Congratulations to all the participants of the 2026 Creative Arts Festival at Wrightstown High School! It was an inspiring day of talent and community. Please join us in applauding this year's award winners:

A special thank you to the judges for sharing their time and experience: Tricia Adams, Renee Bonick, Peter Geissler, Katie Lesperance, and Jeremy Pelegrin.  We're also grateful to the emcees, technicians, performers, audience, community, and Wrightstown High School for your support of the production. 

And, of course, this event couldn't be a success without the hard work of the Creative Arts Committee—thank you!

Want to feature your club's activities, fundraisers, and/or accomplishments via the 4-H Newsletter and social media channels?  Feel free to email photos and details to the Extension office at extension@browncountywi.gov. 

Tour a working dairy farm Saturday, April 4, 2026 10am-12pm.  Kinnard Farms, Inc. is located at N8200 Tamarack Road, Casco, WI 54205.  Registration is required by April 1, 2026 to confirm your spot.  While Dairy Project youth are especially encouraged to attend, everyone is welcome!

Get ready for a day of discovery! Join us for the 5th annual STEM Family Day at the Brown County STEM Innovation Center.

📅 When: Saturday, April 18 | 10am-2pm

📍 Where:  STEM Innovation Center
UW-Green Bay Campus
2019 Technology Way
Green Bay, WI 54311

💰 Cost: FREE!

Dive into 35+ hands-on activities, including robotics, rocket launches, and LEGO builds. With local food trucks on-site and interactive exhibits for all ages, it’s the perfect way to spark your child’s curiosity.

This summer, give your child more than just a vacation. At Next Level Leadership Summer Camp, students develop essential life skills through immersive outdoor experiences.

Ready for some friendly competition? Form your teams for the 4-H Basketball & Bean Bag Tournament at Wrightstown High School on April 18!

Whether you’re hitting the court for 3-on-3 or aiming for the board in the bean bag toss, there’s a division for everyone—from Cloverbuds to Adults. 🏆

💰 Entry Fees: $5 per person (1 event) / $8 per person (both events)
📅 Deadline: Register by March 30, 2026
🍰 Bonus: Silent auction, delicious bakery treats, and great people!

All proceeds support our 2026 youth educational trips. Grab your friends and support a great cause!

Questions:  Mary Van Dyck at redbirds65@sbclgobal.net

The Wisconsin 4-H Summer Academy, scheduled for June 14-18, 2026, at the UW-Madison campus, offers youth in grades 8-11 an immersive four-day experience to explore career paths and college life.

Registration runs until April 26, 2026, featuring specialized "SPARK" tracks in STEM, arts, agriculture, and leadership for $150.

Head to 4-H Online to register.

Date:  April 25, 2026

Location: UW-Green Bay STEM Innovation Building, 2019 Technology Way, Green Bay, WI 54311  

Team Registration Fee: There is a $15.00 entry fee per team with payment due by the day of the event.

Registration:  via 4-H Online and due by March 30, 2026

Participation: Available to currently enrolled WI 4-H members that want to test their dog expertise! Teams of 3-4 members are divided into three age divisions for a bracket-style competition.

Show off your dog knowledge!

Date:  May 2-3, 2026

Location: UW-Green Bay STEM Innovation Building, 2019 Technology Way, Green Bay, WI 54311  

Events: Hippology, Horse Bowl, Speaking and Demonstration, Arts, Creative Communication, Photography, Team Problems, and Model Horse.

Registration:  via 4-H Online and due by April 1, 2026

Participation:  Any youth member, 3rd-12th grade, currently enrolled in the 4-H Horse & Pony or the Horseless Horse project may participate. 

Questions: Sharon Hess (920) 757-5167

It’s time to dig into your brick collection and let your creativity shine! We are excited to announce the first installment of our statewide LEGO Brick Build Challenge series, inviting participants, youth and adults, from across the state to showcase their skills.

This Month’s Topic: Build Your Spark 

In 4-H, a "spark" is that special interest or passion that makes you come alive. Whether it’s science, art, animals, or sports, we want to see you represent your passion using nothing but bricks!

How to Enter: The challenge is open to both youth and adults. You can participate as an individual or as a team.  

Submission Guidelines:

We can’t wait to see your "sparks" come to life. Happy building!

Photo Opp, an Appleton-based nonprofit, will be hosting a series of structured curriculum created specifically to help the 4-H youth with their photography submissions. Each class will include a lesson for the group and then time for kids to practice what they learned while getting individual teaching. There will also be "homework" for the youth to do between the classes.

