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4-H Shooting Sports Offer Air Rifle and Archery Classes
(Posted on 2/2/2012)
Young people who have an interest in learning more about Air Rifles, and Archery are invited to become a part of the 4-H Shooting Sports club. Volunteers and staff from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach (ISUEO) - Woodbury County will be offering the program at Midtown Family Community Center, 14th & Nebraska, Sioux City, IA. Archery classes will be offered on Wednesdays, February 22- March 21 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Air Rifle classes will be offered on Thursdays, February 23- March 22 from 6:00-7:00 p.m.

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4-H Foundation begins annual fund drive
(Posted on 11/22/2011)
The Woodbury County 4-H Foundation began its annual fund drive. To learn how to make a donation, click here.

Sheryl McGowan inducted into Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame
(Posted on 11/16/2011)
After many years of dedication to 4-H in Iowa, Sheryl McGowan of Sioux City has been inducted into the 2011 Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame. Eighty-eight Iowa counties participated this year and selected 121 inductees for their outstanding service and dedication to 4-H.

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4-H T-shirts available
(Posted on 10/17/2011)
The 4-H Foundation committee is selling t-shirts to benefit Woodbury County 4-H!

ISU Design West Announces Design It! Workshops 2011-2012
(Posted on 9/26/2011)
ISU Design West will host Design It!, a series of four workshops (two in fall, two in spring) for high school juniors and seniors interesting in exploring community design challenges related to architecture, urban planning, graphic design, interior design and landscape architecture.

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Assisting Children and Youth Cope with Disasters
(Posted on 7/11/2011)
Children are coping with the flood also. It is important to assist them process this situation. Select this story to learn about many resources about discussing floods with children.

Helpful Website for 4-H Families
(Posted on 4/6/2011)
Do you have questions or need assistance with livestock verification, re-enrolling members/families and new enrollment information? Are you looking for blank enrollment forms or helpful documents for leaders?

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ISU Extension Offers Food Preservation Resources
(Posted on 8/17/2010)
Interested in canning or freezing? Don't use gandma's recipes! It is essential to use current tested recipes and procedures to make sure your foos is safe. ISU Extension offers a variety of Home Food Preservation Resources to keep you current and safe!

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It Starts with Extension
(Posted on 4/29/2010)
See how ISU Extension impacts the lives of Iowans through our environment, our kids, our schools and our workforce.

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As seen on TV...4-H
(Posted on 11/11/2009)
4-H videos and more. See and learn what 4-H has to offer.

Extension Launches Interactive Learning Web site for Managing Tough Times
(Posted on 3/10/2009)
Hard times are hitting families, farmers, businesses and communities that are struggling to stay on their feet. Iowa State University Extension can help put some balance back into these times.

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Have Fun! Make Friends! Join 4-H!
(Posted on 10/9/2008)
The 4-H program creates a supportive environment for youth to reach their full potential through educational activities for youth.

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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.

News from Iowa State University Extension

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.
 
4-H Center Hosts Winter Hullabaloo
(Posted on 11/23/2011)
Youth ages 8 -12 can expect some winter fun at the Iowa 4-H Center during a winter wonderland celebration.

Staff

Tori Erichsen - Community and Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: (712) 224-3363
Fax:
Email: erichsen@iastate.edu

Brenda Welch - 4-H Youth Program Specialist
Phone: (712) 546-7835
Fax: (712) 546-7837
Email: bwelch@iastate.edu

Dawn Habhab - 4-H & Marketing Program Assistant
Phone: (712) 276-2157
Fax: (712) 276-6211
Email: habhabd@iastate.edu

Cheryl Connot Perez - Youth Program Specialist
Phone: (712) 276-2157
Fax: (712) 276-6211
Email: connotpe@iastate.edu

Laura Johnson - Youth Worker
Phone: (712) 276-2157
Fax: (712) 276-6211
Email: laurajoh@iastate.edu

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

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

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