Kevin and Judy Lansing named the 2024 Winneshiek County 4-H Hall of Fame Recipient
Published
7/29/2024
Kevin and Judy Lansing are both lifetime supporters of the 4-H program. Growing up Judy was a member of the Madison Mary Makers 4-H Club and exhibited beef, sewing, and cooking, exhibits. Kevin was a member of the Co-Champions 4-H Club and exhibited sheep. When Kevin was 10 years old, he purchased his first lamb from his neighbor and began showing sheep. Leading to a lifelong connection to the sheep industry. Kevin has judged local county fairs as well as the All-Iowa Fair, helping to educate and share his passion for the sheep industry with youth. Kevin and Judy’s children were all active 4-H members. They have instilled the value of 4-H in their children as well as many others met through their years in the 4-H program. Kevin served as a member of the Winneshiek County Extension Council where he worked to build partnerships and provide learning opportunities throughout Winneshiek County. The Lansing Family led an initiative to raise funds for the construction of the Danan Lansing Building at the Winneshiek County Fairgrounds in memory of their son, Danan, who was a passionate sheep exhibitor. The building was built in 2008 and holds many community events throughout the year as well as houses the sheep and goats annually at the Winneshiek County Fair. Kevin and Judy have not only helped and supported their children but many 4-H members in the area. They have assisted with numerous county sheep and goat events including weigh-ins, shows, and helping to grow the interest of the project. To show just how important they are to the youth a fellow county family shared the following about Kevin and Judy, Kevin and Judy have been our families’ biggest supporters from the beginning of our families 4-H sheep projects. They give the best advice, always have encouragement for all the kids and will be forever friends." Kevin and Judy will be inducted into the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame at the 2024 Iowa State Fair. Congratulations to Kevin and Judy and thank you for promoting 4-H and sharing your passions with others.
Kevin and Judy Lansing were awarded the Winneshiek County 4-H Hall of Fame award at the 2024 Winneshiek County 4-H/FFA Livestock Auction that took place on Saturday, July 13th at the Winneshiek County Fair. Kevin and Judy will be inducted into the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame on the last day of the Iowa State Fair. Congratulations to Kevin and Judy!