The 4-H Graduation Ceremony at the Brown County Fair is quickly approaching. To help us finalize arrangements, all graduation-eligible youth or their families must complete the Graduation Intention Survey & Profile by August 1, 2026. You can access the survey using the link sent to your email or by clicking the button below in this e-newsletter. Thank you to everyone who has already submitted their responses.

The new WI 4-H Program Guide is now available for download! 

This guide provides a breakdown of state programs, educational experiences, awards, and scholarships.  Within you can find details including descriptions, grade levels, general dates/locations, and links to more information.

A printed version of the WI 4-H Program Guide will be shared in a family mailer coming out soon, so keep an eye on your mailboxes!

4-H Arts Camp provides youth in grades 6-8 an opportunity to explore different types of art including theater, music, visual arts, dance, and photography while making new friends, developing skills, and enjoying new experiences.  Registration closes August 15.

*Scholarships Available

Want to recognize a 4-H member or volunteer leader for their exceptional efforts?  Or perhaps you would like to acknowledge a community member, business, or organization for their support of the local 4-H program? 

Nominate them! Click the appropriate link below to download the nomination form.

Nominate a Supporting Community Member, Business, or Organization

Nominate a 4-H Member

Nominate a 4-H Leader

Submit completed forms to:

4h@browncountywi.gov or

Brown County 4-H Office
2019 Technology Way, Rm 113
Green Bay, WI 54311

Completed forms must be received by August 31, 2026.  Winners will be determined at the September Leaders Association meeting and will be recognized at the October banquet.

We need your help! Slots are now open for the 2026 Brown County Fair food stand. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year, supporting all of our club programs, events, and youth activities.

📅 Event Details

The food stand is located at the Brown County Fairgrounds. All 4-H members, families, and friends are welcome to participate. Multiple dates and times are currently available for scheduling.

🚀 How to Sign Up

Click the button to view the schedule. Choose any open slot on any shift that fits your availability. Bring your energy and 4-H pride to your shift!

📢 Important Notes & Dates

🙋 Questions?

Please reach out to any of the committee members below for questions or concerns - they are happy to help!

✨Looking forward to a great year and a fun fair!✨

The Wisconsin State Fair has 2 great opportunities: 

Paid Agriculture Staff Positions

Responsibilities may include directing truck, trailer, and fairgoer traffic, supporting draft horse show activities, and assisting with behind-the-scenes setup.

Interested?  Contact Nicole Drager
Email: nicole.drager@wistatefair.com
Phone: 414-588-0142

Discovery Barnyard Volunteer Group

Your group will educate fairgoers about WI agriculture, help staff with interactive exhibits and animal areas, and engage in hands-on learning experiences with the public. 

Volunteer Requirements:

Perks:

Interested? Download application and send completed form to Kari Schoenike at kari.schoenike@wisstatefair.com

Peshtigo National Bank is now accepting applications for its 2026 Fair Project Scholarship Program, supporting youth exhibitors participating in county fairs throughout Marinette, Oconto, Brown, Portage, Marathon, Shawano, and Langlade counties.

Now in its third year, the program recognizes the hard work, responsibility, and commitment required to raise and care for livestock and other animal projects.  During the program's first two years, Peshtigo National Bank awarded more than $10,000 in scholarships annually to youth exhibitors across its service area.

Eligible exhibitors showing livestock, poultry, rabbits, or other animal projects are encouraged to apply.  Scholarship recipients will be selected based on their dedication to their projects and involvement in agriculture.

Applications must be submitted by August 28, 2026.

Overview:

Who's Eligible?

*Only one application is permitted per chapter, club, or organization per year. Must be a U.S.-based organization.

Apply:

Grant Program Requirements:

Don’t wait—submit your application today and partner with YQCA to invest in the next generation of agricultural leaders! Funding is limited and the deadline is July 31, 2026.

YQCA is now accepting application for its 2026-2027 Youth Ag Program Grant, offering individual wards of up to $5,000. 

If you'd like to register for any future activity nights (to ensure adequate supplies), click the button to fill out the short form. 

Please note that due to fair preparations, there will be no August 4-H at YWCA meeting.  The next meeting will be September 8, 2026.

