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Cherokee County 4-H Foundation - Promoting Youth
(Posted on 2/18/2008)
The Cherokee County 4-H Foundation was formed in 1990 to support, promote, and assist in the education and development of 4-H members in Cherokee County by recognizing and encouraging participation in worthwhile 4-H experiences and activities.

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4-H/FFA Horse Shows and Events
(Posted on 2/4/2008)
If you are interested in participating in 4-H horse shows and events outside of Cherokee County this summer, click on this link to obtain dates and show bills. Check back as show information will be added as we receive it in our office.

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Tips To Make 4-H Record Keeping Easy and Fun
(Posted on 9/19/2006)
Keeping track of what you have done and what you have learned is an important part of 4-H. It is also an important skill you will use in school and in life. Check out these "Record Keeping Hints" fact sheets for help with your record keeping.

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Staff

Brenda Medick-County Youth Coordinator
Phone: (712) 225-6196
Fax: (712) 225-3173
Email: medick@iastate.edu

Carol Ehlers-Youth Field Specialist
Phone: (712) 662-7131
Fax: (712) 662-7133
Email: xehlers@iastate.edu

News From Iowa State University Extension

4-H Youth Take Challenge to 'Green' Environment
(Posted on 5/6/2008)
National 4-H Conference Iowa delegatesFour youth and two adult delegates return from the National 4-H Youth Conference inspired by their experiences and eager to share them with others and use them to enhance the Iowa 4-H program.
2008 ISU Students of Distinction link their excellence to 4-H experiences
(Posted on 4/30/2008)
Two 4-H alumni are the recipients of the 2008 Iowa State University Students of Distinction awards and acknowledge their 4-H backgrounds as instrumental in developing the skills that have helped them succeed.
4-H Horse Jamboree Winners Announced
(Posted on 4/30/2008)
Almost 300 Iowa 4-H'ers competed in the 10th annual 4-H Youth Horse Jamboree April 12-13 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.
4-H’ers Say Clubs Build Communication, Citizenship, Leadership Skills
(Posted on 4/30/2008)
4-HTo find out how 4-H clubs improve youths’ communication, citizenship and leadership skills, ISU Extension surveyed 466 randomly selected 4-H club members.
Apply Now for New 4-H Equine Science Scholarship to Ellsworth Community College
(Posted on 4/29/2008)
Current and former 4-H’ers are eligible for a new $750 Iowa 4-H Foundation scholarship. Application deadline is May 16.

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