Mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 29th, for our 2nd annual County Activity Day! Whether you choose to do a presentation, poster, public speaking, or even all three, this event is your platform to show off your skills and accomplishments!

Register here: County Activity Day Registration

What is County Activity Day?

County Activity Day is an annual showcase where youth from across the county will provide a presentation where you can showcase your skills or interest with one the three presentation styles: Demonstration, Illustrated Talk, and Formal Speech.

Types of Presentations:

• Demonstrations: Includes doing, showing, and making something with finished product
• Illustrated talk: Talking while utilizing charts, pictures, and models
• Formal speech: Verbal speech sharing information with no visual aids or props

*Please note, those who chose to do a formal speech are automatically in the “Public Speaking” category

Who Can Participate?

Any youth in Mecklenburg County ages 5-18 years old is able to participate! They must register in 4-H Online (which is free). More information on how to register is included below.

What must I do to participate?

In order to participate, you must be registered on 4-H online and must fill out the google interest form: “County Day Registration” located at the bottom of the page. Those who have signed up will be given a time slot based on when they registered. A link to 4-H will be added at the bottom of this section. If you have any questions or problems doing so, please contact Isaiah.

4-H Online Sign Up

What are the Categories/Topics?

Animal Science

• Horse
• Horse Public Speaking
• Livestock and Dairy Production
• Poultry Production and/or Preparation
• Small and Companion Animals

Citizenship & Civic Education

• Citizenship/Community Service

Communication & Expressive Arts

• NC 4-H Talent Showcase
• Arts & Communications
• Digital Reality
• Public Speaking

Family & Consumer Sciences

• Family & Consumer Sciences
• Hospitality, Etiquette, and Social Graces

Environmental Science

• Entomology
• Environmental Science (Soil & Water)
• Fisheries & Aquatic Resources
• Forestry and Wildlife

Healthy Lifestyles

• Agricultural Safety and Health
• Dairy Foods
• Egg Cookery – (National Contest is Egg Chef Challenge)
• Fruit & Vegetable Use
• Foods & Nutrition
• Health and Fitness
• Peanut Foods
• Safety

Personal Development

• Open Class
• Careers & Entrepreneurship

Plant Science

• Horticultural Science

Science & Technology

• Agriculture Science (formerly Crop Production)
• Wheels and Engines
• Electric
• Science & Technology

Outdoor Cookery Competition

Competition categories for District Activity Days and State Finals

• Beef Grilling
• Chicken Grilling
• Pork Grilling
• Seafood Grilling
• Turkey Grilling

Outdoor Cookery Resources

*Please click the links for specific details in each category

What are the Age Categories

There are 4 different age categories

Cloverbud: 5-7

Junior: 8-10

Intermediate: 11-13

Senior: 14-18

*All 4 age categories will be able to compete at the district level while the Junior, Intermediate, and Senior categories will have the opportunity to compete at the state level if they place 1st or 2nd at the district level

How Long May A Presentation Be?

In most categories, there is a 5 minute minimum and 12 minute maximum. For public speaking, the requirements are 5 minute minimum and 7 minutes maximum. Going over or under the time limits will result in deducted points.

What if I don’t know how to give a presentation?

That is okay! All information on how to give a presentation as well as how to create will be found on this page below. Watch the videos to get a better idea of how to present, and look at the PPT template to see how to create your own 4-H Presentation.

• 4-H Presentations 101
• 4-H Presentations – Youtube Video Example #1
• 4-H Presentations – Youtube Video Example #2
• 4-H Presentation PPT
  This PowerPoint provides you tips on how to create a 4-H presentation. The PowerPoint shows you how this process will be conducted.
• For even more presentation resources, visit the NC 4-H Presentation Page Link below

NC 4-H Presentations

What Happens If I Win My Category?

If you place within the top 3 of your category, regardless of your age division, you will receive a ribbon!!

If you place in the top 2 of your category, you will be able to compete at the District Activity Day on June 17th, 2025, at West Iredell Middle School in Iredell County. Transportation will be provided for all participants.

Is The Public Allowed To Watch The Presentations?

Yes! For the first time ever we are inviting the public to watch our 4-H youth present. We know for many of you this may be your first time seeing a 4-H related event take place, thus we highly recommend that you come see our 4-Hers present both their skills and passions!

*Keep in mind that only 5 people besides the judges will be allowed in the room during presentations. This helps participants not feel overwhelmed and keeps the room from not being overcrowded. Once the participant is finished we will allow 3 questions from the audience before they have to leave the room to let the next group in. If you have any questions please speak to Isaiah.

Volunteers will be needed for both check-in and Judging. Any adult volunteers are welcome. If you are interested, please contact 4-H Staff

If you wish to participate, fill out the Google Interest form by April 21st.