Youth-Adult Partnership Spotlight-Winter 2025

I ended the year reviewing accomplishments and setting goals as part of my gym’s social media contest. The process reminded me of what I most loved about fitness and belonging to this group in particular. It also helped me focus on celebrating moments that were special to me. 2025 marks five years of Youth-Adult Partnership […]

Adult Advisor Applications

Applications for adult advisor positions for State & National educational experiences are now open! This includes adult advisor positions for CWF, Space Camp, Summer Academy, National 4-H Congress, and more. Adult advisors are currently enrolled 4-H volunteers who help to guide young people when at these educational experiences. You can find more information along with […]

Youth-Adult Partnership Spotlight-Fall 2024

When I Asked About Belonging Recently, WI 4-H collected survey data on statewide programming needs.  At the beginning of summer, the collected responses were shared. They were categorized in content areas such as STEAM, Mental Health, Cultural.  Based on my own local programming experience in the community, this was not surprising.  It was common for […]

Youth-Adult Partnership Spotlight-Winter 2024

We asked 100 people ‘Name something you associate with an island’. Vacation Danger Empty I can’t confirm that Family Feud never asked this question. However, community programs and outreach do ask themselves. We choose how to define this island without recognizing the task most days. We envy those setting off on vacation to tropical islands–that […]

Youth-Adult Partnership Spotlight-Fall 2023

Fall Back Fall is a time many look forward to, AND it is also a time when others begin to dread the winter days ahead.  For this blog post, we are not looking ahead to winter, but back.  The winter 2023 Youth-Adult Partnership blog post focused on being intentional about describing who we are.  As […]

2023 Summer Academy!

Wisconsin 4-H and UW-Madison Division of Extension are excited to announce a new opportunity: the Summer Academy! This program is open to 4-H members in grades 7-10 and will be held from June 19-22 on the UW-Madison campus. Students will experience life in a residence hall while building lifelong friendships with others from across Wisconsin. […]

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 […]

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 […]

4-H Means Belonging. Belonging Means All Youth

June is Pride Month  The Department of Instruction cites “Wisconsin’s LGBTQ students reported higher rates of depression and suicidal thoughts than their peers” according to the Youth Behavior Risk Survey.  Belonging is a key aspect of 4-H.  We are grateful for our community partners and the work they do to keep youth safe and connected […]

VIP (Volunteers in Preparation) Training Dates for March and April

Adults enrolled in 4HOnline to become 4-H volunteers need to complete VIP Training. Are you an adult who enrolled in 4HOnline to become a 4-H Volunteer and needs to complete VIP Training? If so, there are (virtual) trainings scheduled!  Tues., March 29, 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information and to register, please see the Eventbrite Form.  […]

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