2019 Important Dates & Project Timeline (click on this link for Important Information)

What is the 4-H Chick Chain Project?

The 4-H Chick Chain Project teaches you how to raise and care for chickens using research-based methods and practices.

How does the 4-H Chick Chain Project work?

• Purchase or hatch your own chicks from March 1-31, 2019. The number you choose to purchase or hatch is up to you. We recommend that you have at least three chicks.
• Chicks must be chosen from one of the following breeds:

▪ Australorp
▪ Barred Rock
▪ Brahma
▪ Jersey Giant
▪ Leghorn
▪ Orpington
▪ Rhode Island Red
▪ Silkies
▪ Welsummer
▪ Wyandotte

• Register for the 4-H Chick Chain Project through your 4-H member profile: http://florida.4honline.com.
• You will raise and care for your chicks over about 21 weeks before the final event.
• You’ll also attend a showmanship and poultry knowledge workshop.
• At the end of the project, you’ll exhibit your two best pullets in the 4-H Chick Chain Show, Showmanship and Skill-a-thon contest.
• You will also participate in showmanship with a bird of your choice or one that we provide.

Who Can Join?

The 4-H Chick Chain project is open to new and returning 4-H members. The 4-H Chicken Champs Club meets monthly to practice showmanship and learn the basics of poultry production. Membership in Chicken Champs is recommended but not required. 4-H membership is required to participate in the Chicken Champs project.

Project Details Including Project Books

http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/4hn/2019/03/01/4-h-chick-chain-registration-open/

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