Washington County Project Awards
Available to 7th-12th graders
4-H incentives and recognition programs are provided to motivate youth to participate,
learn and evaluate their 4-H experiences. Recognition opportunity is available in all
projects. Specific project objectives are listed on the following pages.
Common to all project areas:
1. To develop leadership abilities, build character and assume citizenship responsibilities.
2. To develop skills, knowledge, and attitudes for lifelong use.
3. To share knowledge gained with others.
4. To explore career opportunities.
Recognition Program
AEROSPACE
(Includes Rocketry)
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ASTRONOMY
AUTOMOTIVE
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BEEF
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BICYCLE
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BUCKET BOTTLE
CALF
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CAMPING
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
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Objectives
Develop science and technology literacy as it
relates to aerospace.
Improve communication and teamwork skills by
working on group activities.
Develop responsible attitudes about science and
how science relates to the real world.
Gain experience in problem solving and decision
making using science process skills.
Develop appreciation of astronomy.
Discover information concerning our moon and
other objects in our sky.
Develop basic understanding of objects in our sky.
Learn about regular and long-term maintenance
and repairs.
Learn and observe rules of the road and traffic
laws for safe operation.
To develop skills and strategies in purchasing a
car.
Learn basic principles of animal science by
owning, caring for, and keeping records on one or
more head of livestock.
Demonstrated knowledge of sound breeding,
feeding, and management practices.
Learn value of scientific research in its influence
on animals and the meat industry.
Learn selection, care, and maintenance skills.
Develop knowledge of safety and proper riding
behavior.
Create an awareness of recreational, health, and
other applications of cycling.
Learn basic principles of animal science by
owning, caring for, and keeping records on one or
more head of livestock.
Demonstrated knowledge of health, condition, and
management of calf.
Learn more about oneself and others.
Understand the importance of and the practices
necessary for the wise use of the outdoors.
Have fun in the outdoors with friends and family.
Explore the area(s) of camping that interest you.
Learn more about oneself and others.
Learn basic skills needed as baby-sitters, adults,
and potential parents.
Identify the basic characteristics of children from
birth to age six.
CITIZENSHIP
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CLOTHING
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COMMUNICATION
(Public speaking)
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(Theatre Arts)
COMPUTER
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CONSUMER
MANAGEMENT
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CROP PRODUCTION
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Become aware of relationships to others: family,
peers, state, nation, and world.
Acquire life skills essential to become an active,
responsible citizen.
Demonstrate social responsibility, respect, and
respond to the needs, rights, and responsibilities
of others.
Develop judgment and creativity in planning a
wardrobe expressing individual life-style.
Gain consumer skills in making and purchasing
clothing and using equipment related to clothing
construction and care.
Learn to make clothing for self and others.
Acquire knowledge of fibers, yarns, and processes
for making fabric.
Learn about the organization of material to be
presented in a speech.
Develop a pleasing personal appearance before
an audience.
Acquire the ability to speak convincingly and/or
write news articles.
Learn new communication skills
Learn to plan and organize individual and group
activities.
Learn creative expression of ideas.
Learn how computers work and how computers
are used.
Use software and communication tools to produce
a product.
Use the Internet to locate information, solve
problems, and make decisions.
Understand how personal values, goals, and
resources affect consumer behavior and
management.
Understand management, consumer rights, and
economic principles when making decisions.
Use the management process to reach goals and
solve problems in every day living using available
resources.
Learn knowledge and skills in field projects.
Demonstrate and keep records on crop
production.
Observe crop growth and development.
DAIRY
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DAIRY GOAT
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DOG
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ELECTRICITY/
ELECTRONICS
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ENTOMOLOGY
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ENVIRONMENT
(Conservation)
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Acquire skills in dairy production through
ownership and care of dairy animals.
Learn marketing, processing, distribution,
consumption, and use of dairy products.
Practice principles of cleanliness and sanitation in
production and care of dairy products.
Learn nutritive value of dairy products and
promote their use.
Acquire skills in selection, care, and management
of dairy goats.
Practice principles of cleanliness and sanitation in
production and care of animals.
Learn nutritive value of products.
Learn major dog breeds and identify their
characteristics.
Study responsibilities of dog ownership.
Demonstrate dog care and management in
feeding, handling, record-keeping, grooming, and
fitting.
Learn dog health regulations, first aid, and simple
treatments for ailments.
Develop an understanding of the basic principles
and theories of electricity.
Understand the important effects electric energy
has on people and their environment.
Develop the knowledge of safe practices and
procedures.
Increase awareness, concern, and knowledge
regarding the generation, transmission, and
distribution of electric energy.
Learn to appreciate the importance of insects.
Develop an appreciation for the complexity of the
insect world.
Develop an interest in learning more about
experimental techniques.
Learn skills necessary to study insects.
Learn how to make scientific observations.
Understand the need for conserving natural
resources today and in the future.
Learn scientific practices and methods to protect
and improve the environment.
Work with others on an education program
important to the community, state, and nation.
FOOD & NUTRITION
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FORESTRY
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HEALTH
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HISTORICAL/FAMILY
HERITAGE
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HOME IMPROVEMENT
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HORSE & PONY
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Learn the importance of foods from each of the
basic food groups.
Understand principles of nutrition related to health,
physical fitness, and appearance.
Understand the scientific principles of nutrition.
Acquire and demonstrate skills in planning,
purchasing, preparing, and serving tasty,
attractive, and nutritious meals.
Develop a positive attitude toward the importance
of conserving our forest resources.
