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Poster Art Program 65VAS
4-H members have the opportunity to use poster art to promote public understanding and support of the 4-H program. Goal encourage members to develop an awareness of visual imagery and its power to express thoughts and ideas. The poster program has a theme that rotates every two years, check the events and activities handbook for poster art themes. Posters eligible for the state competition are due in June, typically June 1. 


Photo Exhibit 65PHS
Provides a showcase for 4-H members' photographic accomplishments. Photos are displayed for public view to increase public awareness of the 4-H program. Youth may submit a photo exhibit in one of three divisions only. Photo exhibits eligible for the state competition are due in June, typically June 1.


Share the Fun 65PAS
This program is designed to help 4-Hers discover, develop, and share their talents. The objective of the program is to enhance appreciation of talent, leadership, confidence, interest in training, and the ability to discover wholesome recreation. The state contest takes place at Florida 4-H Congress in July at the University of Florida.


Public Speaking Contest - General 65PUS
This program is designed to give 4-Hers experience in preparation and delivery of a 4-H related speech. The contest requires youth to recognize, organize, and present information on a 4-H related topic. Youth must acquire the ability to speak in public, express ideas effectively, and show poise and confidence while giving a timed speech. The state contest takes place at Florida 4-H Congress in July at the University of Florida.


Miscellaneous Events
The following event are either defined as "new" or has less than five counties involved, in which no state contest exists. Please see the Events & Activities Handbook for further instructions regarding these events: Chicken Barbecue Demonstration Contest 50FPN, Turkey Barbecue Demonstration Contest 50FPN, Avian Bowl Contest Quiz Bowl Event 70PON, and Egg Preparation Demonstration Contest 50FPN.


Demonstrations and Illustrated Talks
This program is designed to give 4-Hers experience in preparation and delivery of a 4-H related illustrated talk. The contest requires youth to recognize, organize, and present information on a 4-H related topic. Youth must acquire the ability to speak in public, express ideas effectively, and show poise and confidence while giving a timed talk. The state contest takes place at Florida 4-H Congress in July at the University of Florida. Be sure the check out the Criteria for Demonstrations and Illustrated Talks.

 



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