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Note from our Office
Dear Calumet County 4-H,
October marks the start of a brand-new 4-H year, and that means a fresh chance to set goals, try new things, and make awesome memories with friends. Whether you’re returning to 4-H or joining for the first time, this year is YOUR opportunity to explore projects, grow your skills, and discover just how much you can do.
Think about something you’ve always wanted to try—raising an animal, learning a craft, giving a demonstration, or leading a project. 4-H is the place where you can challenge yourself, celebrate your successes, and have fun along the way.
So dream big, get involved, and let’s make this 4-H year the best one yet!
Reach out to our office — we’re here for you! I can be reached on my work cell at 920-483-0646 or by email at carlea.liermann@wisc.edu.
Sincerely,
Carlea Liermann
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| October 1 - Registration opens for Winter Leadership Camp
October 5 - October 11 - National 4-H Week
Tuesday, October 7 - 6:00-8:00pm - 4-H Project Leader Training at Courthouse, Room 025
Wednesday, October 8 - 6:00-7:00pm - 4-H Week Service Project at Courthouse, Room 017
Wednesday, October 8 - 7:00pm - Leaders Council Board Meeting at Courthouse, Room 025
Thursday, October 9 - 6:00pm - Bingo at Courthouse, Room 025
Saturday, October 11 - Festival of Fun at Courthouse
Sunday, October 12 - 5:00-6:00pm Livestock Skillathon Practice at Courthouse, Room 025
Thursday, October 16 - 6:00pm - Cloverbud Club at Courthouse, Room 017
Thursday, October 16 - 6:00pm - Explorers at Courthouse, Room 015
Wednesday, October 22 - 5:00-6:00pm Livestock Skillathon Practice at Courthouse, Room 025
Saturday, October 25 - 11:00am-1:00pm - Military 4-H Club Meeting at STEM Innovation Center in Green Bay
Sunday, October 26 - 5:00-6:00pm Livestock Skillathon Practice at Courthouse, Room 025
Tuesday, October 28 - 6:00-7:00pm ChickQuest at Brillion Public Library
Friday, October 31 - Deadline for enrollment to receive FREE 4-H shirt!
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4-H Window Display or School Exhibits
Make plans to put up a display this year for National 4-H Week, October 6-12. In fact, you should be able to use your booth from the County Fair for props for the display. Contact the 4-H Office by October 3rd with the location and hours your display is available to the public.
Be sure to include flyers or signs about who to contact for more information about your club. Include an invitation to join you for a meeting! First place $25; second place $20; all other participants $15!
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We need Theme Submissions!
Does your Club have some ideas for the next 4-H theme? These are what we use for the 4-H Club Booths for the next year, along with some other things throughout the year. Please email all theme suggestions to Carlea at carlea.liermann@wisc.edu.
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Can your Club Create the New Flavor?
It's that time, Wisconsin 4-H!
Cedar Crest Ice Cream and the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation have teamed up once again to present the “Cedar Crest Ice Cream 4-H Flavor Creation Contest” for Wisconsin 4-H clubs. All Wisconsin 4-H clubs are eligible to submit their ideas for a new ice cream flavor, along with a flavor description and interesting flavor name. Entries are being accepted now through November 15!
For contest information, rules and the entry form, please visit:
https://cedarcresticecream.com/4H-Flavor-Contest/
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Guiding the Future of 4-H with Your Input!
Our Extension Office and Calumet County 4-H takes time to step back and listen to our members, families, and volunteers. This “Needs Assessment” helps us understand what’s working well, what challenges families may face, and what new opportunities we can create together. Your input ensures that 4-H continues to grow, stay relevant, and provide meaningful experiences for youth and families across our county. By sharing your thoughts, you’re helping shape the future of Calumet County 4-H for the next five years!
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Nominations are due October 9th
Friend of 4-H - Award given each year to a business or an individual (NOT a 4-H leader) that has been a strong supporter of the 4-H program.
Special Leadership Award - Two to three awards are given each year to 4-H volunteers who have made significant contributions to the 4-H program at a club or county level over the course of their 4-H career.
4-H Volunteer of the Year - One award is given per year to a 4-H volunteer who has made significant contributions of time and effort to the 4-H program during the recent year(s). This award is for individuals with less than 10 years of service at the local, county, district, or state level.
Lifetime Volunteer of the Year - One award is given per year to a 4-H volunteer who has made significant contributions of time and effort to the 4-H program during their volunteer career. This award is for individuals with 10 or more years of service at the local, county, district, or state level.
Please nominate individuals with an explanation of why you think they are deserving of the awards by contacting Lori Weber at lori.weber@calumetcounty.org. If you do not know if a volunteer has more than 10 years or less than 10 years of service, please nominate them for both awards and we will place them in the correct category.
