So many exciting opportunities for members this fall!
So many exciting opportunities for members this fall!
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4-H Friday Newsletter - Friday, October 3, 2025

Extension Office Move UPDATE

The UW–Madison Division of Extension Fond du Lac County office will be relocating to the Fond du Lac County Government Center, 160 S. Macy Street, second floor.
Please note: The Extension office will be closed and office staff and educators will be working remotely October 27–31 as we move to the new location. During the first weeks in November, we will be working to unpack and and get things in place so responses may take longer than usual. If you need any assistance from the staff, please work with them prior to the move. The best way to contact them will be via email. Thank you for your patience as we make this transition.
Our new office will be fully open and ready to welcome you on December 1. An Open House will also be held at the end of November so you can stop in and see the new space—watch for more details soon!
**Programming will remain as scheduled at the Fond du Lac County Campus (FCC). Lego Club will still meet in Room 205/206 at FCC on October 28 at 6:30 pm.
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Teen Leaders Association

Youth visited Fondy Sports Park in September. At the September meeting, youth officers were elected. Congratulations to the newly elected TLA officer team.

President - Tim Kraus
Vice President - Alyssa Mullowney
Treasurer - Bryce Hintz
Secretary - Christina Kraus
Attendance Taker - Nikita Ladwig
Historian/Reporter - Lilli Costello
The historian/reporter position will need to be added to the TLA Bylaws. The officers will be installed at the October TLA Meeting
Members volunteered to be flag presenters for the October 14th County Board Meeting. They need to be there by 5:45 pm in the Chambers at the city/county building. Wear 4-H shirts. (3-5 volunteers needed.) Meeting starts at 6 pm. Presenters do not have to stay for meeting.
The Cloverbud Pumpkin Contest is October 18th,10 am - 12 pm at FCC. The TLA members will need to be there by 9:30 am. The TLA members will be bringing a bag lunch to have a picnic lunch after the contest. Afterwards they will be going to Kelley's Farmstead.
TLA members will be helping at Officer Training on Saturday, November 8th.
The Oct. 27 TLA Meeting will have Fall, Orange, and Halloween-themed food for a dish to pass. Sign up here. The teens can come in costume and bring decorated pumpkins to the meeting. There will be prizes for the costumes and pumpkins.

Conservation Poster Contest

The Fond du Lac County Land and Water Conservation Committee offers an opportunity for students to share their conservation thoughts through their artwork.  Whether in an urban setting or a rural landscape, conservation has many pictures. The Conservation & Environmental Awareness Poster Contest is open to all Fond du Lac County students in grades K-12 and can be used to develop students' awareness of Wisconsin's natural resources. This year's theme is "Soil. Where it all Begins."
Submissions must be received by December 15, 2025.
For more information regarding the Local Contest, contact Amber at (920) 979-0164 or email: amber.cannon@fdlco.wi.gov
2026 Poster Contest Rules and Entry Form (pdf) 

Tri-County Science Expedition Registration Now Open!

Wednesday, November 5
7:30 AM–5:30 PM
 UW–Madison Campus
Youth in grades 6 and up will explore cutting-edge science through hands-on labs and interactive sessions—transportation provided. Space is limited to 20 youth from each county and 2 adult chaperones. Youth and adult participants will need to bring a bagged lunch. Members who need an absence note for school can contact Tracy.

Statewide Service Project for National 4-H Week

Join us to “pledge our hands to larger service!” Clubs are encouraged to participate in a community service project during (or around) National 4-H Week – October 5-11. Let’s make a big impact on our local communities and live the 4-H Pledge!
Register your service project
New for 2025 - the Wisconsin 4-H Leadership Council has secured grant funding to help support these service projects! Would your club’s project also benefit from a little extra funding? The grant funding is providing $50 gift cards for 100 clubs or groups carrying out a project! The gift cards will be given away in a drawing - you can sign up your club for the drawing in the link above.

4-H Day with the Wisconsin Herd

4-H Day with the Wisconsin Herd is taking place again this year! The first 1000 youth in attendance receive a FREE Herd Jersey, and those who attend for 4-H Day can participate in the Pre-Game watch sitting courtside, receive autographs, and also participate in the High Five Tunnel with the Herd Players during the player announcing at the start of the game. Tickets for the game can be purchased here.

Fondy FallToberFest 2025

Pumpkin growing at Fondy FallToberFest and the Great Pumpkin Weigh Off isn't only for the professionals. Kids 17 and under can enter our Youth Pumpkin Growing Competition for their chance to win a $100 top prize and an honorary membership to the Wisconsin Giant Pumpkin Growers Association.

2025 National 4-H Week is October 5th- 11th: Beyond Ready

Key participation dates: 
Sunday, October 5- GooseChase Begins
Monday, October 6 - Beyond Ready: Go Green
On Monday of National 4-H Week, Go GREEN and show your 4-H spirit! Youth, professionals, volunteers, alumni, and supporters across the country are encouraged to wear green—hats, clothing, face paint—anything goes. Let’s paint the nation GREEN! Share your “Go Green” moments on social media. Tag Wisconsin 4-H and Extension Washington County, and use: #4HBeyondReady #National4HWeek
Wednesday, October 8- 4-H Fall Kick-Off 
October 9 – Beyond Ready: 4-H For Good
On Thursday of National 4-H Week, help shine a light on all the good 4-H’ers are doing to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond. Celebrate by sharing your own story or highlighting the efforts of another 4-H’er, volunteer, or educator who is making a difference. Post your “4-H For Good” story on social media. Tag Wisconsin 4-H and Extension Washington County, and use: #4HBeyondReady #National4HWeek

4-H Re-enrollment is OPEN!

We would love to see you participate in the Fond du Lac County 4-H program. The Fond du Lac County deadline for returning members is Friday, October 31 at 11:59 pm. Enroll as soon as possible so you don't miss out on any opportunities!
Upcoming Events written in white with a green background and a clipart calendar that is white and green.

October: 

RSVP for County Achievement Banquet by Oct 3 

National 4-H Week- Oct 5-11
4-H Fall Kick Off- Oct 8, 6-8 pm, FdL County Campus
Cloverbud Pumpkin Contest - Oct 18, 10 am, FdL County Campus
Fond du Lac County 4-H Achievement Program - Oct 19, 12 pm, Holy Family Church in Fond du Lac
Teen Leaders Association (TLA) - Oct 27, 6:45 pm, Rolling Meadows
LEGO Club - Oct 28, 6:30 pm, FdL County Campus
4-H Re-Enrollment Deadline- Oct 31
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