Submit nominations now for the “I Dare You!" National Leadership Award and the Key Award!  These are great opportunities to honor extraordinary young people. 

"I Dare You" National Leadership Award:  This award recognizes youth in 9th, 10th, or 11th grade who strive to be their personal best and make a positive difference in their schools, youth groups, 4-H clubs, and communities.  Nominations for this award must come from a 4-H Leader. Award recipients receive a personalized award certificate, a copy of I Dare You!, William H. Danforth’s classic motivational book, and an invitation to join other young leaders at the National Leadership Conference.

Brown County Key Award:  The youth receiving this award are those who are in grades 9-13 and have have demonstrated consistent growth in their 4-H involvement, developed and applied their leadership skills, and actively participated in their club and community.
 For this award, youth may self-nominate or be nominated by an adult or older youth. After nominations are complete, nominees will be contacted to submit an application and essay (due by June 1, 2026). Award winners will receive a certificate and pin from the State 4-H Office, and qualify to apply to for the Top 10 State Key Award. 

Submissions:  submit completed form(s) via email at 4h@browncountywi.gov or mail to the 4-H office at Extension Brown County, 2019 Technology Way, Rm 113, Green Bay, WI 54311. You may also drop off the completed form(s) at the office during open hours (Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5pm, Friday 7:30-11:30am).

Deadline: May 16, 2026

📝 Nomination Forms (with details on award requirements):

Imagine it’s the year 2076—America’s 300th birthday. What role do young people play? What does it look like when youth are truly heard, leading, and making change?

We want your vision.

Using AI, illustrate what you envision youth empowerment will look like 50 years (2076) from now. 

Contest Objectives:

Definition of Youth Empowerment:

4-H Youth Development empowers young people to use their voice while working in partnership with adults to positively impact their communities.  Youth Empowerment is where youth practice leadership skills while exploring important issues in their communities and making informed decisions with adults. Youth empowerment is all about using your voice, building leadership skills, and making a difference; right now and into the future. It’s young people working alongside adults to create positive change in their communities.

Think big. Think bold. Think about the future YOU.

Ask yourself:

Contest Entry Guidelines

Contest Submission Deadline:  June 5, 2026

Contest Awards: $250 worth of gift card prizes. Five $50.00 gift card prizes will be disbursed to contest winners.

AI use is optional. This contest offers a safe, creative opportunity for youth who already use AI tools to explore ideas and artistic expression. The focus remains on youth voice, critical thinking, and responsible decision‑making. 

Area Animal Science Days (AASD) provide Wisconsin youth with hands-on, educational competitions in animal evaluation, covering species such as beef, dairy, horse, sheep, and swine. The statewide tradition strengthens skills in decision-making and offers opportunities for top participants to advance to higher-level contests.

June 19, 2026 - Grant County
Grant County Fairgrounds
916 East Elm Street (County Road A)
Lancaster, Wisconsin 53813

Events Offered:

June 30, 2026 - Clark County
1121 E Division St
Neillsville, WI 54456

Events Offered

Denmark Red Lightning invites fellow 4-H'ers to an exclusive ticket special for the Green Bay Blizzards.  2 Tickets for $20!  Game is May 29, 20206 7pm (Dairy Night).

Registration is open for the 4-H All Star Shootout 
Brown County 4-H members are welcome!
Register by:  April 30 , 2026 (same day registrations are allowed)
Ranges will be open:  May 8, 2026 4-9pm & May 9, 2026 8am-4pm
Questions:
     Doug Clark 715-851-0156
     Troy Edwards 715-304-6191 or troy.edwards@marion-mustangs.org

Disciplines for Qualifying for 4-H National Invitational

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.

35th Annual WI 4-H Hunt and Dressage Horse Show

This event is open to all youth enrolled in the Wisconsin 4-H Horse Program in grades 6-13. You must be registered to attend the event.

June 26-28, 2026
Sheboygan County Fairgrounds, Plymouth, WI

The 4-H Hunt and Dressage Show is a 3-day event featuring a dressage clinic and show, over fences clinic and show, and flat and pleasure classes. You can also audit and learn at the clinics without your horse. For information on all of the classes and clinics, please see the Hunt and Dressage event information listed in the WI 4-H Horse Association Handbook.

Questions: Kristin Tetschlag at 920-980-5919 or tetsch5@att.net or Juliann Tetschlag at 920-627-8447 or j.tetschlag@yahoo.com.

Register by June 1, 2026.

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. The content is 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
 - May 20

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

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.

Questions about volunteering?
Contact Elizabeth Schwalbach at 920-450-1912 or eschwalb387@gmail.com.

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!

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, June 2, 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. 

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. 

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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