Next Meeting - September 10, 2024
The next Leaders Association meeting will be Tuesday, September 10. PLEASE make every effort to come to these meetings. It is how we make connections and learn from each other to bring the best programs we can to the young people in our clubs. It connects your local club program to the wider recognition program and opportunities in 4-H.
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Youth Development (Cloverbuds/Exploring)
Fair Judging Sign-Up
It's time to sign up your Cloverbuds/Explorers for their Face-to-Face judging at this year's Eau Claire County Fair! The youth will meet one on one with a judge to talk about their entries. They bring the entries to the fair with them that day.
Youth Development judging is held in the big white building, Building E, where all the other exhibits are displayed
Judging is Thursday, July 25, from 8:30-4:30. Judging times are in 15 minute increments. You can call Andy at the Extension office (715-839-4712) to schedule a time..
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WI 4-H State Dog Obedience & Showmanship Show
Hello 4-H Dog Project Families,
Happy Summer! We hope you saved the dates to join us October 5-6, 2024 at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds for the State 4-H Dog Obedience and Showmanship Show.
Entries for the show are due July 15. More information about the classes and show are available in the show booklet and by visiting their website.
Questions should be directed to the State Show Chairpersons:
Michele Zimmerman (920) 988-9073 or philmichelez@gmail.com
Kate Anderson (920) 728-3614 or 2mtmanderson@gmail.com
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LaCrosse County 4-H Horse Project4-H County Classic
Join La Crosse County 4-H Horse Project in their annual 4-H County Classic!
Date: Saturday, August 24, 2024, 8:00 a.m.
Location: La Crosse Fair Grounds (West Salem, WI)
This event is open to 4-H members from all over Wisconsin - for a show packet and registration information, access this pdf
For questions, please reach out to La Crosse County 4-H at 608-785-9593 or lacrossecounty4h@lacrossecounty.org.
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Eau Claire County Fair ActivitiesCheck out the fair-realted activities below!
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Barn Quilt Project
In honor of 100 years of the Eau Claire County Fair, we are making barn quilts for the fair! All supplies will be provided. We will work together to make 4 large barn quilts for the fairgrounds and families can make a small barn quilt to take home. Sponsored by Pleasant Hill Go Getters and Eau Claire Clovers 4-H Clubs. Please register to participate by clicking the button below.
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Fair Food Stand Shifts and Pies
We ask that each family donate a store-bought pie for the Eau Claire County 4-H Adult Leaders Fair Food Stand in the Expo building at the fair. They can be brought Monday through Saturday.
These are the assigned shifts for the food stand.
Tuesday, July 23
8 am - noon: Pleasant Hill Go-Getters
noon - 4 pm: Pleasant Hill Go-Getters
4 pm - 8 pm: Pleasant Hill Go-Getters
Thursday, July 25
8 am - noon: Pleasant Valley
noon - 4 pm: Eau Claire Clovers
4 pm - 8 pm: Foster Town and Country
Saturday, July 27
11 am - 2 pm: Pleasant Valley Clovers
2 pm - 5 pm: Pleasant Valley Clovers
5 pm - 8 pm: Pleasant Valley Clovers
Members of other clubs can help these clubs cover their shifts. Please contact Wendy Duerkop at 715-579-0006 if your club is not listed above and you would like to help work the food stand during one of these shifts. Proceeds from these shifts will go to the Eau Claire County 4-H Adult Leaders to support county 4-H programming and scholarships for educational experiences.
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Fair Olympics
The Fair Olympics, hosted by Older Youth Council, is on Wednesday, July 24, at 6:00 p.m. in the Horse Arena.
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Fair Acitvity table Sign-Up
Sign up for helping with Activity Tables on July 26 from 9:30am-12:30pm or 12:30pm-3:30pm. We need your help to have fun, hands-on activities to share with visitors to the fair. This is a great chance to practice being a youth leader.
