Join Us for 4‑H Summer Camp!
Iowa, Portage, and Waupaca Counties are excited to host 4‑H Summer Camp at Upham Woods in Wisconsin Dells from June 15–17, 2026! Youth will enjoy three days of adventure, learning, and outdoor fun. Camp cost is $175 per youth, and registration is now open.
New for 2026: The Iowa County 4‑H Leaders Association will reimburse families up to $50 per camper after camp. To qualify, campers simply attend, complete a short post‑camp form, and answer three reflection questions.
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Iowa County 4-H Attendance Policy |
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All Iowa County 4-H members must participate in at least four (4) 4-H events or meetings by their club’s June meeting date in order to be considered a member in good standing with 4-H. A member in good standing has the opportunity to show at the Iowa County Fair that year.
Attendance may include:
Monthly club meetings (in-person or virtual)
County-wide 4-H events or workshops
4-H community service activities
4-H fundraisers or educational opportunities
Club or county-level leadership activities
Other determined at the club leader’s discretion
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Iowa County 4-H Volunteer Thank You |
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National Volunteer Week is coming up in April, and we want to take this opportunity to celebrate the incredible volunteers who make our 4‑H program strong. From club leaders and project leaders to event helpers and community partners, so many people generously give their time and talents to support youth in our county.
We invite you to help us recognize these outstanding individuals by submitting a nomination. If there is a volunteer who has made a positive impact on you, your child, or your club, please take a moment to share your appreciation.
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4-H World Foods Adventure |
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Travel the globe through taste as youth and families explore kid‑friendly recipes from countries like Mexico, Italy, and Japan. Each month, participants pick a featured recipe, make it at home, and bring their dish to share at our fun, family‑friendly gathering. Ready to explore new flavors together?
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Iowa County 4‑H is excited to launch a monthly LEGO League!
Youth are invited to explore creativity, engineering, and problem‑solving through hands‑on LEGO activities in a fun, supportive environment. This program is open to all skill levels. All we ask is you just bring your imagination!
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Youth in grades K–12 are invited to take part in the America 250 Art & Innovation Contest!
Participants can submit their entries online by Monday, June 1st. This is a great opportunity for young creators to showcase their skills and celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.
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Wisconsin 4-H Apparel Store |
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The WI 4 H Apparel Store is OPEN!
Show your 4 H pride and support a great cause! Proceeds from this fundraiser benefit the Wisconsin Association of Extension 4 H Youth Development Professionals (WAE4-HYDP).
Store open now through April 15
Youth & adult sizes available
Ship to your home or save on shipping by selecting county Extension office pickup (available at the end of May)
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Iowa County Shooting Sports |
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Regional animal science educational opportunities are available to Wisconsin 4-H members. Specifically, Area Animal Science Days is a series of day-long events held around the state in June where youth in the beef, dairy, horse, sheep, and swine projects increase their decision-making skills and knowledge of animals through judging and grading experiences. Events include dairy cattle evaluation; livestock (beef, sheep, swine, & meat goats) evaluation; oral reasons contests for senior members; and dairy showmanship contests . In addition, each site may offer a variety of workshops like poster and photography contests or horse judging activities.
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Sharing on behalf of our friends at Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences and the Dairy Innovation Hub - questions about this great upcoming activity are best directed to: Megan Lauber directly at (262) 902-3156 or badgerdairycamp@ansci@wisc.edu. This would be a great opportunity for dairy project members!
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During this Career and College Readiness experience, June 14-18 on the UW–Madison campus, young people from across the state will be empowered on their quest to get beyond ready for life and for work. Summer Academy helps youth explore career and hobby pathways hands-on in various fields like agriculture, STEM, leadership, arts and more!
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Having your work judged is a great way to build your skills as a photographer. You will engage in taking better pictures, evaluating your work based on what makes a good photo, set goals for future photos, and reflect on comments that can help you improve for next time. It is also a good way to practice for the fair. If you are in the photography project it is a good idea to have your work evaluated.
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| April, 23-27 | Space Camp | | April, 27 | Mandatory 4-H Leaders Meeting, HHS Building Dodgeville, WI | | June, 1 | Iowa County Fair Entry Opens | | June, 14-18 | Summer Academy, Madison, WI | | June, 15-17 | 4-H Summer Camp, Upham Woods, WI Dells | | June, 19 | Area Animal Science Days, Grant County | | June, 19-28 | American Spirit East, East Coast | | June, 30 | Area Animal Science Days, Clark County | | July, 3-12 | American Spirit East, East Coast | | July, 16 | Cloverbud Day, HHS Building, Dodgeville, WI |
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Feedback, questions or accessibility issues: info@extension.wisc.edu | © 2023 The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities or limitations should be made prior to the date of the program or activity for which it is needed. Please do so as early as possible prior to the program or activity so that proper arrangements can be made. Requests are kept confidential.
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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