Kids and Teens/4-H Information

Local News

4-H Leadership In Action
(Posted on 5/12/2008)
Join Hands Day was held on May 3 at the Little Red Schoolhouse at the Fairgrounds.

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Layers of Rewards - 4H Record Keeping Workshop
(Posted on 5/12/2008)
A recordkeeping workshopw as held on May 3 to help 4-H'ers understand the importance of each layer of recordkeeping.

Amy Junge Benefit Horse Show
(Posted on 4/22/2008)
Benefit horse show scheduled for Sunday, May 25, 2008 at Cresco Saddle Club Arena near Cresco, Iowa.

State Fair Clothing 2008

4-H'ers Ignite The Flame at Spring Fair
(Posted on 4/9/2008)
Howard county 4-H members Ignited The Flame at the Spring Fair held April 5, 2008

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4-H'ers Get In The Game!
(Posted on 8/16/2007)
The 2007-2008 4-H County Council members met recently to Get In The Game.

4-H and FFA FAIR RIBBON AUCTION AT MIGHTY HOWARD COUNTY FAIR
(Posted on 6/28/2007)
4-H and FFA members participated in the 2007 Fair Auction at the Mighty Howard County Fair.

10 Tips for Growing Healthier, Happier Teens
(Posted on 4/7/2006)
For many parents, nothing strikes more fear in their hearts than the three little words: the teen years.

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


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Staff

Lynette Anderson-County Youth Coordinator
Phone: 563-547-3001
Fax: 563-547-3012
Email: lmanders@iastate.edu

Mary Schrandt-Prouty-Northeast Iowa Area Director
Phone: 319-433-1286
Fax: 319-234-5581
Email: mprouty@iastate.edu

Vanette Grover-Youth Field Specialist
Phone: 563-547-3001
Fax: 563-547-3012
Email: vgrover@iastate.edu

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