Making the Most of Your Projects

What is a 4-H project? In this activity plan 4-H club members will learn how to select a 4-H project, how a 4-H project progresses through the year, and how they can show others what they learned in their project. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Club Training Series. (7 pages, 98 […]

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Managing Conflict

This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. Conflict can occur when different ideas are being expressed in a club. Identifying red flags that can prevent a potential conflict situation and strategies to manage a conflict situation can assist 4-H adult and youth club leaders support club members and leaders. (4 […]

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Natural Resources Careers – Choosing A Path

Natural Resources careers are great options for youth who love the outdoors. There are many areas in Natural Resources including fisheries, law enforcement, wildlife and forestry. This activity helps youth explore their interests in the Natural Resources areas. Keywords: natural resources, outdoors, shooting sports Details Publication Number: ACTpa039 Category: Natural Resources Sub-Category: Exploring Environment Type: […]

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Natural Science: Life in the Sidewalk Cracks

Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to compare plant and animal life in different habitats. This is part of the 4-H Afterschool Natural Science Curriculum. (1 page, 36 KB) Keywords- magnifying glass, soil, lawn, turf, human-made objects Details Publication Number: ACTas146 Category: Natural Resources Sub-Category: Exploring Environment Type: Activity Plan Audience: Volunteer Links Natural […]

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Natural Science: Orienteering

Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to use a compass to navigate a course. (4 pages, 136 KB) This is part of the 4-H Afterschool Natural Science Curriculum. Keywords – navigate, orienteering, bearings, travel arrow Details Publication Number: ACTas144 Category: Natural Resources Sub-Category: Backpacking & Hiking Type: Activity Plan Audience: Volunteer Links Natural Science: […]

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Natural Science: Pop Can Casting

Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to make a pop can casting rig and conduct a casting contest. This is part of the 4-H Afterschool Natural Science Curriculum. (2 pages, 45 KB) Keywords- target circles, fishing line, eye/hand coordination Details Publication Number: ACTas145 Category: Natural Resources Sub-Category: Fishing Type: Activity Plan Audience: Volunteer Links […]

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Natural Science: Quick Frozen Critters

Activity lesson plan for teaching youth this active version of freeze tag based on predator/prey relationships. (1 page, 39 KB) Keywords – shelter, adaptation, species, survival Details Publication Number: ACTas143 Category: Natural Resources Sub-Category: Exploring Environment Type: Activity Plan Audience: Volunteer Links Natural Science: Quick Frozen Critters

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Natural Science: Whatta Web

Activity lesson plan for teaching youth how to simulate animal food chains in a game environment. This is part of the 4-H Afterschool Natural Science Curriculum. (7 pages, 201 KB) Keywords- plants, meat eaters Details Publication Number: ACTas147 Category: Natural Resources Sub-Category: Exploring Environment Type: Activity Plan Audience: Volunteer Links Natural Science: Whatta Web

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Nature Carving

Are you an outdoor enthusiast who would like another hobby related to the outdoors? This activity will help you explore nature carving. This activity introduces you to carving for beginners using soap, simple patterns and additional resources. Keywords: animals, model, drawing, pattern, shooting sports Details Publication Number: ACTpa035 Category: Natural Resources Sub-Category: Exploring Environment Type: […]

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Planning Your Club’s Year

An activity plan to help 4-H clubs plan fun and effective club meetings that have a balance of recreation, education and business. This activity plan is part of the Wisconsin 4-H Leader Training Series. (7 pages, 326 KB) Keywords- adults, youth, methods, leadership, program planning Details Publication Number: ACTcc014 Category: 4-H Club Management Sub-Category: Calendar […]

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