Kids and Teens/4-H Information

Local News

Livestock Identifications
(Posted on 5/2/2008)
Remember that Livestock Identifications are due into the Extension Office by May 15, 2008, 5:00 pm.

Summer 4-H

Summer 4-H Events
(Posted on 4/14/2008)
There is a lot to find this summer in 4-H for Camp goers, Project Meetings, and Fashion Divas! Click here to find out some of the activities through July that you may want to view closer.

Join 4-H!

Join 4-H!!
(Posted on 4/1/2008)
Want to be a part of the fun? Here's how to join! Explore what the 4-H's stands for. You may be suprised how much it will shape your life and how many friends you will make!

4-H Junior Camp

Junior 4-H Camp
(Posted on 3/20/2008)
Does swimming, hiking (even at night), climbing wall, and cooking over a campfire sound like fun? Then Juior 4-H Camp is the place for you! Campers 4th-6th Grades click here to access registration and find out more!

Photo Camp

2008 Photo Camp
(Posted on 3/11/2008)
2008 Photo Camp is the place to learn more about taking pictures while having fun. This is the camp for you if you are in 7th through 12th grades. Learn how to "paint with light" and other special effects!

Discover Twin Cities

Discover the Twin Cities-4-H Intermediate Trip
(Posted on 2/18/2008)
4-H Intermediate Trip-Discover the Twin Cities. Travel with 4H'ers to great adventures waiting at the Minnesota Zoo, Mall of America, Science Museum of Minnesota, and go on a sightseeing cruise. There are many more things planned on this trip! Click here to learn what they are.

SESS

Safety Education in Shooting Sports
(Posted on 2/15/2008)
New to Hamilton County! Join "SESS" and learn about safety in shooting sports. Disciplines being offered in Hamilton County are Rifle and Shotgun.

Central Iowa 4-H Tech Team logo

Central Area 4-H Tech Team
(Posted on 12/7/2007)
If you are interested in GPS, Programming, Webmastering, photography, New software, Robotics, Adobe Connect, Community Service Projects, Video editing, Video creating, and Geocaching-THAN the Central Area Tech Team is for YOU!

Recordkeeping

4-H RECORDKEEPING
(Posted on 1/11/2007)
Record Keeping Systems are DUE to your LEADERS SEPTEMBER 1st. Follow this link for forms to be included in your Record Book. Set your Goals now for a great 4-H Year!

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.

Events


4-H Youth
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Child Care That Works
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View the complete ISU Extension events Calendar

Staff

Cheryll Entriken-County Youth Coordinator
Phone: (515) 832-9597
Fax: (515) 832-9599
Email: entriken@iastate.edu

LuAnn Johansen-4-H Youth Development Specialist
Phone: (641) 648-4850
Fax: (641) 648-4862
Email: luann@iastate.edu

Resources from ISU Extension