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Terrebonne 4-H will host 3 cookery days throughout the year. Our cookeries encourage families to cook at home using Louisiana Commodities while building quality family time within the home.
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Montegut Middle School
138 Dolphin St. Montegut, LA
Registration:
Judging:
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Parents or Members are not allowed to stay in the judging area.
Awards:
In Cafeteria at 11:30 a.m.
All dishes must be covered and chilled prior to arrival and arrive at registration COLD.Your dish will be disqualified if it is not completely cold at the time of inspection. NO EXCEPTIONS! Microwaves will be available for judges to heat samples before tasting dishes.
*A sample of 4-6 servings (in one dish) is requested for judging. Place name and school name under the dish/container. All samples should be placed in a covered container. Do not bring any dishes uncovered. Dishes will remain covered until judging. If you do not plan to attend the awards and will not pick up your dish, make sure you submit your dish in a disposable container. We will throw away what’s left out and bring your ribbon to the next club meeting.
You must provide a copy of the recipe (recipe should have the 4-H’ers name and school name on the back). The recipe should be typed or handwritten neatly on paper 8.5 by 11 in. The recipe should include the name of the dish, ingredients, how much of the commodity it contains and clear preparation instructions.
Previous year grand champion dishes may not receive Grand Champion awards. 4-Her’s will not be allowed to win grand champion in more than one category.
All dishes receive ribbon awards.Grand Champion dishes selected in each category will receive awards.
1 point will be given to each member for entering the cookery regardless of the number of dishes entered. Cloverbuds receive participation ribbons.
Seafood used should be Louisiana seafood.
Categories: Shrimp Main Dish, Shrimp Appetizer or Salad, Crab, Oyster, Fish and Other Seafood, Crawfish
Guidelines:
1. Any 4-H member may participate. Participants may enter only one (1) seafood dish in each category.
2. Prepare a food dish using at least 1 cup of LOUISIANA seafood as an ingredient. The seafood must be fresh, frozen, pasteurized or dried. Canned seafood will not be acceptable.
- Surimi, an artificial crab made from fish, cannot be used. There can be no raw seafood in the final dish.
3. 4-Her’s are encouraged to prepare “healthy” seafood dishes. Avoid excessive amounts of fat and sodium. Avoid frying foods. Dishes will be judged on taste and nutritional content/value.
4. 4-Her’s will not be allowed to win grand champion in more than one category.
5. Winners in Shrimp Main Dish, Crab, Oyster, Fish and Other Seafood, and Crawfish will represent Terrebonne in the area cookery contest. Shrimp Appetizer/Salad Grand Champion will not participate in the area cookery unless the Shrimp Main Dish winner cannot attend.
Categories: Rice Main Dish, Rice Side Dish, Rice Dessert
Guidelines:
1. Any 4-H member may participate. Participants may enter only one (1) rice dish in each category.
2. Contestants must bring a prepared rice dish, containing at least 1 cup of cooked rice.
*wild rice is not a cultivated rice in Louisiana and does not meet the requirement of 1 cup rice for this contest. Dishes containing rice products such as rice cereal, rice flour, etc. must also contain cooked rice. “Rice Crispy” cereal cannot be used as rice for this cookery.
3. 4-Her’s will not be allowed to win grand champion in more than one category.
4. Winners in each category will represent Terrebonne Parish in the area cookery contest.
Please contact Mr. Reed at [email protected] if you are interested in showing livestock (cows, goats, pigs, sheep, rabbits, chickens) in 4-H during this school year.
To enroll in the livestock project, send an email to Mr. Reed and let him know what animals you will be showing this year.
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Office Address:
876 Verret Street
Houma, LA 70360
4-H Staff Contacts:
Need to turn in paperwork after hours? We have secure drop boxes located at both the front and back doors of the office for your convenience.
Please don't hesitate to contact us if we can help with enrollment, events, contests, or any other 4-H questions!
