4-H at Minnesota County Fairs are not just fun annual events. Every summer, tens of thousands of 4-H youth participate in county fairs to showcase the knowledge and skills they've gained throughout the year, and to continue their learning experiences. 4-H youth spend months working on projects designed to equip them with essential life skills such as problem solving, decision making, project management, communications and public speaking.  4-Hers then share their accomplishments and educate the public about their subject at their local county fair. 4-Hers who demonstrate the highest achievements are then selected to participate in 4-H at the Minnesota State Fair!