Young participants in 4-H displayed their accomplishments from the past year at the Koochiching County Fair
In the picturesque town of Northome, the Koochiching County Fair played host to the eager presentations of projects by local 4-H youth members. This annual event showcased the hard work and dedication of these young individuals, with several of them earning the opportunity to advance to the Minnesota State Fair in August.
Riley C., Alexx K., and Colton C. are among the fortunate few who have been granted a chance to represent Koochiching County at the state level. Riley's triumph came in the sewn non-garment category, while Alexx excelled in the fine arts, and Colton impressed the judges in an unspecified project area. Wyatt K., another talented participant, was awarded in the woodworking category.
Baylee K., a standout in the child and family development category, also earned the right to compete at the state fair with one of her projects. Additionally, some 4-H'ers received the prestigious Purple Champion ribbon, a distinction given to recognise youth's excellence in a project area.
The Purple Champion ribbon winners were not disclosed in the available search results, but it is known that they will be ranked by the judges to create a list of those who qualified to exhibit at the Minnesota State Fair. Youth who earn blue ribbons at the county level and have completed the sixth grade may also earn a trip to the state fair.
Brayden W. and Evelyn G. were honoured with the Cloverbud Award, which is presented to young participants who complete a non-competitive project interview. The Cloverbud Award, while not advancing them to the state fair, serves as a valuable learning experience and recognition of their efforts.
With tens of thousands of 4-H youth participating in county fairs each summer, the Koochiching County Fair was just one of many stages for these aspiring young talents to showcase their skills and passion. For the most current and detailed list of winners, including the Purple Champion, Blue Ribbon, and Cloverbud Award recipients, it is recommended to check the official Koochiching County 4-H website, their local extension office, or official fair result postings, as these sources typically publish award winners after the event concludes.
- Riley C., Baylee K., and Wyatt K., among others, are utilizing the education-and-self-development opportunities provided by the 4-H program to pursue personal-growth and learning, showcasing their skills at the Koochiching County Fair and potentially advancing to the Minnesota State Fair.
- The young participants who received the Purple Champion ribbon, as well as those who earned blue ribbons at the county level and have completed the sixth grade, are entitled to enjoy the benefits of further education-and-self-development through the 4-H program, participating in the Minnesota State Fair.
