Kids and Teens/4-H Information

Local News

Emmet County 4-H Awards and Carnival Set
(Posted on 11/13/2009)
The Emmet County 4-H Awards Night and Carnival has been set for Sunday, November 22 at the Roosevelt Gym, Estherville.

Take Control of your Money

Take Control of Your Money
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
Take advantage of ISU Extension’s FREE on-line course, “Take Control of Your Money,” for steps and strategies that will help you stay on top of your finances and make progress toward your financial goals!

2010 Garden Calendar

Garden Calendar 2010: Growing Green
(Posted on 9/28/2009)
The Iowa State University Extension 2010 Garden Calendar is now available at the Emmet County Extension Office for only $6.00.

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Kropfs Inducted into 4-H Hall of Fame
(Posted on 9/16/2009)
Ron and Sandy Kropf, representing Emmet County, were inducted into the 2009 Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the 4-H Exhibits Building at the Iowa State Fair on Sunday, Aug. 23.

New COOL Requirements for Livestock
(Posted on 1/9/2009)
As many of you know, the USDA is preparing for the mandatory COOL (Country of Origin Labeling) that goes into effect September 30, 2008

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Emmet County 4-H Leaders Recognized
(Posted on 12/15/2008)
4-H club and project leaders were recognized for years of service and many volunteer hours to the 4-H program.

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2008 Awards Night
(Posted on 12/12/2008)
4-H' alumni & honorary members recognized at the annual awards night.

Friends of 4-H

Friend of 4-H Award Recipient
(Posted on 12/1/2008)
.Friend of 4-H Award recognizes businesses or organizations who have made contributions to the 4-H program in Emmet County.

Harvest Safety

Harvest Safety
(Posted on 9/19/2008)
Harvest is a busy time for farmers and agricultural workers and increases the chance for accidents and injuries. Check out our links to publications and website for tips on a safe harvest.

News from Iowa State University Extension

Iowa 4-H Web Site Gets New Look
(Posted on 11/17/2009)
4-H CloverIowa 4-H has a new look online, and tech-savvy teens say it’s “better than Facebook.” The site includes an interactive map to help kids and teens connect with 4-H, project links, games, event calendars and an interactive networking site for members.
Humboldt County 4-H Club Ensures Service Never Stops
(Posted on 11/17/2009)
Club presenting check to Daryl LongHumboldt County 4-H club supports veterans and current troops through a variety of community service projects.
Iowa Delegates to 2009 National 4-H Congress Announced
(Posted on 11/12/2009)
Twenty-two 4-H’ers have been selected to represent Iowa as delegates for the National 4-H Congress Nov. 27 – Dec. 1 in Atlanta, Ga. Individual stories are available for delegates from Adair, Black Hawk, Buena Vista, Cass, Davis, Hamilton, Johnson, Jones, Madison, Mills, O’Brien, Plymouth, Sac, Story, Webster and Worth counties.
Pioneer Hi-Bred Pledges $150,000 to Support Iowa 4-H Youth Programs
(Posted on 11/10/2009)
Pioneer Hi-Bred, a DuPont business, announced a $150,000 matching gift pledge to the Iowa 4-H Foundation to support youth programs. The contribution launches the Iowa 4-H Foundation’s President’s Campaign fundraising effort.
2009 State 4-H Project Award Winners Announced
(Posted on 10/22/2009)
Fifty-one Iowa 4-H'ers have earned state 4-H project awards. News stories are available about the individual 4-H'ers, listed by county.
Iowa 4-H Recognizes Monsanto Support for Volunteers
(Posted on 10/22/2009)
Interviewing 103 teenage 4-H members applying for state project awards takes time and dedicated adult volunteers. ISU Extension noted Monsanto's help with this round of interviews as well as ongoing support of 4-H volunteer training.

Events


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Staff

Lisa Berkland-4-H Youth Development Specialist
Phone: (712) 837-5596
Fax:
Email: lisaberk@iastate.edu

Marcy Sander-County Youth Coordinator
Phone: (712) 362-3434
Fax: (712) 362-5866
Email: mlsander@iastate.edu

Holle Smith-County Extension Education Director
Phone: (712) 362-3434
Fax: (712) 362-5866
Email: holle@iastate.edu

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