Do you like to sew, quilt, paint, create? Join the Fun! All youth and adult quilters, sewists and fiber artists are invited to contribute to this year’s virtual community quilt, hosted by 4-H and The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show. This year’s theme is “Hopes for 2022.” As we all know, 2020 and 2021 presented some […]
The Kids’ Quilt Challenge is sponsored by Nancy Zieman Sew-Quilt-Create Productions and the contest is open to youth who are 15 years and younger. Pre-registration is required and the contest is limited to the first 50 individuals who register. For more information, and the registration form, please click on the link. https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/2021/07/13/kids-quilt-challenge-2021/
15 Minutes in the Morning–Designed for Adults Hop onto a Zoom meeting from 8:30-8:45 a.m. on Mon., Wed., and Fri. mornings until Fri., Sept. 3 to focus on your overall wellness and develop a positive framework to start your day! Extension Connection https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/99606481361?pwd=Q3VxYU11RW9odjkrS3F3cnQ3QitMdz09
Save the date! Are you a 4-H member who is seventh grade or older? Are you a 4-H Volunteer? If so, plan to attend the in-person Fall Forum! Fall Forum will feature interactive sessions and keynote speakers! Registration will open in early Sept. and the registration cost will be $50. Stay tuned for more information […]
Due to a variety of circumstances, Rock County 4-H Summer Camp is cancelled. Camp Leadership is considering opportunities for this fall. Thank you to each of the families who completed the Camp Survey–Camp Leadership understands how important camp is and appreciates your ongoing support. If you are a 4-H member who will be in ninth […]
National 4-H Council and Bayer are pleased to announce a Request for Applications for the 2022 4-H Ag Innovators Experience (AIE) Lead LGU. The Lead LGU creates the AIE activity that has an agriscience basis that incorporates STEM skills, teamwork, communication, and workforce development. All LGUs are eligible to apply by July 16. https://file-us.clickdimensions.com/4-horg-acm4v/files/rfaleadlgu-bayeraie-2022final.pdf?m=5/17/2021%2010:23:57%20PM&_cldee=bGF1cmEudmFuZGVydmVlbkB3aXNjLmVkdQ%3d%3d&recipientid=contact-edd345a908ebe911910a001dd8b71c7f-4826e5454bc94b42a4f9aed1ddbafb82&esid=2213c0f4-55db-eb11-9104-00155dcc3820
Wisconsin 4-H Foundation and Wisconsin Beef Council announced a social media contest that will feature Wisconsin 4-H Beef Exhibitors throughout the month of July. Community members, family, and friends will have the opportunity to nominate a 4-H member who has achieved outstanding work during their time in the program. In the past four years, the […]
In 1941, Caroline & Elizabeth Upham donated the property to the University of Wisconsin Madison; that makes this year Upham Woods’ 80th birthday! Ages: All are welcome Date: Saturday, September 11, 2021 Fee: $0 Location: Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center, N194 County Rd N, Wisconsin Dells, WI Register on their website: https://www.regpack.com/reg/templates/build/?g_id=100906015 https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/uphamwoods/home-page/programs/outreach-programs/community-programs/
Join us (Upham Woods) in exploring and caring for the 3-1/2 miles of Wisconsin River shoreline at Upham Woods. We’ll spend the mornings learning about and caring for our stretch of the river by testing water quality, searching for invasive species, or building trail to scenic beaches! Then spend part of your afternoon creating a […]
Be creative and show what makes the Midwest states great. Highlight something that stands out about your town, county, state or travels to another Midwest state. There are a lot of hidden gems around the Midwest, so get out and capture them! Open to 4-H members in grades K-13. Click on the link for more information. https://extension.umn.edu/event/4-h-photography–challenge-capture-whats-great-midwest-states
The Wisconsin 4-H Clothing Revue was held virtually on Mon., June 14. Youth from 18 counties participated, exhibiting 37 entries. Lucy Johnson received Best of Show, Audrey Johnson and Maggie Johnson received the Golden Thread Award! Congratulations to Lucy, Audrey and Maggie!
Rock County 4-H was well represented Tues., June 22 at Area Animal Science Day held at the Jefferson County Fair Park! Rock County 4-H Junior Dairy Judging Team A including Gracin Speich, Jack Boston, Benjamin Uhe and Kayla Trustem placed second in the competition. Gracin Speich placed fourth overall and Jack Boston placed seventh overall. […]
