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Tractor Safety Certification Training
(Posted on 1/19/2012)
Tractor Safety Certification Training sponsored by ISU Extension/Marshall County and Monsanto - June 16th, 2011

Beet it UP!
(Posted on 11/30/2011)
Come and learn about: * Quality Grade and Yield Grade – what’s the difference between prime, quality and select and why it is important? * Look at beef carcasses * Learn about what to feed your animal – 1 coffee can full of grain or two?? * Taste testing at a BEAST FEAST

Annual State Volunteer Retreat
(Posted on 11/30/2011)
The annual State Volunteer Retreat brings together 4-H volunteers, staff, parents, and intermediate and senior 4-H members to network and learn about innovative programs that will help bring fresh perspectives and activities to Iowa 4-H programs. Friday evening, February 10, volunteers will learn how to help 4-H members improve their communication skills and demonstrate them through quality, educational working exhibits. Saturday, February 11, is filled with a variety of workshops and networking opportunities.

Central Iowa Fair Club Grants
(Posted on 11/30/2011)
Each Marshall County 4-H club or project group is eligible and may request funds once a year to put towards community betterment, service projects and citizenship projects.

Attention Marshall County 4-H Seniors!
(Posted on 11/28/2011)
Scholarship opportunities are available for Marshall County 4-Hers!

Volunteers Needed!
(Posted on 10/12/2011)
Volunteers are always needed to help carryout the 4-H program in Marshall County. There are many ways to volunteer and help young people belong, master skills, gain independence and learn to be generous.

Enroll in 4-H Online This Year!
(Posted on 9/21/2011)
Anyone who plans to enroll or re-enroll in 4-H this year can complete the process using the 4hOnline database. This is a very easy process that can be done in the comfort of your own home at any time of the day!

Join the Marshall County 4-H Facebook Group
(Posted on 6/21/2011)
Keep up with 4-H activities and events! Join the Marshall County 4-H group on Facebook!

Join 4-H

Make Friends! Have Fun! Join 4-H!
(Posted on 12/1/2010)
Did you know 4-H is not all about cows and cooking. 4-H has something for everyone! There is a HUGE variety of project areas that you can learn about. Join 4-H-all the cool kids are doing it!

News from Iowa State University Extension

4-H’ers Can Explore the Mysteries of Egypt at the Science Center of Iowa
(Posted on 2/9/2012)
Iowa 4-H’ers can pack their overnight bags for a night of fun and education at the Science Center of Iowa (SCI) April 27.
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.

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Staff

Annette Brown - 4-H Youth Development Specialist
Phone: (515) 432-3882
Fax: (515) 432-3883
Email: annbrown@iastate.edu

Doni Sheldon - 4-H County Youth Coordinator (CYC)
Phone: (641) 752-1551
Fax: (641) 752-8142
Email: donis@iastate.edu

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