Kids and Teens/4-H Information

Local News

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2008 Clay County 4-H Junior Day Camps
(Posted on 5/7/2008)
Check out these two exciting day trips!

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Teacher's Ag Academy IV
(Posted on 4/14/2008)
"Connecting Learning & Living with Life on the Farm"

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Taking the Road Less Traveled: A Career Conference for Girls
(Posted on 3/7/2008)
Open to girls in sixth through twelfth grades!

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Ag Citing! Exciting Youth about Agriculture
(Posted on 3/6/2008)
Ag-Citing is an agriculture & natural resource experience designed by Iowa State University Extension for 3rd-4th graders.

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There's Still Time...Join 4-H
(Posted on 12/14/2007)
Join 4-H and make new friends.

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Program for Women in Science and Engineering
(Posted on 9/26/2007)
We would like to share some wonderful opportunities for female high school students in your community - GirLinks & Getaway!

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.
2008 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference to “Ignite the Flame” in Youth
(Posted on 4/23/2008)
Iowa 4-H Youth Conference planners work to draw and inspire youth across Iowa during the annual event slated June 24-26 this year.
ISU Extension Book Receives Arbor Day Foundation Award
(Posted on 4/21/2008)
“The Forest Where Ashley Lives,” a children’s book published by Iowa State University Extension, has received an Education Award from this nonprofit education and conservation organization.
Iowa 4-H Center offers numerous opportunities for teen campers
(Posted on 4/16/2008)
Iowa 4-H Center markets to teenagers by offering various opportunities for high school aged campers.
ISU Extension Audio: Interviews for the Week of April 14
(Posted on 4/16/2008)
Listen to an interview with a NASA specialist about living your dreams, as well as interviews about farmers’ corn planting intentions, the Clay County Fair, options for gardeners and more.

Staff

Marcia Langner-County Extension Education Director
Phone: (712) 262-2264
Fax: (712) 262-8481
Email: mlangner@iastate.edu

Karen Byers-Youth Development Field Specialist
Phone: 712-262-2264
Fax: 712-262-8481
Email: ksbyers@iastate.edu

Kathy Day-County Youth Coordinator
Phone: 712-262-2264
Fax: 712-262-8481
Email: kday@iastate.edu

Resources from ISU Extension