Record Books
The 4-H year is October 1 – September 30. Every year begin a new project record for each project and close records out on September 30.
WHY RECORD BOOKS?
Record books are important and beneficial for so many reasons! Record books teach members valuable, lifelong skills in record keeping, accounting, reporting, and written communication. Furthermore, members who keep record books are eligible for 4-H scholarships, travel opportunities, leadership positions, and awards at the county, state, and national levels.
Record books also provide an invaluable personal history and memory book to look back on for years into the future. Record keeping is a fundamental part of a member’s 4-H experience, so you are encouraged to, EMBRACE YOUR RECORD BOOK!
Download the handout below for step-by-step instructions for putting your record book together and filling out the forms.
You may find the forms needed for record keeping of all 4-H projects at the link below. See our form and document help page for instructions on how to download and fill out the documents listed here and elsewhere on this website.
4-H Project Forms and Resources
Still struggling? Watch this great video (see link below) by Elli Korthuis, Benton County 4-H Program Coordinator for hints and tips on how to put together a blue ribbon record book.
4-H Record Books: What - Why - How
