Chippewa Chatter | May 2026 |
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What’s Buzzing at the 4‑H Office |
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Hello 4-H families!
I hope you’re having a wonderful May; spring is in full bloom, and the excitement of summer is just around the corner! We have a robust lineup of summer programming planned, and with the addition of Echo, our 4-H Summer Assistant, alongside Emma, our AmeriCorps member, 4-H will have a strong and vibrant presence in the community. We’re thrilled to continue some of our most-loved programs, including Summer Camp, Discover Wisconsin, and more!
As we begin reflecting on the 4-H year, I encourage you to take time with your young person to think about their goals and project achievements. Record book resources are available on our website to help guide this process.
Special challenge: Keep an eye out for a hidden character in this newsletter and email me when you find it! You will be entered to win a special prize!
I look forward to connecting with you this summer—at the fair, at club events, and throughout the community as I visit meetings and other opportunities.
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| Connect with your 4-H Educator! |
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Upcoming Events & Programs |
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What's happening in Chippewa County 4-H?
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For a detailed list of upcoming county events, visit our Chippewa County 4-H Youth Development website at go.wisc.edu/chippewa4hevents. There, you can find all the details on upcoming events, important deadline reminders, and much more.
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| Cloverbud Stuffed Animal Show
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Calling all Cloverbuds! Join Chippewa County 4‑H for the second annual Stuffed Animal Show at the Northern Wisconsin State Fair. Youth will practice basic animal‑showing skills by presenting a favorite stuffed animal in a fun, low‑pressure, non‑competitive environment. Friday, July 10 at 5:30 p.m. in the Custer Coliseum. This experience does not count toward the Cloverbud exhibit limit.
Registration due June 30—click to learn more and register!
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| Registration is now open for Discover Wisconsin!
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Youth in grades 5–8 (as of October 2025) are invited to join Chippewa County 4‑H for an exciting eastern Wisconsin travel experience, exploring Green Bay, Door County, and beyond, July 21–23.
👉 Learn more and register at go.wisc.edu/chip4hdiscowisco
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Join us for Summer 4‑H Foodie, presented in partnership with the Wisconsin Farmers Union, Market on River and River Street Kitchen! Youth will enjoy a hands‑on cooking experience using locally sourced ingredients while building kitchen skills alongside a professional chef.
- Dates: July 30; August 13, 20 & 27
- Time: 4:30–6:00 p.m.
- Location: Market on River, Chippewa Falls
- Flexible registration options available
- New recipes each week!
Learn more and register on our website
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| Pop-up in the Parks - Save the date!
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We’re teaming up with the Chippewa Falls Public Library for Pop-Up in the Parks this summer!
Join us at local parks for fun activities and community connection—each event runs from 1–2 PM. 2026
Dates: 6/11, 6/18, 7/13, 7/20, 8/02 and 8/13.
For more information, visit our website.
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| Award Opportunities Announced!
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We are excited to be launching our new 4-H Awards & Recognition Program!
Award applications are now open for 4-H Key Award, County Honors (direct email was sent to eligible members), Volunteer Awards, Friend of 4-H and Alumni of the Year!
Learn more about these opportunities on our Awards and Recognition Resource Page
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| The Chippewa County 4‑H Snack Bar is back for another year! 🎉 We’re currently looking for volunteers to help make it a success. Learn more and sign up on our website:
go.wisc.edu/chip26snackbar
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| Eau Claire County 4-H Art Sparks Workshop
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Art Sparks is a hands-on experience where youth in grades 3–8 can explore a variety of art mediums and get creative. Space is limited to 15 participants, so be sure to sign up early!
📅 Tuesday, June 23
⏰ 1–4 PM
📍Extension Eau Claire County Office
💵 $10 supply fee
Register by Monday, June 15 at 11:59 PM.
Questions? Contact Gracie Gray at glgray2@wisc.edu.
👉 Register via Qualtrics
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| Eau Claire County Cloverbud & Family Garden Workshop
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Join Eau Claire County 4-H for a fun and interactive morning all about caring for and maintaining a garden! Families will learn together through hands-on activities designed especially for Cloverbuds (grades K–2). A parent/caregiver age 18+ must attend with participating Cloverbuds.
📅 Friday, June 26
⏰ 9:00–10:30 AM
📍Extension Eau Claire County Office
This workshop is FREE!
👉 Register via Qualtrics by June 23rd at 11:59 pm
Questions? Contact Gracie Gray at glgray2@wisc.edu
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| Eau Claire County 4-H First Aid Day
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Join us for a fun, hands-on First Aid Day! Youth will learn how to respond to common injuries, stay calm in emergencies, and know when to get adult help—plus, they’ll create their very own first aid kit to take home. This day camp has a maximum capacity of 18 participants. Open to ALL youth in 4th–8th grade.
📅 June 25 | ⌚9 AM – 3 PM
📍 Extension Eau Claire County Office
💵$10 supply fee
Register via Qualtrics closes by June 15th at 11:59 PM
Questions? Contact Gracie Gray at glgray2@wisc.edu.
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Statewide Experiences & Opportunities |
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To view upcoming State Opportunities and Experiences, visit the Wisconsin 4-H Positive Youth Development website at: 4h.extension.wisc.edu
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Area Animal Science Days 2026 is gearing up to be an action‑packed day where 4‑H youth dive into friendly competition, hands‑on learning, and all‑around livestock excitement. Registration is open now! Click here to register.
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| Dog Quiz Bowl
Competition where all questions deal with dog topics. Competition in the 4-H Dog Bowl encourages a 4-H member to develop a more complete knowledge of dogs and related subjects. WI 4-H Dog Bowl Information Packet
State 4-H Obedience, Rally, and Showmanship Show
September 26 & 27, 2026, Langlade County Fairgrounds, Antigo
In addition to the dog competitions, for 2026 there will also be educational contests like speaking and poster contests held during this show.
State 4-H Agility Show
October 10, 2026, Overdale Canine Sports, Spring Valley
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Northern Wisconsin State Fair |
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Stay connected! Follow our partners on their website or Facebook page for the latest events and announcements.
Northern Wisconsin State Fair
July 8-12, 2026
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The University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law.
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