Decatur County 4-H Forestry Judging Team Members at the 4-H Southwest Forestry Field Day Competition.
Back row L-R: Autumn Wiggins, Evan Patrick, Madison Patrick and Bryan Doss
Front row L-R: Frankie Doss, Skye Clements, and Luke Clements
The Decatur County 4-H Forestry Judging Team recently competed in the Southwest District 4-H Forestry Field Day, held on September 3, 2025, at the UGA Black Shanks Pavilion in Tifton, Georgia.
The Junior team—consisting of Bryan Doss, Luke Clements, Skye Clements, and Madison Patrick—earned 1st place in the team competition. In individual results, Skye Clements tied for 1st place Junior Individual, Madison Patrick placed 4th, and Bryan Doss placed 5th. Representing Decatur County 4-H in the Senior division were Autumn Wiggins and Evan Patrick. Autumn secured 3rd place Senior Individual, while Evan placed 5th.
Forestry Judging is a rigorous contest with youth learning to identify up to 70 tree species found in Georgia and learning the most common insects and diseases that impact our forests. Pacing and compass skills are honed. These skills, along with using specialized forestry tools, allow youth to estimate timber volume. Forestry judging gets 4-H’ers outside learning fundamental skills that foresters use each day to manage our forests to provide wood products, wildlife habitats, clean air and scenic views. The team members studied and practiced diligently as they reinforced the 4-H Motto, “Making the Best Better.”
For more information on Decatur County 4-H activities or events, contact the Decatur County Cooperative Extension Office at (229) 248-3033 or check our website at www.ugaextension.com/decatur.
