Becker County 4-H Clover Connection

It's never too early to start your club charter renewal. Club Charters are due every year by October 31st. Here is a link to the charter documents if you would like to get started. We are going to be talking about the charter process at our September 9th 4-H Council Meeting if you need help or have questions.

In order to remain enrolled, you will need to show your family’s intent to participate by logging in to 4-H Online and reviewing, updating and submitting the following information:

• Your family's contact and demographic information, including club, school and grade.

• Each family member's health and emergency contact information.

• Project areas of interest for this coming year.

• Parental consent required for youth participating in shooting sports/wildlife programs.

You can log in to 4-H Online here to complete the re-enrollment process. This guide has more information. If you have any questions about re-enrolling or any other aspect of 4-H involvement, contact Elliott at lawre735@umn.edu

We are seeking qualified youth to lead the Becker County 4-H Council for the 2024-2025 4-H Year. The 2025 4-H Council Elections will be during our next 4-H Council meeting (11/11/24). If you are interested in running for office (President, Vice-President, Treasurer, & Secretary) please plan to attend our meeting. If you are interested in learning more about the positions, let me know. We hope to see you there.

When: November 11th @6:30pm

Where: The Extension Office

It's never too early to start thinking about the next show season and beyond!

This day camp will include a campus tour of Northland Community & Technical College in Thief River Falls, MN, opportunities for youth to learn about how to keep livestock healthy, a farm tour, and different ways drones are used in agriculture. This opportunity is open to youth in grades 6 and up. Registration via 4-H Online opens on Monday, October 21 and closes Friday, November 1 - spots are limited! Lunch is included.

For more information click here: https://extension.umn.edu/event/fall-livestock-day-camp

*Remember, you must be re-enrolled for the 2024-2025 4-H year via 4-H Online to register!

Mark your calendars! The 4-H achievement program and supper will be held on Sunday, Nov. 17 at 4 p.m. at Holy Rosary in DL. The program will celebrate a great year of outstanding accomplishments of our members, leaders, families and 4-H supporters.

All youth members who have completed records, as well as club leaders, project leaders, graduates and volunteers, will be recognized during the 4-H achievement program. A supper will follow the program.

Drawings for door prizes will happen during the entire program.

Remember, if your entire family is re-enrolled by Nov. 13, your family will be eligible to win a pizza meal.

The 2024 4-H outdoor education summit will be held on Saturday, Nov. 23 at the Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve in East Bethel. Come for a fun-filled day of project workshops for Cloverbuds through adult volunteers! Sessions will include Cloverbud outdoor day camp, wilderness survival, skull identification, environmental service leadership and more! Adult sessions include SS&W certification training, curriculum training, and how to lead a 4-H WHEP team. Registration will go live on Oct. 1 in 4-H Online. Learn more and register.

Explore agriculture in Cambodia, Poland, and Canada from home with guidance from the Minnesota 4-H Agriculture Ambassadors. Each week, a new country will be unlocked, giving you a look into unique farming practices and diverse crops. Special guest speakers will join weekly to share their experiences and answer your questions. The 5-week program kicks off on Nov. 12 and ends with a celebration on Dec. 10. It's free and includes take-home materials! Audience: Grades 6-8. Registration deadline: Nov. 8. Learn more and register.

Youth in grades 7+ – Are you ready for a fun-filled, hands-on adventure in Minnesota agriculture? This fall, you have the chance to dive into the world of agriculture while sharpening your communication and advocacy skills at the inaugural 4-H Ag Ed leader exchange Nov. 8-9 at the University of Minnesota, St. Paul campus, with exciting tours around the MSP area! We’ll stay at the Country Inn and Suites in Roseville, with bus transportation provided for all activities. Cost is $25. You’ll get to explore Minnesota agriculture—from farm to table—through exciting tours and hands-on activities. Plus, UMN Ag Ed experts will share tips on how to teach ag, craft your message, and tell your story. It's two action-packed days of learning and fun! If you’re an Ag Ed Leader in the classroom, make sure to snag your spot by Oct. 7 as space is limited and filling quickly. Questions? Contact Kirstin (kochx040@umn.edu) or Anja (akoester@umn.edu). Don’t miss out—register now and get ready for an amazing ag adventure! Learn more and register

We are looking for you to submit your club news to be featured in the monthly newsletter. This is a great way to show off your reporter skills and feature your club and all of the awesome stuff your club does! Email your club news to Elliott at lawre735@umn.edu before the end of every month to be featured in that month's eNewsletter!

• 4-H Livestock Committee Meeting- 11/7/24 @the extension office (front office)
• 4-H Ambassadors Meeting- 11/11/24 6:00pm @the extension office
• *note the time/date change*
• 4-H Council Meeting- 11/11/24 6:30pm @the extension office

• 4-H Awards Banquet- 11/17/24 @Holy Rosary in DL

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