From agriculture to communication events and visual arts, Iowa 4-H fair judges and those considering being a 4-H judge, a training will be Saturday, March 4 at the Carson Community Center in Carson, IA.

This judges training will prepare adults interested in working with young people and evaluating exhibits at county fair. The training will cover positive youth development, how to evaluate, educate and encourage during conference judging and 4-H exhibit expectations and guidelines. This training will be delivered by Iowa State University Extension & Outreach Youth Program Specialists and current 4-H judges. Subject matter workshops will include clothing events, communication events, ag and natural resources, photography, Family and Consumer Sceince area and more!

“We especially welcome those who are new to 4-H judging. We need more adults who can support youth in this way,” said Jane Hayes-Johnk, ISU Extension and Outreach Youth Program Specialist. Current judges, new judges, 4-H club Leaders, and others interested in working with youth and fairs are encouraged to attend. The cost of the training is $45 for all day or $25 for half day registration with an on-line pre-registration required to reserve materials and lunch at this web location:

http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/judgestraining