Kids and Teens/4-H Information

Local News

Horse Project "Kick Off Meeting" - Sun, Feb 12
(Posted on 2/9/2012)
February 12, 2012—The annual “Kick Off Meeting” for the horse project—Jackson Building, Madison County Fairgrounds, 2 pm. It is strongly recommended that all horse project youth and families attend this information meeting. We will discuss important dates and information relating to the upcoming year including special events, safety clinics, horsemanship skill assessment requirements, and fundraisers. Youth will receive a packet of information and details relating to the horse project for 2012. New youth can be measured for a complimentary riding helmet which is required at all 4-H horse sponsored events.

SNOW CAMP - Sat, Feb 11
(Posted on 2/1/2012)
Madison County ISU Extension and Madison County Conservation are teaming up to host Snow Camp, a day camp for youth in grades K-6th! Camp participants will explore the wonderful world of snow with fun indoor and outdoor activities, including winter-themed games, crafts, snacks and more!

"Inside Your Horse's Mouth & Gut" - The 1st of 3 Interactive Learning Workshops
(Posted on 1/25/2012)
Workshop will feature Dr. Corie England of Gravel Road Equine Ambulatory Service and will be held at Farmers Coop in Creston on Thursday, February 23. Topics will include choosing the correct vaccination program, tips on choosing the correct de-worming program, and LIVE equine teeth floating demonstration.

Show Animal Workshop - Feb 27 @ East Union HS in Afton
(Posted on 1/25/2012)
Learn from local professionals about selection, daily care and management, basic nutrition, and feeding tips for beef, lamb/goat, swine, and rabbit/poultry. Pizza party begins at 6 PM; workshop to follow. FSQA training will be offered.

Kids On Scene - Videography Club
(Posted on 1/20/2012)
Kids On Scene Videography Club is a special interest club for youth who are interested in video planning, production and editing. Any Madison County youth fourth grade or older is eligible to join. New members are welcome! Follow the link above for more information, to learn about current projects, and to view videos and clips from our meetings.

The Science of Parenting - Using Technology to Help with Parenting
(Posted on 1/4/2012)
From podcasts to text messages and Skype, many parents are adding technology to their parenting toolkit. Learn how parents can use information and communications technology for parenting in this month’s Science of Parenting podcast from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

Wanted! New 4-H Volunteers Invited to 4-H Training Program!
(Posted on 11/3/2011)
Beginning this fall, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach 4-H staff across Iowa will join together to provide new 4-H club/project and Clover Kids volunteers with a newly designed training program. Trainings will be offered at 9 different locations across the state. The next date is Feb. 11 at Ankeny.

Join Us on Facebook!
(Posted on 12/7/2010)
Madison County Extension is on Facebook - "like" us and receive updates, announcements, photos, events, videos, and more!

EYES ON THE CHILD Babysitting Club
(Posted on 12/6/2010)
At Eyes On The Child Babysitting Club, youth can increase babysitting skills and knowledge, learn about local babysitting jobs through the club's babysitter referral service, make new friends and have lots of fun! New members are always welcome. Follow the link above for more information.

Awards Banquet Slideshow
(Posted on 11/17/2010)
Watch the 2010 Awards Banquet Slideshow!

4-H Project Hot Sheets
(Posted on 10/12/2010)
Looking for project hot sheets? Follow the link on our Kids and Teens/4-H webpage (pages listed at left)!

SOIL SOAKERS Youth Gardening Club
(Posted on 7/20/2010)
Soil Soakers is a gardening club for youth in grades 4-12 who are interested in gardening, nature, and being outdoors. Club members partner with Master Gardener volunteers to learn, plant, and tend garden plots.

Babysitting Basics Training Course
(Posted on 12/16/2008)
Babysitting Basics Training Course is offered by Madison County ISU Extension one to two times a year, usually in the spring and fall. Would you like to be contacted when the date of the next Babysitting Basics is set? Email your name and contact information to mlallen@iastate.edu or call 515.462.1001.

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

Child Care That Works

03/27/2012 Don't Give Kids a Tummy Ache

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Staff

Jeffrey Macomber - Youth Program Specialist
Phone: 515-993-4281
Fax: 515-993-1027
Email: jmacombe@iastate.edu

Molly Allen - Youth & Families Educator
Phone: (515) 462-1001
Fax: (515) 462-1002
Email: mlallen@iastate.edu

Maria Forgy - County Youth & Outreach Coordinator
Phone: 515.462.1001
Fax: 515.462.1002
Email: forgy@iastate.edu