4-H members compete in annual Broiler BBQ contest

4-H members compete in annual Broiler BBQ contest

The Bradley County 4-H recently competed in the annual Broiler BBQ Contest.  Pictured are John Sawyer Murphy, Luke Cathey, Jack Chambers, Jake Castleberry, Asher Weaver, Emanuel Strong, Mayli Castleberry, and Michaela Stanley.  In the junior division, Jack Chambers won first place, Luke Cathey won second, Asher Weaver won third, and John Sawyer Murphy won fourth…

Bradley County 4-H Senior Shooting Sports Team takes second place in national qualifying event

Bradley County 4-H Senior Shooting Sports Team takes second place in national qualifying event

WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County 4-H Senior Shooting Sports Team recently made their debut at the national qualifying event held in Ferndale, Arkansas on March 22. The team, consisting of Landon Duncan, Jake Castleberry, and Mayli Castleberry, made their mark by winning second place in the competition. This was the first time that the…

Bradley County 4-H members visit Capitol to see government in action

Bradley County 4-H members visit Capitol to see government in action

LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas lawmakers were seeing green Tuesday when Arkansas 4-H members showed up en masse at the Capitol for a day of learning about the state government and meeting their legislators. Nearly 500 Arkansas 4-H members, agents, leaders and volunteers from 52 of the state’s 75 counties participated. There was widespread applause after…

Follow important safety guidelines to enjoy outdoor activities

Follow important safety guidelines to enjoy outdoor activities

LITTLE ROCK — During the cooler months in Arkansas, there are many opportunities for outdoor fun, such as hunting, camping and riding all-terrain vehicles. While enjoying these activities in the Natural State, it’s important to follow safety guidelines to avoid accidents and injuries. Jesse Bocksnick, extension 4-H outdoor skills coordinator for the University of Arkansas…

County 4-H Clubs reorganizing

County 4-H Clubs reorganizing

The Bradley County 4-H clubs are reorganizing and seeking new members.  The purpose of these clubs is to give youth an opportunity to participate in the youth development educational program of the University of the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service.  Youth in 4-H clubs will learn life skills, enhance leadership skills, and increase self-esteem while serving…

Cole Williams earns gold at 4-H State Shooting Sports Junior Championships

Cole Williams earns gold at 4-H State Shooting Sports Junior Championships

For the first time since 2019, the Arkansas 4-H State Shooting Sports Junior Championships were held July 13 through July 15, 2022 at the C.A. Vines Arkansas 4-H Center in Little Rock. Participants from counties across Arkansas were able to compete in shotgun, .177 air pistol, archery, .177 air rifle, .22 rifle and hunting skills.…

Arkansas 4-H offers 2 camps to introduce youngsters to overnight camping — with parent or guardian

Arkansas 4-H offers 2 camps to introduce youngsters to overnight camping — with parent or guardian

FERNDALE, Ark. — The Arkansas 4-H program is offering three-day camps meant to introduce children as young as 5 to the joys of camping — along with their parent or guardian. These camps are open to both Arkansas 4-H members and non-members: State Camp which has two sessions from July 7-9 and July 10-12. Cloverbud…

Bradley County 4-H Clubs reorganizing

Bradley County 4-H Clubs reorganizing

The Bradley County 4-H clubs are reorganizing and seeking new members. The purpose of these clubs is to give youth an opportunity to participate in the youth development educational program of the University of the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service. Youth in 4-H clubs will learn life skills, enhance leadership skills, and increase self-esteem while serving…