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Alexander County 4-H
Newsletter
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From the 4-H Agent, DJ Salyer
As we welcome a new year, I want to wish all of our 4-H members, families, and volunteers a happy, healthy, and successful January. The start of a new year is a perfect time to reflect on our accomplishments and look ahead to exciting opportunities.
Alexander County 4-H is off to a strong start in 2026, with engaging programs, hands-on learning experiences, and meaningful leadership opportunities planned throughout the year. Whether you are a returning member or considering joining 4-H for the first time, there is truly something for everyone.
January is a great time to set goals, try new projects, and get involved in a club that sparks your interests. Our dedicated volunteers and club leaders work hard to create welcoming environments where youth can learn, grow, and thrive.
Be sure to read through the full newsletter for important dates and upcoming events, and continue to follow the Alexander County 4-H Facebook page for updates throughout the month.
Thank you for being part of our 4-H family. I look forward to another year of growth, learning, and success together.
Sincerely,
DJ Salyer
4-H Agent, Alexander County
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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.
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Project Record Books
Due: February 16, 2026
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
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Are you interested in your child participating in 4-H Shooting Sports this year?
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Alexander County 4-H will be taking a group to the Eastern 4-H Center for a weeklong camp this summer. June 15-20, 2025 will be the dates for this camp. If you are interested and need more information please contact DJ Salyer at dj_salyer@ncsu.edu or call 828-632-3125.
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4-H Gingerbread Contest
This year's gingerbread house contest was amazing!! We had so many
awesome entries! To see all the entries please visit our facebook page. Results were as follows:
14-18 years old
1st place - Lucas Hardin
2nd place - Allie Millsaps
3rd place - Grace Iverson
8-13 years old
1st place - Alby Smith
2nd place - Lawson Tevepaugh
3rd place - Emma Cantrell
5-7 years old 1st
1st place - Taylor Brewer
2nd place - Hadley Parson
3rd place - Milo Harrington
Thank you to everyone who
participated!!!
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Alexander County 4-H Clubs
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| Alexander County Livestock 4-H Club meets 1st Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Location: Alexander County Service Center.
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| The Livestock 4-H Club met in December to create gingerbread houses to enter in the county 4-H competition. Check out the facebook page to see some of their masterpieces. Their next meeting will be held Monday, February 2nd.
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Alexander County 4-H Garden Club
meets 2nd Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Location: Alexander County Service Center
This club will take a break and resume in March 2026 with a new meeting time of 4:00 p.m.
2026
Meeting Dates:
- March 12
- April 9
- May 14
- September 10
- October 8
- November TBD
Plus, stay tuned for our Junior Master Gardener Summer Camp—coming as the school year wraps up!
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| Red Pony 4-H Club meets 1st Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Red Pony Inn located at 615 Ned Herman Road, Taylorsville, NC 28681. They are accepting new members.
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The Red Pony 4-H Club met in December and have already had their first meeting in the new year. In January members were taught the different parts of saddles and bridles and how each part works. Their next meeting will be held February 3rd @7pm. They will meet at Isenhour Stables, 2110 NC Hwy 90E. They will discuss the saddlebreds
and saddle seat. Dress accordingly because they plan for us to get to ride on their lesson horse.
They have a facebook page so follow them there as well: Red Pony 4-H Club facebook page
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| Southern Grace 4-H Club meets 3rd Thursday of each month at 4:30 p.m. Location: Alexander County Service Center (They are not accepting new members at this time.)
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| Shockers 4-H Electric Club meets 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Location: Alexander County Service Center New members are welcome!
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| WHEP (Wildlife Habitat Education Program) - The next WHEP meeting will be held January 27, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the Alexander County Service Center.
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| Whisk it Up 4-H Cooking Club meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. Location: Alexander County Service Center.
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Alexander County offices will be closed in observance of
Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 19th.
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Alexander County 4-H Programming
is sponsored by Alexander County United Way
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NC State University and N.C. A&T State University work in tandem, along with federal,
state and local governments, to form a strategic partnership called N.C. Cooperative Extension.
Extension's 4-H program is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina. We help over 247,000 young people grow into active, contributing citizens each year.
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