Kids and Teens/4-H Information

Local News

pig

2012 4H special Swine Project
(Posted on 2/8/2012)
Would you like to learn more about pigs? How to care for them, the different breeds, and how to show them? Read the information below to learn how.

2 lambs

2012 4H Special Sheep Project
(Posted on 2/8/2012)
Would you like to learn more about raising and showing sheep? How about trying it out before you buy?

Handful of Money

Buena Vista Endowment Scholarship
(Posted on 2/8/2012)
Are you a 4Her or were you in 4H? Are you looking for a scholarship? Look no farther.

county fair

Buena Vista County Fair 2012
(Posted on 2/8/2012)
Want to know when your ID forms are due? What about the entry date? Find that all out right here.

science and engineering

Master 4-H GPS/ GIS Volunteer Training
(Posted on 2/6/2012)
Would you like to become a Master 4-H GPS/ GIS Volunteer?

garden

February Clippings
(Posted on 2/6/2012)
Succulents Forcing Branches into winter Blooms Wintertime Gatherings for Gardeners Is It Time Yet? Starting Seeds Indoors Gardening Under Glass: Terrariums Growing Fresh Air: Simple ways improve air quality in your home.

Sibling Rivalry
(Posted on 1/6/2012)
Lori Hayungs suggests several healthy ways for siblings to deal with rivalries.

4H symbol

January 4H Motivator
(Posted on 1/6/2012)
Whats going on in your County? 4H events are happening everywhere.

Master Robotic Volunteer

Gear Tech-21
(Posted on 11/28/2011)
4H Volunteers in Storm Lake, Buena Vista County, Prepare to Teach Youth about Robotics Technologies

Awards Day and Endowment Kickoff 2011
(Posted on 11/21/2011)
Many 4-Hers received awards for their accomplishments and achievements throughout the year.

robotics

Robotics Camp at Alta
(Posted on 11/14/2011)
4-H Robot Camp helps kids learn about robotics technology

Iowa 4H

Enrollment 2011
(Posted on 10/10/2011)
Do you need to re-enroll or enroll for the first time in 4-H? Here are the instructions to enroll on line.

CWF

Citizenship Washington Focus
(Posted on 9/6/2011)
Are you a Senior 4H member? Have you ever wanted to go to Washington D.C.? Here is your chance.

News from Iowa State University Extension
4-H’ers Can Explore the Mysteries of Egypt at the Science Center of Iowa
(Posted on 2/9/2012)
Iowa 4-H’ers can pack their overnight bags for a night of fun and education at the Science Center of Iowa (SCI) April 27.
4-H Center Offers Summer Wilderness Trips to Youth
(Posted on 2/6/2012)
Calling all campers, aged 14 to 18. The Iowa 4-H Center plans to host two wilderness trips this summer, says Abbie Parker, program specialist at the Iowa 4-H Center near Madrid.
Have Fun, Support 4-H at Iowa 4-H Foundation Gala
(Posted on 1/27/2012)
The third annual Iowa 4-H Gala includes food, entertainment and a variety of opportunities to support the Iowa 4-H program statewide and at the club level. Registration is open now for the Feb. 25 event at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown.
4-H’ers Show Cyclone Spirit at Iowa State Women’s Basketball
(Posted on 1/18/2012)
Nearly 700 Iowa 4-H youth, families and friends cheered on the Iowa State University Women’s Basketball team during 4-H Day at Hilton Coliseum. The fourth annual event attracted 4-H’ers from throughout the state.
Parent-Child Cell Phone Debate Continues
(Posted on 1/17/2012)
Parents can exert a measure of control over their child’s mobile phone use by limiting use, checking its contents and using it to monitor the whereabouts of their offspring. However, with a few exceptions, these activities by parents do not seem to impact patterns of cell phone use by teens, according to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach family life specialists.
4-H Camp Counselors Grow with Campers
(Posted on 12/22/2011)
Each year, hundreds of eager campers, ages 6 to 17, attend camp at the Iowa 4-H Center. From day and overnight camps, leadership development and extreme adventure getaways, to camps for the whole family, there’s a camp designed for every child’s needs and interests.
Iowa 4-H Foundation Announces New Peyton Family Scholarship
(Posted on 12/19/2011)
Sue and Harold Peyton of Sac County have established the Peyton Family Scholarship through the Iowa 4-H Foundation. The $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to an Iowa State University student in a major related to agriculture who will be a sophomore, junior or senior in fall 2012.
Cass, Decatur, Taylor Counties Add 4-H History Online
(Posted on 12/16/2011)
Cass, Decatur and Taylor counties have added their 4-H history to Iowa 4-H History by County, a blog detailing the history of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach 4-H Youth Development. The history blog is a partnership of the Iowa 4-H program and the Iowa 4-H Foundation.
 
Iowa 4-H Foundation Gala Is Feb. 25, 2012
(Posted on 12/15/2011)
Iowans can make a positive impact for Iowa’s youth by attending the Iowa 4-H Foundation’s 3rd Annual Gala on Feb. 25, 2012, at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown. Registration is now open.
Donate Grain and Invest in Iowa’s #1 Crop: Youth
(Posted on 11/23/2011)
By donating grain, farmers can support Iowa’s number one crop, youth, say officials with the Iowa 4-H Foundation. Donations to the Iowa 4-H Foundation can be designated to county 4-H endowments, for statewide use or for both purposes.
 

Events


4-H Youth
More 4-H Youth events

View the complete ISU Extension events Calendar

Staff

Carol Ehlers - Regional 4-H Youth Program Specialist
Phone: 712-732-5056
Fax: 712-732-5006
Email: xehlers@iastate.edu

Shannon Grau - Office Assistant
Phone: 712-732-5056
Fax: 712-723-5006
Email: sgrau@iastate.edu

Debbie Erpelding - County Youth Coordinator
Phone: 712-732-5056
Fax: 712-732-5006
Email: deberp@iastate.edu

Resources from ISU Extension