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Next Meeting - March 11, 2025
We are still in search of a secretary and one member-at-large. Thank you to those who have volunteered already to be on the Executive Board.
Leaders Association Meetings are held at the Eau Claire County Extension Office the 2nd Tuesday of September, November, January, March, May, and June. 6:00 will be a time to hear policy updates, ask the 4-H Educator questions, and brainstorm club ideas. Meetings will start at 6:30pm. PLEASE make every effort to send a representative to these meetings. Attending is how we make connections and learn from each other to bring the best program we can to the young people in our clubs. It connects your local club program to the wider county program and makes you aware of the wider opportunities in 4-H so that you can promote those to your club members.
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Feb 23rd Home & Garden Show:
Your Help Needed!We especially need morning shift help--9:30-12:30. Kid's Day at the Home & Garden Show is sponsored by Eau Claire Energy and they ask 4-H to help staff the activity stations. Activities include making bird houses or a tool box, planting baby mother of thousands, coloring sheets, ring toss, and popsicle stick catapults. Rachel has planned two shifts—9:30-12:30 and 12:30-3:30.
Please click below to sign up to help!
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Youth or Adult Session Leaders Needed!
Please sign up to help lead sessions for the following:
+ April 5 Project Day - (9-noon with 45 minute sessions for K-2 or 3-5th graders) at the Extension Office
+ April 12 Clover University - (9-3:30PM with in-depth learning sessions for 6th graders and up) at Elk Mound High School
If you have questions, please contact Rachel at rachel.hartbrinson@wisc.edu
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First Annual K-5 Project Day
You are invited to share your talents for our first annual K-5 Project Day!
What: An opportunity for our younger 4-H members to try new activities and create projects to take to the county fair.
When & Where: Saturday April 5 from 9am-noon at the Extension office in Altoona.
The Ask: We are looking for adult leaders and older youth to lead hands-on learning sessions for our younger members. This is your time to share your passion and talent with others! Our K through 5th grade participants will have the opportunity to rotate through three 45 minute sessions during the morning. When they register, they will be given options to select sessions. We are hoping to have as many options as possible to showcase all of the experiences 4-H offers. 4-H will cover the cost of all supplies for your project. Are you passionate about art, leatherwork, STEM, recycled projects, cooking, jewelry making, wood-working, legos, plants, or other hands-on projects? Come join us and help us create a memorable day for our younger members!
How to sign-up to be a session leader:
● Email rachel.hartbrinson@wisc.edu with the subject “Project Day Leader”
● Let us know what type of project you would like to lead by February 7
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Opportunities in Ceramics
Introduction to Ceramics
We want to thank Whispering Pines Ceramics for offering these two opportunities as we'll as their continued support they give to Eau Claire County 4-H!
The first opportunity that Whispering Pines Ceramics is offering is an “Introduction to Ceramics” class. (This is for the preformed ceramics.) The participant will learn how to clean greenware. Whispering Pines Ceramics will fire the greenware. The participant will paint their project for the fair.
The project will be a small item, it will take about 2 classes to complete the project and the cost will be $5.00 per individual
This activity can be completed as a club activity or an individual activity. If you or your club are interested in this opportunity please reach out to Vickie Nimmo, Whispering Pines Ceramics to learn more. nimmokvj@outlook.com
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Empty Bowls
The second opportunity Whispering Pines is offering is in great honor of a woman who committed her time to community service and doing great by others. We are excited to announce a grant opportunity. The Family of Jean Hince wants to provide an opportunity for the youth of our community to learn a project that she held so dear to her heart. Jean spent many days in the Ceramic Shop making ceramic projects for donations to Empty Bowls.
Jean’s Family wants the 4-H youth to be able to learn and do projects that she loved so much.
This grant will allow any youth within the 4-H project to complete a glazed bowl for donation to 2025/2026 Feed My People – Empty Bowls event at no cost for the project. This project is open to individual youth or clubs to participate in. The project process can be the full process of Cleaning to Glazing or the process can be simplified.
If you or your club are interested in this opportunity please reach out to Vickie Nimmo, Whispering Pines Ceramics to learn more. nimmokvj@outlook.com
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Registration Information
The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation will award more than $20,000 in scholarships to outstanding Wisconsin 4-H members and alumni pursuing higher education in 2025.
Wisconsin 4-H Foundation scholarships are awarded to students based on demonstrated personal growth through 4-H, development and leadership in 4-H, academic performance and future educational goals.
To be eligible for Wisconsin 4-H Foundation scholarships students must have been a Wisconsin 4-H member for at least three years; should have a grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, and be enrolled or planning to enroll at a university, college or technical school during the 2025-2026 academic school year. Scholarship winners from previous years are not eligible to receive a second 4-H Foundation scholarship.
Click the button below for the website and Scholarship Application. Résumé/cover letter must be received by the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation postmarked on or before March 1, 2025. Applications postmarked after March 1, 2025, as well as any emailed applications, will not be considered. We encourage you to apply early.
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Treasurer Training
Eau Claire County 4-H would like to hold a treasurer training for all club treasurers along with a parent or club leader. This will help support the youth in their leadership role and ensure financial policies are being followed. It should also help make filling out the Annual Financial Report EASY this summer.
Please fill out your availability on the button below by 11:59 PM February 23. If you are not sure if your club leader filled it out for you, fill it out as a youth treasurer.
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Foods Project Meeting
Join us for an Eau Claire 4-H Foods Project Meeting registration.
We will meet March 2 from 2:00-3:30PM at the Extension Office in Altoona (227 First Street W, Altoona, WI 54720).
