Next Meeting-March 12, 2024
The next Leaders Association meeting will be Tuesday, March 12. PLEASE make every effort to come to these meetings. It is how we make connections and learn from each other to bring the best programs we can to the young people in our clubs. It connects your local club program to the wider recognition program and opportunities in 4-H.
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Grow Green Volunteer Training
Volunteers may remember participating in VIP (Volunteers in Preparation) as part of the volunteer authorization process. We are now shifting to a new version of orientation called “Grow Green.” This is a new, interactive orientation that is available online or available in a paper format to be read offline. It is designed to be taken whenever convenient for new volunteers. If you took VIP, you do not need to take Grow Green although you are welcome to take it if you would like to do so.
A little bit more about Grow Green:
+ Offered online. Click on the button below. Then ckick on the green “Start the Training” button to begin
+ Two short, interactive modules – one module is an introduction to volunteering in Extension and Wisconsin 4-H, and a second module that is geared towards a specific volunteer role. Combined, this orientation should take around 45 minutes to complete
+ Lots of practical tips – in the training modules, new volunteers will learn about some of the 4-H guiding principles (Essential Elements, Life Skills Development, Ages & Stages of Youth) and gain some really practical tips to use as a volunteer.
+ Start and stop at your leisure – if you start the training and need to step away, you can come back to the website using the same device you started with and it will pick up where you left off (for up to two weeks).
Thank you to our volunteers for mentoring and supporting the youth in 4-H!
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4-H Summer Intern
We are hiring a 4-H summer intern. The intern will help develop, advertise, and deliver programming to young people in Eau Claire County. Work with young people and adult volunteers. Improve your leadership skills. You must be available June 5-9 for 4-H camp and July 21-28 for the Eau Claire County Fair.
$15.65/hour
Start date flexible, but no later than June 1. End date flexible.
Apply by February 15.
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Shooting Sports
Practice is Tuesdays at Banbury Place, Door #17. There is an early session (5:45-6:40) and a late session (6:45-7:40) scheduled at this time. This may be condensed if numbers are low.
Air Rifle: January 16-March 5
Archery: March 12-April 23
Questions? Contact
Jon Dorn: jon@dornconstructionllc.com or 715-577-6605
Darren Schlewitz: schlaysows@wwt.net 715-456-6117
Jessica Zeman: jzeman@charter.net 715-205-3979
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4-H Foods Night
February 20 at 5:30 PM at the Eau Claire County Extension office, 227 1st Street W, Altoona.
All ages welcome. We will make smoothies, craft fancy garnishes, learn how to make a menu, and hear about the Foods Revue.
We will enjoy a meal of soup, dips, veggies, and smoothies together at 6:30, following the program.
Register by clicking the button below. Please fill out the form for each child who will attend.
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Tri-County Performing Arts FestivalRegistration Now Open!
When? February 24, 2024
Where? Elk Mound High School
What? Individual, duet, small group, and large group options are available for Drama and Music performances. This is a great way to build connections within your club.
Check out the rules by clicking the Festival Rules button below.
Register by clicking the Festival Registration button below.
Registrations Due February 11
If you have questions about performance options, please contact your 4-H Educator. (Note: The Speaking Festival was held in November so there are no speaking-only opportunities.)
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Volunteers Needed for the Youth Zone at the Home & Garden Show-February 18
Eau Claire Energy has asked 4-H to help lead activities at the Youth Zone at the Eau Claire Home and Garden Show, February 18. You would help lead youth-centered activities.
Activities: Ring toss, planting seeds, pine cone bird feeders, and building bird houses.
Shifts are from 10-1 & 1-4 or whenever you can make it!
Sign up by clicking the button below!
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Sewing Workshops
March 2-- About Your Pattern – 5:00-6:00 at the Extension Office, 227 First Street W, Altoona
Purchase your pattern in the correct size (or bring one you already own). We will talk about how to understand the information on the back. And, we'll trace our pattern pieces so that you can use a new size in the future. Tracing supplies will be provided.
March 12 & April 9-- Sew Your Skirt or Shorts/Pants – 5:00-8:00 at Sew Complete, 1408 South Hastings Way, Eau Claire
Bring your washed & dried fabric & traced pattern
Snacks will be provided
We will cut out the pattern and start sewing
Sign up for one, two, or all three of the workshops.
Register by clicking below.
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| Foods Revue-Clothing Revue:
Save the Dates!
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YQCA
Registration will be in the YQCA website. More details to come via e-mail to the Livestock Project members.
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"Ketching" Up With Tomatoes
Registration is now open and will close on February 15 for 'Ketching' Up With Tomatoes. All lessons are via Zoom.The planned Zooms are as follows:
Thursday, April 11: 6-7 PM
Thursday, May 2: 6-7 PM
Thursday, May 16: 6-7 PM
If you're interested in gardening and, in particular, tomatoes, then this is the class for you!
You can register by clicking the tomato below or by using the QR code.
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JOANN 4-H Rewards
Save 15% with JOANN Rewards on every purchase, every day!
Current and Alumni members, parents of members, volunteers and 4-H staff can save 15% off total in-store and online purchases every day with the 4-H Rewards Discount Card. JOANN guarantees a minimum donation to National 4-H Council of $250,000 per year until June 2023 through a combination of customer donations during campaigns, minimums of 2.5% of sales from the JOANN 4-H Rewards Discount Card, and $0.50 for every yard purchased of custom 4-H fabric.
Click the button below to sign up for the card.
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4-H Summer Academy in Madison
Registration for the Summer Academy in Madison opens March 1, 2024!
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TRACKS Newsletter
Wildlife WHEP Wisconsin 4-H and Wisconsin 4-H Forestry publish a monthly newsletter called "TRACKS." If you have an interest in wildlife and forestry activities, then this is the newsletter for you! You can access the January issue by clicking the button below.
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Get Ready for Goosechase!
Goosechase is a virtual engagement app. You form teams and participate by completing missions. You might describe it as a virtual scavenger hunt.
We'll be dropping the EC 4-H January Connect Game on January 1. In preparation, download the app. Get ready to form a team with your family or club friends and complete tasks. One team member needs a cell phone. The winning team members get 4-H swag!
1. Download the Goosechase iOS or Android app
2. Log in. New to Goosechase? Sign up for an account or participate as a guest
3. Search for this Experience by code 194MR8 or name EC 4-H January Connect. (We will send the passcode to start the experience on January 1.)
4. Create a team. Some teams require a passcode!
5. Lastly, set yourself apart with a name and photo
Look for EC 4-H January Connect. The Join Code is 194MR8. The password is EC 4-H Rocks!
The first missions drop on January 1. There will be new missions every day at a different time to keep you on your toes. Questions? Contact Rachel at the Extension Office.
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2023-2024 Wisconsin 4-H Program Booklet
Find the 2023-24 Wisconsin 4-H Program Booklet by clicking the button below!
Need-based Statewide Scholarships are available for State Educational Experiences, which are made possible through donations to the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation. You can find more information and apply for a scholarship by clicking the other button below.
Eau Claire County Leaders Association provides scholarships to youth who submit a record book and go through an interview process. You can submit your application in September and January. If you have questions about how this works, please contact Rachel Hart-Brinson.
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