Submit topics by August 25

On Tuesday, September 5, the Hardin Soil & Water Conservation District will host a contest for 4-H members/FFA members with a conservation project. Registration starts at 10 a.m. and judging begins at 10:30 a.m. Special consideration for scheduling will be given to those participants showing livestock that morning.

Contest participants must give a 4-5 minute oral presentation (not to exceed 7 minutes) about their conservation project, including collecting information for the project, constructing the project, completing the project and knowledge gained. Participants will be judged on project knowledge, project completion, organization and neatness, and quality of presentation. Limit one entry per participant.

There will be three classes for entries:

Class I: Beginners- ages 8-10 

Class II: Intermediate- ages 11-13

Class III: Advanced- ages 14-19

Approximately $250 in cash awards will be divided to at least the top three participants in each class.

Self-Determined and FFA SAE projects must be approved by the Soil and Water Conservation District office; topics must be submitted by August 25, 2023.

For questions, call the Hardin Soil and Water Conservation District Office at 419-673-0456, Ext. 3.

Eligible 4-H projects:

Explore the Outdoors

Geology: Can you dig it?

Exploring Polar Science

Exploring Ponds

Why Trees Matter

Ohio Birds

Trapping Muskrats in Ohio

Beginner Fishing

Intermediate Fishing

Beekeeping

Insect Adventures 1-3

Safe Use of Guns

Basic Archery

Canning and Freezing

How Does Your Garden Grow

Edible Landscapes

Grow Your Own Vegetables

Growing with the Seasons