Come learn about Foods and Nutrition. We'll cover menu planning, make and eat some veggie and fruit dips, and learn about following recipes and measuring correctly. We will also promote the Foods Revue.
This is an opportunity geared toward K-8th graders. Older youth are welcome to participate in the sessions or to be an older youth leader for the meeting. Please contact Rachel Hart-Brinson rachel.hartbrinson@wisc.edu if someone you know would like to be a youth leader.
Register by clicking the button below.
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4-H Project Curriculum Library
We have many resources available for most project areas. Click the green button below for a list of what we have on hand to loan out. It's a great way to get more informaiton and ideas on your projects.
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Recycling at the Extension Office
Help out the Eau Claire Clovers with a recycling project!
They are collecting film plastics such as grocery bags that will be turned into a bench (please see the list above). The goal is to get 83 lbs a month in order to make a bench in a year.
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2025 Tri-County Performing Arts Festival
The 2025 Tri-County Performing Arts Festival is more than a competition—it's a chance for 4-H youth to develop life skills, express their passions, and build confidence. Scheduled for March 1, 2025, at Elk Mound High School, the event is open to all 4-H members, including Cloverbuds. Registration starts at 9:00am, with the performance and award program times depending on the number of participants.
The festival features various music and drama categories, allowing participants to showcase their talents in vocal, instrumental, dance, and novelty performances, as well as dramas, mini-dramas, skits, and more. Each performance helps youth build confidence and express themselves creatively.
Participants will receive critiques and recognition, with ribbons and certificates awarded to all. Special awards will be given for outstanding achievements in various categories, celebrating each participant's unique talents and efforts.
This festival not only helps youth develop important skills but also fosters a sense of community and enthusiasm within the 4-H program. Volunteers are welcome to help ensure a supportive and encouraging environment for all participants.
Entries must be submitted by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, February 20, 2025. Registration is ONLY available through Google Forms (click the green button below) and each entry must complete the form.
We need volunteers! Help make the festival a success by serving as a room host, door monitor, or floater. Know someone who’d be perfect for the job? Contact Rachel Hart-Brinson today at rachel.hartbrinson@wisc.edu
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Career Quest
Our Chippewa County 4-H neighbors have invited Eau Claire County youth to participate in this program.
Calling all 5th-8th Graders! Join Chippewa County 4-H Youth Development on Thursday, March 13, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm for a full day of career exploration! Learn from law enforcement officers, county workers, and unleash your artistic talents, plus much more!
Register below with the green button. This program is open to 30 youth, including both non-members and 4-H members. The cost of this program is $25. Which will cover lunch, supplies and activities. Financial assistance is available to cover the cost of the program.
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| Statewide 4-H Opportunities
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Art Beat 2025
March 15-16, 2025
Upham Woods Outdoor Learnng Center
$125 for Youth Members (Tiered pricing $100-145). $75 for AdultVolunteers
Registration will be open January 20-February 17, or until the camp fills.
What is 4-H ArtBEAT!?
+ Introduction to Wisconsin 4-H Expressive Arts & Camp/Overnight Experiences
+ 4-H Members grades 3-5, parents and leaders
+ Try different types of art (visual arts, drama, music, STEM) led by adult volunteers
+ Experience camp and stay in cabins with high school counselors
Youth participants will rotate through a variety of hands-on sessions held at various sites throughout camp, including outdoors (be sure to dress accordingly).
Camp check-in will start at 9 AM on Saturday, March 15. The program will end with a brief showcase at 1:45 PM on Sunday, March 16. Departure will be at 2:30 PM on Sunday.
Click the button below for complete details.
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Resources from Wildlife WHEP Wisconsin 4-H & Wisconsin 4-H Forestry
Please click the button below for resources from Wildlife WHEP Wisconsin 4-H & Wisconsin 4-H Forestry, which includes the February TRACKS Newsletter, the 2025 Art and Forestry Contests, and study guides. (Be sure to scroll downa bit.)
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2024-25 Wisconsin 4-H Program &
Educational Experiences Booklet
The state 4-H office has just released the coming year's Educational Experiences booklet. This year’s booklet is full of exciting opportunities for 4-H families, members, and volunteers at the state level. These state programs offer valuable educational experiences that help youth develop lifelong skills and form lasting friendships.
Please know that our county Leaders Association offers scholarships to help your family afford the cost of participation in these opportunities. To participate, you need to complete a record book and participate in the interview process. If you didn't turn in your record book in September, there is another opportunity in January.
Please contact Rachel in the Extension Office with questions about the experiences or how to pay for them.
Check it out below!
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| EAU CLAIRE COUNTY LIVESTOCK
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Livestock Project Meetings
If you intend on selling an animal in the aucton at the Eau Clare County Fair, you need to participate in the Livestock Project Meetings.
Here are some important upcoming dates:
February 27: Livestock Meeting at the PV Community Center, 7 PM
April 1, 2025: YQCA is due
April 12, 2025: 8-10 am Goat & Sheep weigh-in Eau Claire County Expo Center.
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Non-Discrimination Statements:
An EEO/AA employer, University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements.
Como empleador que brinda igualdad de oportunidades en el empleo y acción afirmativa (EEO/AA, por sus siglas en inglés), la University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension, proporciona igualdad de oportunidades en el empleo y en sus programas, incluyendo los requisitos del Título VI, Título IX, la ley federal para personas con discapacidades en los Estados Unidos (ADA, por sus siglas en inglés) y los requisitos de la Section 504 del Rehabilitation Act.
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