Kids and Teens/4-H Information

Local News

Tip of the Week
(Posted on 5/13/2008)
Tip of the Week (TOW) is emailed out weekly by Sherry McGill, Iowa State University Extension - Woodbury County Education Director. To have the TOW emailed to you directly, please email Sherry at mcgills@iastate.edu. This week's tip: Evaluate your Office Ergonomics

4-H T-shirts available
(Posted on 5/12/2008)
The 4-H Foundation committee is selling t-shirts to benefit Woodbury county 4-H!

Woodbury County Fair and the Extension Showcase
(Posted on 5/2/2008)
The dates for the 2008 Woodbury County Fair are Wednesday, July 30-Sunday, August 3. There are many things to do and see at the fair including the Woodbury County Extension Showcase. Also, check the fair website at www.woodburycountyfair.com.

Horse clinic for youth set for May 29
(Posted on 5/1/2008)
Young people with an interest in horses are invited to attend the Youth and Horses Clinic being put on by Iowa State University Extension in Woodbury County. The clinic is open to all youth in fourth through twelfth grades and is scheduled for Thursday, May 29 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Woodbury County Fairgrounds, Fair St. in Moville, Iowa.

Workshop for youth workers teaches Experiential Learning Model
(Posted on 4/16/2008)
Do you want to learn how to engage youth you are working with? Then attend one of the youth worker trainings being scheduled in June by the Siouxland Nonprofit Management Alliance.

For information on 4-H...
(Posted on 4/14/2008)
The 4-H program creates a supportive environment for youth to reach their full potential through educational activities for youth.

4-H Shooting Sports club begins shotgun series
(Posted on 4/14/2008)
Young people who have an interest in learning more about shooting shotgun are invited to become a part of the 4-H Shooting Sports club.

4-H is family time
(Posted on 4/14/2008)
It’s often a challenge to fit work, family and home life into a demanding schedule, but 4-H offers families the chance to work and learn together. 4-H is not just a youth organization; it’s a family organization.

Archery is on target in Woodbury County
(Posted on 12/4/2007)
Over 20 youth from Woodbury and Plymouth Counties participated in the 4-H Shooting Sports Archery program.

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

4-H Youth

05/29/2008 Youth Worker Training
05/29/2008 Youth and Horses Clinic

More 4-H Youth events

View the complete ISU Extension events Calendar

Staff

Esther Weis-Youth EFNEP Program Assistant
Phone: (712) 276-2157
Fax: (712) 276-6211
Email: eweis@iastate.edu

Molly Moser-Youth Worker and Nutrition Educator
Phone: (712) 276-2157
Fax: (712) 276-6211
Email: mrmoser@iastate.edu

Lujean Faber-4-H Program Coordinator
Phone: 712-276-2157
Fax: 712-276-6211
Email: faber@iastate.edu

Steph Anderson-Youth Field Specialist
Phone: 712-276-2157
Fax: 712-276-6211
Email: stephand@iastate.edu

Woodbury County Extension