# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 - 2027 Brevard County 4-H Market Poultry Project - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 15 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Mon, 17 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 pm - **Event Description**: The 4-H market poultry project is an 8-month project whereby youth raise chickens which are auctioned off at the end of the project.About this EventThis project is open to youth ages 5 - 18 as of September 1, 2026.When enrolling, please choose the total number of tickets to equal the number of children participating in the project. In order to protect our youth's privacy, we are only asking for parental information on the enrollment form. The cost of this project includes 6 chicks per child.There will be a MANDATORY class on Preventing/Treating Parasites that all participants must attend.Additional classes will be offered to help prepare our youth for showmanship, skill-a-thon, record books, and the auction. While not mandatory, they are highly encouraged, and youth attending classes will receive points toward Champion Exhibitor. Classes are open to Market Poultry and Purebred Poultry participants.The last day to register is August 17 (or until all tickets are sold)!CLASS DATES: All classes begin at 6 PM.August 3, 2026 - This class is good for youth new to the project or those needing a refresher and will cover general bird ownership, what is involved in a poultry project, brooder and coop setup, and chick care. (This class does NOT count toward Champion Exhibitor) Sign up for that here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4-h-poultry-project-information-night-tickets-1990418274640?aff=oddtdtcreatorSept 28, 2026 - This class will cover project overview, fair due dates, record books, and the poultry poster and photo contests.Nov 9, 2026 - This class will cover general showmanship and skill-a-thon information.Jan 11, 2027 - This class will cover writing buyers letter and give youth the opportunity to begin writing them.February 8, 2027 - MANDATORY PARASITE PREVENTION CLASSMarch 1, 2027 - This class will help prepare youth for the fair and auction and will teach you things to know to choose the best three birds for your trio.March 6, 2027, 9 AM - 11 AM (SATURDAY) - This hands-on class is for youth participating in showmanship. Youth will bring their own birds and will learn how to properly show their birds to the judge plus learn what to know to do their best.Please understand that this is a Market project that requires completing a record book and is meant to end in the auctioning off of three chickens. We encourage you to speak with your child so that they understand the requirements of the project.By signing up for this project:Your child(ren) will be required to enroll in the Brevard County 2026-2027 4-H Youth Development ProgramYou are indicating the intent of your child(ren) to participate in the auction in the springYou agree to provide a coop for your chickens or be a part of the community coop at Wickham Park or the Extension officeYour child(ren) is agreeing to complete a 4-H Poultry Project Record bookChick pick-up is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, August 19 or Thursday, August 20 from 2 - 6:30 PM, depending on the arrival of the shipment. Once registered, more information will be provided. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cocoa/2026-2027-brevard-county-4-h-market-poultry-project/100001990200472187 - **Event Categories**: workshops, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Location: UF/IFAS Extension - Brevard County - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 40.25, max: 40.25, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Cocoa - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: UF/IFAS Extension - Brevard County - **lat**: 28.3595092 - **long**: -80.7812759 - **full address**: UF/IFAS Extension - Brevard County, 3695 Lake Drive, Cocoa, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 - 2027 Brevard County 4-H Market Poultry Project - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/27369612a4cc41c0581d53ffd24a34193ab6a8e46a513a5e113ef679e93800fd-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf3f5f3-gmir.jpg?v=1780113760 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 - 2027 Brevard County 4-H Market Poultry Project being held? - **A:** 2026 - 2027 Brevard County 4-H Market Poultry Project takes place on Mon, 15 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Mon, 17 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 pm at UF/IFAS Extension - Brevard County, 3695 Lake Drive, Cocoa, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 - 2027 Brevard County 4-H Market Poultry Project? - **A:** 2026 - 2027 Brevard County 4-H Market Poultry Project is organized by UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 - 2027 Brevard County 4-H Market Poultry Project is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cocoa, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact the UF/IFAS Brevard County Extension Office at brevard@ifas.ufl.edu or (321) 633-1702 at least 2 weeks in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action InstitutionContactbrevard@ifas.ufl.edu(321) 633-17023695 Lake DriveCocoa, FL 32926HoursMonday - Friday8 am - 5 pm" } ] } ] ```