Dates: 4/14, 5/12
Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm
Location: Photo Opp (621 N Bateman St.)
Format: Digital
Fee: $40 per student

The Mutual of Wausau 4-H Club Grant Program is now accepting applications to support youth development, leadership, and civic responsibility. Each selected club will receive a $400 grant.

To apply, please submit your application by April 1st. Supplemental materials may be emailed to info@mutualofwausau.com; please ensure you include the grant name and your club's name in the message.

Four great adventures for youth:
STEM Center at UW-Green Bay:
2019 Technology Way
Green Bay, WI 54311

Registration and payment deadline:  June 1, 2026

Sign up for one or all!
Spots are limited!

Wildlife and Woods is Wisconsin 4-H’s statewide natural sciences, wildlife, and forestry monthly, virtual event. Participants learn about wild places across the United States following the 4-H Wildlife Habitat Education Program (WHEP) and the 4-H Forestry Program. Materials are designed for all ages and knowledge levels, so everyone can benefit.  Plus, it's FREE.

Wildlife & Woods Exploration Virtual Series 
For youth in grades 5K-5
 - April 29, May 20

Wildlife & Woods Careers & Competition Virtual Series
For youth in grades 6-13
 - April 27, May 18

Details: Photos can be submitted in color or black and white, and each photo can only be entered in one category. Photos must be taken in the last 12 months and be the work of the member. While basic edits like cropping and minor color or exposure adjustments are fine, heavy photo manipulation and AI-generated images are not..

The Brown County Dairy Promotions Committee is looking for volunteers for our annual Breakfast on the Farm event. This year’s event will be held on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at Tinedale Farms at 2768 Poplar St, Wrightstown, WI. There are multiple volunteer shifts available throughout the weekend of the event. 

Volunteers who are a part of a group/organization are eligible to receive compensation for volunteering their time. Groups and organizations can receive $10/member for each shift worked. For example, if one volunteer works two shifts, the organization they are a part of would receive $20 for that volunteer’s time (2 shifts X $10/shift). Another example, if three volunteers work one shift, the organization would receive $30 for their time (3 shifts X $10/shift). There is not a limit on the amount of funds a group/organization can receive for their time volunteering.

Volunteer sign up is first come first served. We recommend signing up early to guarantee your group can work together at the event. Questions about volunteering? Contact Elizabeth Schwalbach at 920-450-1912 or eschwalb387@gmail.com.

Eastern Workshop
(New Franken, WI)
April 25, 2026 8am-5pm
Register by April 13

A Wisconsin 4-H Shooting Sports Leader may be certified in archery, coordinator, muzzleloader, pistol, rifle and shotgun disciplines. Leaders may only teach in the discipline in which they are certified. An adult leader cannot provide hands-on or safety instruction without a 4-H certified leader supervising the range.

Questions:
Doug Thompson
4-H Shooting Sports Coordinator douglas.thompson@wisc.edu.

Event: State 4-H Dog Obedience, Showmanship, and Rally
Date: September 26 & 27, 2026
Location:  Langlade Co Fairgrounds, Antigo

Event: Dog 4-H Agility Show
Date: October 10, 2026
Location:  Overdale Canine Sports, Spring Valley

Event: WI State 4-H Dog Project - Obedience & Rally Learning Day

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026

Location:  Bark Academy, 2522 Overlook Dr. Wausau, WI 54401

The Wisconsin 4-H PYD program now has an official affiliate partnership with the National 4-H Council Shop 4-H store.

This means 5% of all your purchases made through our unique link will be returned to the Wisconsin 4-H program, directly benefiting our members and programs. It's a simple way to make a big difference!

The 4-H Leaders Association meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6pm. 

All 4-H club members, parents, and leaders are welcome to join!

Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Board Room (Room 131)
Brown County STEM Innovation Center
2019 Technology Way, Green Bay 54311

The Wisconsin Towns Association, in partnership with Rural Mutual Insurance Co. and Scott Construction, Inc., will award a total of ten $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors graduating in 2026 from either a public or private Wisconsin high school who plan to enroll in a Wisconsin public or private college or university in 2026. 

Scholarship recipients will be selected through an independently judged essay contest.  This year’s essay topic is “What strategies can be implemented by local government officials in collaboration with citizens to encourage and maintain civility?"

Students do not need to be residents of towns to be eligible. 
Essay and application must be received by May 22, 2026. 

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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