4-H News

November 12, 2026 by Staff Report

Breeders and Feeders

On Oct. 18, Breeders and Feeders 4-H Club of Geauga County held its yearly potluck and awards meeting at Munson Town Hall. The first guest presenter was Ms. Schenck, who presented the Frank Blaschke Beef Carcass award to Leah Taylor. In total, the top 12 places were recognized and club members held seven of the 12 places.

Mrs. Molnar then presented the Chuck Mausling Award to Campbell Hoar and the Ted Gaynor award to Delanna Kellogg, recognizing outstanding senior members. Additional club awards were given recognizing total years participating in 4-H, attendance at meetings, book completion awards and the Pitorak Species awards.

Club members would also like to thank and recognize everyone who made the fair possible for all to enjoy. First, the Fair Board and Geauga County Fair Grounds for maintaining the facility for members to exhibit each year. The 4-H volunteers who spend all year working with club members so they can succeed. Parents and guardians who provide support as members complete their projects. Finally, the community as a whole for showing up each year to experience The Great Geauga County Fair and those who bid at the livestock auctions. Market animal projects not only allow 4-H members to learn about raising an animal but how to interact with adults in the community and create relationships while preparing for the livestock animal auctions.

This meeting allowed club members to reflect on the accomplishments of the last year and look forward to the next. Officer elections for the upcoming year will take place at the next meeting Nov. 15 at Munson Town Hall. (Submitted by Thomas Kartley, news reporter)