Send Rachel an e-mail if you are interested. rachel.hartbrinson@wisc.edu
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Fairly Fun Games
This year's FAIRly Fun Games, will be held on the final day of the fair, Sunday, July 28, at noon at the Tribute Garden
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After the Fair Pool Party
The After the Fair Pool Party will be held on Wednesday, July 31 at 7:00 p.m. at Wakanda Waterpark. This event is open to all 4-Hers and prospective 4-H members. Folks should bring friends who might be interested in joining 4-H!
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Dairy Shack Sign-Up Genius
Older Youth Council members, alumni and friends can sign up for a Dairy Shack shift by clicking the buttone below OR with the QR Code below.
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Rabbit Project Workshops
Two Rabbit Project workshops have been scheduled to prepare you and your rabbit for the Eau Claire County Fair. The first is Sunday, June 23 at 2:00 pm, at St.Luke Lutheran Church in Foster (Osseo address, S12680 Coon St., Osseo) This meeting will cover Fair Prep and Showmanship.
The second meeting is Sunday, July 14, at 5:30 pm, at Linda Rauter's house, also an Osseo address, but located in Foster at S12752 Coon St. This meeting will be for nail clipping and ear tattooing.
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Lily Schwartz Receives Culver's Scholarship
The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation awarded Lily Schwartz of Eau Claire, Wis. a $1,000 Culver’s 4-H Scholarship.
Lily has been active in her 4-H Club in Eau Claire County for 10 years. Her projects include arts, drama, and leadership. She has held several leadership positions including President of the Pleasant Hill Go-Getters 4-H Club, Eau Claire County 4-H Leaders Association Youth Representative, and member of State 4-H Art Team.
Lily is currently attending UW-Stout and plans to pursue a career in art education. Her most influential 4-H experience has been serving as Co-President of the Wisconsin State 4-H Leadership Council, where she grew in her passion for teaching others. She planned and coordinated state-wide events and worked as a youth advocate for 4-H. She plans to use her knowledge and experiences to give back and volunteer as an adult 4-H leader.
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Annual Financial Report & Record BookWork Night
Attention all club treasurers and all those putting together a record book!
We will be having a work night on Wednesday, August 14 at 6:00 at the Extension office. This is your chance to get some assistance on your club's Annual Financial Report or your Record Book. Come with your questions and be ready to work!
Families are invited to attend and there will be pie and ice cream!
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July Day Camps!
Come join our exciting Summer Day Camps and make unforgettable memories! From outdoor adventures to creative arts, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out—Registration is now open! Sign up now and let the summer fun begin! 🎉Use the following link: Sign up for July summer camps!
Day Camp Series July 15-17 for Grades K-2 and 3-5
9am-12 for Grades K-2
1PM-4PM for Grades 3-5
$5 cost for those not registered in 4-H this year.
Locations still being finalized. Sign up for one, two, or all three days.
July 15 in Dunn County (K-2: Wilderness explorers 3-5: Game Makers)
July 16 in Eau Claire County (K-2: Mad Scientist 3-5: Lego Mechanics)
July 17 in Chippewa County (K-2: Plants and Growth 3-5: Tie-Dye Funk)
Use the QR code or the button below to register.
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August Day Camps, too!
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James E. Volbrecht Scholarship Applicationis Open
This scholarship is in memorial to James Volbrecht who was a longtime supporter of 4-H and the Eau Claire County Fair. Jim graduated from CVTC with an Ag Mechanics degree in 1984 and he was named Outstanding Young Farmer in 1992. Tragically, Jim died in a farming accident in 2019. This scholarship is given in gratitude for his years of support of young people in Eau Claire County and will honor his memory. This $300 scholarship(s) will be awarded to an active Eau Claire County 4-H or regional FFA member involved in the Eau Claire County Fair (preference will be given to youth involved in the dairy project) who plans to pursue post-secondary education. To apply, complete application by clicking the button below.
Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, July 26 and will be awarded at the County Fair Awards Ceremony on Sunday, July 28.
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