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2011 Senior Award Winners
(Posted on 1/24/2012)
Senior 4-H members were recongnized for their leadership and citizenship to the community.

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2011 Awards Night
(Posted on 1/24/2012)
4-H alumni & honorary members recognized at the annual awards night.

Friends

2011 Friend of 4-H Award Recipient
(Posted on 1/24/2012)
Friend of 4-H Award recognizes businesses or organizations who have made contributions to the 4-H program in Emmet County.

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4-H County Council
(Posted on 1/24/2012)
2011-2012 Senior County Council members take an active role in 4-H activities.

Dare to Excel

"Dare to Excel" Newsletter Helps Parents Help Kids Become Better Learners
(Posted on 12/30/2011)
When weekends, school breaks and summer are added together, kids spend many hours outside of school walls. How this time is spent affects their growth and development, as well as their success at school.

Emmet County FIRST LEGO League

Emmet County FIRST LEGO League Competes in Tournament
(Posted on 12/7/2011)
The Estherville Meteors 4-H FIRST LEGO League (FLL) team had fun competing in the northwest Iowa regional tournament in Sioux City on Saturday, December 3rd. As they approached the competition, it was critical that the team used the FIRST Lego League Core Values---- especially, “What we discover is more important than what we win” and “We are a Team.”

eXtension Just in Time Parenting

eXtension Just in Time Parenting
(Posted on 10/26/2011)
Parents are now able to sign up for free: Extension’s age-paced series– Monthly “e-deliveries” –keyed to the age of their child – FAQs and Ask the Expert--searchable databases.

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Robin & Dave Enerson Inducted into Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame
(Posted on 8/26/2011)
Robin & Dave Enerson were inducted into the 2011 Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the 4-H Exhibits Building at the Iowa State Fair on Sunday, Aug. 21.

New COOL Requirements for Livestock
(Posted on 2/3/2011)
As many of you know, the USDA is preparing for the mandatory COOL (Country of Origin Labeling) that goes into effect September 30, 2008

Harvest Safety

Harvest Safety
(Posted on 8/30/2010)
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.

Meals

Healthy Meals in a Hurry
(Posted on 9/27/2007)
A publication from Iowa State University Extension is designed to help consumers of all ages blend time-saving convenience with nutritious, dollar-stretching food choices.

News from Iowa State University Extension
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.
 
4-H Center Hosts Winter Hullabaloo
(Posted on 11/23/2011)
Youth ages 8 -12 can expect some winter fun at the Iowa 4-H Center during a winter wonderland celebration.

Events


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Staff

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

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

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