Kids and Teens/4-H Information

Local News

County 4-H'ers Recognized!
(Posted on 12/9/2010)
4-H'ers in Winnebago County were recognized for their many achievements for the 2009-2010 4-H year at the 4-H Awards Banquet which was held Sunday, November 21st at the Round Up in Thompson.

2011 4-H Program Sponsors
(Posted on 8/4/2010)
Thank you, to all of our wonderful sponsors of the Winnebago County 4-H program!!

Community Cares Coalition
(Posted on 3/10/2010)
This coalition was established to assist anyone in the North Iowa region who is struggling with the current economy, whether they are currently employed or not. Developed a resource to help all residence know what community agencies or organizations are available for assistance.

Enroll In 4-H Today!
(Posted on 11/1/2007)
Now is the perfect time to join 4-H! Winnebago County Extension is offering to cover the $30 enrollment fee for all first year 4-H members!!

Shooting Sports Club
(Posted on 3/15/2007)
A 4-H Shooting Sports Club has begun in Winnebago County. All interested youth in grade 4-12 are invited to join. During the school year meeting will be held on the 3rd Saturday of the months (weather permitting) at Winnebago County Fairgrounds in Thompson at the 4-H foodstand.

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.

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.

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02/23/2012 Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scale - Revised

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Staff

Lisa Berkland - 4-H Youth Development Specialist
Phone: (712) 362-3434
Fax: (712) 362-5866
Email: lisaberk@iastate.edu

Libby Myer - Program Assistant
Phone: 641-584-2261
Fax: 641-584-2267
Email: lmyer@iastate.edu