Hello Door County 4-H Families and Volunteers! 

I'm sure many of you feel the same, but this year is flying by!  The end of the school year is quickly approaching and before we know it, Fair time will be here.  In this email, you will find information on some upcoming events and on how to register your Fair projects.  

If you are new to Door County 4-H - welcome, we are so happy you are here!  This email newsletter is one of the main ways that I share information with Door County 4-H families, but you will also receive emails from 4HOnline occasionally with information.  If you have questions about 4-H, please be sure to reach out!  

Thanks,   

Candis Dart

Door County 4-H Program Educator

candis.dart@wisc.edu

(920)746-2265

https://door.extension.wisc.edu/4-h-youth-development/

The University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law.

May

June

Save the Dates!  

A quick note on upcoming changes to the Extension Office hours.  Beginning May 26th, the new hours for the Door County Extension Office will be Tuesday - Thursday from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.  

In addition to the change in hours, there may be times that the office is closed due to staff schedules.  I encourage you to call the Extension Office at (920)746-2260 or email me at candis.dart@wisc.edu before stopping by to ensure that someone is available.

Applications for the Door County 4-H Key Award are now available on our website:
https://door.extension.wisc.edu/4-h-youth-development/4-h-trips-awards-etc/.

The 4-H Key Award is the highest 4-H recognition that you can receive! Youth in 11th Grade and older can apply for the Door County 4-H Key Award. Up to two Door County 4-H youth will be chosen to receive this award.  Applications are due June 4th.

The 4-H Key Award is based on consistent 4-H growth, youth leadership, and service to Club, Community, and County.

Door County 4-H Dog Project Members - Weekly Dog Training Practices will begin soon at the Door County Fairgrounds (Cattle Barn).  These will be held weekly on Wednesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. until the Dog Show in August. 

The first meeting will be Wednesday, May 6th at 6:00 p.m. ***No dogs allowed at this first meeting***  This will be an opportunity to go through expectations and rules for the summer training practices.  If youth are planning to show their dog and/or attend 4-H Dog training practices, they should plan to attend this meeting.  If youth cannot attend, please reach out to Amy Moreaux to receive any information that was missed.  

For youth who are participating in the Quality Market Animal Sale (QMAS), be sure to check out their website for updated rules and calendar information:  https://www.dcqmas.org/.

Upcoming Events:

Saturday, May 2:  Lamb & Meat Goat Weigh-in, Hog Weigh-in

8:00 - 10:00 a.m., Door County Fairgrounds

The 2026 Door County Fair will be Wednesday, August 12th - Sunday, August 16th.

Check out the Wisconsin 4-H website for a full list of Statewide experiences and events:  https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/opportunities/statewide-events-and-opportunities/

You can find more information about each of the specific experiences below by clicking on the picture for the experience.

As you look through and consider these experiences, please know that there are funds that may be available through the Door County 4-H Adult Leaders Association to help support these opportunities.  Talk to your Club Leader or Candis for more information!

Badger Dairy Camp returns to UW-Madison in July

The Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences and the Dairy Innovation Hub are excited to 
announce the return of Badger Dairy Camp to the University of Wisconsin campus from July 9-12, 2026. The goal of this program is to educate youth about the breadth of areas that contribute to Wisconsin's dairy industry and the higher education and career opportunities available. The program includes hands-on workshops, tours, and recreational activities for youth ages 12-17 as of January 1, 2026. 

Faculty and dairy industry leaders in land and water stewardship, animal health and welfare, human health and nutrition, farm business and community, and linear evaluations and dairy judging will lead the hands-on workshops. College preparation workshops will be tailored to the camper’s current grade level in collaboration with CALS. Youth will network with peers, current students, and faculty through recreational campus activities, including volleyball, bowling, and a bonfire at Picnic Point. 

Campers will have the full student experience, staying and dining at the Dejope Residence Hall (double occupancy; roommate requests available). The camper registration fee of $175 covers approximately half of the program expenses, including the dormitory, meals, and recreational activities. The remainder is funded by grants and industry sponsorships. 

Applications are now available. The camp is limited to 100 campers, and applicants will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. A mailing list for applications and more information about the camp is available at https://andysci.wisc.edu/badger-dairy-camp/. You can also contact Megan Lauber directly at (262) 902-3156 or badgerdairycamp@ansci@wisc.edu.