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Winter Leadership Camp: Quest Unlocked!
🎮 Winter Leadership Camp: Quest Unlocked! 🚀
📅 January 23–25, 2026
📍 Spencer Lake Camp, Waupaca, WI
Are you ready to level up IRL? Get ready for a weekend packed with adventure, teamwork, and epic leadership challenges. Build new skills, meet awesome friends from across multiple counties, and take on quests that push you to be your best.
✨ Power up your leadership skills
✨ Team up for epic challenges
✨ Unlock your next level of confidence
💡 Registration opens October 1st in 4HOnline
Spots are limited—secure your place before the countdown ends!
💲 Special Deal for Calumet County youth: Thanks to the 4-H Leaders Council, you’ll get $100 off—your cost is only $85, AND transportation is included!
Don’t miss this chance to join the adventure, claim your spot, and unlock your leadership superpowers! 🗝️🔥
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Registration for Fall Forum 2025 is OPEN!
Sign up by Sept. 22nd to save with the early bird discount. Join us Oct. 31st–Nov. 2nd to grow as a leader, build partnerships, and bring new ideas back to your county!
Register here: https://25wi4hfallforum.4honline.com
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Join us for the Project Leader Training on Tuesday, October 7th!
Our goal of this training is to increase the knowledge and confidence of 4-H Project Leader volunteers by sharing project area resources and strategies related to working with youth.
This is a great way to learn more about your role as a volunteer and helping our members learn the skills they will use throughout their life, and help members reach their project area learning goals. If you're interested in attending, please fill out this google form
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Educational Experience Scholarships
Are you planning to sign up for one of the many Educational Experiences that WI 4-H Offers? Make you sure you apply for one of our scholarships as you can receive up to 50% thank you to the Calumet County 4-H Leaders Council. The scholarship application can be found here: Educational Experiences Scholarship Application
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Save the Date - Summer Camp 2026
5 Reasons to Go to Summer Camp!
1. Make New Friends – Camp is the perfect place to meet people from all over and build friendships that last long after camp is over.
2. Try New Things – From campfires to canoeing to creative games, camp gives you the chance to discover activities you might not get to try anywhere else.
3. Be Independent – Camp helps you grow confidence, make choices, and learn how awesome it feels to do things on your own.
4. Enjoy the Outdoors – Step away from screens and soak up fresh air, nature, and adventure.
5. Have a Blast! – Most importantly… camp is FUN! You’ll come home with stories, laughter, and memories you’ll never forget.
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Join the Communications Project!🚀 Want to boost your confidence, sharpen your communication skills, and level up as a leader?
Come hang out with us every 3rd Thursday from 6–7:30 PM at the Calumet County Courthouse! You’ll discover more about yourself, learn how to connect with others, and practice skills that will help you now and in the future.
✨ What’s in store?
Communication Skills – Crush that interview, build an awesome resume, write like a pro, try out graphic design basics, and even practice giving & receiving feedback.
Leadership 101 – What’s your “elevator pitch”? How do you ask questions that spark great conversations? Learn how YOU think and how others do too.
Speaking Contest Prep – This winter we’ll host special sessions to help you pick a topic, prepare, practice, and then rock the stage with your presentation!
👉 Don’t miss out on this chance to grow your skills, make new friends, and have fun while doing it!
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From Egg to Fair: Join the Poultry Project!
Would you like to learn more about the chickens in the Poultry Project?
Come join us to learn more about poultry from planning, to incubating, to hatching then raising for the 2026 Calumet County Fair. This is a FREE program for 4-H members who would like to learn more about selecting a breed of bird, and then raising those birds for showing at the fair. The first initial meeting will take place at the Brillion Public Library!
This program will start in October, and we would like to see who is interested in participating. Please fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/LbAXfzAc7N25gMoF7
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Join Livestock Skillathon & Quiz Bowl! If you are interested in participating and would like the information on practices, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/FvnJYTdKREbJbpX78
As a reminder, participating in the practices and on the team does give you 2 education credits towards the Market Animal Sale. The competition is usually in March or April.
What is a Skillathon & Quiz Bowl?
Livestock Bowl is a quiz competition where all the questions are about beef, sheep, swine, and meat goat topics and students use a buzzer in order to answer the questions. Teams compete in a double elimination format by giving oral answers to questions posed by a moderator.
Skillathon contest is made up of a written quiz and learning stations such as breed identification, feed identification, equipment identification as well as some team activities such as demonstrating evaluation skills.
Competition in Quiz Bowl & Skillathon encourages members to develop a more complete knowledge of animals and related subjects. This contest provides an educational program for all project members, including those who may not own a project animal, and provides a way to develop self-confidence.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out!
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