2026 Northwest Michigan 4-H Livestock Council Education Expo
March 1, 2026
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Grand Traverse Resort & Spa
100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd., Acme, MI, 49610
Sponsored by Northwest Michigan 4-H Livestock Council. This is our annual Livestock Education Expo open to all 4-H livestock youth ages 5 to 19, where youth can earn the two (2) required education credits for Northwestern Michigan Fair participation as well as expand their knowledge into other areas of livestock interest.
Lunch provided for youth who are registered for free (pizza and drink). Pizza and drink available at an additional cost for all others.
Save time in line the day of the event and pre-register for your sessions! If you do not pre-register, please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the session start time to complete your registration at the event.
Cost: FREE
Registration for 2026 Northwest Michigan 4-H Livestock Council Education Expo is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on February 28, 2026.
Accommodations
Michigan State University Extension programs, services events, and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, or veteran status. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Contact Information
For information, contact Sarah Bye at byesarah@msu.edu or 231-922-4825; Jess Protetch at jessica.protetch@affiliate.msu.edu or 231-922-4623; or Allison Ballard at olsonal8@msu.edu or 231-882-0025.