Cloverly Greetings, Chippewa County 4-H!
As we move forward together, I recognize that meeting individually with everyone may not be feasible in the coming months, but I truly value your insights and suggestions regarding the direction of the 4-H Program. In this new chapter, I hope to learn more about how I can best support you, your club, and project interest in Chippewa County. Please take a moment to complete the vision survey as these results will guide us in moving the program forward.
We have exciting programs on the horizon, including Clover U, Movie Night, Super Saturday, Performance Arts Festival, Camp and of course preparations for the Northern Wisconsin State Fair. I look forward to meeting new faces and witnessing the incredible work our members have accomplished over the years.
Please feel free to reach out via email at: jordan.blue@wisc.edu or giving the office a call at: 715-726-7950 (Special Note: I may be out in the community providing programing, however, I’ll be sure to return your message as soon as I can.)
Jordan Blue, Chippewa County 4-H Educator
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Exciting news! The Quality Meat Club is making a return in 2024! Club members will have the chance to engage in real-world learning experiences, enhance and expand the offerings of the quality meats club, and deepen their understanding of the agriculture industry. If you're interested in finding out more or taking on a role as a youth/adult leader, kindly take a moment to fill out the form with your youth member.
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Wisconsin 4-H Foundation Scholarships
Luarta & Mike Soden Scholarship Opportunity
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We are excited to share that Chippewa County 4-H Youth are eligible for Wisconsin 4-H Foundation Scholarships. The foundation will award more than $20,000 in scholarships to outstand Wisconsin 4-H members and alumni pursuing higher education in 2024. To be considered for financial support, applications will be accepted starting December 15th , 2023, and must be received by the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation via email by Friday, March 1st, 2024, at 5:00pm. For more information, visit: https://wis4hfoundation.org/scholarships/
In addition, Luarta and Mike Soden have graciously established an endowment with the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation, which allows for one Chippewa County member or alumni to receive a scholarship that they can use for their post-secondary education.
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Karin Anne Seckora Memorial Scholarship
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Karin’s scholarship is open to any student who will be graduating from the Chippewa County 4-H Program this summer and will be attending a technical school, college, or university in the fall of this year. All areas of study will be considered for review. A minimal grade point average of 2.25 is required to apply of the $300 scholarship.
Applicants should be adventuresome, ambitious, loyal and fun loving. Applicants are also preferred to have a willingness to reach out to others in need, respect all forms of life, and show an avid interest in animals, plants, arts, crafts, music, and dance. Please contact Jordan at jordan.blue@wisc.edu for a copy of the scholarship materials.
Deadline: April 15th, 2024
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Forest Committee Scholarship
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Scholarships will be awarded to 4-H members graduating from 4-H. Applicants must have been enrolled in 4-H for at least three (3) years. Scholarships will be available during the 2nd semester of the 1st year of post-secondary education. Proof of enrollment in any short-course or second semester is necessary during their second semester. Applicants can earn the scholarship one (1) time. The 4-H Forest Committee has the final decision on all applications. The scholarship materials will be available soon!
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Upcoming: Events, Programs & Activities |
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Chippewa County 4-H Culvers Night
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Please join us on March 5th from 4-7pm at the Culvers of Chippewa Falls - Lake Hallie (2573 Commercial Blvd, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729). 10% of all funds raised will support the programming of the Chippewa County 4-H Program!
If you are interested in volunteering at the event, please sign up here to volunteer:
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Super Saturday is a new program that will be taking place of Clover College. Youth grades Kindergarten-5th are invited to join in a morning full of fun, and engaging project learning sessions. More information will be coming soon! If you are interested in sharing your talents, please reach out to Jordan Blue at jordan.blue@wisc.edu
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Livestock Nutrition Program
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Back by popular demand, we will be offering the Livestock Nutrition class at Auburn Seed and Feed thanks to our friends at Big Gain! Special thanks to Kristi Gotham, the Duncan Creek 4-H Club and the Quality Meat Club for hosting this educational experience. This program will allow youth to learn about nutrition, different types of feed beef, sheep and swine.
Please RSVP for this program by Monday, February 26th. Please plan on dressing accordingly for the weather as the program will be held in a shed. Questions? Feel free to reach out to Kristi at kristigotham@gmail.com
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Chippewa County 4-H Free Movie Night
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Join us on March 3rd, 2024, at 4:00pm for a free showing of Migration located at the Stanley Movie Theater. All Chippewa County 4-H families are invited to attend to meet and mingle with other 4-H families and meet our 4-H Program Educator! Wear your 4-H Swag! Event Sponsored by the Chippewa County 4-H Leaders Association
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Muzzle Loading Statewide Workshop
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4-H Youth and Parents will have the chance to learn about traditional and modern muzzle loading rifle and pistol shooting. The workshop will occur on April 20th at 9 am at the Bloomer Rod & Gun Club, 17821 60th St, Bloomer, WI 54724. Shooter must be at least the age of 12. Workshop fee is $25. Equipment will be provided.
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The much-anticipated event, Clover University, or "Clover U," is just around the corner taking place on April 6th, 2024, at Elk Mound High School (405 University St, Elk Mound, WI 54739). Clover U is a day filled with enriching learning opportunities for youth ranging from 6th to 13th grade. Participants will have the chance to explore new projects and build connections with fellow youth from Area 6, which includes the Chippewa, Dunn, and Eau Claire 4-H Programs. For any inquiries, don't hesitate to reach out to your county 4-H Program Educator.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are looking for help with our 2024 Clover U. We are hoping to offer 10-12 unique sessions on Saturday, April 6th. We are looking for volunteers to lead a session and certified volunteers to help supervise the youth. Use this form to let us know your interest in helping out and your County 4-H Educator will contact you.
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4-H Camp will be held at the WI Farmers Union Kamp Kenwood. Please save the following dates:
June 16-17: One Night Overnight (Youth currently in 2nd & 3rd grade)
June 17: Day Camp from 7:30 AM to 5 PM
June 17-20: Overnight Camp (youth currently in grades 3-7) starting at 5:30 PM
Camp registration will be open on March 1st in 4-H Online for all currently enrolled 4-H youth. Community Participants can register after April 1st.
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Club Leaders! Our 4-H On Air Schedule is looking a little empty! Please take a moment and look at the available dates. If you have any questions, please let the office know!
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March 16, 2024; Camp Upham Woods, Wisconsin Dells, WI
2024 Cost: Registration for youth grades 3-5 is $60. Additional youth family members (grades 3-5) may attend at a discounted rate of $45. Adult registration is $30 to cover meals and Upham day rates.
4-H ArtBEAT!
is the introductory program for Wisconsin 4-H expressive arts and was created for 4-H members in grades 3-5, their parents and leaders. ArtBEAT! provides an opportunity for youth and their parents to experience different art forms in a camping environment at the Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center in Wisconsin Dells. ArtBEAT! Track leaders are older 4-H Youth, 4-H Adult Leaders, and staff. The event offers a taste of several arts projects including music, visual arts, communication, and more!
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Hosted by Wisconsin 4-H and Community Youth Development of UW-Madison Extension.
Join us on the UW-Madison Campus for the new Summer Academy, June 24-27, 2024. This new Positive Youth Development program will help you discover pathways to your future. Signup to learn what it takes to have a career, or a hobby in several SPARK areas including agriculture, STEM, service, leadership, arts, trades, and many more. There will be fun opportunities to build networks and friendships with folks from all over the state of WI.
The schedule for 2024 Summer Academy will be available soon.
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