Alexander County 4-H Newsletter

From the 4-H Agent, DJ Salyer

As we wrap up another incredible year, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our dedicated 4-H members, families, and volunteers. Your energy and commitment are what keep Alexander County 4-H thriving year-round.

December is always a special time for reflection and celebration, and we have some exciting activities and opportunities lined up to finish 2025 strong. Be sure to explore the full newsletter and stay tuned to the Alexander County 4-H Facebook page for updates throughout the month!

If you’re looking to try something new in the coming year, now is the perfect time to visit a club meeting and see what sparks your interest. We’re fortunate to have outstanding clubs with passionate leaders who make every gathering meaningful and fun.

Wishing everyone a joyful and healthy holiday season!

ALL 4-H members and volunteers MUST be enrolled in 4-H Online to participate in any programs or clubs that are provided by Alexander County 4-H.

For more information and to start the enrollment process please visit the following link:

https://alexander.ces.ncsu.edu/2022/01/time-to-enroll-in-4-h/

If you have any questions regarding enrollment or need help with enrollment please contact DJ Salyer at 828-632-3125. Again, no child or volunteer can participate in 4-H events without being enrolled.

Project Record Books

It's time to start getting your 4-H Project Record Books completed!!!

What is a 4-H Project Record Book?

A 4-H project record book is a compilation of all of a
4-Her's work in a given year regarding a specific topic.

Who does a 4-H Project Record Book?

All 4-Her's are welcome and encouraged to do this!!! The age divisions for competition are:
5-7, 8-10,11-12,13-15, and 16-18.

Project books are required to go to some events like the annual Electric Congress.
If you are working on your project book and have questions you can reach out to DJ via phone 828-632-3125 or email dj_salyer@ncsu.edu

The District 4-H Volunteer Leaders Associations’ of NC 4-H recently held their annual fall days! Across the state, each of the five District 4-H VLAs held their own fall events, bringing together volunteers for a day of learning, connection, and celebration. Each fall day had a unique variety of workshops and networking opportunities, in addition to holding officer elections to determine the next selection of volunteers to serve on the District 4-H VLA officer teams for the upcoming year. These events not only provided valuable learning experiences that volunteers could take back to their counties, but also celebrated the dedication of volunteers who continue to strengthen 4-H across North Carolina.

Did you know that all approved 4-H volunteers enrolled in 4-HOnline are automatically members of the 4-H Volunteer Leaders Association? This means they can attend events like these in their district and also take part in the State 4-H Volunteer Leaders Conference, which will be held Jan. 30–Feb. 1, 2026. Visit nc4h.ces.ncsu.edu/nc4h-volunteers to learn more.

The Red Pony 4-H Club met in November to learn about horse muscles and facia from Amy Bayne. Their next meeting is December 2nd at 7pm, will be moved to the NC Cooperative Extesion office, 151 West Main Avenue, Taylorsville, NC. Topic of the educational program will be on horse grooming tools and then do 12 days of horses, instead of Christmas.

Their Christmas party is December 15th at 7pm at the NC Cooperative Extension office, plan to bring your own drinks and a snack to share. They will use markers and yarn to decorate the horse head ornaments. Then finish the 12 days of horses.

They have a facebook page so follow them there as well: Red Pony 4-H Club facebook page