Appreciate woodlands as a source of income, raw
materials and enjoyment.
Learn about good forestry practices and develop
skill in executing them.
Learn skills in forest management and use of
forest products.
Accept responsibility for maintaining your own
physical, intellectual, emotional, and social health.
Learn about community health resources and
appropriate use in the community.
Learn about environmental issues as they affect
health.
Learn to make decisions that affect personal,
family, and community health.
Learn and share more about the history of 4-H in
Iowa and/or family heritage.
Work with an adult and gain a greater appreciation
for 4-H history and family heritage.
Apply principles of design and function to make
the home attractive, convenient, and comfortable.
Plan home living spaces in keeping with the needs
of family members.
Develop skill in care and preservation of old and
new housing, furnishings, and accessories.
Become aware of community housing situations,
opportunities, and responsibilities.
Acquire skills in horse management by owning and
being responsible for an animal.
Appreciate riding as recreation.
Learn horsemanship skills and understand
breeding, training, and raising of horses as a
business.
Acquire safety skills to prevent injury to persons
and animals.
HORTICULTURE
(Gardening)
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LEADERSHIP
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MUSIC
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PETS
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(Bird, cat, fish, hamster,
etc.)
PHOTOGRAPHY
PLANT SCIENCE
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POULTRY
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Learn basic principles of plant science.
Learn to plan, care for, and manage vegetable
and/or flower gardens, lawns, or commercial
horticultural crops.
Learn effective, safe methods of pest control and
management.
Produce vegetables and fruits for year-round use
to improve nutrition.
Identify and understand roles, attitudes, tasks, and
functions necessary for effective leadership.
Strengthen local 4-H units in leadership
responsibilities and encourage other youth.
Participate in program planning, development, and
implementation, and help recruit new members
and leaders.
Develop and demonstrate performance skills.
Listen to and learn about various types of music.
Compose or arrange music.
Explore the construction of musical instruments.
Develop the life skills of communication, decisionmaking, leadership, citizenship, coping with
change, and learning how to learn.
To learn about the selection, care, and needs of
pets.
To learn basic principles of pet behavior,
nutritional needs, and healthcare.
To learn and practice ownership responsibilities.
Recognize photography as a hobby or profession.
Develop skills in taking and using pictures.
Learn about photography as an art, a science, and
a communications tool.
Learn to observe and appreciate surroundings.
Learn basic biological facts about plants and soils,
including plant growth factors, plant reproduction,
plant characteristics, and utilization of plants.
Apply knowledge gained about plants and soils
through experiment either in a laboratory or field
setting.
Learn basic principles of poultry science by caring
for and keeping records on a flock.
Apply economic production, marketing, and
keeping records.
Learn value of research and its influence in the
poultry industry.
RABBIT
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SAFETY
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SCIENCE &
TECHNOLOGY
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SELF DETERMINED
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SHEEP
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SMALL ENGINE
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SPORT FISHING
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Learn about rabbit breeds and identify
characteristics.
Learn and practice nutrition, care, feeding, record
keeping, and grooming to show.
Learn marketing principles.
Learn how to reduce accidents and injuries,
recognize and correct hazards, and think and
practice safety.
Encourage the entire family to become safety
conscious.
Learn how safety can be applied to any 4-H
program or project.
To develop an interest and understanding of
science, math, and technology.
Learn skills and knowledge related to all areas of
science, math, and technology.
Learn to develop skills of problem solving and
logical reasoning.
Learn subject matter skills and knowledge in a
selected area of interest.
Identify and evaluate reliable sources for
information on topic of interest.
Learn basic decision making skills.
Become a skilled, productive, and self-directed
individual.
Learn basic principles of animal science by
owning, caring for, and keeping records on one or
more head of livestock.
Gain knowledge of sound breeding, feeding, and
management practices.
Identify types and grades of animals and fleece to
employ efficient marketing methods.
Identify quality in wholesale and retail cuts of
animals understanding relationship to
management principles.
Learn about principles of compressor, carburetors,
ignitions, and general care and maintenance of
engines.
Learn to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain
engines.
Learn basic fishing skills
Develop responsible fishing behaviors.
Become nature resource stewards.
SWINE
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TRACTOR
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VETERINARY
SCIENCE
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VISUAL ART
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WELDING
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WILDLIFE
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WOODWORKING
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Learn basic principles of animal science by
owning, caring for, and keeping records on one or
more head of livestock.
Demonstrate a knowledge of sound breeding,
feeding, and management practices.
Identify types and grades of animals and employ
efficient marketing methods.
Learn to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain
equipment.
Learn about regular and long-term maintenance
and repair.
Learn and observe safe operator’s guidelines on
the farm and roads.
Appreciate the importance of good management
and sanitation practices in keeping animals and
birds healthy.
Learn the values of scientific research and its
influence on animals and their health.
Find satisfaction and pleasure in creative forms of
leisure activity.
Feel greater self-worth as a creative and unique
individual, able to make art judgments and think,
feel, and act creatively.
Develop discipline of an art form to improve the
quality of life.
Learn skills and techniques to construct or repair
needed items.
Practice safety guidelines.
To learn about wildlife and the environment in
relation to man.
To identify, use, and wisely manage wildlife
resources.
Develop an understanding for fiber products of
the forest.
Develop skills in the selection and uses of various
types of wood and wood products.
Develop skills in the selection, care, and safe use
of woodworking tools and machines.
Learn about environmental protection and the
wise use of natural resources.