Calling all 7th and 8th grade Terrebonne 4-H members! Join us for the 2026 Southwest Region Challenge Camp at Acadian Baptist Center in Eunice, Louisiana, on November 17-18, 2026.
Challenge Camp is a fun, outdoor team-building experience designed to help youth develop leadership, communication, decision-making, conflict resolution, and teamwork skills while building self-confidence and new friendships. Participants will be excused from school, and transportation is provided.
The $100 registration fee includes transportation, lodging, meals, and a camp T-shirt.
Interested members should contact Mrs. Cherie or Mr. Reed at the Terrebonne 4-H Office, (985) 873-6495, by October 1.
Join us as we discover the people, places, and industries that make Terrebonne Parish unique. Throughout the year, participants will visit a variety of locations across the parish to learn more about our local history, agriculture, culture, and businesses.
We are excited to kick off our first Clovers Explore Terrebonne adventure for the 2026-2027 4-H Year on October 9! Participants will have the opportunity to visit a local sheep producer and learn about the rich history of Ardoyne Plantation, a sixth-generation sugarcane plantation that has been a part of Terrebonne Parish's agricultural heritage for generations.
The tour will begin at 9:00 a.m. and is expected to last approximately 1½ to 2 hours, though it could run a little longer depending on the group's questions and activities.
Please complete the registration form by October 1. Additional details, including directions and other important information, will be provided to those who register.
To register, Scan the QR code.
We look forward to exploring the
people, places, and traditions that make Terrebonne Parish unique while learning more about our local agricultural industry!
Dear 4-H Members and Families, Welcome to the 2026-2027 4-H year! We're excited to begin another year of learning, leadership, and growth together.
This year's educational focus is Communication and Life Skills, helping youth develop confidence, responsibility, and practical skills for success. Remember, all members are encouraged to participate in parish events, activities, and contests, regardless of their project selection.
As 4-H members, we represent our organization through our actions. We encourage everyone to demonstrate respect, responsibility, and good character both in and out of 4-H.
Thank you for being part of our 4-H family. We look forward to a great year ahead!
Mrs. Cherie and Mr. Reed
Terrebonne 4-H Youth Development Agents
Terrebonne Parish 4-H Shooting Sports is open to 4th-12th grade 4-H members and provides youth with the opportunity to develop safe firearm and archery skills, sportsmanship, responsibility, and self-discipline. Members may participate in one or more of four disciplines: Archery, Rifle, Shotgun, and Hunting Skills.
Because family involvement is an important part of the program, a parent or guardian is required to attend all shooting sports practices, events, and activities with their child.
We will hold a Shooting Sports Interest Meeting on September 29, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Houma Municipal Auditorium (880 Verret Street, Houma, LA). Coaches and volunteers will be available to discuss each discipline, program expectations, practice schedules, and answer any questions you may have.
For additional information, please contact Mrs. Cherie at 985-873-6495. We encourage all interested youth and parents to attend and learn more about the opportunities available through Terrebonne Parish 4-H Shooting Sports.
Happy Fall!! We are asking Terrebonne Parish 4-H Members to be creative and enter the Pumpkin decorating Contest.
Rules: 1 entry per member
1. Must be handmade by the 4-H member.
2. No store-bought pumpkins (NO real or fake pumpkins).
3. Must have the 4-H Clover on the pumpkin.
4. Pumpkin must not be larger than 8x11. It can be whatever shape you like. It can be flat or 3D.
5. No edible items or real flowers.
6. Your name, school name and grade should be attached to the pumpkin with a gift tag.
7. Ribbons will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in elementary, middle, and high school divisions. Cloverbuds will receive participation ribbons.
8. Pumpkins are due to the 4-H Office (876 Verret Street, Houma 70360) by October 1, 2026, no later than 4:00 p.m.
9. Pumpkins are not returned to the 4-H member. Pumpkins will be donated to a local nursing home.
