You can compete in the 4-H BugClub Insect Collection Contest even if you do not attend Congress!  All you have to do is give your collection to your local 4-H Leader or local 4-H Extension Agent to bring to 4-H Congress for you.  If you have problems finding your local 4-H extension agent e-mail us at 4hbugclub@ifas.ufl.edu and we will help you contact them.  It is that easy!  Good luck, and have fun Collecting!