Area Animal Science Day’s June 26 judging contest

Attention Rock County 4-H Livestock (Beef, Sheep, Swine, Meat Goat) Judges (Submitted by Alissa Grenawalt, Rock County 4-H Livestock Judging Coach) Registration for the Area Animal Science Day’s June 26 judging contest is coming up soon and it’s time to register our team(s).   If you plan to attend, please complete the Google Form and we’ll […]

2022 Rock County Bayer Award

2022 Rock County Bayer Award Local farmer, Alissa Grenawalt, Beloit, recently directed a $5,000 Bayer Fund America’s Farmers Grow Communities donation to the Rock County 4-H Leaders Council. The Rock County 4-H Leaders Council will use the funds to enrich the educational opportunities for youth enrolled in meat animal projects. Grenawalt is currently a Rock […]

Travel Abroad!

Wisconsin 4-H International Programs provide the incredible opportunity to gain the rich cultural experience of traveling abroad while staying with a host family! In the summer of 2023, the featured countries are Costa Rica, Japan and South Korea! The deadline for youth and adults (who would like to chaperone) to apply is December 16. For […]

We Want to Know How 4-H Has Helped You Thrive!

In November, Wisconsin 4-H will be inviting members (ages 13-18) to complete a survey about their 4-H experience. The survey was developed by National 4-H Leaders (https://helping-youth-thrive.extension.org/) and will help Wisconsin 4-H to learn about the quality of our programs. The information will help to show how 4-H helps young people to learn new things, […]

Wisconsin 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Certification Training Workshop

Are you a 4-H Volunteer (at least 21 years old) who is interested in becoming certified in: Archery? Pistol/Air Pistol? Rifle/Air Rifle? If so, plan to attend the Southeastern Workshop from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 pm, Saturday, February 4 at the Washington County Fair Park, West Bend. Registration Deadline is Thursday, January 27. Financial assistance may be available. For […]

Enrollment for the 2022-2023 4-H Year is Open!

It’s time to enroll in Rock County 4-H! The new 4-H year starts October 1, 2022 and ends September 30, 2023. The deadline for re-enrolling 4-H Cloverbuds, Members and Volunteers is November 1, 2022. New 4-H Cloverbuds, Members and Volunteers are welcome to enroll anytime and it’s best to enroll by November 1, 2022, also. […]

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 […]

Youth Tractor Safety Virtual Courses Available!

If you or someone you know is interested in Youth Tractor Safety Courses, please visit the UW-Madison Division of Extension Farm Management website. Currently, there is not an in-person course offered in our area. Please consider enrolling in the Virtual Course, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Monday, July 11-Friday, July 15 with driving exams to be determined. The Wisconsin […]

Did You Miss the March 1 Deadline to Enroll in 4-H or 4-H Projects to be Eligible to Exhibit at the Rock County 4-H Fair?

If so, the Rock County 4-H Fair is providing an opportunity for youth who missed the March 1 deadline to enroll in 4-H/4-H projects. Although there is a fee, depending on the circumstances, it might be worth exploring. Please reference Section 7 on page 5 of the Rock County 4-H Premium Book for information. https://www.rockcounty4hfair.com/p/exhibitors […]

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