Kids and Teens/4-H Information

Local News

Waubonsie 4-H Horse Camp
(Posted on 5/2/2008)
The camp will have area experts teaching participants how to improve their riding technique at all skill levels.

New Rules for Swine Exhibitors
(Posted on 5/2/2008)
Each 4-H family will need a premise ID from the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship before they can bring swine to the Page County Fair.

Get Juiced for OJ – Outdoor Journey for Girls
(Posted on 5/2/2008)
Outdoor Journey for Girls (OJ) is a 3-day, 2-night workshop aimed at introducing outdoor skills to girls ages 12-15 in a supportive, learning environment where they have opportunities to try things “hands-on.”

DUE MAY 15!
(Posted on 5/1/2008)
If you want to exhibit at the Page County Fair, you must complete the following paperwork

How to Choose a Cell Phone Service – and Avoid Cell Phone Pitfalls
(Posted on 4/30/2008)
Are you shopping for cell phone service for the first time, or considering a new plan?

Healthy Meals in a Hurry
(Posted on 4/29/2008)
Time? ---- Money? ---- Nutrition? What influences your mealtime decisions? Learn about a program or publication that could have answers for you.

Page County Extension Presents Workshop for Child Care Providers
(Posted on 4/15/2008)
Do you feel like you spend more time disciplining children ages zero to seven than teaching them?

Page County Extension Presents Workshop for Parents
(Posted on 4/15/2008)
Do you feel like you are over-reacting to your child or giving in?

News from Iowa State University Extension

4-H Youth Take Challenge to 'Green' Environment
(Posted on 5/6/2008)

Four 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)

To 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

Child Care That Works

06/16/2008 The bully, the bullied and the bystander

More Child Care That Works events

View the complete ISU Extension events Calendar

Staff

Amy Holbrook-Growing Strong Families Program Assistant
Phone: 712-542-5171
Fax: 712-542-5936
Email: holbrook@iastate.edu

Gail Pennebaker-4-H Afterschool Program Associate
Phone: 712-542-5171
Fax: 712-542-5936
Email: gpenne@iastate.edu

Jane Hayes-Johnk-Youth Field Specialist
Phone: 712-623-2592
Fax: 712-623-2594
Email: jhjohnk@iastate.edu

Alan Ladd-Southwest Area Extension Education Director
Phone: 712-769-2600
Fax: 712-769-2610
Email: aladd@iastate.edu

Mary Beth Kaufman-Familes Resource Management Field Specialist
Phone: 712-755-3104
Fax: 712-755-7112
Email: mbkaufma@iastate.edu

Mary Hughes-Families Field Specialist
Phone: 712-366-7070
Fax: 712-366-7024
Email: mhughes@iastate.edu

Darrell Busby-Livestock Field Specialist
Phone: 712-769-2600
Fax: 712-769-2610
Email: dbusby@iastate.edu

Patricia Anderson-Health and Nutrition Field Specialist
Phone: 712-366-7070
Fax: 712-366-2074
Email: pander@iastate.edu

Linda Orme-Growing Strong Families Program Assistant
Phone: 712-542-5171
Fax: 712-542-5936
Email: lorme@iastate.edu

David Seilstad-Youth Field Specialist
Phone: 712-644-2105
Fax: 712-644-2100
Email: seilstad@iastate.edu

Page County Extension