Through year-end awards, we honor the incredible achievements of Lyon County 4-H'ers every year. These honors are given out during Round-Up on November 22, 2026. The Extension Office must receive all award applications by October 28. Check out the following sections to find out more about the awards and to apply:
All applicants are encouraged to attend the Round Up Banquet to receive their award.
Lyon County 4-H Scholarship
Each year, two $200 scholarships are given to young people who have excelled in the Lyon County 4-H Program and have served in county or club youth leadership roles. The young person must be a junior or senior in high school to apply.
Application: z.umn.edu/Lyon4hscholarship
Incentive Award
Each year, Lyon County 4-H offers the Incentive Plaque to one outstanding Lyon County 4-H'er who has attained a well-rounded 4-H record with progress in three or four projects. The 4-H'ers record should accompany the nomination form. Please complete the appropriate form for the person you are nominating.
Application: z.umn.edu/Lyon4hyearendawards
Start-Up Award
The Start-Up Award is replacing the Bond Award. Two applicants will be awarded a $25 award in the form of a check from the Lyon County Federation to put towards a current 4-H project, the start-up of a new project, a college fund, a 4-H trip, a leadership conference, etc.
Application: z.umn.edu/Lyon4hyearendawards
Outstanding Project Award
This award recognizes 4-H'ers who have done an outstanding job in a general project area. This could be in one or many projects. The awards usually relate to the project records the 4-H'er is nominated for. Be sure the 4-H’ers records accompany this form.
Application: z.umn.edu/Lyon4hyearendawards
Friend of 4-H and 4-H Alumni Awards
Friend of 4-H and the Alumni Award are presented to recognize adult volunteers who “go above and beyond” with their service to Lyon County 4-H. Anyone involved with Lyon County 4-H is eligible to submit a nomination. Nomination forms are available from club leaders or the Extension office.
Application: z.umn.edu/lyonfriendof4h