4-H Youth Development

2025 Kansas 4-H Insect Spectacular

Beetles, bugs, dragonflies and more! It’s time to register for the 33rd Insect Spectacular.

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The State Entomology Workshop will be held Friday and Saturday, June 27-28, 2025 in El Dorado, Kansas. Workshop events include collection and photo trips, pinning class, identification class, and a pollinator garden community service activity. See Important Event Information below for additional details!


INSECT SPECTACULAR REGISTRATION - Opens April 25
    • One parent/adult guardian from each family must register and attend the workshop with children.
    • No cancellations or refunds after registration closes.
    • Cancellations before registration closes are eligible for a 50% refund.
    • Please let us know of any dietary restrictions when you register.
    • Registration closes May 26
LOCATION
    • Butler County Community Building - 200 N. Griffith Street, El Dorado, Kansas
    • See accommodation and lodging options below
COST
  • Full Participant registration fee of $85.00 includes supper Friday, lunch Saturday, bottled water, class materials, T-Shirt, and handouts. 4-Hers enrolled in Entomology should pay for full registration.
  • One State Park Day Permit will be included in Registration fees per family.
  • Additional Participants = Younger siblings under 4-H age, spouses, etc that may be coming along, but not participating in the classes will need to pay a fee of $55.00. This will pay for the meals, bottled water, etc. but will not include a T-shirt or class supplies.

Contact Vicky Wallace at (620) 804-9170 or email vicky.wallace55@gmail.com for additional information.