4-H at YWCA is open to youth grades K-12 and is held the second Tuesday of the month 5:30-6:30pm, with at different activity at each meeting.  Prior membership in 4-H or YWCA is not required.  Previous activities included:  screen printing, brush bots, elephant toothpaste, paper rockets, and archery.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Club Leader and 4-H Program Educator, Jon Hill, at 920-391-4653 or jon.hill@wisc.edu.

For both horse events:

September 12, 2026

Wisconsin State 4-H Gymkhana is an annual horse and pony competition for youth in grades 6th– 13th featuring speed pattern racing events including: Cloverleaf Barrels, Flag Race, Plug Race, Pole Bending, LT Special, and Key Races.

This event is a fun and challenging opportunity for 4-H Youth to showcase their skills and connect with other 4-H members from across the state.

September 18-20, 2026

The State 4-H Horse Expo is an annual event for all youth enrolled in the 4-H Horse Program and draws hundreds of youth and horses. Youth participate in a wide variety of educational project and riding competitions focused on horse experience. Horse Judging will also be held at Expo. 

Horse and Pony Show classes include: Draft, Driving, Walk Trot, Saddle Seat, Hunt, Western, Showmanship, and Trail Riding. See the class list for complete show bill.

The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show from PBS invites youth quilters and sewists, ages 15 and under, to enter the annual Kids’ Quilt Challenge.  

Quilts will be displayed during The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, and participants are invited to attend a public awards presentation at the event on Saturday, September 12, 2026.

Entry form and quilt must be received by August 9, 2026.

National 4-H Council has launched the “4-H Class of 2026 Congrat A Grad Board.”  It's fun to already see some Wisconsin 4-H members being recognized on this platform!

Join by sharing a message of congratulations. Whether you've known them for years or just want to cheer them on, every message helps send them off feeling recognized, supported, and Beyond Ready for what's ahead.

To add your Congrats to the board, click the “Add a post” button to share: congratulatory messages, favorite memories, advice for their future journeys, and/or photos and videos from their 4-H experiences.

It's also just really fun to scroll through the lists to see the diversity and remarkability of 4-H members from around the country.

For the second year, we are opening nominations for the Wisconsin 4-H Volunteer Awards!  These statewide awards seek to honor the outstanding volunteers that support and help grow our programs and impacts!  

Do you know anyone that fits any of these categories? 

Nominations are open in 4-H Online and include a short essay with some guided questions.  The applications are open through August 1, 2026, and we encourage everyone to submit a nomination!  A committee will review the applications, and the award recipients will be recognized at Fall Forum in November.  

Event: 4-H Enrollment/Re-Enrollment
Date: September 3, 2026
Details:  The current 4-H enrollment year ends at the end of August and enrollment for the next year begins in September.  To update the system for the new enrollment season, 4-H Online will be taken offline for a short time.  Enrollment/re-enrollment is required for all 4-H members & volunteers.

Here's the estimated timeline:

Event: Dog 4-H Agility Show
Date: October 10, 2026
Location:  Overdale Canine Sports, Spring Valley
Registration: No information yet.

Event: WI State 4-H Dog Project
     Obedience & Rally Learning Day
Date: October 24, 2026
Location:  Bark Academy, 2522 Overlook Dr. Wausau, WI 54401
Registration: No information yet.

Event: Fall Forum
Date: November 6-8, 2026
Location:  Holiday Inn Convention Center, 1001 Amber Ave, Stevens Point, WI 54482
Event Fee: 

Lodging (Friday & Saturday Night):

Registration: September 1-15.

Event: Citizen Washington Focus @ Ignite
Date: March 15-21, 2027
Details:  CWF is a dedicated track at Ignite - the premier experience for teens to discover their sparks to explore and experience civic engagement, citizenship, and gain leadership skills. This is a week-long experience in the nation's capitol where youth can tour national museums, visit the Mall, and experience federal government in action!
Registration:  August 1-27, 2026

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, August 4, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Board Room (Room 131)
Brown County STEM Innovation Center
2019 Technology Way, Green Bay 54311

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. 

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