Join a Wisconsin 4-H State Team in 2022-23

Interested in meeting 4-H members from throughout Wisconsin and exploring your unique Sparks through cool statewide opportunities? Learn more about how you can join the 4-H Wisconsin Leadership Council, Arts Team, and Drama Company on Wednesday, October 5th at 7:00 PM via a statewide webinar! All teams are currently accepting applications. The Wisconsin 4-H Leadership […]

Deadline for Rock County 4-H Summer Camp is July 19!

Camp Registration is open!! 4-H Base Camp/Cabin Camp and Outpost Camp will be held Wednesday, August 17 to Saturday, August 20 at Upham Woods, Wisconsin Dells.  Base Camp/Cabin Camp is for 4-H members in 3rd-6th grade (1-1-22). Outpost Camp is for 4-H members in 7th-8th grade (1-1-22). For more information and to register, please sign […]

4-H Camp is back 2022 & Adult Volunteers Needed!!

4-H Camp families, we have a wonderful opportunity and need your help! The reality is, until April 15th, the state hadn’t given approval to allow us to hold our Rock County 4-H Camp (with overnights) in 2022. With this opportunity, our challenge is that without enough 4-H Adult Volunteers, we will not be able to […]

Rock County 4-H Softball

The Rock County 4-H Softball season is coming up and we want you to be part of it! Your 4-H Club Leader will receive more information soon about signing up your 4-H Club. What can you do as a 4-H Member? Let your 4-H Club Leader know you’re interested! Then sign up and attend practices […]

Model Rocket Kits and Balsa Spot Landing Airplanes for Sale

If you are interested in building a model rocket, Viking Rocket kits (along with three engines) are available for $10/each at Rock County Extension, 3506 N. US Hwy. 51, Building A, Janesville.  Balsa spot landing airplanes are also available for $1/each.  Questions? Please call the Rock County Extension Office at 608-757-5066.

2022 Governor’s Blue Ribbon Livestock Auction Scholarships

The Blue Ribbon Sale of Champions Foundation will offer $30,000 in scholarship awards in 2022:  One $3,000 scholarship Four $2,000 scholarships Six $1,500 scholarships Ten $1000 scholarships  These scholarships recognize the achievements of Wisconsin State Fair Junior Livestock exhibitors and assist them with their educational expenses.  All applicants must complete and submit a Blue Ribbon […]

Wisconsin 4-H Livestock Quiz Bowl Sign Up!

Seeking enthusiastic Rock County 4-H members who are excited to compete at the Wisconsin 4-H Livestock Quiz Bowl on Sat., April 9 at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Campus! For more information, please sign up on the Google Form by noon on Thurs., March 10!

Horse & Pony Project Annual Awards & Horse Bucks Auction

On Sunday, March 20th, the 2022 Horse and Pony Awards Banquet and Horse Bucks Auction will be held at 1:00 p.m. at the Blain’s Conference Center, 3507 E Racine, Janesville. Attendees should bring a dish to pass for the potluck. Water, sandwiches and table service will be provided. Awards will be presented for members active […]

STEM Saturday at UW-Whitewater at Rock County

Are you a student who is 8-14 years old and is interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)? If your answer is yes, check out the various sessions at STEM Saturday offered by UW-Whitewater at Rock County. Sessions are offered on Sat., March 12 from 9:00 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Registrations accepted until noon on Thursday, March […]

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