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"Fizz, Bubble, Goo" Day Camp
(Posted on 4/23/2008)
"Fizz, Bubble, Goo" day camp is for youth who have completed 2nd or 3rd grade by June 2008. Camp is available in Kalona on June 18 and at Marr Park on June 25.

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Opportunities for Clover Kids at the County Fair
(Posted on 4/23/2008)
Washington County Clover Kids (kindergarten through 3rd) have opportunities to learn more about the Sheep and Fashion Revue projects through a special mentoring program.

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4-H Lock-In Held
(Posted on 4/21/2008)
The Washington County 4-H County Council held a Junior Y Lock-In on Saturday, April 12, at the Washington Community Y. Fifty-one youth in grades 4-6 attended the event.

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College Day at WHS
(Posted on 4/9/2008)
High school students from Washington and area high schools had the opportunity to attend college visit day at WHS on March 26. Shauna Sieren, Iowa State recruiter from Washington County Extension, attended to answer questions about Iowa State and provide additional information about the university.

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Clover Country CD Available
(Posted on 4/9/2008)
National 4-H Council has partnered with EMI Music to create "Clover Country: Songs from Famous 4-H Alumni"—the first-of-its-kind country music compilation CD featuring famous 4-H alumni.

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Iowa State University to Hold a Livestock Judging Camp
(Posted on 4/2/2008)
Iowa State University will hold a camp for 4-H & FFA members interested in enhancing their knowledge of evaluating livestock. This camp will be June 18-20 at Iowa State University.

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4-H Youth Conference-“Ignite the Flame”
(Posted on 3/12/2008)
The Iowa 4-H Youth Council invites you to attend the 2008 4-H State Conference, Animal Science ROUNDUP & CSI: Crops. The theme for this year’s conference is “Ignite the Flame.” It will be held June 24-26 at Iowa State University.

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4-H Launches Online Volunteer Training
(Posted on 1/9/2008)
Volunteering for 4-H just got easier. Training is now available online or by DVD for those volunteers whose schedules keep them from attending the face to face trainings in their county.

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Join 4-H Today!
(Posted on 9/18/2007)
Now is a perfect time to enroll in 4-H! We have a club for all youth in grades K-12. We also have plenty of room for adult volunteers.

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The ABC's of 4-H
(Posted on 9/11/2007)
Now is the perfect time of the year to join 4-H! Come see what it's all about...

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Pave the Way for 4-H!
(Posted on 2/5/2007)
You can help to pave the way for 4-H in Washington County! A brick patio has been established in front of the Washington County Extension Office.

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.

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Staff

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Kati Peiffer-4-H/Youth Coordinator
Phone: (319) 653-4811
Fax: (319) 653-6712
Email: kpeiffer@iastate.edu

Nancy Schmidt-4-H Youth Development Specialist
Phone: (641) 622-2680
Fax: (641) 622-2637
Email: nancysch@iastate.edu

Sarah Rodgers-Program Coordinator
Phone: (319) 653-4811
Fax: (319) 653-6712
Email: severts@iastate.edu

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