The Adair County 4-H program reached more than 2,200 young people during the 2025-26 program year, offering youth ages 6-19 opportunities to learn, compete and develop leadership skills through a variety of clubs and activities.
From livestock and shooting sports to leadership, environmental education, communications and hands-on projects, 4-H members stayed busy throughout the year.
The Progressive Ag Farm and Home Safety Camp event was held in September. More than 400 first- and fifth-grade students participated, rotating through nine safety booths focused on farm and home safety.
Throughout the year, 4-H members also held monthly club meetings that included educational programs. Topics included robotics, environmental programs, leadership development and communications skills.
Katelynn Molesky had a particularly successful year in communications, earning a blue ribbon and placing third overall in the Written Communications division for a press release.
The Adair County 4-H Shooting Sports Club also had a strong year. Nine members competed at the state shoot in September, with all participants earning recognition for their efforts. Molesky was also invited to join the National 4-H Black Powder Team.
The Teen Leadership Group traveled to Washington, D.C., last September for an educational leadership tour of the nation’s capital. Molesky also received her Gold Honors and served as a member of the State Teen Council team.
The Livestock Club competed in the State 4-H Skillathon and State 4-H Livestock Judging. Hudson Hancock was invited to participate in the Top 12 Week competition.
Other clubs remained active throughout the year. The Outdoor Club held activities for youth, while the Rabbit/Poultry Club continued to grow, with more than 20 members participating.
The Rabbit/Poultry Club held a rabbit and poultry show at the Adair County Extension Office and county fair and participated in a poultry barbecue workshop. The Dog Club held a dog show at the county fair.
The Horse Club participated in Area Horse Camp, with two members competing at the State 4-H Horse Show. Tenley Lewis was named champion in Speed Junior Division Showmanship and placed third in Ranch Rail and Ranch Horsemanship. Kia Martin also participated in the state horse show.
Cloverbuds met monthly for hands-on learning activities throughout the year.
Summer 4-H Camp brought together 120 youth and adults, while more than 30 youth exhibited projects at the Adair County Fair.
At the Kentucky State Fair, 18 Adair County 4-H members exhibited projects, while another 32 youth participated in the Country Ham Project.
Chayton Morgan earned the Best Ham award in the 14-year-old division.
The 2025-26 year provided opportunities for thousands of young people to learn new skills, compete at the local and state levels and take on leadership roles.
“We have outstanding young people in Adair County, and it is my privilege to get to be a small part of their lives and work with them,” said Emylou Miller, Adair County 4-H agent.
