As we move into February, I want to thank our 4-H members, families, and volunteers for a great start to the year. January brought some fun snow days, and it was wonderful seeing our families enjoy that time together and make special memories.
We also wrapped up a successful Teen Winter Enrichment program last month. Our teens had a great time building leadership skills, learning new things, and strengthening friendships through hands-on activities.
Alexander County 4-H continues to offer exciting programs and opportunities for youth of all ages. February is a great time to stay involved, set new goals, and explore projects that spark your interests.
Be sure to read the full newsletter for important dates and upcoming events, and follow us on Facebook for updates throughout the month.
Thank you for being part of our 4-H family. I look forward to another month of learning and fun together.
Sincerely,
DJ Salyer 4-H Agent, Alexander County
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:
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 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
Are you interested in your child participating in 4-H Shooting Sports this year?
Alexander County 4-H Club is hosting an interest meeting on Tuesday, February 24 at 5:30 p.m. at the Alexander County Services Center located at 151 West Main Avenue.Taylorsville, NC 28681
Alexander County 4-H will be taking a group to the Eastern 4-H Center for a weeklong camp this summer. June 14-19, 2026 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.
Alexander County 4-H Clubs
Alexander County Livestock 4-H Clubmeets 1st Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Location: Alexander County Service Center.
The Livestock 4-H Club were not able to meet in February. Their next meeting will be held Monday, March 2nd.
Alexander County 4-H Garden Clubmeets 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!
Red Pony 4-H Clubmeets 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.
Their next meeting will be held February 17th @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.
Southern Grace 4-H Clubmeets 3rd Thursday of each month at 4:30 p.m. Location: Alexander County Service Center (They are not accepting new members at this time.)
In December, Southern Graces had a festive time of making fabric wrapped ornaments, snacking on popcorn with a variety of toppings along with hot peppermint tea, and played a game to exchange gifts, many of which were handmade!
Shockers 4-H Electric Clubmeets 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Location: Alexander County Service Center New members are welcome!
Whisk it Up 4-H Cooking Clubmeets 2nd Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. Location: Alexander County Service Center.
Alexander County 4-H Programming
is sponsored by Alexander County United Way
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.
