

If you need assistance with FairEntry or understanding project requirements, don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to help! If any accommodations are needed, please let us know ahead of time.

Let’s make this a great year at the Branch County Fair — like, totally awesome!

Megan

 

June 4-H Newsletter

 Click on the link to get your copy of the June 2025 4-H Newsletter.  Loaded with details on the Branch County 4-H Program and details for Fair.

Fair Entry is now OPEN!!

Fair Entry is OPEN! Let’s Get Jiggy with the 2025 Branch County Fair! 🎉

Hey there 4-H Families!

It’s officially go time – Branch County Fair Entry opened June 1st and will be accepting entries through June 30th. Can you believe we’re already signing up projects for the 2025 Branch County Fair?

 We’re only 61 days away from throwing it back at the fairgrounds with our Totally 90’s Celebration – and you know it’s going to be all that! 

So break out the flannel, lace up those light-up sneakers, and get your entries in before the deadline. 

📆 Deadline to enter is June 30th 

Let’s make this fair the bomb dot com – and don’t forget if you need help our friends at the fair are offering a help session June 19th from 4p-7p at the fair office or contact the Fair Office or MSU Extension office with questions. 

LINK TO FAIR ENTRY INSTRUCTIONS!

Fair Family Newsletter

The Fair Office is having us share their Fair Family Newsletter.

Details on parking and admission prices, camping, Fair Week office hours, Fair Entry deadline, Amphitheater $2 for exhibitors and evening events.

Important change is Friday night entry for Small Animal exhibitors including Branch Buds and Barnyard Children along with Branch Bud Still projects.   

Lots of details, to many to mention..... so please print off your copy for details!!  

Michigan 4-H Rabbit Showmanship Guide

 Get your UPDATED 2025 copy of the Michigan 4-H Rabbit Fitting & Showing Guide.

Selling Market Animals?

 If you are needing help marketing your livestock exhibit, click on the 4-H Document page and scroll down to the BUYER LETTER - Auction Resources section.  You will find links to the Branch County Jr. Livestock Association letter, flyer, buyer 1/2 page and writing a Thank You instructions.

Everything you will need to help market your livestock!  Plan ahead and get your letters out.