Chatham Students Score Big At 4-H Fair Competition

CHATHAM, NJ - Dozens of 4-H youth and adults from across Morris County have been honored for their skills in everything from fine art, food, and photography, to goat racing and rabbit showmanship at the Morris County 4-H Fair, which was held at Chubb Park in Chester Township this summer.

Included in the winners circle were students from Chatham:

Fine Art Division

Grades 4-8:

• Best in Show, 3-D Art: Ethan Wagner of Chatham for his Paper Mache-Wild Thing.

Best in Show, 3-D

• ECLC of Chatham for “Boxes of Stars”

Woodworking Division

• Best in Show: ECLC of Chatham for their Birdhouse.

"We congratulate all of the young people who showed off their skills and talents, and who were willing to put them on public display for judging during the 4-H Fair," said Morris County Freeholder Director Doug Cabana.

Approximately 150 4-H members, other Morris County youths, and adult 4-H volunteers participated with over 615 entries. Projects were on display during the four-day fair for the public to see.

For more information about 4-H clubs or becoming a 4-H volunteer, visit the 4-H website or contact the 4-H office (973) 285-8301 or email 4hmorris@njaes.rutgers.edu

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