4-H Livestock Skillathon
Registration for this event is closed. Please contact Jessica Jaffry at jjaffry@illinois.edu.
4-H Livestock Skillathon
Join us on March 7 and test your knowledge of all things livestock!
Christian, Jersey, Macoupin and Montgomery County 4-H programs are excited to host the 2026 4-H Livestock Skillathon Contest. This contest will give youth the opportunity to showcase their knowledge and skills in various aspects of livestock management.
Event Details
- Who Can Attend: Youth ages 8-18 as of September 1, 2025
- Location: Susnig Center, 401 Mound Street Jerseyville, IL 62052
- Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
- Entry Fee: $5 (lunch is provided)
- Registration Deadline: March 5, 2026
Event Schedule:
- 9:00 - 9:30 AM Check-In
- 9:30 AM - Noon Event
- Noon - 1 PM Lunch
- 1 PM Awards
Age Divisions:
Youth can participate as individuals and as teams. Teams are made of four individuals. Select age division options below. Age divisions are based on 4-H age which is a youth's age as of September 1, 2025. Two age divisions: Senior 14-18 years and Junior 8-13 years.
Banners will be awarded to the top five individuals in each division and the top three teams in each division.
What You'll Do
Join us for a morning of hands-on, engaging activities, including:
- Livestock knowledge quizzes
- Practical judging exercises
- Identification of breeds, feeds, equipment, retail meat cuts, and hay
What to Bring
- Pencil
- Clipboard
Register by March 5.
If you have any questions or need a reasonable accomodation to participate, please contact Jessica Jaffry at jjaffry@illinois.edu.