Montanans encouraged to support youth at county fairs
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Gov. and First Lady Gianforte with 4-H members Kyla (left) and Emma (right) in East Helena.
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EAST HELENA — Governor Greg Gianforte recently visited with Lewis and Clark County 4-H members in East Helena to learn more about the projects of the Last Chance Livestock club that are set to be shown at the county fair later this summer.
Meeting with members Emma and Kyla and their fellow 4-H members, the governor heard about their projects in agriculture, livestock, and leadership.
“Emma, Kyla, and their fellow 4-H members are doing incredible work,” Gov. Gianforte said. “They’re learning responsibility, developing confidence, and staying connected to the values that make Montana strong. Programs like 4-H help raise the next generation of leaders and I’m glad to support them.”
During a visit just outside of East Helena, the governor heard directly from 4-H youth about their work raising animals, completing community projects, and building skills that will serve them for a lifetime.
Emma, a member of the Last Chance Livestock club, shared her experience with the governor, “I like 4-H because I get to learn new things and I can use it in real life. It means a lot that the governor came out to see our pigs, and we appreciate his support!”
Her sister, Kyla, added, “I love 4-H because it has taught me hard work and responsibility. It’s also taught me how to speak in front of people and come out of my comfort zone. Having the governor out was very exciting and special. We really appreciate the support!”
Concluding the visit, the governor encouraged Montanans to get out and support 4-H youth across the state this summer by attending local county fairs.
“Whether you’re in the stands at the show ring or raising a paddle at the livestock auction, show up for these kids,” the governor said. “Your support matters and it keeps our rural traditions alive.”
Each summer, thousands of Montana youth take part in local fairs to showcase their hard work, connect with community members, and help strengthen the state’s number one industry, agriculture. Review the list of upcoming county fairs where Montanans can support 4-H youth and enjoy local events:
Wheatland County Fair – July 30-Aug. 1, Harlowton
Mineral County Fair – July 31-Aug. 2, Superior
Butte Silver Bow County Fair – July 31-Aug. 2, Butte
Phillips County Fair – July 31-Aug. 3, Dodson
Prairie County Fair – Aug. 1-3, Terry
Roosevelt County Fair – Aug. 5-8, Culbertson
Northeast Montana Fair – Aug. 5-9, Glasgow
Missoula County Fair – Aug. 5-10, Missoula
Richland County Fair – July 28-Aug. 2, Sidney
Madison County Fair – Aug. 6-10, Twin Bridges
Carter County Fair – Aug. 6-10, Ekalaka
Garfield County Fair – Aug. 7-9, Jordan
Blaine County Fair – Aug. 7-10, Chinook
Montana Fair – Aug. 8-16, Billings
Tri-County Fair – Aug. 9-17, Deer Lodge
Fallon County Fair – Aug. 12-17, Baker
Flathead County Fair – Aug. 11-17, Kalispell
McCone County Fair – Aug. 13-16, Circle
Chouteau County Fair Aug. 13-17, Fort Benton
Custer County Fair – Aug. 20-23, Miles City
Lincoln County Fair – Aug. 20-24, Eureka
Jefferson County Fair – Aug. 20-24, Boulder
Wibaux County Fair – Aug. 20-24, Wibaux
Park County Fair – Aug. 21-28, Livingston
Ravalli County Fair – Aug. 27-30, Hamilton
Sanders County Fair – Aug. 28-31, Plains
Beaverhead County Fair – Aug. 28-September 1, Dillon
For more information about your local county fair or how to support 4-H youth, visit: montana4h.orgor contact your county extension office.
