Chapter Activities
What Maquoketa FFA does across the year, here at home.
Serving our community
Ag Safety Day
Held at the Jackson County Fairgrounds. More than 50 members lead stations that teach area third graders to stay safe around animals, machinery and fire. Partners include NRCS, Jackson County Conservation, the Maquoketa Fire Department and speaker Chris Cornelius.
Farmer’s Meals
Members pack meals and take them to farmers during harvest, so the work does not have to stop.
FFA Week
A week of activities each February, including a fish fry at the Maquoketa Eagles Club (4–7 p.m., dine-in and drive-thru) and member interviews on KMAQ radio.
Freshman Orientation
Members staff an FFA table to welcome incoming freshmen and families.
Growing members
Greenhand Fire-Up
A chapter night of team-building games for new members. We also take part in the District Greenhand Fire-Up (Waverly-Shell Rock).
Livestock judging practice
Practice sessions run during the weeks before contests.
Awards banquet
Mrs. George organizes an annual ceremony to recognize members, install the next year’s officers and thank supporters.
Member of the Month
One member from each grade is featured every month. Meet them.
Fundraising
Our sales, the greenhouse and the apparel store are on the Fundraisers page.